Ultimate Self-Driving Audio Tour of Road to Hana, Maui Discount Tickets

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Overview

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore the Hana Highway, Maui’s top attraction, with this self-guided audio tour! The 65-mile scenic road will take you past some of Hawaii’s most beautiful sights and this accompanying audio tour will point out the very best that Maui has to offer as you drive. As you drive, admire grand waterfalls, pristine beaches, and thundering waves. Learn about Hawaii’s legends, history, and industry. Enjoy lush vistas, sugarcane fields, and awe-inspiring beauty…. all while you’re driving! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Start on Route 32 near 216 W Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului. Head west on Route 32, with Maui College on your right as you drive. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio starts automatically—check email/text for setup, download on a strong internet.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

French-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Paia
Pa'ia is a weird, wild town full of bohemians of all stripes. You'll know you've arrive when you see a sign saying "Do Not Feed the Hippies" followed by streets full of all sorts of colorful characters. Country legend Willie Nelson even owns a house here! Note: The tour is over 70+ miles long, with more than 60+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Ho'okipa Beach Park
The first beach you'll see is the pristine Ho-okipa Beach, a spacious state park & surfing spot complete with picnic areas & pavilions.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Road To Hana Mile Marker Zero (Route 360)
As you pass Mile Marker Zero and officially start your journey along the Road to Hana, you'll hear lots of history about this road, including how it began as a footpath in the 1400s!
4. Twin Falls Maui
The first waterfall you'll encounter is actually two waterfalls, aptly named Twin Falls. Make a quick stop here for some great views and great photos.
5. Waikamoi Ridge Trail
Looking to hike Maui's lush jungles? Look no further than the Waikamoi Ridge Trail, offering some stupendous scenery.
6. Garden of Eden Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Continuing on, you'll arrive at the Garden of Eden Arboretum, home to over 700 species of plants, including some donated by former Beatle George Harrison!
7. Kaumahina State Wayside Park
Don't miss Kaumahina State Park, up next. This picturesque stretch of coastline is perfect for a picnic or a few shots few your Instagram.
8. Honomanu
Those looking for a more secluded stretch of shore will want to stop and Honomanu Bay, a black pebble beach where you're all but guaranteed to find some serenity.
9. Nuaailua Bay
As you drive, you'll come next to Nua'ailua Viewpoint, offering some great views of the more rugged, rocky parts of Maui's coastline.
Duration: 5 mins
10. Ke'anae Arboretum
Can't get enough of Maui's wild flora? Check out the Ke'anae Arboretum, up next. Once a peninsula of jagged black rock, this has now become one of the greenest places on the island!
11. Ching's Pond
The more adventurous sorts might want to pause at Ching's Pond, a popular cliff-jumping spot, and take a daring dive into the clear blue water. Just exercise plenty of caution if you do!
12. Wailua Valley State Wayside Park
The next overlook you'll find is Wailua Valley Lookout, offering views of some of the most remote parts of this island. If you love the jungle scenery, this is a must!
13. Upper Waikani Falls
A trio of waterfalls await you next, all of which merge into a single tremendous waterfall during the wet season.
14. Pua'a Ka'a State Park
Continuing on, you'll arrive at Pua'a Ka'a State Park, home to some unexpected Hawaiian critters: mongooses! Here, you'll learn about how these creatures ended up on the island and what they mean for the native wildlife today.
15. Nahiku Viewpoint
Nahiku Viewpoint is next, offering some of the best ocean views on the entire island. This is also right near the former home of George Harrison!
16. Nahiku Marketplace
Looking to pick up a souvenir or a snack? You'll find it next at the Nahiku Marketplace, a quaint little market with anything you might be looking for.
17. Kahanu Garden, National Tropical Botanical Garden
The next botanical garden, Kahanu Garden, isn't just about plants, but also contains some truly special history. Here, you can find an ancient Hawaiian temple called a Heiau!
18. Wai'anapanapa State Park
Next, you'll arrive at Waiinapanapa State Park, where you'll find one of Hawaii's famous black sand beaches. If you've never seen a volcanic beach before, it's a seriously incredible sight, so make sure you don't miss out on this stop!
19. Hana Bay Beach Park
You'll arrive next at Hana Bay, a buzzing beach with BBQs, kayaks, and plenty of crystal clear water to enjoy a swim in.
20. Koki Beach Park
Up next is another unusual beach: Koki Beach. This red sand beach is sure to catch anyone's eye, so make sure to grab a few photos before you go!
21. Hamoa Beach
The next beach on the tour is Hamoa Beach, where Oprah owns around 200 acres of land!
22. Venus Pool (Waioka Pond)
Up next is a hike to Waioka Pond, also referred to as "Venus Pool." This beautiful, secluded pool isn't just picture-perfect... it's also a fantastic spot for amateur cliff-jumping!
23. Wailua Falls
Those looking for a really impressive waterfall will find it at Wailua Falls. These falls are about 200 feet tall and simply must be seen to be believed.
24. Haleakalā National Park
Want a commanding view of just about the entire island? Take a trip into Haleakala National Park! This park sits atop an immense volcano, the peak of which stretches a staggering 10,000 feet above sea level!
25. Pipiwai Trail
The Pipiwai Trail, up next, features waterfalls, an incredible bamboo forest, and lush jungle scenery. Put simply, it's one of the best hikes on the whole island.
26. Kīpahulu Visitor Center
Finally, you'll arrive at the Kipahulu Visitor Center. The tour concludes here.

Inclusion

Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.

Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.

Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.

Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.

Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.

Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.

One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.

Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.

Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.

Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Exclusion

Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reservations are required for the Black Sand Beach (Wai'anapana State Park).

Admission fees are required for the Garden of Eden and are not included in the tour price.

Starting Monday, March 2, there will be intermittent traffic maintenance on Hana Highway (Route 360) in Maui. These holds are expected to affect both directions and may last approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.

Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.

At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.

Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.

Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.

More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.

Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.

Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.

Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

Supplied by History with Action

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