Explore Maui: Hana Highway Drive and Waterfalls Hike

Maui, United States of America

Explore lush wildlife and climb past thundering waterfalls in Hawaii’s Maui Valley on a waterfalls and rainforest hike on a day trip that includes a drive down Hana Highway. Devote a full day to discovering Maui’s bamboo rainforest and towering cascades after driving the famous Hana Highway. Guides will lead you through the abundant greenery, and the included snacks and/or lunch will keep energy levels high as you uncover Hawaii’s wild side.

Meet in central Maui for the 2.5-hour drive down the famous Hana Highway, a scenic stretch of coastal road along the island’s east shore that crosses more than 50 bridges. During your trip, you’ll loop around eastern Maui to the trailhead, where you begin your full-day hike through Maui’s ultimate waterfall wonderland, an area that is still described as “old Hawaii.”

On a 4.5-mile excursion deep into Maui’s national park, you’ll adventure past a network of waterways and cascading waterfalls referred to as the “Seven Sacred Pools” due to its otherworldly beauty. Climb trails that cut through acres of towering bamboo and rich vegetation, and discover multiple waterfalls tucked deep into the forest, some measuring more than 400 feet (122 meters).

Halfway through the day, stop for a lunch of your choice of a ham, turkey, or peanut butter and jelly sandwich, or a veggie burger. Other snacks such as fresh island fruit, chips, cookies and water provided along the way will keep your energy up. After returning to the trailhead, you’ll circle one last time in a van around eastern Maui before ending your day-long journey into Hawaii’s untamed wilderness back in central Maui.