Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
of
Kalaupapa.
Watch the sunset from
Papohaku Beach,
one of the state's longest most
deserted stretches of sand, or climb your way high into the mists of the
Moloka'i Forest
Reserve.
When to Go
Maui isn't postcard-perfect every day of the year. It might not have four distinct seasons,
but it definitely has two—summer and winter. During the
summer (May-October),
areas
such as Kapalua, Kahului, North Kihei, and Ka'anapali are prone to trade winds which
blow most afternoons. While Hana and Kapalua can see rain during the summer, Lahaina
and Kihei can go six straight months without a single drop.
During the
winter (November-April),
there can be plenty of rain. A winter day on
Maui can mean light breezes, sunny skies, and a high of 78°, but it can also mean cloudy
skies and rain. Experienced surfers will have the best chance of finding
big surf
in winter.
The
best, most affordable times
to travel to Maui are
January 15-30, April 15-June
5,
and
September 15-December 15.
Airfare is cheaper, occupancy rates are lower, and
many activities are discounted. The two busiest weeks of the year are over Christmas and
New Year's, and the two slowest weeks are the first two in December.
Whale season
runs
December 15-May 15, with peak whale-watching January 15-March 30. Visiting Maui
during May and September gives you the benefit of summer weather with
lower prices
and
fewer crowds.
Day 1
Given Hawai'i's time zone, you may wake up before dawn. Take advantage by catching
sunrise at Haleakala.
Allow two hours of travel from Ka'anapali or Wailea and plan to
arrive 30 minutes before sunrise. Spend an hour hiking into the crater. On your way down,
have breakfast at
Kula Lodge
or
La Provence.
Spend the rest of the day relaxing poolside.
