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MAUI (The Valley Island)     

Highlights

Tours and Activities

 MAUI LANDSCAPE:                                          

Maui is the second largest island in the Hawaiian Chain covering almost 720+ square miles.  The Valley Island of Maui has been voted the "Best Island in the World" according to the readers of Conde Nast Traveler, for the past seven (7) years and Travel & Leisure Magazine in 1999.  If there is one reason for Maui's enduring popularity it is it's diversity --
the island's uncanny ability to dazzle and soothe almost at the same time.

Maui attributes its name of the Valley Island to its two mountain ranges on the northern and southern sides of the island.  The West Maui Mountains is visible on the northern side of the island while on the southern side you will see the famous 10,000+ foot peak of Mount Haleakala. Most of the resorts on Maui are located on the southern and western coasts dotted with miles of white sand beaches.  Maui was originally two islands.   A flat, central isthmus-the "valley" connects the older West Maui Mountains to the eastern dormant volcano, Haleakala.  But into that space is packed long, sandy beaches, tropical rainforests, rolling green pasture lands, dryland forests, and spectacular rocky cliffs.

Maui is almost like seven islands in one, so incredibly diverse are its regions.  The sun-drenched savanna of the south.  The moon-like majesty of the Haleakala Crater, the world’s largest dormant volcano.  The waving fields of sugar cane in the fertile central valley.   The lush rain forests, waterfalls, taro farms, black sand beaches and blow holes on the long winding road to the "emerald" pastoral village everyone calls Heavenly Hana.  Yet with all this soothing beauty, for many visitors Maui is also about activities and challenges, and truly “going for it” every moment of their vacation.  You’ll have access to the natural wonders that soothe your soul and the heart pounding activities that take your breath away. 

The close proximity to Maui of the neighboring islands of Lana`i and Moloka`i, both a part of Maui County, gives the feeling of being sheltered by a large, relatively calm lake. There is a coziness about seeing another island off in the distance. One you can almost reach out and touch. On any given day, you can hop on a ferry, small plane or catamaran and
spend time snorkeling off one of Lana`i's beaches, or trekking the east end of Moloka`i with Hawaiian guides who are natives of the island.You can do this without ever having to go through the annoying process of packing and unpacking, or airports and check-in counters.

Maui's beaches are legend. Pristine and sheltered, especially on the leeward coasts, they have been lauded on top 10 lists for years. The beach fronting the Kapalua Bay Hotel is among the best. But you can't dismiss the stretch of white sand at Kaanapali, or the beaches of Kihei and the continuous coves at Wailea and Makena.

When Mark Twain visited the Valley Island of Maui in the 1800’s, he wrote, "I went to Maui to stay a week and remained five.  I never spent so pleasant a month before, or bade any place goodbye so regretfully.  I have not once thought of business or care or human toil or trouble or sorrow or weariness…and the memory of it will remain with me always."

 MAJOR ATTRACTIONS:

Haleakala National Park, Heavenly Road to Hana, Lahaina Town, Ho’okipa Beach, Maui Ocean Center, Iao Valley, Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum, Maui Tropical Plantation, Kahakuloa, Makawao & Upcountry Maui, Molokini Islet, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Maui Tropical Plantation, Pa’ia Surf Town, Honolua Bay, Baldwin Home Museum, Halekii Heiau, Kaahumanu Church, Kanaha Bird Sanctuary, Kealia Pond National Wildlife Preserve, Kapalua, Kaumahina Park, Oheo Stream (Seven Pools), Puaa Kaa Park, Tedeschi Winery, Wailua Lookout, Hui No'eau Arts Center, Garden of Eden Botanical Garden, Whalers Village Museum, Hale Hoikeike Museum, Kipahulu's Oheo Pools, Bailey House Museum, Ke’anae Aboretum & Wai’anapanapa State Park and Caves.

                                                                                            MAJOR ACTIVITIES:                                                        

Wedding & Honeymoons, Whale watching, Golfing, Tennis, Hiking, Camping, Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Snuba, Fishing, Sunset Cruise, Catamaran Rides, Wine tasting, Surfing, Spa Treatments, Sugar Cane Train, Rainforest Trek, Ocean Rafting, Underwater Submarine Ride, Relaxation, Shopping, Helicopter Rides, Mountain Biking & Bicycling, Bodysurfing, Swimming, Lahaina Art Nights, Fine Dining, Camping, Wind Surfing, Cultural Events, Sailing, Sightseeing, Parasailing, Horseback riding and Kayaking.     

 MAJOR RESORT AREAS:

Wailea, Kapalua, Kaanapali, Kahana, Lahaina and Kihei.

 WEATHER:

The Average daily high temperature during the summer months is around 85 degrees and during the winter months around 80 degrees.   As you travel upcountry toward Mt. Haleakala the average temperature can get into the low 40’s.  Nighttime in Maui can bring the average temperature down about 15 degrees.   As with all the Hawaiian Islands, the Trade winds keep the summer and winter month’s predominately cooler. 

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Maui Highlights   

•        Haleakala "House of the Sun" - Capture the unforgettable scenery at the world's largest extinct volcano.  Magnificent sunrise!  Sign up for a exhilarating bicycle ride down the slopes of this magnificent dormant volcano. 

•       Upcountry Maui - The cool slopes of Haleakala are flanked by vineyards, farms and ranches.  Away from the urban city life, the communities of Kula, Makawao and Ulupalakua offer a very different Maui experience.  Stop and smell the fragrances of nature as you drive higher in elevation. 

•       Road to Hana - Take the very panoramic and sometimes scary drive and enjoy a “dip” in the Seven Sacred Pools and Wailua Falls.  This ocean hugging jungle drive passes lookouts, trails, wayward parks and waterfalls.  Twin falls is a popular four mile hike that starts at a turnoff just before Hoolawa Bridge.

•     Haikamoi ridge Nature walk- located about six miles past Twin falls, the beginning of this trail is marked by a parking area to the right of the highway.  The walk is about two miles round trip and past natural flora and fauna that includes guava, mahogany, tree ferns, flowers and other rainforest plants.

•       Ohe'o Stream -  (Seven pools) is truly a photographer's paradise, it is said that in these crystal pools, the mother of Maui, the demigod, used to wash and bleach her tapa-cloth.

•       Hike into the subterranean passages of the Ka’eleku Caves , the world’s 18^th largest volcano tube.  You will be amazed by what you see of the incredible lava formations and beautiful colors as you follow this ancient river of lava.    

•         Iao Needle -Take a drive and visit this enchantingly tranquil park once  the site of a bloody battle in 1790 when Kamehameha conquered Maui, in the famed battle of Kepaniwai. This cool, green amphitheater staged is home to numerous attractions; the Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens, Hawaii Nature Center's Interactive Nature Museum, Iao Valley State Park and the nearby Bailey House Museum and steeple-topped landmark Kaahumanu Church.

•       Scuba Diving – Maui has some of the best world-class diving spots in the World.   The best beaches for diving are from Kihei to Makena,Olowalu to Lahaina and Napili Bay.  Beginners and intermediate divers can tackle the more  the more tamer waters of Black Rock, Kamaole Sands II & III, Wainapanapa State park, Wailea, Ulua, Polo and Honolua Bay.  More experienced divers can enjoy the undersea caves at Nahuna and Lanai.  Lanai is accessible via catamaran or open sea boats take will take around 1 hour to reach this secluded island.  Lanai is home to some unreal diving spots like Shark fin Rock, Turtle Haven, Sargent Major, Lave Tubes and Cathedrals I & II. 

•       Kaanapali Beach- Has been voted a Top 10 Beach in the U.S. with over three miles of golden sand is great for people watching.  Just north of Lahaina, this Beach is home to a resort area with championship golf, tennis, beautiful hotels, shopping, restaurants, nightlife and a whaling museum.

•         Explore the hidden sea caves of Maui along the remote coast of Kanaio Coast.   Visit secret caves and coves and snorkel in crystal clear waters with tropical fishes, dolphins and beautiful coral formations.

•       Kapalua Resort - Visit the luxurious resort area on the northwest coast of Maui.  Known for its world renowned golf courses.

•       Whale Watching at Maui’s top shoreline of McGregor Point.  Whales can be seen during the months of November to the middle of May.

•       Lahaina - Visit this historic Whaling Port known as the heart of Maui.   Step back in time to the days of sea captains, royalty and missionaries on a historic walking Tour.  Art lovers can enjoy the dozens of galleries.  Eating places and nightlife are plentiful and you can't do any better than a sunset dinner or cocktail overlooking the island of Lanai.  

•      Tedeschi Winery - Hawaii's only winery.  Taste its light pineapple wine, a forerunner to the production of grape wine from vineyards on the slopes of Haleakala.

•       Molokini Island – Is a bird sanctuary three miles off the coast of Lahaina formed by a crescent shaped remnants of a volcano with spectacular diving.   The water ranges in depth between 10 – 50 feet with visibility stretching sometimes as deep as 150 feet.  It is a marine sanctuary with unreal coral and fish formations.  This crater is a natural formation to multiple dive sites like the black wall, Reef’s end, Taco Flats, Mid-reef and enenue.  You can visit this incredible island via many of the multiple boats and catamarans that offer diving equipment, fresh showers, on-board bathroom facilities,food and beverages too.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

•       Wailea, Makena & Kihei- Swim on the luxurious, tranquil beaches of  of the sunny south side of Maui that has some of the best beaches in the World.  Walk through the luxurious resorts of Wailea, visit the secluded beaches of Makena and dine at an oceanfront setting in Kihei.  

•      Paia - Take a slow stroll and visit this small surfing town, enjoy the sites of world class windsurfing at the world famous Hookipa Beach.  This tiny town has a mix of boutiques, water activity vendors and eateries. 

•      Grab a Hawaiian plate lunch and sample what the locals call the best "grindz" (food) around.

•      Play Golf - Enjoy one of 15 championship golf courses on the island of Maui.  The PGA Tours makes a stop at the world famous Kapalua Plantation course while the Senior PGA Tours end their season at the Kaanapali course.  Well know for challenging golf courses with spectacular views, golfing in Maui is truly a golfer’s dream come true. 

•        Kaiwaloa Heiau.  There are eerie legends about spirits that walked from this heiau at night, and about daring humans who followed them and were never seen again.

•        Definitely have dinner at Mama’s Fish House just past the the town of Paia and enjoy the romantic setting on the beach.

•      Maui Ocean Center – This unique aquarium is the largest in the state of Hawaii covering over three acres and 40 plus aquarium exhibits.  Located in Maalaea, this unique center has a walk-through tunnel, interactive Whale Discovery Center, Turtle Lagoon living reef exhibits and a fun learning arcade.  Have lunch or dinner at the Seascape Restaurant right next door, that offers oceanview dining after your aquarium excursion.

•    Get wet in a waterfall that most visitors don't know much about.  Drive past Oheo Gulch 15 minutes toward Kipahulu on Hwy. 31.  The road goes down a hill to a bridge that carved with the words "Alelele."  From there, hike inland 15 minutes to the falls on a trail that crosses a stream; Alelele Falls is just ahead.  Do be aware of falling objects.

Maui Tours & Activities                                                                           

Old Lahaina Luau - "BEST LUAU. Five-time winner!  Old Lahaina Luau danced the hula past the other contenders. Guests relax oceanfront under stately palms with views of boats and neighboring islands as a backdrop. Tiki torches light the way, thatched roofs take one back in time, and you may even sit on the grounds on mats for traditional luau dining.The Old Lahaina Luau takes great pride in presenting an authentic evening of traditional Hawaiian food, music, dance and crafts. The evening reflects taste, tradition, and the rich culture and history of the Hawaiian islands. " Best of Maui

$90 per person, children prices at lower rate

Aston 2 for one Luau -   "Drums of the Pacific"  Hyatt Maui hotel.  The sound of the conch, the beating of drums and the echoes of the Hawaiian chant signal the start of Maui's hottest luau! Witness the exotic songs and dances of Tahiti, Fiji, New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga, Rarotonga and Hawaii. Watch the sunset over world-famous Ka'anapali Beach as native Hawaiian crafts are demonstrated and the imu is unearthed. This Luau is offered at a two for one price when staying at any Aston property booked through Hawaii Five 0 Travel. 

$85 per person 

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Escorted Tours From All Hotels (Except Hana):
Iao Valley and Lahaina
6 Hours
By motorcoach or minibus, tour Heritage Gardens, then on to Iao Valley and Iao Needle. Tour of Lahaina Town with a stop for lunch (lunch not included in package)
$61.00 (per person, including tax)

Haleakala Crater                                                                              

Bike Down haleakala Crater-    To the sea of Maui - guided and self tours available. 

Experience the journey with Mountain Riders 38 mile bike ride from the summit of Haleakala to the sea of Maui, Hawaii.
$125 per person including taxes
 

Cruises                                         

Maui's finest Cruises- Maui Princess... Molokai Princess.... Lahaina Princess.... Island Princess. Experts for:   Whale Watching, Snorkeling & Scuba, Sunset Dinner Cruises, Interisland Cruises, Incentive & private charters, Exclusive charters, Weddings.

Paragon Sailing Charters - We are proud to introduce you to Maui's newest, fastest, high performance sailing catamaran. Launched in late 1993, PARAGON features new construction techniques and hull design paired with a state-of-the-art rotating carbon fiber mast. This mast technology was used by the America's Cup winning catamaran, Stars and Stripes, and results in PARAGON's ability to achieve incredible speeds while ensuring your safety and comfort.

Molokini & Turtle town morning snorkel

Aboard a 65-foot, 149 passenger maxi catamaran.  Includes continental breakfast, grilled lunch & beverages.

snorkel equipment provided

$88.00 per person including tax

Sunset Cocktail Cruise
2 Hours

Cruise along the pali Coastline aboard a 149 passenger maxi catamaran while watching for whales (seasonal)

and listening to live hawaiian, contemporary music.  PuPu platters & beverages served throughout the charter

$48.00 (per person, including tax)

Helicopter Tours:                              
                                                        

Hana Haleakala                                                          

45 Minutes
Generous views of Haleakala's magnificent crater.  Travel through remote areas and view Hana town, the Seven Pools, coastline waterfalls and world famous Honokohau falls and more
$275.00 (per person, including tax)

Circle Island Special

60-65 minutes

Explore Maui in its entirety.  Excellent views of Haleakala crater, seven pools, hana rain forest, honokohau falls and more

$275.00 per person including tax

Diving/Snorkeling Tours:                                 

Turtle Reef Divers, Scuba Diving   An unforgettable experience. Dives are available from boat, beach, scooter, enchanting night dives and also for persons who have never dove before. Maui offers a full variety of reefs to scuba dive from that supply.

loads of Marine Life to the never ending bottom topography that is only available here in Hawaii.

Whale Watching - Whale Watch Cruise (December 15-March 31) 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.   Take this unforgettable cruise off Ma`alaea Bay to search for the majestic   Humpback Whale. Whale sightings are guaranteed!

Beginners two tank dive  Includes instruction, equipment, pool session, and guided boat dive.
$137.00 (per person, including tax)

Two tank dive to Molokini or Lanai

1/2 day, equip & Snacks

$127 per person including tax

Certified divers only! Four tank dive
full day to lanai or molokini and turtle reef (continental breakfast, snacks)
$189.00 (per person, including tax)
We have even more dive options -- Please ask us for details!

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