Exploring Maui in 2026 - Things To Do in South, West, Upcountry, East, North Shore & Central Maui 4k
Planning your Maui trip? Grab our ebook, 35 Places You Need to See in Maui, Hawaii, and skip the guesswork. Use our code HWT2026 for 10% off your purchase! 👇 https://shop.beacons.ai/hawaiiwalkingtours/873520f3-3e44-44d0-b847-2e54f8f0453f This is a full Maui island guide covering all six regions, West Maui, South Maui, North Shore, East Maui, Upcountry, and Central Maui—showing you the best beaches, towns, scenic drives, hikes, and must‑see stops to help you plan the perfect Maui vacation. Join us as we explore stunning coastlines, lush rainforests, charming small towns, volcanic landscapes, and some of the island’s most iconic viewpoints. Our journey begins in West Maui along Highway 30, passing Olowalu and its Mile Marker 14 snorkeling spot before arriving in Kaʻanapali, famous for its three‑mile beach, ocean activities, and Whalers Village. Continuing through Honokōwai, Kahana, and Napili, the vibe shifts to relaxed low‑rise condos and vacation rentals near favorites like Napili Bay and Kapalua Bay. As we head north, the coastline becomes rugged near Honolua Bay, a protected marine preserve known for summer snorkeling and powerful winter swells, accessed by a jungle‑like trail. In South Maui, we explore Wailea, The Shops at Wailea, Ulua Beach snorkeling, and Maluaka Beach, where you can even beach‑load onto a catamaran right from the sand. On the North Shore, we visit Baldwin Beach, Baby Beach, Ho‘okipa, colorful Pāʻia Town, and Ku‘au Cove, where sea turtles often rest. Next, we travel the legendary Road to Hāna, stopping at Twin Falls, Waiʻānapanapa State Park, the Keʻanae Arboretum, and the Pipiwai Trail in Haleakalā National Park. Upcountry Maui brings us to the Ali‘i Kula Lavender Farm and historic Makawao Town, where paniolo heritage from the late 1800s lives on along Baldwin Avenue’s boutique shops, art studios, and cafés. From there, we ascend the winding road to Haleakalā National Park, with dramatic lookouts, unique volcanic landscapes, and iconic hikes like Hosmer Grove and Sliding Sands, home to the rare Haleakalā silversword. Sunset offers world‑class stargazing, while sunrise requires reservations at Recreation.gov. As we continue into Central Maui, we visit Kahului, home to Maui’s main airport OGG, the island’s cruise port, and major stores like Costco, Walmart, and Target, perfect for stocking up before heading to your resort. Just west of Kahului, we pass through Wailuku on our way to ʻĪao Valley State Park, where interpretive signs share the story of the 1790 Battle of Kepaniwai and a short walk leads to the iconic ʻĪao Needle. Nearby, the free Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens showcase the many cultures that shaped modern Maui. We finish at Maui Tropical Plantation, one of Central Maui’s most scenic spots, with peaceful ponds, tropical pathways, the family‑friendly Tropical Express Tram Tour, and local shops offering handmade goods and island‑made treats. This full‑island guide will help you explore Maui with confidence and discover the best beaches, trails, towns, and experiences the island has to offer! Enjoy our adventure through Maui and happy travels! Aloha. #Maui #Hawaii #travelguide Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:21 Exploring West Maui 00:32 Olowalu Mile Marker 14, Leodas, & Farmers Market 01:01 Lahaina, Cannery Mall & Mala Restaurant 01:38 Kaanapali Beach, Resort Area & Whaler's Village 02:04 Sheraton, Black Rock Snorkeling & Cliff dive ceremony 02:32 North Ka'anapali Beach / Airport Beach Snorkeling 02:59 Honoapiilani Food Truck Park 03:22 Honokowai Kahana & Napili 03:36 Napili Bay & Sea House Restaurant 04:09 Kapalua Bay 04:34 Kapalua Coastal Trail to D.T. Fleming Beach Park 04:58 Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar 05:23 Honolua Bay Snorkeling & Surfing 05:55 South Maui - South Kihei Road 06:18 Kamaole Beach Parks 1 2 & 3 06:31 Dining in Kihei at the Kihei Food Oasis 06:51 Wailea - Ulua Beach Snorkeling 07:30 Wailea Beach Path 07:43 The Shops at Wailea 08:01 Makena Landing with Snorkeling 08:41 Maluaka Beach with Kai Kanani Beach Loading to Molokini Crater 09:10 Makena State Park - Big Beach & Oneuli Beach (Black Sand Beach) 09:51 La Perouse & Hoapili Trail 10:14 North Shore Maui - Baldwin & Baby Beach 10:49 Paia Town 11:12 Kuau Beach Park 11:24 Hookipa Beach Park & Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles 11:58 East Maui - Road To Hana 12:10 Twin Falls 12:33 Keanae Arboretum & Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees 12:58 Waianapanapa State Park, Black Sand Beach, Coastal Trail 13:35 Pipiwai Trail at Haleakala National Park 15:21 Upcountry, Alii Kula Lavender Farm 15:50 Makawao Town 16:12 Haleakala Crater at Haleakala National Park 16:34 Haleakala Hiking - Hosmer Grove & Sliding Sands Trail 17:03 Sunset & Sunrise at Haleakala 17:21 Central Maui - Kahului Airport & Town 17:50 Iao Valley State Park 18:30 Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens 18:51 Maui Tropical Plantation