Maui Activities
Adventures
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
“SUP” can be a ton of fun. Go in the morning when the ocean is as smooth as ice. You can rent boards, or if you are new and just want to try it out, there are good SUP Schools here, too.
Canoeing & Snorkeling
A fun cultural trip to bring you back to the ancient Hawaiians is the Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe and Snorkel Adventure. Better known as the Maui Sailing Canoe this is a fun time for all to go out on the water, snorkel and experience the ocean as the Hawaiians did many years ago.
Zipline
This activity is gaining popularity on Maui, so you should book in advance as they fill up quickly, especially if you are coming during High Season. I have done the one in Ka’anapali and the one by Haleakala- both are awesome. Skyline Eco is our favorite.
Blue Water Rafting
This activity is gaining popularity on Maui, so you should book in advance as they fill up quickly, especially if you are coming during High Season. I have done the one in Ka’anapali and the one by Haleakala- both are awesome. Skyline Eco is our favorite.
Whale Watching
Another MUST during Whale season (most tour groups guarantee sightings mid-Nov until early May)
The Road to Hana
One of the top attractions on the island, the Road to Hana boasts lush rainforest views, stunning waterfalls, and incredible beach attractions.
Deep-Sea Fishing
We caught 5 mahi mahi and 2 ahi tuna last January by taking a 9-hour private tour. You can do shared tours as well, and pack a lunch and beverages, too. Don’t forget to take your sea sickness pills before leaving, because the ocean can be choppy out near the DNR’s buoy
The Snorkel Store
A great Maui resource for beach rental equipment. Use this code at check out for a $20 savings ($20wev).
Haleakala Crater/Volcano
This is amazing! Lots of hiking trails, you can even bike down the volcano. Also, the best sunrise EVER!! Wear LAYERS- if you go to watch the Sunrise, the mountaintop is SUPER COLD in the winter months until the sun comes up.
Sunsets
Our area offers some of the best sunsets I have ever seen!! Best seen from Wailea of course. Try to get dinner reservations around sunset with an ocean view!!! My favorite is to head down to the main pool at Ekahi Village with some pupus (Hawaiian for appetizers) and beverages.
Helicopter Tours
One of the best ways to see Maui and the surrounding Islands. Breathtaking! Lory and I do one almost every visit. The best tours are West Maui & Molokai, Maui Spectacular and Maui-Big Island. Check out Blue Hawaiian for the best rides.
Pau Vodka Tour
PAU Maui Vodka is known as an authentic expression of aloha which encompasses the gratitude for Maui’s agriculture, passion for the Hawaiian Islands and a strong love of its people.
Ocean Vodka Tour
This tour is an organic farm and distillery experience.
Maui Brewing Company
Experience Maui with a guided tasting of their four flagship beers with a knowledgeable craft beer curator.
Maui Wine Tours
These wines are made from estate-grown grapes, pineapple, and raspberries.
Jazz Maui
Love Jazz Music? Check out Jazz Maui for island-wide live Jazz throughout the year.
Golf
Maui Nui Golf Course
Previously the Elleair Golf Course. They have a great ocean view from their “19th hole” and are across the street from The Maui Brewing Company – my preferred 19th hole for drinks and food. Pro Tip: If you are coming for an extended time, Maui Nui will negotiate a multi-day / tee time package.
Kapalua Golf Course
Take on the Plantation Course, home to the PGA Tour’s Tournament of Champions. There are two world class courses here, and a great restaurant too, so if you want to play you can also try the Bay Course. Their pro shop is always open so you can look like you played here even if you did not (with $500 + green fees, the golf shirt might be a better deal). If you do tee it up here, you’ll take on a course that tamed Tiger and many professional golfers.
The Kaanapali Resort
The Kaanapali resort area has a few courses. I find them to be the most crowded and not too scenic. You can see whales in season at the Wailea courses, and Maui Nui.
Public Courses Near Wailea
Some other courses near Wailea that I like are the Kahili Golf Course (on the foothills of the West Maui Mountain), The Dunes at Maui Lani, and an upcountry gem, the Pukalani Country (they have public rates.
Golf Club Rental
Personally, I bring my clubs with me when I travel. However, all of the resort courses will offer rental clubs. If you want to play with good clubs, check out the Maui Golf Shop in Kihei. They rent out new and used clubs at great rates.
Wailea Golf Courses
There are 3 great 18-hole courses. If you stay at Ekahi, make sure you ask for the “Wailea Resort” discount. The three courses here are the Gold and Emerald (both located at Gannon’s Restaurant) and the Blue (previously at Mulligans but now at Manoli’s above the Shops of Wailea). My order: Gold, Blue, Emerald.