Private Unique Road to Hana Adventure with Stops at Wai'anapanapa Black Sand Beach and Hana Food Trucks
by Unique Maui Tours
Overview
This private tour lasts about 10 to 11 hours and includes pickup and drop-off at Target Kahului or hotels in Kihei and Wailea. The driver navigates the Road to Hana, covering over 650 turns and more than 55 one-lane bridges. The exact route and stops depend on weather and road conditions. The first main stop is Wai'anapanapa State Park, where travelers spend 45 minutes at the Black Sand Beach. Here, they can swim, explore a lava tube, and walk along the coastline. Next is a 30-minute visit to Pua'a Ka'a State Park, where, weather permitting, travelers can swim in the waterfall and take photos from behind it. The tour continues with a 30-minute stop at Ke‘anae Point to view the coastline and enjoy fresh banana bread. Around lunchtime, the group arrives in Hana for 45 minutes to visit local food trucks offering various cuisines such as BBQ, fresh fish, Thai, Mexican, and Huli Huli chicken. On the return trip, there is a 10-minute stop at Kaumahina State Wayside Park for views over Honomanu Bay and the Ke‘anae peninsula, with restroom access. Additional stops include 15 minutes at Koki Beach, known for its red sand and volcanic significance, and 10 minutes at Wailua Falls, where conditions may allow a quick swim in a pond. The tour also passes over Alelele Bridge, which offers views of the rainforest and dry regions, and ‘Ohe‘o Gulch, known for the Seven Sacred Pools. If time and energy allow, there may be a 15-minute stop at Ho‘okipa Beach Park on the way back to watch surfers and turtles. Included are snacks, bottled water, a professional guide certified in CPR, first aid, lifeguard skills, and naturalist knowledge, photos of the tour, and pickup and drop-off at Target Kahului or hotels in Kihei and Wailea. Lunch and hotel transfers from the west side are not included. Gratuities are extra. This tour is called Unique because it offers a full-day experience to Hana and beyond with stops at all the main points along the way, allowing travelers to relax and enjoy the route with a knowledgeable guide.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Wai'anapanapa State Park Black Sand Beach
Spend about 45 minutes swimming at Hana's Black Sand Beach, exploring a nearby lava tube, and walking along the rugged coastline to view the sharp contrast of black sand against the ocean.
45 min
Pua'a Ka'a State Park
This 30-minute stop allows swimming in the cool waterfall pool if weather permits. Visitors can also walk behind the waterfall for photos.
30 min
Ke‘anae Point
A 30-minute visit at this coastal viewpoint offers views of waves crashing on lava rocks. Fresh banana bread is available nearby.
30 min
Hana
Arriving around lunch, the tour pauses for 45 minutes so guests can choose from local food trucks offering BBQ, fresh fish, Thai, Mexican, and Huli Huli chicken options.
45 min
Kaumahina State Wayside Park
A 10-minute stop at this lookout offers views over Hana’s coastline, including Honomanu Bay and the Ke‘anae peninsula, along with restroom facilities.
10 min
Koki Beach
Spend 15 minutes at this red sand beach located just beyond Hana, known for its volcanic significance and crumbly rock formations. This is not the private-property Red Sand Beach.
15 min
Wailua Falls
A 10-minute visit to one of the most photographed waterfalls on the Road to Hana. Conditions permitting, guests may freshen up in the pond below.
10 min
‘Ohe‘o Gulch
Drive over the bridge above the Seven Sacred Pools for a photo opportunity. Hiking in this area is not included and requires a separate tour.
Alelele Bridge
View the transition from rainforest to dry brush at this bridge on the Road to Hana. Note that completing the full loop depends on weather and road conditions.
Ho'okipa Beach Park
On the return journey, a 15-minute stop at this beach allows guests to watch surfers and possibly see turtles resting on the shore.
15 min
Meeting point
We'll meet you in the Target parking lot, where you can leave your vehicle safely for the day.
End point
We'll meet you in the Target parking lot, where you can leave your vehicle safely for the day.
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Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
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