Embark on Maui’s ultimate adventure with the Reverse Road to Hana Tour. Discover hidden gems, waterfalls, and scenic views with Shaka Guide’s top-rated app.
Embark on Maui’s ultimate adventure with the Reverse Road to Hana Tour. Discover hidden gems, waterfalls, and scenic views with Shaka Guide’s top-rated app.
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Sea Arch - Start your day with a breathtaking scenic site and geological marvel! As you travel along this country road, you’ll soon notice a rock formation in the ocean.
This sea arch was formed by an ancient lava flow, with the ocean’s relentless waves carving out a hole. - Huakini Bay - Next, visit Huakini Beach. After a short walk to the…
- Sea Arch - Start your day with a breathtaking scenic site and geological marvel! As you travel along this country road, you’ll soon notice a rock formation in the ocean.
This sea arch was formed by an ancient lava flow, with the ocean’s relentless waves carving out a hole.
- Huakini Bay - Next, visit Huakini Beach. After a short walk to the shore, you’ll find this beach covered with rocks.
Although you won’t feel sand between your toes, pause and listen as the waves crash onto these rocks.
You’ll hear a loud rumbling if the conditions are right.
- Nuu Bay - This is the first of many stunning views on the tour! From this windy spot, you can see Nu’u Bay and Mount Haleakala.
- Alelele Falls - Alelele Falls is one of nine waterfalls you’ll visit on your adventure today! Visiting the falls requires a short hike that crosses a stream, but it’s quite accessible.
- Charles Lindbergh’s Grave - Just before Haleakala, in a remote graveyard, lies the final resting place of Charles Lindbergh, the famous aviator known for being the first to fly nonstop across the Atlantic from New York to Paris.
- Ohe’o Gulch - This is by far one of the most popular stops on the Road to Hana.
‘Ohe’o Gulch, also known as Pools of ‘Ohe’o and Seven Sacred Pools, is a series of cascading waterfalls leading to pristine rock pools.
This is the perfect place to spend some time, especially since you’ll arrive before the crowds.
- Pipiwai Trail - While at Haleakala National Park at Kipahulu, it’s highly recommended to check out the Pipiwai Trail. This 3.5-mile rainforest trail offers beautiful views of two waterfalls and a bamboo forest.
The hike is rated moderate and takes about 2 hours to complete.
- Wailua Falls - As you’re driving, look out for Wailua Falls along the road. It’s a breathtaking, 80-foot waterfall. The best view is from the left of the bridge.
Be mindful of other drivers on the road as you keep an eye out.
- Hamoa Beach - Want to sit back and relax for a bit? This is a perfect family beach because of the protected cove and the large sandy area.
If the waves aren’t too strong, there is some pretty decent snorkeling on the far left side of the cove.
- Koki Beach - Koki Beach is another great spot to unwind. One interesting feature of this spot is the large hill beside it.
Hawaiians have a name for this spot – it’s called Ka Iwi o Pele, which means “the bones of Pele.”
This hill is a cinder cone that erupted lava just before Mount Haleakala went dormant.
- Hasegawa’s General Store - This general store has been owned and operated by the same family since 1910. It has everything from snacks to souvenirs. It’s a great place to stop to pick up food and drinks for the road.
Note the only gas station in Hana is next door to the general store. This is a good spot to fill the tank for the road ahead.
- Hana - It’s recommended to grab a bite to eat here in Hana. There are plenty of options to choose from.
- Black Sand Beach - Visit one of Maui’s only black-sand beaches. Created when hot lava shattered in contact with the ocean, this beach is unlike any others on the Road to Hana.
- Kahanu Garden - Kahanu Garden is a National Tropical Botanical Garden outside of Hana featuring native plants of value to Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.
- Makapipi Falls - Makapipi Falls is one of the most interesting falls on the tour. Not only does the highway cross over the cascades, but the water flows from a lava streambed into a beautiful pool below.
- Hana Lava Tube - This cave was formed when hot lava from an eruption cooled and hardened on the exterior, while it continued flowing in the inner core.
After the lava drained out, the hardened exterior shell remained, forming a cave.
- Waikani Falls - Waikani Falls is actually a series of three waterfalls, also known by its nickname – the Three Bears Falls.
The falls likely got this nickname because the three falls have varying heights: short, medium, and tall, just like the family of bears in the children’s story Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
- Wailua Valley State Wayside Park - Wailua Valley State Wayside offers an excellent view of little Wailua Town and a famous church called the “Coral Miracle Church.”
From the overlook, you can also see the Haleakala Volcano behind you.
You may even get lucky and see a waterfall or two cascading down in the distance.
- Halfway to Hana - Looking to grab a snack for the road? Stop at Halfway to Hana Food Stand.
This snack shop also has fresh banana bread, shave ice, lunch items like burgers and sandwiches, and small bites like fruits and chips.
- Ke‘anae Valley - Pull over for an amazing overlook of the Ke’anae Peninsula. You will see a large shoulder on the right that provides a great bird’s-eye view of the peninsula.
- Ke‘anae Peninsula - The Ke’anae Peninsula is a short detour off of Hana Highway, but it’s well worth the time for its stunning views of the ocean ripping through jagged lava rock.
There are also public restrooms by the softball field at Ke’anae Park.
- Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread - Aunty Sandy’s serves up warm loaves of banana bread that are made fresh daily. It’s highly recommended to stop for a bite.
- Ke’anae Arboretum - Perhaps you’ve heard of the rainbow eucalyptus trees on the Road to Hana? If you’re hoping to see these colorful trees up close, here’s the spot!
And even better, the Ke’anae Arboretum is free and open to the public.
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Nua‘ailua Bay Lookout - Pull over to view sheer cliffs and crashing surf at Nua’ailua Bay.
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Honomanū Bay - Park in the pullout for a view of Honomanu Bay.
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Kaumahina State Wayside Park - This scenic rest stop offers a nice view of the Ke’anae Peninsula and is a great place to stretch your legs.
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Garden of Eden Arboretum & Botanical Garden - The Garden of Eden is a family-friendly spot with a variety of exotic plants from tropical rainforests throughout the world.
While you’re there, you’ll see stunning coastal views and catch a glimpse of the Keopuka Rock, which was featured in the opening scene of Jurassic Park.
- Waikamoi Ridge Trail - This family-friendly trail is a short, three-quarter-mile loop that takes you through a forest of giant eucalyptus and mahogany trees.
- Twin Falls Maui - Unbeknownst to most, there are actually three different falls in the area – Twin Falls, the most easily accessible, and Rope Swing and Caves.
- Pe’ahi Jaws Surf Break - During the months between December and March, when the wind and ocean conditions are just right, Jaws can produce waves as high as 70 feet!
There are many big wave competitions held here every year that attract the best surfers from around the world.
- Ho’okipa Beach Park - The consistent strong winds and good waves here make Ho’okipa a world-famous beach for windsurfing and kite surfing.
You can stop here briefly to check out the surfers and watch the sunset!
- Paia - You’ve made it! You’ve conquered the Road to Hana! Now that you’re in Pa’ia, it’s suggested to unwind with dinner at one of this seaside town’s quaint restaurants.

- Take the tour when you want
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- Tour Start is Customizable
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
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- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Take the tour when you want
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Parking fees
- Attraction entrance fees
- Meals
- Car rental
- Crowded tour bus
- Parking fees
- Attraction entrance fees
- Meals
- Car rental
- Crowded tour bus
The Road to Hana is the ultimate adventure in Maui and this “Reverse” Tour is the most adventurous option available!
You’ll start your excursion on the rarely explored back side of Hana making your way to waterfalls, hikes and scenic viewpoints.
Why choose the “Reverse” Tour? You’ll visit some of the most popular spots first!
This audio tour uses GPS to…
The Road to Hana is the ultimate adventure in Maui and this “Reverse” Tour is the most adventurous option available!
You’ll start your excursion on the rarely explored back side of Hana making your way to waterfalls, hikes and scenic viewpoints.
Why choose the “Reverse” Tour? You’ll visit some of the most popular spots first!
This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots along Hana Highway with the freedom to explore on your own terms.
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- Important Notice: Due to a road closure affecting the tour route, this tour is only available on weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
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