Maui — The Valley Island

Driving Tours
from Hawaii Travel Experts
  

Across the island, on Maui's idyllic eastern coast, is some of Hawaii's finest scenery. The drive to Hana is one of soaring vists, winding along the Pacific Ocean edge past black sand beaches, isolated fishing villages, old lava flows, lovely waterfalls, dense jungle growth and lush groves of mango and monkey pod trees.

On Maui's western shore are long, sweeping beaches of golden sand and secluded coves. Th eocean, extremely clear here, is ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving. The islands of Lanai and Molokai lie directly across the straits.

Sailing and deep-sea fishing charters are available in Lahaina. This fascinating town is Hawaii's old royal capital and much of it has been restored as it was a century ago, vividly depicting the days of native royalty, missionaries, and whaling men.

Maui's most spectacular sight is Mount Haleakala, with its enormous volcanic crater which could swallow Manhattan. Horse trails creep down the crater's steep sides and meander across its moonlike surface.

Mauians have a saying, "Maui no ka oi" or "Maui is the best!" After visiting the magic isle, you're sure to agree.