Road to Hana: Full-Day Scenic Drive with Blacksand & Waterfalls

About this experience

The Hāna Highway is a 64.4-mile long stretch of spectacular views of rainforest, waterfalls, beaches and coastline. On the east after Kalepa Bridge, the highway continues to Kīpahulu on the Piilani Highway. Although Hāna is only about 52 miles from Kahului, it takes about 2.5 hours to drive when no stops are made as the highway is very winding and narrow and passes over 59 bridges, 46 of which are only one lane wide. There are approximately 620 curves along Route 360 from just east of Kahului to Hāna, virtually all of it through lush, tropical rainforest. Many of the concrete and steel bridges date back to 1910 and all but one are still in use. This full-day trip to the Hana coast has the best scenic drive along the shorelines of Maui.

Schedule

Start times: 07:00, 08:30

1. Stop 1 · 6 h

   The Hana Highway is a 64.4-mile-long (103.6 km) , longest, coastal scenic route in the world. To the east of Kalepa Bridge, the highway continues to Kipahulu as Hawaii Route 31 (the Piilani Highway). This tour covers 59 single lane bridges, over 640 turns and curves, through lush, tropical rainforest. Most of the concrete and steel bridges date back to 1910.

2. Stop 2 · 20 min

   Ho'okipa Beach is considered the windsurfing capital of the world, you can enjoy watching wind surfers, kite boarders and surfers challenge the oceans waves and shoreline winds. This is also the Threatened Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle capital of Maui, with 200-pound turtles feeding along the shoreline and basking on the beach all day long. Stops made upon request. Please ask tour guide about stopping.

3. Stop 3

   The impressive bamboo forest on the side of Hana Highway on the way to Hana. Picture taking while passing by.

4. Stop 4 · 20 min

   small Hawaiian villages doing their best to live like the Hawaiians of old. Hunting pigs and growing taro, bread fruit, and Bananas are all big parts of everyday life in this small community. It’s also the site of the famous Half Way to Hana Snack stand; shave ice, fresh coconut, cold drinks and of course the Original Fresh Baked Banana Bread. The Keanae overlook and peninsula offer views of one of the largest taro farms in Hawaii.

5. Stop 5

   A very popular set of falls because it is photogenic and situated like a drive-thru right on the road. We do have the upper waterfalls which is also called the Three Bears Waterfalls. Picture taking while passing by.

6. Stop 6

   Beautiful waterfall along the side of the highway. Picture taking while passing by.

7. Stop 7 · 1 h

   • Wainapanapa is Maui’s famous Black Sand Beach. Cobalt blue Ocean surrounded by black sand and black lava rocks from a recent flow only 10,000 years ago. Go for a walk along the edge of the bay and check out the blue water or just sit under a nice shade tree. This location is a great place to spend an hour relaxing, taking in one of the islands most beautiful locales. Fresh Water Caves and Lava Tubes • We take you to volcanic caves which you could explore. And if you are lucky you could witness the legend of the caves come alive. Certain time of the year red shrimp appear, turning the water red. Let our tour guides tell you the legend of Princess Popoalaea

8. Stop 8 · 20 min

   You can find all the Hana made products here. Pickup couple things to support local community.

9. Stop 9 · 30 min

   It is fairly easy to access the waterfall from here. Some people like to take a dip in the chilly waters by the waterfall and on a hot day. Wear swim suit layered and bring change of clothes. Don't forget the towels.

10. Stop 10 · 15 min

    Enjoy the best Banana Bread of your life! Auntie Sandy’s is also where Gordon Ramsey filmed the show Uncharted and he even was awestruck on how awesome the bread is!

11. Stop 11 · 10 min

    360 degree lookout with the view of the Wailua Valley and ocean front Wailua Town below makes a perfect spot for pictures. Stops made upon request. Please ask tour guide for a stop for pictures.

12. Stop 12 · 10 min

    Colorful Rainbow Eucalyptus on the road to Hana. Stops make upon request. Please ask tour guide to make stop.

Requirements & restrictions

• Ages: Children 3–11, Adults 12–64, Seniors 65–99 years
• Please review the following important information regarding your upcoming tour pickup and return.
• Pickup Locations(RETURN TO SAME LOCATION AS PICKUP)
• For Kahului Harbor: Please have breakfast on your ship before departing. Meet us at the parking lot next to the Burger King. For the return, we will drop you off in front of the ship.
• Action Required: Meal Choices
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• Breakfast Options: (Guests staying on Maui)
• M) Spam Musubi- A sizzling slice of Spam served over steamed rice
• and wrapped in nori — a true local favorite.
• Y)Yogurt & Fruit

Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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• As of March 26, 2022, all COVID restrictions has been lifted.
• State of Hawaii Approved : PUC 4918 C
• United States Department Of Transportation Approved # : 3897236
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Cancellation

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