Shaka Guide Maui "Classic" Road to Hana Audio Driving Tour

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Maui, USA

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15 to 18 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Embark on Maui’s most iconic coastal adventure with this self-guided driving audio tour. Journey along the legendary Hana Highway, winding through lush rainforests, past cascading waterfalls, black and white sand beaches, and dramatic ocean cliffs, all while listening to immersive stories that bring the island’s history and culture to life.

Enjoy total flexibility: start anytime, pause for hikes, swim in natural pools, or stop for fresh banana bread along the way. With offline GPS navigation, insider tips, and lifetime access, you can explore both famous sights and hidden gems without crowded buses or tight schedules.

Highlights include Twin Falls, Waiʻanapanapa Black Sand Beach, Hana Town, O‘he‘o Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools), and countless scenic lookouts along this breathtaking route.

Simply download the tour, hop in your car, and experience one of Maui’s most unforgettable drives at your own pace.

What's Included

  • Take the tour when you want
  • Tours NEVER expire
  • Freedom to explore at your own pace
  • Parking fees
  • Attraction entrance fees
  • Car rental
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Kahului
HI, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Paia
HI 96779, USA

Tour ends in Kipahulu (Haleakala National Park (past Hana). The tour then guides you back to Paia Town (near the airport) with more stories the same way you came.

What To Expect

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Kahului Harbor

Enjoy a ton of fascinating and fun stories to tell you on the way about the legends of Hana and the history of Hawaii
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Paia Town Public Parking

Paia town is home to several restaurants, art galleries, surf shops, and other tourist-oriented businesses. We recommend filling up your gas here prior to tackling the Road To Hana.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ho'okipa Beach Park

Ho'okipa Beach is a world-renowned windsurfing destination. It's a beautiful white sand beach and is perfect for watching sunsets at.=
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Twin Falls Maui

Twin Falls is the first easily accessible string of waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana. It's the best way to kick off your Road to Hana adventure in style!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Waikamoi Ridge Trail

Waikamoi Ridge Trail is an often unnoticed attraction along the Road to Hana. It's located just past mile marker 9 between Twin Falls and the Garden of Eden Arboretum before Ke’anae.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Garden of Eden Arboretum & Botanical Garden

Lush botanical gardens set on 26 acres, with trails, picnic spots, waterfalls & coastal views.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Puohokamoa Falls

Puohokomoa Falls is known as one of the most accessible waterfalls on the Hana highway. It's a two hundred feet cascading waterfall and is located between mile markers 10 and 11 on the Hana Highway.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kaumahina State Wayside Park

Kaumahina State Wayside is a scenic area rest area where you can picnic where you can see the Maui coastline.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Honomanu

Honomanu Bay is a picturesque bay located between mile markers 13 and 14 along the Hana highway.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nua‘ailua Bay Lookout

Pull over to view sheer cliffs and crashing surf at Nua’ailua Bay.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ke'anae Arboretum

Perhaps you’ve heard of the rainbow eucalyptus trees on the Road to Hana. If you’re looking to see these colorful trees up close, here’s the spot!The Ke’anae Arboretum is free and open to the public. You can also visit this stop on the way back if there’s time.We’ll mention it again on the return trip.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ke‘anae Point

A nice place to stop by for their famous Banana Bread and beautiful ocean views.6
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aunty Sandy's Banana Bread

As you’re leaving the Ke'anae Peninsula, you’ll spot Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread on the left side of the road.Aunty Sandy’s serves up warm loaves of banana bread that are made fresh daily. We highly recommend you stop for a bite.Plus, at this point, you’re probably starting to feel a bit hungry, and we still have a ways to go before we make it to the next major food stop.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Keanae Lookout

Now, pull over for an amazing overlook of the Ke’anae Peninsula that we drove down.You will see a large shoulder on the left that you can pull in for a great bird's-eye view of the peninsula.Notice the many taro patches that dot the landscape.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Halfway to Hana

The halfway point along your journey to Hana! A nice place to stop and get some fruits from some local fruit stands.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wailua Valley State Wayside Park

Wailua Valley State Wayside offers a view of Ke‘anae Valley and Ko‘olau Gap in Haleakala’s rim, and of Wailua Village.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waikani Falls

Also known as "Three Bears Falls", Waikani Falls is a very popular and picturesque waterfall along the Road to Hana. It is easily spotted and is a definite must visit when driving this awesome road.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wailua Falls

Located just past mile marker #45 on Honolewa Stream, we highly recommend a stop at Wailua Falls, known as Maui's 'most photographed waterfall'.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pua'a Ka'a State Park

Pua'a Ka'a State park consists of 5 acres of rainforest with waterfalls and pools
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Upper Waikani Falls

Also known as "Three Bears Falls", Waikani Falls is a very popular and picturesque waterfall along the Road to Hana. It is easily spotted and is a definite must visit when driving this awesome road.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Makapipi Falls

After mile marker 25, you will find Makapipi Falls, one of the most interesting falls on the Hana Highway. The Makapipi Stream flows within the lava streambed into a pristine blue pool.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nahiku Viewpoint

Nahiku viewpoint boasts a great coastline view with waves crashing against the shore. This is a fine picnic spot and a good place to stretch your legs.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nahiku Marketplace

Just six miles before Hāna Town, (near mile marker 29), you’ll find the Nahiku Marketplace, located here is some awesome places to stop and grab a bite to eat.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kahanu Garden

Kahanu Garden is a beautiful botanical garden along the Hana Highway.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hana Lava Tubes

A fun, family-friendly adventure through a fascinating cave created by molten lava approximately 960 years ago.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wai'anapanapa State Park

Also known for the state park with Black Sand Beach, this place is a definite must-visit while tackling the Road to Hana.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hana Bay

Located within Hana Bay is Hana Beach Park, which has a long black-sand beach and a grassy area with picnic tables.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Red Sand Beach - Kaihalulu Beach

Red Sand Beach is a dramatic and beautiful hidden cove unlike any other. It is one of the most picturesque beaches on this entire drive.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hasegawa's General Store

A nice place to stock up on food/snacks/drinks before heading back to Paia.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Koki Beach

Koki Beach on Maui is located south of the small village of Hana. The dark reddish sand of the beach comes from the large red cinder hill, named Ka Iwi o Pele.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hamoa Beach

Hamoa Beach is located near the little town on Hana on the east side of Maui. Hamoa Beach is consistently named as one of the top beaches on Maui.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wailua Falls (Pass By)

As you continue driving towards Kipahulu (Haleakala National Park), look out for Wailua Falls along the road.Up to this point you have already seen a ton of waterfalls. But this one is the largest of them all at 80 feet tall.The best view is from the right of the bridge. No need to stop here; there's no parking.Just peek out your window, but be mindful of other drivers on the road as you keep an eye out.
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Pipiwai Trail

See a majestic banyan tree, stroll through a bamboo forest and arrive at a 400 ft waterfall.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ohe'o Gulch

Ohe'o Gulch is one of the most popular stops along the Hana Highway. It is also known as "Seven Sacred Pools" and is a must-visit along this windy drive.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Venus Pool (Waioka Pond)

Waioka Pond, also commonly called the Venus Pool, is a beautiful swimming hole with the added bonus of having various rock ledges that are perfect for cliff jumping.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Paia (Pass By)

Your tour will end in Pa'ia Town, close to where we began. At this point, it’s probably late in the evening and you’re looking for some grub.We recommend you have dinner in Pa'ia, especially if you have to make the 45-minute drive back to West Maui. Check out the tour highlights for recommendations!
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
  • Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
  • Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Shaka Guide Maui “Classic” Road to Hana Audio Driving Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • 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
  • Car rental
  • Crowded tour bus
  • Meals & Refreshment

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
  • Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
  • Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
  • Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
  • Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
  • The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
  • What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”

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