Road to Hana Private Tour on Maui: Customize Your Stops

You control the route through rainforests, waterfalls and black sand beaches.

A private Road to Hana tour from Maui lets you pick which stops to visit and how long to linger at each one, traveling in an air-conditioned luxury SUV or van with a Hawaiian culture guide. The route passes through Hoʻokipa Beach Park, Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park with its waterfall, Waiʻanapanapa State Park and its black sand beach, and the remote village of Hana itself, with park entry and hotel pickup included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Hoʻokipa Beach Park30m
2. Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park30m
3. Waiʻanapanapa State ParkEntry included1h 30m
4. Kaumahina State Wayside Park15m
5. Hanapassing by

Private Road to Hana Tour

• Visit Hoʻokipa Beach Park
• Stop at Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park
• Explore picturesque village with taro fields
• Visit Waiʻanapanapa State Park
• Shop at Hana Farms Roadside Stand
• Rest at Kaumahina State Wayside Park
• Pass through Hana Town

The experience

The Road to Hana is a 64-mile stretch of Maui's northeastern coast known for its tight curves, one-lane bridges and constant scenery shifts: lush rainforest one moment, dramatic cliffs the next. A private guide handles the driving while you decide the itinerary. The operator suggests stops at Hoʻokipa Beach Park, where sea turtles often rest on the shore, Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park for a waterfall swim, Kaumahina State Wayside Park for restroom facilities and coastal views, Waiʻanapanapa State Park with its black sand beach and coastal trails, and the village of Hana itself. You can skip any of them, spend an extra hour at one, or reorder the stops to match your pace. All park entry is included.

The tour runs 8 to 10 hours depending on how many stops you choose and how long you stay at each. Your guide shares stories of Hawaiian history, legends and culture along the way. You travel in either a luxury Escalade or Yukon (up to 5 passengers) or a transit van (up to 12), both air-conditioned with bottled water and Hawaiian chips provided. Hotel pickup and drop-off from anywhere on Maui is included. Swimming and hiking are possible at several stops, weather permitting. Bring a swimsuit, a dry change of clothes, closed-toe shoes for volcanic rock, and a light jacket since the road climbs into cooler elevations.

Hana Farms Roadside Stand sits along the route, selling award-winning banana bread, locally made goods, fresh produce, macadamia nuts and ice cream. Lunch isn't included. You can eat at the roadside stand or from a food truck (Thai vegan option available), or bring your own. Bring cash for purchases and if you want to tip your guide. The difference between your total tour time and the time spent at stops is driving time between locations.

What’s included

• Opportunities to swim and hike at multiple stops, weather permitting.
• bottled water and Hawaiian chips.
• private transportation in a luxury SUV or van with air conditioning.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from anywhere on Maui.
• entry to all state parks and attractions on your chosen route.
• a live guide who shares Hawaiian history and culture.
• a completely customizable itinerary where you decide which stops to visit and how long to stay at each one.

Options for this experience

4 options

YukonUp to 5 per booking · Guide in English · 06:00Includes pickup for up to 5 passengers

EscaladeUp to 5 per booking · Guide in English · 06:00Includes pickup for up to 5 passengers

Transit Van 2019Up to 12 per booking · Guide in English · 06:00Pickup is included for groups of up to 12 passengers

Transit Van 2020Up to 12 per booking · Guide in English · 06:00Pickup is included for up to 12 passengers

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 8h–10h, runs every day at 06:00, from US$ 1,199.99 per group, with a live guide in English, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

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Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Book up to4h before

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Aloha Sunshine Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the Escalade or Yukon if your group is five or fewer and you want the most intimate vehicle experience. The transit van works for larger groups or families who want to keep everyone together on one tour. Either way, you're not locked into a fixed schedule: linger at a waterfall, skip a stop, or adjust the order based on how the day unfolds.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I swim at the waterfalls and beaches on the Road to Hana tour?

Yes, swimming is possible at Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park and Waiʻanapanapa State Park, weather permitting. Bring a swimsuit, a dry change of clothes, and closed-toe shoes because volcanic rock and uneven surfaces surround the water. Water temperature and conditions vary by day.

What is Waiʻanapanapa State Park known for?

Waiʻanapanapa State Park is home to Maui's famous black sand beach, formed from volcanic rock. The park also has coastal trails and ancient lava tubes to explore, with stunning ocean views especially on clear days.

How many people can fit in the vehicle?

You choose at checkout: a luxury Escalade or Yukon holds up to 5 passengers, or a transit van holds up to 12. Both are air-conditioned and include hotel pickup and drop-off.

Is lunch included in the Road to Hana tour?

Lunch is not included, but Hana Farms Roadside Stand along the route sells local food including award-winning banana bread, fresh produce and ice cream. A Thai vegan food truck also operates in the area. Bring cash if you want to purchase food or tip your guide.

What is the village of Hana like?

Hana is a remote, charming village rich in Hawaiian culture and history. It has a laid-back atmosphere, lush landscapes and taro fields, with dramatic black lava coastline and ocean views. The village serves as a gateway to natural attractions and offers a glimpse into old Hawaii.