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1. Wailea Beach

The luxury Wailea resort community occupies 1,500 acres (607 hectares) of land. The area is surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Wailea Beach is a wide stretch of sand, perfect for an afternoon of sunbathing or building sandcastles. It’s surrounded by four smaller beaches and has a broad range of shops. Rent a kayak or snorkeling gear, or book a guided scuba dive to see the green turtles up-close. This popular, family-friendly beach has many facilities.
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Wailea Beach featuring tropical scenes, swimming and a beach

2. Haleakala National Park

At Haleakalā National Park, you can step inside volcanic craters, walk through rain forest and swim in freshwater pools.
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Haleakala Crater showing hiking or walking and tranquil scenes

3. Molokini

Molokini is a partially-submerged volcanic crater, creating a picturesque crescent-shaped atoll off the Maui coast. It’s thought ethnic Hawaiians used to paddle to Molokini to fish and harvest the eggs of seabirds. Today, the established Molokini Island Preserve is all about protecting nature, and visitors are invited to enjoy its crystal-clear waters. Tour operators can only moor off the coast of Molokini, because visitors are not allowed to set foot on the island itself.
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Molokini featuring boating and a bay or harbour

4. Keawakapu Beach North

Keawakapu Beach is more serene than its quite touristy neighbors on the southwestern shore of Maui. This beach stretches for about 1,200 yards (1,110 meters), and you should have no problem finding a good spot for sunbathing on the soft, white sand. If you’re looking to escape the crowds or for a spot to let the kids roam free and build sandcastles, Keawakapu Beach is for you. Scuba divers come here to see the fish species attracted to the artificial reef made from old cars.
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Keawakapu Beach featuring landscape views, general coastal views and tropical scenes

5. Haleakala Crater

The Haleakalā Crater is home to the “House of the Sun,” or the East Maui Volcano. Come here to watch the sunrise; it’s one of the best in the country and you can easily imagine that you are on another planet. The Haleakalā National Park is a refreshing change of scenery from Maui’s crowded beaches and is not to be missed.
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Haleakala Crater featuring landscape views, desert views and mountains

6. Maluaka Beach

Maluaka Beach has some of the calmest and warmest waters of Maui’s shoreline and is sheltered from trade winds. This makes it prime snorkeling territory, especially in the morning. If you want to see Hawaiian green turtles, add Maluaka to your itinerary; this is the place to see the large marine reptiles up-close!
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Maluaka Beach showing mountains, landscape views and rugged coastline

What to do in Waiakoa

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Haleakala Crater featuring landscape views, desert views and mountains

Haleakala Crater

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One of the best places in the U.S. to watch the sunrise is this impressive centerpiece of Haleakalā National Park, marking the birthplace of the island of Maui.

Haleakala Crater
Haleakalā Visitor Center

Haleakalā Visitor Center

Explore the lovely green spaces of Haleakalā Visitor Center and enjoy the golf courses in Kula. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Haleakalā Visitor Center
Leleiwi Overlook

Leleiwi Overlook

Explore the great outdoors at Leleiwi Overlook, a lovely green space in Kula. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or seek out the yoga studios.

Leleiwi Overlook
Hosmer Grove

Hosmer Grove

Explore the great outdoors at Hosmer Grove, a lovely green space in Kula. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the yoga studios.

Hosmer Grove
Aliʻi Kula Lavender

Aliʻi Kula Lavender

Find out about the history of Kula when you take a trip to Aliʻi Kula Lavender. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Aliʻi Kula Lavender

Maui Agricultural Research Center

Find out about the history of Kula when you spend time at Maui Agricultural Research Center. In the area, take in the great live music and beautiful sunsets.

Maui Agricultural Research Center

MauiWine

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at MauiWine during your travels to Ulupalakua. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its seafood restaurants.

MauiWine

Kaiser Permanente

If Kaiser Permanente is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Kula.

Kaiser Permanente

Kalahaku Overlook

Explore the great outdoors at Kalahaku Overlook, a lovely green space in Kula. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

Kalahaku Overlook
Maui Island which includes landscape views

Kula