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Private Road to Hana Waterfalls, Black Sand & Hidden Gems

5.0 ★ · 92 reviews · from USD370

Private Road to Hana Waterfalls, Black Sand & Hidden Gems

This Road to Hana experience is all about having an easy, fun, and unforgettable day with a great guide you’ll actually enjoy spending time with. Instead of a crowded bus or a rushed schedule, this is a private tour where everyone can relax, take in the views, and go at a comfortable pace. You’ll have a knowledgeable local guide who knows the road inside and out—keeping things safe, smooth, and stress-free the whole way. Along the journey, you’ll hear local history, stories, and legends that bring Maui to life in a way you won’t get on a typical tour. We’ll explore waterfalls, scenic coastal spots, hidden gems, and local food stops—all while keeping the day flexible based on what you’re enjoying most. ✔ Private experience (no strangers)
 ✔ Safe, experienced local driver
 ✔ Flexible stops and relaxed pace
 ✔ Waterfalls, beaches & local favorites
 ✔ Photo help throughout the day At the end of the day, it should feel like you didn’t just take a tour—you explored Maui with a new friend!

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5.0 ★ · 92 reviews
  • Guide Kellen is named in nearly every review as knowledgeable, careful, and easy to spend a full day with on the Road to Hana route
  • Reviewers highlight waterfalls, beaches, and cultural/historical context shared throughout the day
  • Guests who considered self-driving say they were glad they booked a guided tour instead
  • No negative themes appear among the reviews used for this summary

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✓ Private transportation

✓ Bottled water

✓ Air-conditioned vehicle

✕ We stop for a delicous lunch in Hana town. Lunch and snacks will cost about $15-$30..00

✕ Guests can buy a alcoholic beverage in Hana at the Hana Hotel or the Hana Ranch Restaurant.

✕ Coffee and/or Tea

✕ Waiʻānapanapa State Park (Parking Fee) black sand beach

✕ Waiʻānapanapa State Park (Paid on site) black sand beach

1

15 min

Short jungle stroll through towering bamboo and a flowing stream. Quick immersive rainforest experience + photos.

2

drive-through viewing between stops

3

10 min

Scenic restroom + coastal overlook. Fast stretch stop with dramatic northeast shoreline views.

4

15 min

Jaw-dropping valley viewpoint with steep cliffs, jungle, and rugged black lava coastline. Photo-heavy stop.

5

25 min

Lava rock coastline, taro fields, and crashing surf. Cultural + scenic stop with room to walk and explore.

6

10 min

Quick panoramic overlook of layered jungle ridges and waterfalls deep in the valley.

7

45 min

Waterfall swim stop with pools, shade, and restroom access. One of the most refreshing breaks of the day.

8

45 min

Lunch stop. Fresh local food, smoothies, banana bread, fruit stands. Relaxed reset before east-side beaches.

9

20 min

Red sand coastline with dramatic surf and striking volcanic scenery. Photo stop + short walk

10

1 hr

Swim, relax, or just enjoy one of Maui’s most beautiful crescent beaches. This is your “linger” beach stop.

11

1 hr

Black sand beach, lava tubes, caves, and dramatic coastline. Bucket-list stop if reservations allow. (Black sand beach paid on site)

12

20 min

End-of-day turtle viewing and north shore surf culture. Calm, relaxing finish before heading back.

Meet at 1090 Ho’okele St, Kahului, HI, 96768 (Safeway Supermarket parking lot near the gas pumps). Look for the Local Maui Tours silver Honda Odyssey Van.