Maui compresses rainforest waterfalls, a dormant volcano crater and reef-lined beaches into one island small enough to circle in a long day. The Road to Hana and Haleakalā sunrise are the two experiences worth building a whole trip around.
Month by month
Best: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November, December
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How long to stay
6–9 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 11h from the US East Coast, 15.5h from Europe, 21h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Fill the gas tank before the Road to Hana — services are sparse for stretches, and give way at one-lane bridges.
- Haleakalā sunrise viewing requires a reservation booked in advance, separate from park entry.
- Reef-safe sunscreen (mineral, no oxybenzone) is required by Hawaii law and better for the coral anyway.
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