Maui Travel Guide

On this episode of Hawaii’s Best, Bryan catches up with co-founder and CEO of Shaka Guide, Andrew Fowers, and this time it’s all about Maui. Get Episode Show Notes Here:  --> hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode61 <-- Andrew gives us a comprehensive Maui travel guide along with some interesting history, and well-informed tips for visitors.Maui is the second-largest Hawaiian island, and it's nicknamed the “Valley Isle” because it has a large isthmus separating its northwestern and southeastern volcanic masses.West Maui contains resort areas like Kaanapali, Kapalua, and Lahaina. You can see a lot of whales from all of the beautiful beaches from November - March-ish.Upcountry is wetter and greener than West Maui. You can tour Protea Gardens, Kula Country Farms, or the Maui winery where you can taste pineapple wine. Andrew highly recommends checking out the Kula Botanical Garden.Up the mountain, you’ll find Haleakala - you can drive up some switchbacks and view some amazing spots of the crater and the whole valley. The crater is about the size of Manhattan Island, and in the Shaka Guide Tour Andrew recommends a few specific viewpoints along the drive. The legend of Haleakala is that this is where the demigod Maui lassoed the sun. (If you visit during sunrise hours, make sure you make a reservation with the National Park).The eastern side is most famous for the road to Hana, a skinny highway with lots of bridges and amazing views. People like to check out Twin Falls, Black Sand Beach (which requires a reservation), and of course Hana Town. Past Hana Town, you can find the Seven Sacred Falls.Make sure to check out Shaka Guide’s Circle Island tour for the best way to get the most out of your trip to Maui!EPISODE RESOURCESThe Ultimate Maui Travel Guide by Shaka GuideDownload the Maui Guide AppTRAVEL PONO (Responsibly)Pono Pledge WebsiteSupport the showSelf-Guided Island Tours Change the way you see HawaiiHungry Root Meal Service (30% off first order)Personalized meal and grocery service straight to your door.Support the Show Buy me a coffee Travel with Aloha Pono Pledge Traveling to Hawaii Responsibly Connect Send us your Hawaii questions Instagram Facebook Travel Group Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Music, Ukulele and Chill, by Coby G (used with permission)Music, Aloha Friday, by Clay D (used with permission)