Maui

Maui is an island in the Hawaiian archipelago and the second-largest island in the U.S. state of Hawaii, noted for volcanic landscapes, beaches and varied microclimates. It is a major international tourist destination with significant natural and cultural attractions.

The high-elevation summit of Haleakalā dominates the island’s eastern interior and is known for expansive crater views and sunrise tourism; the summit rises to over 3,000 metres. Coastal highlights include west- and south-facing beaches, the historic whaling town of Lahaina and the scenic Road to Hāna, which traverses rainforest, waterfalls and coastal overlooks.

Maui’s history includes centuries of Native Hawaiian settlement, later contact with European explorers and its integration into the Kingdom of Hawaii and then the United States. Cultural heritage sites and historic towns reflect a mix of indigenous, missionary and plantation-era influences.

Located in the central Pacific as part of the Hawaiian Islands, Maui lies east of the island of Molokaʻi and west of the island of Hawaiʻi; ferry and air services link it to other islands and to the Hawaiian state capital, Honolulu.

• Summit sunrise & conditions: Haleakalā summit sunrise is a popular experience requiring early arrival or a reservation at the national park during peak seasons; temperatures can be near freezing at high elevations.
• Diverse climates: Maui is the second-largest Hawaiian island with diverse microclimates-expect tropical beaches, alpine conditions at Haleakalā and wet rainforest in eastern valleys.

What to See #

• Haleakalā National Park: Haleakalā volcano and summit area with a large crater and high-elevation trails; the summit rises above 3,000 metres and is a focal point for sunrise viewing and park visits.
• Road to Hāna and east Maui: Road to Hāna coastal route offering hundreds of hairpin turns, waterfalls and rainforest valleys, with multiple lookouts and trail access along the eastern coast.