Maui Information

The tropical islands of Hawaii are remotely positioned in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean. Maui is the second largest island and central in the Hawaiian group. Maui has two prominent volcanoes, the older extinct West Maui Mountains and the newer dormant Mt. Haleakala, rising to 10,000 feet. They are connected by flat land mass where the city of Kahului is the gateway to paradise.

The south and west sides of Maui are hot and dry. Wailea and Kihei (south) and the historic whaling town of Lahaina (west) all have spectacular white sand beaches with great swimming and snorkeling. There are many hotels and condos to accommodate the consistent flow of tourists.

The north side of Maui has a greater range of climates. As you drive up Mt Halaeakala these range from the hot sea-level conditions of the North Shore, to cooler and refreshing Upcountry temperatures. The landscape varies from cane and pineapple fields, rolling green pastures and rural countryside, to  dense jungle rainforests.

paia

At sea-level the historic cane plantation town of Paia has a hot climate with consistent afternoon tradewinds. Situated on the North Shore it is notorious for world-class surfing and windsurfing. There are a variety of shops and restaurants in this lively town.

haiku

The historic pineapple town of Haiku is 500 feet above sea level and is tropically warm. There are three restored canneries hosting a variety of shops and restaurants.

makawao

Upcountry, Makawao is a historic cowboy town, situated at 1500 feet above sea level it has a refreshing climate of warm days and cool nights. It is known for rodeos and horse parades. There are a variety of shops and restaurants.

pukalani

Pukalani is at the same elevation of Makawao and yet it has a dryer climate. Here is the magic of living on the side of a cone-shaped mountain. There are shopping malls, some restaurants and a top class 18 hole golf course. 

kula

Kula has elevations ranging from 2000 feet to 3500 feet. It is cooler in Kula and everywhere has spectacular panoramic views over Maui and the neighbouring islands. This is the place known for it's sunsets, not for shopping or dining.

huelo

Heading to Hana you first need to go through the district of Huelo. It's climate is very tropical, warm with ample rainfall, which keeps it a green and lush jungle. Towering cliffs overlook the rugged North Shore ocean but the real preciousness of this area are the isolated waterfalls and fresh water swimming pools. There are no shops or restaurants, just a few roadside fruit stands.

halepohaku

Halepohaku is a remote location on the south-east side of Maui. It is past Ulupalakua and Kanaio at an elevation of 3,000 feet. This area is only accessible by 4WD or hiking. Even the locals don't know of Halepohaku (sacred hanging rock).