There are so many reasons you should choose Maui for your next vacation. Some of the most popular attractions that attract families every year include the over 30 excellent beaches, breath taking waterfalls, and the magnificent sunsets and sunrises. Not only are you sure to enjoy the beauty that Maui has to offer but your family is sure to enjoy the variety of activities available.
Some of the most popular adventures in Maui include the following.
Hana Highway
This is a 60-mile stretch of road that is sure to amaze everyone with its exhilarating waterfalls, beautiful rain forests, and of course the views of the Pacific Ocean.
Biking
The most popular bike event is the one biking down Haleakala. Many people love the adventure of biking down the Haleakala after watching the sunrise at the Haleakala Center. You begin your adventure near the top of Haleakala with is 10,000 feet high and traveling all the way downhill stopping at about sea level.
Snorkeling
Of course, snorkeling has to be at the top of list. There are a variety of great snorkeling areas such as:
South Maui – Fishbowl, Aquarium, p0erouse Bay, Po’olenalena Beach, Maluaka, Black Sand Beach, Kama’ole I & II, Keawakapu and Wailea Beach.
West Maui – Scenic Lookout between mile marker 8 and 9, Honolua Bay, Black Rock, and Oneloa.
Seven Sacred Pools formerly Ohea Gulch
This is one of the most breath-taking attractions on Maui. Each pool is connected by waterfalls, which eventually empty into the Pacific Ocean.
Camping
Camping in the tropics! What a wonderful getaway in Maui. Camping is available at Haleakala National Park, Wai’anapanapa Black Sand Beach, Polipoli Park, Kanaha Beach Park, and Camp Pecusca.
Sugar Cane Train
This is a nice ride especially for the kids. Parents get a chance to sit back and relax while the kids enjoying riding the train. The ride begins in Lahaina to Puukolii and circles back to Lahaina. The historic steam engine and the conductor both will keep you entertained the entire time.
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding on Maui is nothing at all like what you might think. Here you can enjoy a variety of terrain such as forests, plains, lava fields, and even inside the crater. A few popular horseback riding companies include:
Pony Express 667-2200
Haleakala on Horseback 871-0990
Mendes Ranch 871-5222
Ironwood Ranch 69-4991
Makena Stables 879-0244
Helicopter Tours
Helicopter tours can take you where cars and even hiking cannot. The four most popular helicopter tours on Maui include West Maui – Moloka’i Sea Cliffs, Circle Maui, West Maui, and East Maui.
Companies that offer helicopter rides include:
Air Maui 877-7005 - Maui Air offers all four tours mentioned above.
Alexair Helicopters 877-4354 - Alexair Helicopters offers all the tours except Circle Maui.
Blue Hawaiian 871-8844 - Blue Hawaiian offers all four tours.
MauiScape 877-7272 - MauiScape offers custom charters.
Pacific Wings 873-0877 - Pacific Wings offers tours around Maui and the Big Island.
Paragon Air 244-3356 - Paragon Air offers 5 island, Maui and Moloka’i.
Sunshine 871-0722 - Sunshine offers all four tours.
Volcano Air Tours 877-5500 - Volcano Air Tours offers the East Maui tour and the Big Island Kilauea.
Golf
The most popular golf course on Maui includes on South Maui Makena Resort, Wailea Golf Club; West Maui golf courses include Kapalua and Ka’anapali Golf Course; other popular courses are Dunes at Maui Lani, King Kamehameha, Waiehu Municipal, and Pukalani.
This is just a few of the awesome attractions and adventures that await you in Maui. As you can plainly see traveling to Maui will be one of the best family vacations ever with so much to do, the kids will not even get the chance to say, “I’m bored.”
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