Shaka Guide Maui "Classic" Road to Hana Audio Driving Tour Discount Tickets

Overview

Embark on Maui’s most iconic coastal adventure with this self-guided driving audio tour. Journey along the legendary Hana Highway, winding through lush rainforests, past cascading waterfalls, black and white sand beaches, and dramatic ocean cliffs, all while listening to immersive stories that bring the island’s history and culture to life. Enjoy total flexibility: start anytime, pause for hikes, swim in natural pools, or stop for fresh banana bread along the way. With offline GPS navigation, insider tips, and lifetime access, you can explore both famous sights and hidden gems without crowded buses or tight schedules. Highlights include Twin Falls, Waiʻanapanapa Black Sand Beach, Hana Town, O‘he‘o Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools), and countless scenic lookouts along this breathtaking route. Simply download the tour, hop in your car, and experience one of Maui’s most unforgettable drives at your own pace.

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

Car rental

Crowded tour bus

Meals & Refreshment

Cancellation Policy

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Start the tour in Kahului near the airport and end in Kipahulu (Haleakala National Park - past Hana). The tour then guides you back to Pa'ia Town (near the airport) the same way you came with even more stories to keep you entertained on the way back.

If you’re staying in West Maui in the resort towns of Ka'anapali or Lahaina, plan to spend 45 minutes driving to the start of the tour in Kahului.

Parking at Twin Falls is limited, and there is a $10 per vehicle parking fee. There is no parking or walking allowed along the road. So if the lot is full, you can try again another time or come back another day.

If you visited Haleakala summit within the past three days, you can show your receipt to enter for free.

IMPORTANT: Reservations are required to visit Wai'anapanapa State Park (black sand beach). Book up to 30 days in advance, no same-day reservations are allowed,.

Hana Lava Tube and Garden of Eden close at 4 pm and Kahanu Garden closes at 3 pm. (They all have entrance fees.)

There are many stops on the Road to Hana that you SHOULDN’T make. These might be dangerous or on private property. We recommend you stick to the itinerary we’ve laid out.

Proper etiquette on the Road to Hana is extremely important. Remember, there are locals who must take this road every day.

This tour has one stop on the way back. Other than that, the return trip is all stories and music so you can focus on the drive, especially if it’s getting dark. The return drive will take about 3 hours back to the start.

Some places are cash only, so be sure to bring cash

As of April 2026, Hana Lava Tube is closed until further notice.

Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.

The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.

Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.

Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device

Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting