Responsible travel
Visiting Maui with respect
Maui is open and welcoming visitors, but how you travel matters. A few things we keep in mind when planning trips there.
By ALKIKI · · 1 min read
Maui
Coastal drives, volcano sunrises and some of the best snorkelling in the islands.
- Couples
- Honeymooners
- Nature lovers
In this guide: The guide
Maui, our way
Maui is beautiful and still recovering from the 2023 wildfires. We plan Maui trips that support local businesses and follow the guidance of local communities about where and how to visit.
Give yourself time: the Road to Hāna is a full day, and Haleakalā deserves an early start.
Don't miss
Haleakalā
Sunrise or sunset above the clouds.
Molokini snorkelling
A crescent crater with crystal-clear water.
The Road to Hāna
Waterfalls, banana bread stands and black-sand beaches.
When to go
For Hawaiʻi, USA as a whole: April to May and September to October
- January: Good
- February: Good
- March: Good
- April: Our pick
- May: Our pick
- June: Good
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Our pick
- October: Our pick
- November: Good
- December: Good
Entry requirements
See the Hawaiʻi, USA guide for entry notes, official sources and the date we last checked them.
Entry, visa and legal information is general guidance only and may be out of date. Always check the official government source and, if needed, a qualified professional before you travel or book. Read the full disclaimer.
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Let's plan your time in Maui
Tell us who's travelling and what you love. We'll read every answer and, if we're a good fit, build your plan by hand.