If you do not have the time to discover all of West Maui, there are a few most popular things to do that you must not miss. The list of the best of the best in West Maui includes,
The Acid War Zone to the Blowhole is the best hike. You start of at the parking lot close by 38 mile marker just past Kapalua on Hwy 30. The hike is about 30 minutes long taking you past the old jeep road and the light beacon that leads the way. You end the hike at Hakalele Blowhole, which is where the ocean shoots up through a man-size hole in the lava. This view alone is very spectacular as the size of the spout is determined by the tide and size of the surf.
The best of the best natural pools on Maui are the Olivine Pools. In order to find this treasure you will go to mile marker 16 and then over to the rock platform overlook. If you then look down the cliff and to the left you will see a pool in the shape of a heart on the lava bench. There is a small trail leading all the way to the bench.
Best of the best diving locations is Laha’i Cathedrals I and II; along with this you need the best boat dive company which is Extended Horizons. In addition, the best company for shore dives is Pacific Dive. Both of these will take you on night dives. The prices vary from $ 59 to $ 129. At the dive location off Laha’i there is an underwater grotto with coral formations that resemble a Gothic church with stained-glass windows. The 70-foot-high spires are home to sea turtles, squid, and moray eels.
There are several beaches on the list when it comes to the best of the best beaches in West Maui all according to what activities you wish to enjoy. On the list of best beaches are Napili, Kapalua, and Ka’anapali. Napili Beach has a recessed shoreline that provides you with protection from the afternoon winds so you can enjoy sunbathing or other activities without worrying about being blown away. This beach can become quite crowded as everyone knows just how great it is. Access to the middle or south end of the beach is from Hui Drive.
Kapalua Beach is the best swimming beach. The bay area is very protected so even children can enjoy playing here. The water is not as clear as in other beaches on Maui for snorkeling. In addition, offshore you will find that it is a bit rocky. Wearing reef shoes will protect your feet if you just wish to wade around and admire the beautiful scenery without the surf beating you up.
Ka’anapali Beach may be hard to find especially if you listen to the various names that are associated to this beach. The names you may hear include Keka’a and Hanake’o’o. The best area of this beach is from Black Rock south to Canoe Beach. Along this stretch you will find resorts and the Whaler’s Village. You will enjoy the concrete path where an evening walk watching the sunset is one of the most popular things to do. This is a great beach for practically every water sport. The north end is best for snorkeling at Black Rock and the middle is wonderful for body surfing. Swimming however, is not advised in middle as the waves break on steep beach. The northern area of the beach is best for swimming.
You may hear mixed emotions when it comes to the Sugar Cane Train. However, if you have children with you, this is a great way for them to enjoying riding on the train while you relax. To adults, this might be a bit boring as the train moves slowly across old sugar cane fields, past a golf course and through a residential area. The children of course will love the train ride and with a bit of imagination you can carry the kids off on an adventure and make it more enticing.
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