Road to Hana in Mercedes Van: Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

Embark on a luxurious Road to Hana tour in a Mercedes van, exploring waterfalls, black sand beaches, and enjoying a delicious lunch. Swim at stunning locations and learn about the rich cultural and historical significance of the area.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hana Highway - Road to Hana - Relax and let us pamper you as a VIP guest to show you the beauty on a road trip to magical Hana. On this exclusive full-day adventure designed for just 14 guests, you’ll enjoy the best banana bread you can get in Maui, refresh with a waterfall swim, stroll unique sand beaches and swim at the most famous black sand beach at the Wainapanapa State Park. During our expedition aboard a luxurious air-conditioned van, your driver will select a perfect lunch spot with a local Speciality. We serve a full lunch plate with Hawaiian juices and locally grown fruit.

If time allows, we will stop at fruit stands with fresh fruits and vegetables for you to buy.

  • Paia - Just four miles into your drive to Hāna from Kahului, you’ll discover the historic town of Pāʻia on Maui’s north coast. Divided into Lower Pāʻia and Pāʻia, this hospitable community was once a booming plantation town during the heyday of Maui’s sugar cane industry. Today Pāʻia is a town of colorful, rustic storefronts filled with local art galleries, one-of-a-kind shopping boutiques and restaurants.

  • Ho’okipa Beach Park - A perfect spot for a light breakfast when spotting local surfers and wild turtles and taking pictures of the famous Northshore coastline. Lavatories are available.

  • Twin Falls - is the first easily accessible string of waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana

  • Haipua’ena Falls - is a small waterfall and pool along Maui’s popular Road to Hana. Thanks to the unsigned trail and short hike over an often muddy path, the pool receives far less visitor traffic than the well-signed falls along the route.

  • Ke‘anae Point - The Ke’anae Peninsula was created from an immense lava flow originating from Haleakala Crater. Centuries ago Hawaiians brought soil down, by hand, from the mountains to create the Keanae Peninsula. Their amazing display of physical labor is a testament to how revered this land is in Hawaiian culture. It is no wonder so much history is found here!

  • Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread - In 1983, Aunty Sandy Hueu began to bake her famous banana bread in Keʻanae, Maui. In 2003, her daughter Tammy joined the business to create an authentic family owned and operated food stand on the Keʻanae peninsula. Since then, Aunty Sandy’s has become a must stop destination for hot, fresh baked banana bread.

  • Ching’s Pond - very photogenic spot to get photographed doing something life threatening

  • Keanae Lookout - The beautiful view from this lookout point really gives you a sense of what ancient Hawaii must have looked and felt like. It’s truly as though you received a glimpse back in time at untouched Maui.

  • Upper Waikani Falls - Upper Waikani Falls is often referred to as Three Bears, thanks to the three separate but parallel falls of differing lengths—with the third and smallest being the “baby bear” falls on the right.

  • Wailua Falls - Wailua Falls is so noticeable in fact, that it may be the most photographed waterfalls on Maui.

  • Hana Lava Tubes - are formed when massive flows cool on the surface forming an insulating conduit for the lava flowing underneath. During the creation of Maui’s volcanic landscape these served like the veins of the volcano, channeling lava for many miles underground before being deposited as new landmass (in this case, into the ocean.) After a volcano has been dormant for some time, these tubes usually begin to cave in and disappear under the forces of nature. Since much of the surface of Maui formed long ago, we have few lava tubes of significant size remaining; Ka’eleku Cave is the largest known accessible lava tube on Maui.

  • Hana Bay - located within Hana Bay is Hana Beach Park, which has a long black-sand beach and is the safest swimming beach along the East Maui coast. The bay is protected by a coral reef and harbored from big swells by its curved shape.

  • Waiʻānapanapa State Park - Waianapanapa is Maui’s famous Black Sand Beach. Cobalt blue Ocean surrounded by black sand and black lava rocks from a recent flow only 10,000 years ago. Go for a walk along the edge of the bay and check out the blue water or just sit under a nice shade tree. This location is a great place to spend an hour relaxing, taking in one of the islands most beautiful locales. Simply stated, Wai’anapanapa State Park is among the very best of the Road to Hana sites. It offers outstanding nearly 360-degree sweeping panoramic views. On land, the hills and valleys of green jungle give way to rugged and dramatic black basalt lava coastline. Out to sea, the deep blue ocean and white cresting waves are dramatically blasted into spray and mist as they pound against the jagged cliffs.

  • Pua’a Ka’a State Park - Pua’a Ka’a Falls (rolling pig) resides in the Pua’a Ka’a State Wayside Park, which made it one of the rare waterfalls on the Hana Highway. Swim at your own discretion and risk in the freshwater pools. Lavatories are available.

  • Wailua Valley State Wayside Park - Wailua Valley is an ahupuaʼa that sits just after the Keanae peninsula on the road to Hana. The area, though small, is rich in Hawaiian culture. It is here that an abundance of rare culturally significant fish and plant life can still be found. The area holds many ancient taro, or kalo, patches; a number of which are still in operation. In Hawaiian legend, taro is literally the older brother of all Hawaiians. And, so “Mahiʼaiʼana”, or cultivation of the land, is an ingrained principle that has endured for the people of Wailuanui.

  • Keanae Lookout - The beautiful view from this lookout point really gives you a sense of what ancient Hawaii must have looked and felt like. It’s truly as though you received a glimpse back in time at untouched Maui.

  • Honomanu - Right beyond Kaumahina State Wayside Park you’ll find a pullout that gives a good view of Honomanu Bay.

  • Kaumahina State Wayside Park - Beautiful views of the Keanae Peninsula, lavatories are available.

  • Eucalyptus Rainbow Trees - The unique rainbow tree reveals bright shades of green, blue, purple, orange and maroon, as patches of its bark shed throughout the year. Hawaii hosts many of these beautiful shrubs that can grow to an over-elming height of 200 feet! Many consider the rainbow eucalyptus the most beautiful tree on earth.

What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Pick-up/drop-off at majority of resorts in Lahaina or pick-up at the Kahului or Kihei Park’n ride
  • Live commentary on board
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Driver’s Gratuity (15-20% of Ticket price recommended)
  • No pickups in Napili-Honokowai, Kapalua, Kahana. You must meet us at Cannery mall 6:00am
  • No special diet available (raw, vegan, food allergies). You must bring your own food.
Additional Information

Pickups from major Maui hotels are included. Our service includes food and drink provision; enjoy freshly picked local fruit and a selection of deli sandwiches (ham, turkey, or veggie) at the stunning Wainapanapa state park.

We make stops for swimming opportunities at one of Hana’s waterfalls and the renowned Black sand beach. Bear in mind that swimming is optional and dependent on weather conditions.

Travel in comfort and style in our well-kept, luxurious, air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter vans, fitted with high-end, modern interiors.

Embark on a journey through the Road to Hana, a route that winds through miles of sharp turns and single-lane bridges, revealing a breathtaking backdrop of countless waterfalls, bamboo forests, and black sand beaches - a true tropical paradise.

Experience an unforgettable journey, receiving personal attention and ample space. Our highly trained, knowledgeable, and seasoned chauffeurs, who have been steering along the road to Hana for years, will be your guides. Their personal touch and depth of knowledge about our culture and history make the experience all the more enriching.

  • Please indicate your hotel in ‘Hotel Pickup’ at time of booking in the “special requirement” section
  • Write your lunch preference under special requirements - HAM or TURKEY or VEGGIE SANDWICHES. We DON’T offer any food alternatives. If you are on a special diet (raw, vegan, or have food allergies), you must bring your own food.
  • Provide your EMAIL address under special requirements
  • This tour is not confirmed until the operator calls you to confirm it and setup a pickup.
  • Please provide a proper contact phone number to confirm food orders and pickup arrangements. If resort phone is provided please provide room number in the “special requirement” section
  • Due to circumstances out of our control (closures, traffic, inclement weather, etc.), routing and times are subject to change.
Location
[P] Kahului Park & Ride
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Margie_h
Jul 14, 2024
Lava tube - Owen was an awesome tour guide! Most memorable was going in the lava tube at black sands beach. Had never done that and i once lived on Oahu Island for 3 1/2 years. I thought that stop was the best! Too bad they only allow tours an hour.
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Erva_s
Jun 26, 2024
Amazing - We loved the black sand beach and aunty's Sandy's banana bread. But our guide, Dom was amazing with his history and story telling. He was very knowledgeable about all things Maui. We had just enough time at each spot.
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857bhavyah
Jun 23, 2024
Best guided tour - Guide Quinn was really good, He made sure everyone is enjoying through out the journey. I would recommend to any one who is looking to take a relaxing guided tour
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Jill_l
Apr 17, 2024
Long day with beautiful scenery and a wonderful tour. - Quinn was a great driver and a great storyteller!! Gave a lot of interesting information about Hawaiian culture, history, language and landscape along the way! Long drive, but beautiful scenery and a wonderful tour.
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K8499ndmelissal
Mar 8, 2024
Excellent experience/tour - The trip was awesome. Eric our guide was very knowledgeable & made the trip very enjoyable. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Curt_w
Feb 25, 2024
1) Eric - was excellent.... - 1) Eric - was excellent. He is very well versed, as a guide, a driver, and extremely knowledgeable about the area and its history. 2) The Mercedes van - very comfortable with big windows to see the views. Good sandwiches too. 3) The Road to Hana - there were plenty of stops to rest(room), get snacks/souvenirs, and see the sites. I highly recommend this driver, the company itself, and the experience itself.
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Sandramh2658se
Jan 26, 2024
Road to Hana - a fantastic tour - I really enjoyed the Road to Hana trip. Quinn was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, but even more important, he was entertaining. A must-see if you visit Maui.
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Bradley_n
Jan 16, 2024
Our tour to Hana - My husband and I loved, loved this tour with Eric, our tour guide for several reasons. He was an excellent driver, was very polite to other drivers by letting them pass instead of being stuck behind a tour bus, went slow or stopped when there was a picture worthy site, was so nice to everyone, even when they were late to the bus. Eric talked about the history of so many things - people, the island of Maui, places, plants and trees and how they got here. I could go on and on but will conclude with saying I recommend Eric to everyone wanting a tour on Maui. He’s the best! *Thank you, Eric.*
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Julie_b
Jan 6, 2024
Eric was awesome. He was... - Eric was awesome. He was on time, professional and very knowledgable. The trip was organized efficiently but with enough time at all stops. Highly recommend doing the road to Hana this way. And especially with Eric!
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712shereek
Jul 26, 2024
Walk To Hana before you decide to tour with this Company. Safety is not there top priority, Dollar signs are! - Hello. According to Quinn Schroeder, the driver, the alternator and battery light illuminated the dash before the tour began and notified management, Due to proper precautions not being taken, the van we were in not only broke down, the air conditioning stopped working multiple times throughout the tour. The well being of the guests was not considered knowing that the route that was being taken would not allow for cell service or any type of assistance in the ten hour trek alongside a mountain. We were without AC for so long the 80 year old man on the bus was sweating profusely. The title of the tour states “luxury tour to Road to Hana” The vehicle we were in was very outdated and should have been replaced at the start of the tour to ensure the safety of all Guests on board. Submitting a refund in full was denied by Mark Weiner, the manager. > > Let me add that once broken down, we were taken dangerously from One van to the other in the middle of the road with barely any room to walk on a very hazardous busy roadway. He then threatened to charge us for eating and drinking on the van and not picking up after ourselves! Im sorry what were we supposed to do while broken down and having a heat stroke? Was I supposed to worry about pick up a bag of chips and water bottle while exiting the van into a dangerous roadway with my three children? Unacceptable. Do any other tour besides them, it is about dollar signs only and not our safety. They neglected to put all 14 guests into a safe vehicle for a 10 hour trek alongside a mountain that would not allow for cell service. Not worth it, you can do this tour without them. Very easy and you won't be on a time crunch. Let me add that they do not make many stops and when they do, it is for a few minutes. There lunches provided were gas station sandwiches only. >
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