Maui is the second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago after Hawaii (“Big Island”) and a popular holiday paradise. What there is to discover on Maui and where the most beautiful island beaches are – TRAVELBOOK has all the tips.
Maui is part of the US state of Hawaii and is the second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. The island, which bears the name of the Polynesian demigod Maui, is popular with bathers as well as surfers and windsurfers. On top of that, several sights also attract tourists.
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Popular attractions on Maui
Haleakala Volcano
The huge crater of the Haleakala volcano on the island of Maui is exactly 3055 meters high. The mountain is visible from almost anywhere on the island. You can drive up to the summit crater with a record-breaking circumference of 34 kilometers to enjoy a breathtaking panorama. For tourists, climbing the crater and visiting the associated national park are among the absolute highlights of their Hawaii vacation.
Road to Hana
On the north coast of the island of Maui, the approximately 80-kilometer-long Hawaii State Route 360 leads to the village of Hana. The so-called Road to Hana leads along the spectacular coastline and past a rainforest area that has been developed for tourists, the Koolau Forest Reservat. A total of 54 bridges have to be crossed. A must for holidaymakers who enjoy hiking are also waterfalls located near the road, such as the Waimoku Falls. At their foot, terraced pools were created for bathing.
Iao Valley
The higher Iao Valley is another tourist attraction on Maui. Along the Iao River it goes through the Kepaniwai Country Park with rest areas and pavilions. The monolith Iao Needle, for example, is also worth seeing there.
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Dream beaches and surfing areas on Maui
The coast of northern Maui is world-renowned for its surfing spots. Breathtaking surf and meter-high waves attract surfers from all over the world. Even just watching is an experience.
Tourists who want to vacation on tropical dream beaches, meanwhile, are drawn to the bays between Laihana and Kapalua in the north and between Kihei and Wailea on Maui’s south coast. Divers and snorkelers will also find ideal areas here. Dolphins, whales and giant sea turtles can be observed on an expedition to the nearby crater island of Molokini. Exclusive golf hotels and luxury apartments have been built here for a well-heeled clientele.
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Getting to Maui
Maui’s largest airport, Kahului, can be reached by direct flight from Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles or Atlanta. There is also a good connection to Honolulu International Airport on the neighboring island of O’ahu from two other small airports.
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