• Paia Town Public Parking - Paia town boasts a variety of restaurants, art galleries, surf shops, and other attractions for tourists. It’s advisable to refuel here before embarking on the Road to Hana.
• Ho’okipa Beach Park - Known globally for windsurfing, Ho’okipa Beach is a stunning white sand beach, ideal for enjoying sunsets.
• Peahi Road - Peʻahi, located on Maui’s north shore in Hawaii, is famous for its big wave surfing spot, also called Jaws.
• Twin Falls Maui - Twin Falls is the first easily accessible series of waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana, offering a stylish start to your adventure.
• Waikamoi Ridge Trail - Often overlooked, Waikamoi Ridge Trail is situated just past mile marker 9, between Twin Falls and the Garden of Eden Arboretum, before reaching Ke’anae.
• Garden of Eden Arboretum & Botanical Garden - This lush botanical garden spans 26 acres, featuring trails, picnic areas, waterfalls, and coastal views.
• Kaumahina State Wayside Park - Kaumahina State Wayside is a scenic rest area perfect for picnicking while enjoying views of the Maui coastline.
• Honomanu - Honomanu Bay is a scenic bay located between mile markers 13 and 14 along the Hana highway.
• Nua‘ailua Bay Lookout - Stop to admire the dramatic cliffs and crashing waves at Nua’ailua Bay.
• Ke’anae Arboretum - Known for its rainbow eucalyptus trees, the Ke’anae Arboretum is a must-visit spot on the Road to Hana, and it’s free and open to the public.
• Ke‘anae Peninsula - A short detour off Hana Highway, the Ke’anae Peninsula offers breathtaking views of the ocean against rugged lava rock. Public restrooms are available at Ke’anae Park near the softball field.
• Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread - As you leave the Ke’anae Peninsula, you’ll find Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread on the left. They serve freshly baked banana bread daily, and it’s highly recommended to stop for a taste.
• Ke‘anae Valley - Pull over for a stunning overlook of the Ke’anae Peninsula. A large shoulder on the left provides a perfect spot for a bird’s-eye view of the peninsula, dotted with taro patches.
• Halfway to Hana - This snack shop offers fresh banana bread, shave ice, lunch items like burgers and sandwiches, and small snacks like fruits and chips.
• Wailua Valley State Wayside Park - Wailua Valley State Wayside provides a fantastic view of Wailua Town and the renowned “Coral Miracle Church.” From the overlook, you can also see the Haleakala Volcano.
• Waikani Falls - Known as the Three Bears Falls, Waikani Falls is a trio of waterfalls with varying heights. Despite the name, there are no bears in Hawaii. The nickname likely comes from the different heights of the falls, reminiscent of the Goldilocks story.
• Hana Lava Tube - This cave was formed when lava from an eruption cooled and hardened on the outside while continuing to flow inside. Once the lava drained, the hardened shell remained, creating a cave.
• Makapipi Falls - Makapipi Falls is unique as the highway crosses over the cascades, with water flowing from a lava streambed into a beautiful pool below.
• Kahanu Garden - Kahanu Garden, a National Tropical Botanical Garden near Hana, showcases native plants significant to Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, highlighting the ancient Hawaiians’ connection to the land.
• Black Sand Beach - Experience one of Maui’s rare black-sand beaches, formed when hot lava met the ocean. This beach is a unique stop on the Road to Hana.
• Hana - It’s recommended to enjoy a meal in Hana, with numerous dining options available. Keep in mind that many restaurants close by 5 p.m.
• Hasegawa’s General Store - Operating since 1910, this family-owned general store offers everything from snacks to souvenirs, making it a great stop for road trip supplies.
• Koki Beach - Known as Ka Iwi o Pele, meaning “the bones of Pele,” this spot features a cinder cone that erupted just before Mount Haleakala became dormant.
• Hamoa Beach - Ideal for families, Hamoa Beach offers a protected cove and a large sandy area. If the waves are calm, snorkeling is possible on the far left side of the cove. Park by the road and take the stairs down to the sand.
• Wailua Falls - As you drive towards Kipahulu (Haleakala National Park), look for Wailua Falls, an impressive 80-foot waterfall. The best view is from the right of the bridge, but be cautious of other drivers.
• Pipiwai Trail - At Haleakala National Park in Kipahulu, the Pipiwai Trail offers a 3.5-mile rainforest hike with views of two waterfalls and a bamboo forest. For a shorter, family-friendly option, hike 0.5 miles to the first lookout for a view of Makahiku Falls.
• Ohe’o Gulch - A popular stop on the Road to Hana, ‘Ohe’o Gulch, also known as Pools of ‘Ohe’o and Seven Sacred Pools, features cascading waterfalls leading to pristine rock pools.
• Charles Lindbergh’s Grave - Located in a remote graveyard past Haleakala, this is the final resting place of Charles Lindbergh, the famed aviator who first flew nonstop across the Atlantic from New York to Paris.
• Alelele Falls - Alelele Falls requires a short hike across a stream but is otherwise easily accessible. The falls are about 50 feet tall, with a pool for swimming. If time is short, consider skipping this spot.
• Huakini Bay - End your day with a visit to Huakini Bay. After a brief walk to the shore, you’ll find a rocky beach. Listen to the waves crashing on the rocks, creating a loud rumbling sound if conditions are right.

• Take the tour when you want
• Tours NEVER expire
• Freedom to explore at your own pace
• Tour Start is Customizable
• Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
• Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
• Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
• Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
• Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

• Parking fees
• Attraction entrance fees
• Meals
• Car rental
• Admission fees
• Twin Falls
• Entrance fees
• Wai’anapanapa State Park - Parking
• Wai’anapanapa State Park
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees

Are you ready for an epic road trip? The Road to Hana is filled with hidden waterfalls, scenic hikes, and picturesque viewpoints.

Shaka Guide’s “Loop” Road to Hana Tour is a twist on the “Classic” version.

On this tour, we’ll guide you around the island taking you to the rarely explored back side of Hana.

This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots with stories and music along the way.

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• Start the tour in Kahului near the airport and end in Kula Town, past Hana and Haleakala National Park.
• If you’re staying in West Maui in the resort towns of Ka’anapali or Lahaina, plan to spend 45 minutes driving to the start of the tour in Kahului.
• Entrance to Haleakala National Park (Seven Sacred Pool/‘Ohe’o Pools) is $30 per car — you can pay with cash or credit. The park closes at 5:00 p.m. with gates closing at 4:30 p.m. (this is one of the last stops on the tour, plan accordingly).
• IMPORTANT: Seven Sacred Pools (Pools of ‘O’heo) are closed to swimming, but the trail to view the pools remains open.
• IMPORTANT: Beginning 3/1/2021 reservations are required to visit Wai’anapanapa State Park (black sand beach) - book in advance, no same-day reservations are allowed
• Hana Lava Tube and Garden of Eden close at 4 pm and Kahanu Gardens close at 3 pm (and they all have entrance fees).
• As of April 2026, Hana Lava Tube is closed until further notice.
• There are many stops on the Road to Hana that you SHOULDN’T make. These might be dangerous or on private property. We recommend you stick to the itinerary we’ve laid out.
• Proper etiquette on the Road to Hana is extremely important. Remember, there are residents who must take this road every day.
• Parking at Twin Falls is limited, and there is a $10 per vehicle parking fee. There is no parking or walking allowed along the road. So if the lot is full, you can try again another time or come back another day.
• There may be road closures along the second half of this route on the backroad that may impact the tour. If so, check out the Classic Road to Hana Tour as an alternative.
• Some places are cash only, so be sure to bring cash
• Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
• The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
• Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
• Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
• Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.