Maui’s Road to Hana isn’t just a drive, it’s a full-day scenic journey through lush rainforests, past waterfalls, along rugged coastal cliffs, and across dozens of one-lane bridges. The route showcases a more natural, rustic side of the island, with chances to take short walks, enjoy sweeping views, and visit unique black and red sand beaches. It’s a way to experience the wild beauty that defines classic Hawaii, far from Maui’s developed resort areas. With a guided tour, you can relax, take in the scenery, gain local insight, and make the most of your day, without the stress of navigating tight curves, finding safe and legal places to stop, or missing key highlights.
Lonely Planet Guidebook:
Hawaii’s Top 20: Road to Hana. Hold on tight! Of all the jaw-droppingly dramatic drives in Hawaii, this is the Big Kahuna. A roller coaster of a ride, it twists down into jungly valleys and back up towering cliffs, curling around 600 twists and turns along the way. 54 one-lane bridges cross nearly as many waterfalls. It’s ravishingly gorgeous, but certainly not easy.
Smash-and-grab thefts do occur [if you drive yourselves]
Fodor's Guidebook:
Maui’s Top 15 Attractions. The stunning Road to Hana is an iconic, winding road with dramatic coastal views and can be the highlight of a trip. It is a Hawaii pilgrimage and is one of Hawaii’s best experiences. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful drives on the planet.
Our two tours are more alike than different, covering most of the same highlights, such as the black sand beach (with reservations included), red sand beach, and waterfalls with swimming opportunities, plus pickup from most lodgings. The main differences are outlined in the table below, with full details and booking options available on each tour page.
Activity 1Road to Hana: Shared or Private Tour |
Activity 2Road to Hana: Private / Custom Tour |
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| Shared option | Yes, 5-8 people max on a 12-seater tour van |
No, except for Pride of America ship only |
| Private option Groups of 12+ may be possible | Yes, on a 12-seater tour van |
Yes, on a 6-seater minivan or an 11-seater tour van |
| Hiking Option Hikes reduce the number of tour stops/sights | No extended hikes, but independent walks are available (e.g., cliffside trail at the black sand beach) |
Can include a guided 3.4 mile moderate hike of the Pipiwai Trail at the Seven Sacred Pools to include the bamboo forest and waterfalls |
| Personalization | Optimized itinerary that is fixed (including for private tours) |
Optimized itinerary that is customizable (if desired) |
| Meals Snacks & drinks included for both all day | Included: Light breakfast, plus hot lunch from a local vendor in the Hana area |
Lunch chosen (and paid by) guest from a selection of popular local Hana eateries |
| Mobility devices | Cane only |
Collapsible wheelchair, walker, stroller, and walking sticks also allowed |
| Pride of America weekly cruise ship | Sundays and some Mondays |
Sundays: private, sometimes shared |
| Shared Tour Price | $239/person Cruise ship: $299/person |
N/A Pride of America cruise ship: $299/person |
| Private Tour Price Parties of 12+ may also be possible | $1,912 for up to 8 people Cruise ship: $2,392 up to 8 + $299/person above 8 |
$1,499 for up to 4 people Cruise ship: $1,499 up to 4 + $249/person above 4 Hiking tour: $1,599 up to 4 + $269/person above 4 West Maui pickup*: +$299 |
| More Details | More Details |
* South Maui & other lodging pickups are generally included for both tours. West Maui pickups are included in tour #1 pricing but is an extra $299 cost for tour #2 (or guests can meet in Kahului to avoid the extra cost).