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The best things to do on Maui
Do I need a rental car in Maui?
You’ll need a rental car in Maui. There are so many things to see all over the island, from the Road to Hana to Haleakala Sunrise.
I recommend Discount Hawaii Car Rental. You’ll find the best prices on rental cars in Hawaii. You can check out why you need a rental car in Hawaii if you’re not convinced.
The top things to do on Maui
1. The best snorkeling on Maui

2. The best day trip on Maui

- Ho’okipa Beach Park
- Twin Falls
- Keanae Peninsula
- Wailua Valley State Wayside
- Pua’a Ka’a Falls
- Hanawi Falls
- Nahiku Marketplace
- Wai’anapanapa State Park
- Hana town
- Hamoa Beach
- Wailua Falls
- ‘Ohe’o Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools)
3. The other best day trip on Maui
4. Is Haleakala Sunrise a must-do?
5. The best beaches on Maui
- Baldwin Beach Park in Paia
- Makena Beach State Park
- Ka’anapali Beach
- Wai’anapanapa State Park
- Honolua Bay – black sand beach
If you’re looking for the best beaches in Maui for snorkeling, I recommend:
- Honolua Bay
- Napili Beach
- DT Fleming Beach
- Black Rock on Kaanapali Beach
- Kahekeli (Airport Beach)
- Baby Beach
- Kamaole Beach (1, 2, and 3)
- Polo Beach
- Wailea Beach
- Big Beach
6. The best Maui luau
7. Explore Maui from the air
No matter how much time you spend on Maui, you’ll never be able to see everything. The best way to take in the spectacular sights of Maui is from above.
I highly recommend Blue Hawaiian helicopters for any helicopter tour in Hawaii. One of my favorites is the West Maui and Molokai tour. Not only will you get to explore west Maui, but you’ll also see the highest sea cliffs in Hawaii on Molokai.
Where to stay in Maui
I recently wrote a separate post about the 10 best resorts on Maui. Are you looking for something a little more upscale? Check out the best 5-star resorts on Maui. I also have blog posts on the best honeymoon resorts and the best resorts for families.
If you have more Maui travel tips, I’d love to hear about them in the comments. Make sure to share this with any friends who are interested in visiting the beautiful Valley Isle!
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We are taking a cruise of the Hawaiian Islands and we have 2 full days in Maui. What do you recommend we do?
I would definitely snorkel at Molokini Crater! I would also look into the Road to Hana if you’ll have a car. If not, I would consider renting one since most of what you’ll want to do in Maui isn’t near the port. I’ll email you to make sure you see this. 🙂