Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana Guided Audio Driving Tour with GPS Navigation and Stories
by Shaka Guide Apps
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The Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana Guided Audio Driving Tour with GPS Navigation and Stories is a self-guided driving tour lasting about 15 to 18 hours. It provides turn-by-turn GPS directions that work offline, so no internet connection is needed during the drive. The audio narration plays automatically as the vehicle moves, offering stories, travel tips, and music related to Maui’s history and culture. The tour can be started at any time and allows pausing or skipping stops to explore at a personal pace. The route begins near Paia Town, where drivers can find restaurants, art galleries, surf shops, and gas stations to prepare for the drive. The first stop is Ho'okipa Beach, known for windsurfing and sunsets, followed by Twin Falls, the first easily accessible waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana. Next is the Waikamoi Ridge Trail, located just past mile marker 9, before reaching the Garden of Eden Arboretum, which features 26 acres of botanical gardens, trails, picnic spots, waterfalls, and coastal views. Puohokomoa Falls is a 200-foot waterfall between mile markers 10 and 11. Kaumahina State Wayside offers a scenic rest area with picnic facilities and ocean views. Honomanu Bay is a picturesque bay located between mile markers 13 and 14. Drivers can pull over briefly at Nua’ailua Bay for views of cliffs and surf. The Ke’anae Arboretum, home to rainbow eucalyptus trees, is included and can be visited on the way back if time allows. Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread stand near the Ke'anae Peninsula sells fresh banana bread with ocean views. There is a scenic overlook of the Ke’anae Peninsula with views of taro patches. The halfway point features local fruit stands. Wailua Valley State Wayside provides views of Ke‘anae Valley, Ko‘olau Gap in Haleakala’s rim, and Wailua Village. Waikani Falls, also called Three Bears Falls, is a popular waterfall along the route. Wailua Falls, located just past mile marker 45 on Honolewa Stream, is Maui’s most photographed waterfall and can be seen from the road without stopping. Pua'a Ka'a State Park offers 5 acres of rainforest with waterfalls and pools. Makapipi Falls is found after mile marker 25, where the stream flows into a blue pool. Nahiku viewpoint provides coastline views and picnic spots, and the nearby Nahiku Marketplace offers food options. Kahanu Garden is a botanical garden stop along the highway. The tour includes a visit to a lava tube cave formed about 960 years ago, suitable for families. Waiʻanapanapa State Park features a black sand beach, and Hana Beach Park has a long black-sand beach with picnic areas. Red Sand Beach is a distinctive cove with red sand. Before returning, there is a stop to stock up on food, snacks, and drinks. Koki Beach, south of Hana village, has dark reddish sand from a red cinder hill. Hamoa Beach, near Hana, is known for its quality as a beach. Near Kipahulu, drivers can view Wailua Falls from the road but parking is not available. The tour continues to Ohe'o Gulch, also known as Seven Sacred Pools, where visitors can see a banyan tree, walk through a bamboo forest, and view a 400-foot waterfall. Waioka Pond, or Venus Pool, is a swimming hole with rock ledges suitable for cliff jumping. The tour ends back in Paia Town, where dining options are available before returning to the starting point. The tour includes lifetime access, offline maps, and audio narration with stories and music. Parking fees, attraction entrance fees, car rental, meals, and refreshments are not included. The tour is designed for private use without crowded buses, allowing users to customize stops and travel at their own pace.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Legends of Hana and Hawaiian History
Listen to detailed stories about the legends of Hana and the history of Hawaii as you drive along the route.
15 min
Paia Town
Paia offers restaurants, art galleries, surf shops, and tourist businesses. It is recommended to refuel your car here before starting the Road to Hana.
30 min
Ho'okipa Beach
A white sand beach known worldwide for windsurfing and a good place to watch sunsets.
30 min
Twin Falls
The first easily accessible waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana, a popular early stop to begin the adventure.
60 min
Waikamoi Ridge Trail
A lesser-known attraction located just past mile marker 9, between Twin Falls and the Garden of Eden Arboretum, before reaching Ke’anae.
45 min
Garden of Eden Arboretum
A 26-acre botanical garden with trails, picnic areas, waterfalls, and coastal views.
30 min
Puohokomoa Falls
A 200-foot waterfall located between mile markers 10 and 11 on the Hana Highway, known as one of the most accessible waterfalls on the route.
30 min
Kaumahina State Wayside
A scenic rest area with picnic facilities and views of the Maui coastline.
30 min
Honomanu Bay
A coastal bay situated between mile markers 13 and 14 along the Hana Highway.
30 min
Nua’ailua Bay Overlook
A short stop to view sheer cliffs and crashing waves at Nua’ailua Bay.
5 min
Ke’anae Arboretum
Home to rainbow eucalyptus trees, this free public arboretum allows visitors to see colorful trees up close and can be visited on the return trip.
30 min
Banana Bread Stop
A place to enjoy famous banana bread and ocean views.
30 min
Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread
Located on the left side of the road leaving Ke'anae Peninsula, this spot serves fresh, warm banana bread and is recommended for a snack.
15 min
Ke’anae Peninsula Overlook
A pullout on the left side of the road offering a bird's-eye view of the Ke’anae Peninsula and its taro patches.
5 min
Halfway Point Fruit Stands
A stop to buy fresh fruit from local stands at the halfway mark on the journey to Hana.
15 min
Wailua Valley State Wayside
Offers views of Ke‘anae Valley, Ko‘olau Gap on Haleakala’s rim, and Wailua Village.
30 min
Waikani Falls (Three Bears Falls)
A popular and easy-to-spot waterfall along the Road to Hana known as Three Bears Falls.
30 min
Wailua Falls
Located just past mile marker 45 on Honolewa Stream, this waterfall is often called Maui's most photographed.
30 min
Pua'a Ka'a State Park
A 5-acre rainforest park with waterfalls and pools.
30 min
Waikani Falls (Three Bears Falls)
Repeated stop at this well-known waterfall along the Road to Hana.
30 min
Makapipi Falls
Located after mile marker 25, this waterfall flows into a clear blue pool from a lava streambed.
15 min
Nahiku Viewpoint
A picnic area with views of the coastline where waves crash against the shore.
30 min
Nahiku Marketplace
Located near mile marker 29, this marketplace offers places to eat along the route.
30 min
Kahanu Garden
A botanical garden located along the Hana Highway.
30 min
Lava Tube Cave
A cave formed by molten lava about 960 years ago offering a family-friendly exploration.
45 min
+ 11 more places this tour can include
Meeting point
Departure Point: Start the tour in Kahului (near airport) Dates: See Availability
End point
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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana Guided Audio Driving Tour with GPS Navigation and Stories
by Shaka Guide Apps
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$24.99Overview
The Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana Guided Audio Driving Tour with GPS Navigation and Stories is a self-guided driving tour lasting about 15 to 18 hours. It provides turn-by-turn GPS directions that work offline, so no internet connection is needed during the drive. The audio narration plays automatically as the vehicle moves, offering stories, travel tips, and music related to Maui’s history and culture. The tour can be started at any time and allows pausing or skipping stops to explore at a personal pace. The route begins near Paia Town, where drivers can find restaurants, art galleries, surf shops, and gas stations to prepare for the drive. The first stop is Ho'okipa Beach, known for windsurfing and sunsets, followed by Twin Falls, the first easily accessible waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana. Next is the Waikamoi Ridge Trail, located just past mile marker 9, before reaching the Garden of Eden Arboretum, which features 26 acres of botanical gardens, trails, picnic spots, waterfalls, and coastal views. Puohokomoa Falls is a 200-foot waterfall between mile markers 10 and 11. Kaumahina State Wayside offers a scenic rest area with picnic facilities and ocean views. Honomanu Bay is a picturesque bay located between mile markers 13 and 14. Drivers can pull over briefly at Nua’ailua Bay for views of cliffs and surf. The Ke’anae Arboretum, home to rainbow eucalyptus trees, is included and can be visited on the way back if time allows. Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread stand near the Ke'anae Peninsula sells fresh banana bread with ocean views. There is a scenic overlook of the Ke’anae Peninsula with views of taro patches. The halfway point features local fruit stands. Wailua Valley State Wayside provides views of Ke‘anae Valley, Ko‘olau Gap in Haleakala’s rim, and Wailua Village. Waikani Falls, also called Three Bears Falls, is a popular waterfall along the route. Wailua Falls, located just past mile marker 45 on Honolewa Stream, is Maui’s most photographed waterfall and can be seen from the road without stopping. Pua'a Ka'a State Park offers 5 acres of rainforest with waterfalls and pools. Makapipi Falls is found after mile marker 25, where the stream flows into a blue pool. Nahiku viewpoint provides coastline views and picnic spots, and the nearby Nahiku Marketplace offers food options. Kahanu Garden is a botanical garden stop along the highway. The tour includes a visit to a lava tube cave formed about 960 years ago, suitable for families. Waiʻanapanapa State Park features a black sand beach, and Hana Beach Park has a long black-sand beach with picnic areas. Red Sand Beach is a distinctive cove with red sand. Before returning, there is a stop to stock up on food, snacks, and drinks. Koki Beach, south of Hana village, has dark reddish sand from a red cinder hill. Hamoa Beach, near Hana, is known for its quality as a beach. Near Kipahulu, drivers can view Wailua Falls from the road but parking is not available. The tour continues to Ohe'o Gulch, also known as Seven Sacred Pools, where visitors can see a banyan tree, walk through a bamboo forest, and view a 400-foot waterfall. Waioka Pond, or Venus Pool, is a swimming hole with rock ledges suitable for cliff jumping. The tour ends back in Paia Town, where dining options are available before returning to the starting point. The tour includes lifetime access, offline maps, and audio narration with stories and music. Parking fees, attraction entrance fees, car rental, meals, and refreshments are not included. The tour is designed for private use without crowded buses, allowing users to customize stops and travel at their own pace.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Legends of Hana and Hawaiian History
Listen to detailed stories about the legends of Hana and the history of Hawaii as you drive along the route.
15 min
Paia Town
Paia offers restaurants, art galleries, surf shops, and tourist businesses. It is recommended to refuel your car here before starting the Road to Hana.
30 min
Ho'okipa Beach
A white sand beach known worldwide for windsurfing and a good place to watch sunsets.
30 min
Twin Falls
The first easily accessible waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana, a popular early stop to begin the adventure.
60 min
Waikamoi Ridge Trail
A lesser-known attraction located just past mile marker 9, between Twin Falls and the Garden of Eden Arboretum, before reaching Ke’anae.
45 min
Garden of Eden Arboretum
A 26-acre botanical garden with trails, picnic areas, waterfalls, and coastal views.
30 min
Puohokomoa Falls
A 200-foot waterfall located between mile markers 10 and 11 on the Hana Highway, known as one of the most accessible waterfalls on the route.
30 min
Kaumahina State Wayside
A scenic rest area with picnic facilities and views of the Maui coastline.
30 min
Honomanu Bay
A coastal bay situated between mile markers 13 and 14 along the Hana Highway.
30 min
Nua’ailua Bay Overlook
A short stop to view sheer cliffs and crashing waves at Nua’ailua Bay.
5 min
Ke’anae Arboretum
Home to rainbow eucalyptus trees, this free public arboretum allows visitors to see colorful trees up close and can be visited on the return trip.
30 min
Banana Bread Stop
A place to enjoy famous banana bread and ocean views.
30 min
Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread
Located on the left side of the road leaving Ke'anae Peninsula, this spot serves fresh, warm banana bread and is recommended for a snack.
15 min
Ke’anae Peninsula Overlook
A pullout on the left side of the road offering a bird's-eye view of the Ke’anae Peninsula and its taro patches.
5 min
Halfway Point Fruit Stands
A stop to buy fresh fruit from local stands at the halfway mark on the journey to Hana.
15 min
Wailua Valley State Wayside
Offers views of Ke‘anae Valley, Ko‘olau Gap on Haleakala’s rim, and Wailua Village.
30 min
Waikani Falls (Three Bears Falls)
A popular and easy-to-spot waterfall along the Road to Hana known as Three Bears Falls.
30 min
Wailua Falls
Located just past mile marker 45 on Honolewa Stream, this waterfall is often called Maui's most photographed.
30 min
Pua'a Ka'a State Park
A 5-acre rainforest park with waterfalls and pools.
30 min
Waikani Falls (Three Bears Falls)
Repeated stop at this well-known waterfall along the Road to Hana.
30 min
Makapipi Falls
Located after mile marker 25, this waterfall flows into a clear blue pool from a lava streambed.
15 min
Nahiku Viewpoint
A picnic area with views of the coastline where waves crash against the shore.
30 min
Nahiku Marketplace
Located near mile marker 29, this marketplace offers places to eat along the route.
30 min
Kahanu Garden
A botanical garden located along the Hana Highway.
30 min
Lava Tube Cave
A cave formed by molten lava about 960 years ago offering a family-friendly exploration.
45 min
+ 11 more places this tour can include
Meeting point
Departure Point: Start the tour in Kahului (near airport) Dates: See Availability
End point
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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.