5 Great Adventures To Do on Maui

If you ask most people to describe the island of Maui, in the state of Hawaii, many will describe it as the perfect beach vacation.  And for most people visiting the island for that perfect beach getaway.  From the lush and green Kaanapali area on the west side of the island to the sun drenched Wailea area on the southside, each area has great beachfront resorts, fantastic restaurants, and miles of sun drenched beaches to live out your small slice of paradise in paradise.  But if vacationing in paradise means wanting to do more than sitting on a beach, then Maui has a great deal more to offer you.  Here are five of my favorite activities away from the beach for the explorers and adventurers in our lives.

Molokini Snorkeling
There are plenty of great spots to snorkel and scuba dive around Maui, and I like to suggest Molokina because it offers a whole package of fun in one trip.  You'll cruise on the on the water and see Maui from a different perspective.  You may see dolphins and whales in season, and if the trip allows, you can do 2 snorkeling sessions: 1 at Molokina Crater and another with loads of green sea turtles.

Bike Haleakala
For the adventurous, riding a bike down a volcano sounds like a great start to the day.  Luckily, many Maui bike companies offer van tours for those looking to see the crater in complete comfort.  Either way, viewing sunrise from on top of the world is something you will never forget.  It's a blissful moment that can only be matched by many effortless miles downhill on a bike.

Road to Hana
I can't say enough about doing the Road to Hana.  Driving this road and enjoying the sights, smells, and people along the way is something you will never forget.  Waterfalls, coastal cliff line, and lush jungle will make you think you've gone to heaven ( if that's your sort of thing).

Fishing
Maui waters are abundant with tropical fish of many kinds.  Take advantage of a seasoned, skilled fishermen captains when choosing the right vessel for your Maui fishing trip, and have an experience to always be remembered.

Explore by Helicopter
Many of the most beautiful spots on the island are inaccessible in any other way than by helicopter tour. Hover next to towering waterfalls, cruise along rugged volcanic coastline, and enjoy the majestic beauty of Haleakala Crater above the clouds.  You can even hop across the channels to see the sea-cliff waterfalls of Molokai or the coast of the Big Island.