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Maureen J.

I recommend Dramamine if you get motion or car sickness. The road is windy. There are a lot of beautiful foliage and places to stop. If you go too early, you may not be able to get Auntie Sandy's banana bread. It's hard having to make a U-turn on the road especially if other cars are coming in the opposite direction. I don't recommend doing all the stops in one day. You will get tired. If you're going with family, I recommend the Lava Tubes, the kids will have a blast! Drive safe!

Sara C.

The Road to Hana, while absolutely GORGEOUS is definitely not worth the price it will cost you to be rescued if you get stuck on the wrong side of the road. Our Jeep rental car company even told us when we picked up our car, that beyond a certain point on the road, they absolve themselves from coming to get you and the cost of getting the car back from the treacherous road is at your own expense (not cheap). There are also tons of one lane bridges and treacherous overhangs on the Road to Hana, so if you do the drive, you need to be alert of what other cars are doing if you come to one lane roads/bridges. Now with all that said, there are a lot of beautiful things to see in the first few miles of the road, the rainbow eucalyptus trees, breathtaking mountain views, and pristine beaches galore. We also visited the Twin Falls and Twin Falls trail, which had nice calming water you could splash in to cool down. There are also a few snack stands in these first few miles of the Road to Hana, but not much else further in (so definitely pack snacks and food if you're going farther down the road!) I'd say that with the dangerous roads, and inaccessibility or expensive extraction if something happens, doing the full Road to Hana drive is not worth it. Just do the first few miles that are easily accessible (still with lots of gorgeous sights), and head back to town!

Chris O.

Unparalleled views of nature and wildlife in a stunning rainforest. Many nail biting spots where the road narrows to single car only - especially at just about every bridge crossing. A few times we got stuck waiting for road construction do to fallen rocks or broken down car. Plan for this to be an all day journey. Well worth it to do once when in Maui. Oh -- be sure to reserve a spot at the black sand beach and picnic area in Hana a few days in advance or you will be sorely disappointed after your multi hour drive. We also loved the lava tube in Hana although $80 for a family of 5 to spend 30 minutes seemed a little steep. With that price tag it was no surprise the owner has two cybertruck parked in his drive way.

Past Hana the back road gives way to drier wider ocean views. Best to get there from the Haleakele side than go all the way around Hana.
Neal T.

I've done it twice now, once in December and once in October, definitely better to go after the rainy season at least my December trip the waterfalls were a lot more abundant. In October this year it was very dry and the waterfall and pools out past Hana were barely flowing at all and was more of a dried up pool brown and dirty not even getting to the ocean. The time I came in December all the waterfalls were flowing strong. If you're going to view waterfalls and pools then wetter is better, if you're going to dip in a pool then drier is safer. Either way the drive is like my childhood one lane mountain roads with cliffs on either side. Not as many vista points it is all jungle on one half so it's good to stop along the way to look at pools and get ocean views. Definitely plan on spending an entire day with the drive. Start after 9am though so you aren't effecting locals commutes. Pull over if local people are following you so they can get where they need to go more quickly. I'd probably take a tour if I did it again just to see where all the stops are. Do your research before you drive and if you go past Hana there is a great little fruit stand near the end of the nicer paved road. Also just past Hana is Huli Huli Chicken on the beach great views of Hawaii from there and awesome food. I stopped at a pull out and went to try a little trail and someone had pooped on it so watch out for that since there's no bathrooms for quite lot of the road there may be some desperate people using the jungle as a bathroom. After driving the whole thing twice I'd say next time I may just go to the Twin Falls and explore that area and up to that point a little and then go back. Maybe break up trips to Hana with specific stops and then go home rather than try to do the whole thing with stops and end up out on the road for 12 hours.

Patrycja L.

The Road to Hana is definitely one of those "bucket list" drives in Maui, and I'm glad we did it -- but let me be honest, it's a whole adventure in itself. The road is windy, narrow, and long, so don't expect it to just be a casual scenic drive. It's not for everyone -- if you get carsick easily, this might be a tough one to enjoy. What makes it worth it are the stops along the way -- waterfalls, hidden beaches, local stands, and breathtaking lookouts. Some waterfalls you can see right from the car, but most of the best ones require getting out and doing a short hike. I'd recommend doing a little research ahead of time and picking the stops that interest you most, otherwise you'll run out of time trying to do it all in one day. My personal favorites: Keanae Lookout (gorgeous views and taro fields), East Maui Chocolate Tour, the Lava Tube Cave (super cool and unique), and of course the Black Sand Beach and cave at Waiʻānapanapa State Park -- even more beautiful in person than the pictures. Don't miss the roadside Hawaiian BBQ either -- best meal of the day. Overall, it's a long day but worth it if you love exploring, don't mind driving, and want to see a wilder, more untouched side of Maui. Just start early, pack snacks, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination!

Pink pineapple

If you want a good tour to Hana while in Maui, book this group. They leave early but you miss a lot of the crowd. We had Lepa as our guide. Being a native, she shared the culture of the area with us. We experienced the sites and flavors of Maui.

Evelyn G.

Great app , we loved this tour . We loved the waterfalls . And the local pit stops for food and deserts .

Narissa M.

Words to describe the drive along this exotic mountain road: lush nature history views waterfalls hiking loose dogs stopping traffic! wild mongoose! fresh hot banana bread Don't go here if you can't handle not having cell phone service or long drives with over 600 turns, including many hairpin turns. Highly recommend downloading one of the apps guiding you along the road to Hana, as you may need it when cell phone service becomes spotty. This is an all day excursion, I loved every bit of it. Bring snacks, drinks, (most importantly) don't forget to bring: bug spray, layer your clothing, take your trash with you! Respect the journey, the land, the history, and the people of this beautifully preserved part of old Hawaii.

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Gabriella D.

The Road to Hanna was beautiful we there you are surrounded by nature. Every single glance is beauty. The road is curvy and in some areas one one road you have to wait for incoming traffic to pass. It is a definitely worth the drive for so much beauty fit into one trip. We went from Kihei towards Waimoku and Wailua Falls toward Hanna then Hanawi and Twin Falls. We basically did a circle around Maui. It is definitely worth is so much to see.

Melissa P.

The road to Hana was beautiful but daunting and for us perhaps a bit too long for a day trip. The narrow winding mountain road is relentless with over 600 curves and over 50 one-lane bridges over 60 to 80 miles depending on your starting point. However, it is also relentlessly beautiful. I would recommend the road if staying overnight in Hana but although we made it there and back to Kihei in a day, it is a long haul queasy adventure. It is also certainly not for those prone to motion-sickness so be prepared. My recommendation for a shorter trip but still experience "The Road to Hana" is to go to Twin Falls. It is actually 3 waterfalls with swimming areas to visit. It is one of the first stops along The Road to Hana and a great opportunity to hike, enjoy the water and have a picnic with out travelling the full length of the infamous road.

Nicole F.

A very curvy road for comfortable drivers. This 34-mile road has about 600 turns and it is a two-way road. Be careful and mindful when driving. Locals use this road for their daily commute and you may see them driving faster than you, pull over and let them pass. We started from the airport, which was a 30-minute drive to Mile Marker 0, once we got to Hana which we were not that impressed with what it had to offer the drive straight back on the road took 2 hours. There are restrooms available along the drive, and the halfway to hana stop along with other stops beyond the halfway spot had food carts available. We pulled off at stopped at Coconut Glens for coconut ice cream and a coconut and we happy we did. If you have several days in Maui and aren't restricted to driving this road on a specific day, try to do it on a day when cruise boats are not docked in port, less crowds and people on the roads. There is minimal cellular service on this road. We predownloaded the Shaka app tour for $20 which was a live saver. It pointed out all the mile markers, gave some history to each stop and facts. Best part is we didn't need cell service as it tracked us via GPS which was great because we had no cell service the whole day!

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Paul M.

Road to Hana? That's the heart of the island right there. Easily 5 stars. Lush, wild, and unreal beautiful--every turn got something special. Waterfalls, jungle vibes, little fruit stands, coffee shacks, and hidden beaches all the way through. It's a full-day cruise, but worth every second.

rick m.

We used the Shaka Guide-Road to Hana. I"m glad we took the trip (7+ hours) to Hana and back (we were warned not to do the full trip as it is not safe). The views are spectacular (and it's real!!-ha ha to that Seinfeld reference). The only negative is that drivers are encouraged to leave early. We did (around 7:30 am). The only drag is that we paid $20/person to enter the arboreteum and couldn't visit their gift shop as they don't open until later in the morning (Grrrr #1). Also, I heard that you just have to try Sandy's famous banana bread and just as we were driving up, the Shaka narrator says, "Oh, they're closed on Sundays" (which is the day we went). (Grrrrr #2). Hana is a tiny town and only has a few eateries. Lucky the Shaka guide mentioned the food truck pod at the end of town (when you leave the Hana Bay park, turn left on the highway and the food truck pod is about 1/4 mile on the left). Remember, the joy is in the journey and not the destination. So if you focus on seeing/stopping at sights along the way, do it because when you get to Hana town itself, it's only meh. Oh, not sure it this was normal but the weathe was great in Paia, but as you climb the hill, then head down to Hana, it became overcast, then started to rain intermittantly for that part of the ride to Hana. Then on our return trip, the overcast turned to blue skies again as we lowered our elevation.....Overall, it was a fun and full day and most of all it was all totally safe (for driving).

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I would recommend downloading an app for the road to hana! We used the "shaka maui" app! Here are our stops:… Read more

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It took us nearly 12 hours to make it to the main stops and back to Kihei, which I detailed in my review. By the time we made it to Hana, we got to enjoy dinner at Hana Ranch with a view of the beautiful sunset. I'd definitely start before 7am and… Read more

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O'o Farms delivered a truly, unique and interactive experience with their Farm Tour and Farm to…read moreTable Lunch. I took my parents for their 44th Anniversary and we all love outdoorsy activities so I knew we'd all enjoy this! We were asked to arrive at 10:30 am for the tour and it lasted until 1-1:30 pm. Arrive with good walking shoes, SPF, light sweater and hat (it can get either a little chilly or hot from the direct sunlight), and well hydrated if possible. We were greeted by our friendly and knowledgeable tourguide, Kate from Maryland! She shared with us so many facts about the locally grown produce from herbs, vegetables, fruits, to the friendly worms, to compost and facts about the Farm and the hardworking staff! It was interactive because we got to sniff the herbs, taste the locally grown lettuce, carry a chicken (as seen in the photo with my mom), and even pick the Cherry coffee! After the 2 hour tour, the last hour takes you back to this beautiful seating area in a garden like setting for your 4 course lunch! Each course, the chef comes out and shares details of each course. First course was a Medley of Greens grown on the farm with Tangerine vinaigrette. It was a generous portion for our party of 3 and tried to eat it throughout. There was spiraled carrots and radish with julienned snap peas. Second course was Pan Seared Ono (their proteins are all locally sourced) with Mamaki Tea and Lemongrass Rice with Bok Choy, Collared Greens and Cabbage. Third course was my favorite! I'm usually a big fan of fish but the chicken was so savory and that rub was delish! It was an Organic, Cage Free Chicken with Coffee Cherry Citrus rub with Caramelized Coffee Honey Hash of Carrots, Parsnips, Rutabaga and Celery Root. The spread was a Turmeric and Parsnip puree. Last course of dessert was the O'o Freshly Brewed Coffee with Milk and Simple Syrup with a Dessert Platter of Fresh sliced Pineapple, Tangerine and Apple with Homemade Chocolate Truffles. The meal left us full and nourished! What a wonderful anniversary gift to give my parents. We truly enjoyed it and even made some new friends, both local and visiting.

The best meal that I had in Maui! Everything was fresh and I loved knowing exactly where our food…read morecame from. My son enjoyed the mahi mahi tremendously, which for a kiddo who only eats chicken normally, is a huge compliment! I thought the tour was very informative and interactive as well. Our guide Molly let us pick, smell, and explore a lot of the plants they have growing on the grounds. She also very nicely picked a tangerine for my son because he really wanted one. Overall, worthwhile experience, despite the long drive from Lahaina. I would do this again, whether it is the brunch + coffee tour or the lunch tour!

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After checking out of our hotel, we had some time to kill before our red-eye flight out of Maui, so…read morewe stopped by Surfing Goat Dairy Farm. We had visited once before back in 2012 and remembered it being a great experience, and it's nice to see how much the farm has upgraded since then. They offer goat and cheese tours that you can sign up for online. This time, we just wandered around the grounds and relaxed while watching the goats and baby kids play in their pen. We also bought a $10 bucket of hay to feed the goats off to the side. We were told they were under a year old, though they were already pretty much adult-sized! They were extremely enthusiastic about the hay, and the bucket was gone in no time. It was such a fun and wholesome experience, for both me and the goats. Definitely a cute stop, and I hope to come back next time and sign up for one of the tours next time in Maui.

We decided to go last minute after ending up with more time than we thought while exploring the…read morearea. We didn't reserve a tour ahead of time, and the next one was not for over an hour, so we decided to just walk around the grounds on our own. We started with the cheese tasting. They offer 2 different options, and we chose the mixed. Between 2 of us, it was plenty. I would say even 3 people could share. We enjoyed most of the cheeses - a few were definitely unique. They have a patio area to sit at, and they just call your name when your tasting is ready. They give you information with the cheeses, so you know what you are trying. The shop had a nice assortment of other gifts, as well as the truffles. The truffles were definitely my favorite. You can just get one if you want, or you can pick out several to make a box to take home. We walked around and saw the area where the babies/young goats played on the surfboards, which is super cute. The adults are all over in different areas, and you will even see them on the roofs of different buildings. The tour would have been nice to learn some history and information, but it is still really nice to go without the tour. It was a fun and peaceful little experience.

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