Best time to visit
With an affectionate nickname, The Valley Isle, Maui is a Hawaiian paradise with gorgeous landscapes of golden beaches, rainforests, and towering waterfalls. The high season reaches its peak during the summer when families enjoy their stay at local resorts. Although temperatures reach upwards of 90°F (32°C) and hotel prices skyrocket to keep up with the demand, the ocean waters are the calmest this time of the year. If you're traveling with children, summer is perfect for their first swim.
Otherwise, the best time to visit Maui is during the shoulder seasons of spring, from April through May, and fall, from September through October. The temperatures slightly drop to 75-85°F (24°C to 29°C), but the weather is still sunny until the start of the rainy season in November. During these months, the island also hosts numerous events, and the conditions are perfect for a Road to Hana hike. Hotels also often offer discounted rates.
From December through March, Maui sees an influx of surfers wanting to catch the island's impressive winter swells, which are at their peak during this season. This time of year also brings visitors for whale-watching as humpback whales migrate to Maui's warm waters, making it one of Maui's busiest seasons.
36 things to do in Maui, HI
Whale Watching in Hawaii
A spectacular and moving show of whales with their calves cresting and breaching around your boat
Lahaina Noon
An interesting solar position can be observed in various locations
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing
Hawaii is one of the few places in the world where you can still catch a 50 kg yellowfin tuna
Avocado
Even though avocado is not native to Hawaii, it's widely used in modern Hawaiian cuisine
Torch Lighting and Cliff Diving
A romantic and touching experience on Maui Island, unique to Hawaii
Apple Bananas
Forget your supermarket bananas. Taste Hawaiian apple bananas for the first time
Surinam Cherry
It doesn't look like a cherry at all, but the sour taste is somewhat close to one
Maui Film Festival
Watching a movie right on the beach under a starry tropical sky is a great festival experience
Ziplining
America's first zipline appeared in Hawaii and the activity still remains one of the major attractions on the islands
Soursop
This strange looking fruit is great for smoothies
Birdwatching
Hawaii is home to a number of rare birds and a great number of seabirds
Luau Party
A trip to Hawaii isn't complete without a traditional Hawaiian party
Plumeria Blossom
Plumeria flowers have become a symbol of Hawaii. Don't miss their beautiful bloom season
Turtle Town in Maui
A beautiful snorkel location with friendly Hawaiian sea turtles and a variety of colorful tropical fish
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
Explore picturesque lagoons, tunnels, reefs, and underwater canyons of the Hawaiian Islands
Jacaranda Tree Blooming
A beautiful spectacle of Jacaranda trees blooming along the Haleakala slopes on Maui
Ohi'a'ai or Mountain Apples
Try these exotic Hawaiian fruits which are absolutely delicious
Haleakala Sunrise and Sunset
A magnificent sunrise and sunset at Haleakala summit among volcanic scenery will leave you breathless
Cherry Blossom
Japanese brought the cherry trees to Hawaii along with hanami tradition
May Day (Lei Day)
Lei is not just an accessory. This element of Hawaiian culture even has its own holiday
Memorial Day Weekend
Flower shower, floating lanterns, and other events to commemorate fallen heroes
Hawaii 4th of July Fireworks & Events
Fireworks and celebrations all over Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
A real Mecca for kitesurfers and windsurfers where surfing is a way of life
Whale Watching
Up-close look at magnificent humpback whales and their natural habitat
Hiking
It feels like Hawaii exists to impress visitors with stunning views of bamboo forests, coastal trails, and volcanic areas
Stargazing
Hawaii features plenty of breathtaking spots, with the sky filled with trillions of stars
