Kahului is the main point of entry for the island of Maui, one of Hawaii's most popular tourist destinations. Visitors picking up car rental at Kahului Airport have easy access to the rest of the island. The second-largest of the Hawaiian islands, Maui has received countless awards for being the world's best island destination. It's famous for its picture-perfect beaches, diverse landscapes, and vibrant local culture. It's also a haven for watersports fans, offering some of the world's best surf waves, as well as great snorkelling and diving.
Located on the west of the island, Lahaina is one of the most historic towns on the island and was the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii from 1820 to 1845. Today, you can explore the Lahaina Historic District and take a stroll down Front Street, which is one of the American Planning Association's Top Ten Greatest Streets in the country.
Explore the waters around the island in comfort with a trip to the Maui Ocean Center in Wailuku. Here, you can see more than 60 exhibits showcasing the wide variety of marine life in the region. Highlights include the glass tunnel taking you under the shark and ray tank, the world's largest display of Hawaiian corals and a virtual, 3D encounter with Hawaii’s humpback whales.
It's impossible to go anywhere on Maui without stumbling upon another pristine beach, and whether you want to get the adrenaline flowing with surfing, or just relax in a quiet, hidden spot, there's something for everyone around Maui's coastline. Check out the three-mile long Kaanapali Beach in West Maui or Makena Beach on the south side of the island for some of the best experiences.
A great destination once you've picked up your Kahului Airport car rental, Iao Valley is a short 20-minute drive west of the airport and is a popular place for hiking. Covered in dense rainforest, it's a great place to escape the modern world and follow in the footsteps of native Hawaiians, who would take pilgrimages here. In the center of the valley lies the Iao Needle, which stretches 1,200 feet above the surrounding landscape.
To the south-east of the island, about an hour's drive from Kahului, the Haleakalā National Park is centered around a dormant volcano and offers spectacular views across the island, as well as a diverse range of landscapes, from Mars-like red deserts to lush rainforests and waterfalls. Get up early and head to the summit to witness one of the most breathtaking sunrises on Earth - but don't forget to make a reservation for your Kahului car rental in order to park at the top.
There are few better ways to explore the island of Maui than a drive along the scenic Hāna Highway. A 64-mile coast road that connects Kahului to the town of Hāna, an uninterrupted trip will take about two hours - but you'll no doubt want to stop many times along the way to take in the sights. Some of the must-see stops include Twin Falls, which is a short hike from the road, and Ho'okipa lookout, where you can watch the pro surfers tackle the waves below.
A convertible Mustang or a Jeep offers the full Maui experience.
Kahului Airport
No, there are no toll roads, bridges or congestion charges on the island of Maui.
July, with an average of 293.5.
December, with an average of 85 mm.
Olukai Hoolaulea, East Maui Taro Festival, Kapalua Wine & Food Festival