Hawaii, USA
Maui Travel Guide
Beaches, volcanic landscapes, scenic drives and unforgettable island experiences.
Best for
Beaches, couples, families, nature & adventure
Ideal trip length
5 to 7 nights
Planning example used on this site
7 days / 6 nights
Best time to visit
April, May, September & October
Known for
Haleakalā, Road to Hāna, beaches & snorkeling
Getting there
Fly into Kahului Airport (OGG)
Why visit Maui
One island, remarkably different experiences
Maui combines beautiful beaches with volcanic landscapes, rainforest drives, snorkeling, resort towns and mountain scenery. Visitors can watch sunrise or sunset at Haleakalā, explore the Hāna Highway, spend a day on the beaches of Wailea or Kāʻanapali, snorkel tropical waters and discover quieter areas of Upcountry and East Maui.
Where to stay
Choose the Maui that fits your trip
Wailea
Best for luxury resorts, couples, beaches and polished resort amenities.
Kāʻanapali / West Maui
Best for resort convenience, beaches, sunsets and families.
Kīhei
Best for travelers looking for a more casual base, condos, restaurants and easier access to South Maui.
Representative imagery of each area — not official hotel photographs.
Things to do
Experience Maui beyond the resort
Haleakalā National Park
Sunrise, sunset and volcanic scenery.
Road to Hāna
Rainforest scenery, waterfalls and one of Maui’s signature drives.
Snorkeling
Tropical marine life around Maui and nearby Molokini.
Maui Beaches
Wailea, Kāʻanapali, Mākena and other well-known beaches.
Plan your trip
Plan your Maui trip
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