Maui: Road to Hana Tour with Waiʻanapanapa & Hoʻokipa Beach

Driving the Hana Highway: Waterfalls, Black Sand & Windsurfing Beaches

You ride the Road to Hana in an air-conditioned van with hotel pickup, stopping at seven major parks and viewpoints without managing the logistics yourself. The day includes lunch at Waiʻanapanapa's black sand beach, optional waterfall swimming, a visit to the town of Hana, and views of Hoʻokipa's world-class windsurfers. Bottled water and snacks are provided. The return trip gets you back by late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each6 stops

1. Road to Hana15m
2. Kaumahina State Wayside Park10m
3. Waiʻanapanapa State ParkEntry included1h 30m
4. Hana15m
5. Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park30m
6. Hoʻokipa Beach Parkpassing by

Explore Hana and Coastal Highlights

• Stop for breakfast and coffee break
• See Maui's rainbow eucalyptus trees
• Visit Kaumahina State Wayside Park lookout
• Stop at Halfway to Hana Fruit Stand
• Enjoy panoramic views at Wailua Valley
• Lunch and swim at Waiʻanapanapa State Park
• Explore lava tube and coastal trail
• Visit Hana town and browse shops
• Swim at Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park
• Admire views and treats at Keanae Peninsula
• Pass by Hoʻokipa Beach Park to watch surfers

The experience

You're turning onto the Road to Hana before most of Maui wakes up, the van climbing through switchbacks lined with eucalyptus trees whose bark shifts from red to orange to yellow in the morning light. The driver knows the road: knows where to stop for coffee without losing time, knows which fruit stand has the best banana bread, knows the spots where the view opens up and you need to just sit with it for a minute. The Hana Highway has 600 curves and 50 bridges, and you're not driving it yourself, which means you can actually look out the window instead of white-knuckling the steering wheel.

By mid-morning you're at Kaumahina State Wayside Park, where the Keanae coastline spreads below you: lava rock formations meeting turquoise water, the kind of view that makes you understand why people move to Hawaii and never leave. Then comes the Halfway to Hana Fruit Stand, a family-run stop that's been feeding travelers for years, and you grab a smoothie or shave ice and taste whatever tropical fruit you've never heard of. The stops keep coming: Wailua Valley overlooks, the rainbow eucalyptus trees, and then Waiʻanapanapa State Park, where the beach is black volcanic sand and the water is clear enough that you can see the rocks beneath. Lunch happens here. A deli sub sandwich while you're sitting on the sand, and if the weather holds, you can swim or walk the lava tube trail that cuts through the cliffs.

The town of Hana itself is small and quiet, nothing like the resort strip on the other side of the island: a few shops, a few restaurants, the kind of place where you can actually see what local life looks like. After Hana, the drive loops back toward the north shore, and the last stop is Hoʻokipa Beach Park, where windsurfers and kiteboarders are launching themselves into the air over turquoise water, and if you're lucky, you'll spot sea turtles basking on the sand. The whole day is seven to eight hours of driving and stopping and looking, with water and snacks provided, and you're back at your hotel by evening without having navigated a single curve yourself.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or resort pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water throughout the tour, snacks and chips, a deli sub sandwich lunch at Waiʻanapanapa State Park, and all parking fees at state parks and waysides. You'll have time to explore Waiʻanapanapa's black sand beach and lava tube, swim at a waterfall if weather permits, browse the town of Hana, and watch windsurfers at Hoʻokipa Beach Park before returning to your accommodation in the late afternoon.

Information

Lasts 8h–10h, runs every day at 06:30, from US$ 210 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:30Another time? ›

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (under 11)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Hana and Beyond

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the Road to Hana's major stops without driving the winding highway yourself: the van pickup and fixed itinerary let you focus on the views and the stops instead of the road.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 11).

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.

How long is the Road to Hana tour?

The full day tour runs 8+ hours, including all stops, lunch, and the drive back to your hotel.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel or resort pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, snacks, chips, a deli sub sandwich lunch, and all parking fees at state parks.

Can I swim on the Road to Hana tour?

Yes. Waiʻanapanapa State Park has a black sand beach where you can swim if weather permits, and there's a waterfall swimming option at Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park, also weather dependent.

What should I bring on the Road to Hana tour?

Bring a swimsuit and towel if you plan to swim, sunscreen, a light jacket for cooler moments at higher elevations, and comfortable walking shoes for the short trails and beach walks.

Are there restroom facilities on the Road to Hana tour?

Yes. Restrooms are available at the breakfast stop, Kaumahina State Wayside Park, Waiʻanapanapa State Park, and Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park.

Can I book the Road to Hana tour if I have mobility concerns?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Most stops involve short walks and some uneven terrain. Contact the operator to discuss your specific needs.

What time does the Road to Hana tour start?

The tour includes hotel or resort pickup in the morning. Exact pickup times depend on your location. Confirm with the operator when you book.

Is lunch included on the Road to Hana tour?

Yes. A deli sub sandwich lunch is provided and eaten at Waiʻanapanapa State Park's black sand beach, with ocean views.

What's special about this Road to Hana tour compared to others?

This tour is family-owned and operated by Hāna and Beyond, a company rooted in Hawaiian heritage. The guide shares local stories and insights beyond what standard tours cover, and the itinerary includes less-crowded stops like Kaumahina overlook and the Halfway to Hana Fruit Stand.