The Nakalele Blowhole can shoot water as high as 50 feet into the air. Here, you can take a mini hike down towards the blowhole. Be careful though, you don’t want to get too close. When you’re there you might feel the ground shake beneath your feet as the waves crash towards the blowhole, shooting water into the sky. Near the blowhole is a rock formation called the “heart shaped rock” which is actually a rock with a heart shaped hole in it -- have a look out for it while you’re there. Some people have reported the heart shaped rock has been broken and no longer there.

Located near the Kapalua resort area, this half-mile hike follows the rocky shoreline and offers beautiful views of the bay. It is named Dragon’s Tooth Trail after the jagged rocks near the shoreline that, from a distance, look like the teeth of a dragon. Near the end of the trail, there is also a prayer labyrinth that you can walk through.

Iao Valley State Park is a lush valley in the central highlands of Western Maui. The valley lies 750 miles above sea level and stretches for 10 miles, making it nearly 4,000 acres. Clouds rising from the valley shroud the top of the iconic 2250-foot rock pinnacle known as the Iao Needle. Iao Valley is a great place for a dip in the stream, a stroll through its botanical gardens, or even have a picnic with its lush green valley backdrop. 

Just follow the bright green signs to Julia’s bright green tree house! Julia’s is a great place to stop along the scenic road to Hana. Highly recommend the fun journey for the scenic views of the ocean, lush volcanic mountain sides with infinite plant life and windy roads. Definitely makes an excellent adventure! Drop by to sample Maui’s famous banana bread and a lot more of the other treats they make like their coconut candy and passion fruit butter. 

7465 Kahekili Hwy

Kahakuloa, HI 96793

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Covering almost a whole acre of land, the Lahaina Banyan Tree was planted in 1873 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the arrival of the missionaries to the island. This banyan tree, is the largest of its kind in the entire united states.

It is the island's only fully enclosed, air-conditioned mall, and encompasses 120,000 square feet and more than 50 boutiques, restaurants and specialty shops. Hula dancing, Hawaiian artists, cultural events and festivals are enjoyed year round by visitors and residents.

A great spot for Scuba driving and snorkeling. Mala Wharf has created shelter and plenty of structure for sea life, including fish, turtles, corals, and reef sharks. It supports abundant coral growth, and the large cement slabs have created hiding places for nocturnal predators and shelter for coral mounds, especially between the leeward side of the wreckage and the ramp’s breakwater. It’s an easy scuba and skin diving site with a lot to offer for all levels of  SCUBA divers and snorkelers

Location: Southwestern coastline of the island of Maui, about 10 minutes from Lahaina Harbor between Lahaina and Ka’anapali

Depth: 10-30 feet

Trilogy Excursions offers a wonderful assortment of boat tours from West Maui, including a Ka'anapali Sunset Sail, Lahaina Picnic Snorkel & Sail, Ka'anapali Snorkel, and even sailing and snorkeling trips to the neighbor island of Lanai!

These are the ruins of Lahaina's Old Prison Fort, what's left of it anyways. It was actually used to hold sailors in the 1800s. The fort was demolished in 1845, after a new prison was built, and its coral blocks were used in the construction of other buildings.

Today, all that remains of the fort are the walls. When it stood, the fort completely surrounded what's now, Banyan Tree Park.

The Baldwin Home Museum is a recognizable landmark in the heart of historic Lahaina. Take in panoramic views from the two-story home originally built by Reverend Ephraim Spaulding between 1834-35. This area offered a direct view to the Lahaina landing and roadstead beyond where whaling ships would anchor. Inside are original photographs and artifacts as well as donated furniture and furnishing pieces representing the 1850s period. Catch A Glimpse Of Old Hawaii at the Baldwin Home Museum. 

Set 12 miles north of Kapalua—and 4 past Nakalele Blowhole—Olivine Pools is a rugged spot where waves thunder on volcanic rock and gather in natural tide pools. Imagine lying flat on your back and floating in a natural pool, the rays of sunlight warm on your face, and the sound of the ocean crashing on rocks just a couple of salty feet away.

Located above Wailuku and is a wonderful ½ day stroll on fully paved pathways and stairs.  The Iao stream is warm and shallow and a favorite for locals to cool off in on hot days. Located nearby one of Maui's most recognizable landmarks, the 1,200-foot Iao Needle. The Iao stream is an ideal attraction for easy hiking and sightseeing.