The island of Maui is not only a beautiful island, but there are many things to do that will intrigue nature lovers and those who prefer to relax on the beach.
Upcountry
12-Day Maui Itinerary
From the world’s largest dormant volcano to an outer atoll full of tropical wonders, see the best of the Valley Isle with this Maui Itinerary.
Ultimate Maui Bucket List For Outdoor Enthusiasts
Maui bucket list activities for outdoor people. See a Haleakala sunrise, hike to a Hana waterfall, enjoy a sunset dinner at sea and much more!
The Best Hawaii Beers
Best Hawaii Beers to try when you visit the islands. After extensive research at local breweries and pubs we found these to be Hawaii’s best.
Mahalo Aleworks
Mahalo Aleworks is the first brewery to open in Upcountry Maui, and their creative and classic beers are already turning heads. Mahalo Aleworks also serves food from local businesses Upcountry Sausage Co and Restaurant Marlow.
Maui Animal of the Month: Coqui Frogs
The coqui frog is believed to have hitchhiked a ride to the Hawaiian Islands on a shipment of potted plants that arrived from Florida in 1988.
Restaurant Marlow
Pizza lovers, rejoice! Marlow is Upcountry’s answer to Neapolitan pizza. With fresh, locally sourced ingredients, their pies are hard to beat.
Maui Artist: Chris Richards
Learn about Maui artist Chris Richards, owner of Makawao’s only glassblowing studio, Hot Island Glass. Watch live glass blowing!
COVID-19 In Our Maui Classroom
My experience having a child at a school with confirmed COVID-19 cases Five days into my children's school resuming, everything was canceled, and we had to move to distance learning. The rise in new cases on Maui had forced the school to take precautionary measures. A...
Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm: The Experience
Dream of a Hawaiian vacation and you might not immediately think of picking sprigs of French lavender on a lush slope veiled in mist. But such is the exotic beauty of Maui’s Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm, a lovely, out of the ordinary experience treasured by both locals and visitors. Article by Haleakala Eco Tours and […]
Maui Plant of the Month: Hawaiian “Mintless” Mints
In the vein of Hawaiian enigmas like nettle-less nettles and briar-less briars, Hawaiian Mintless Mints are the products of tremendous evolutionary shifts.
North Shore Lookout Review
I would’ve appreciated an excuse for not leaving the hotel at all! I loved every part of my stay there, and would recommend it to anyone!
Hoaloha Jeep Adventures
Where on Maui can you explore lush valleys, hidden emerald tide pools, explosive ocean blowholes, and even catch a glimpse of a waterfall or two? Hint: the road is long, narrow, and windy- but it’s not Hana Highway. Give up? For most Maui visitors, the phrase “road...
Krank Cycles Maui Bike Rentals
Helicopter tours, boat rides, convertible drives, hikes—there are dozens of ways to experience Maui’s splendor. But one mode of sightseeing that’s remained a perennial favorite? Bike riding. From soaring down Skyline Trail on the slopes of Haleakala to exploring the...
Haleakala Sunrise Tour Review
One of the most popular local activities on Maui, watching the sun come up at the summit of the world’s largest volcano is an activity you won’t soon forget. Read our recent Haleakala Sunrise Tour Review of our early morning adventure with Valley Isle Excursions.
Upcountry Panoramic Photos
Here are some of our favorite Panoramic Photos from Upcountry Maui (Kula, Makawao, Ulapalakua) Pumpkin Patch Kula Country Farms has a great pumpkin patch each year, and the views are amazing. Goats, Views and More! Here we have a beautiful pasture with...
Sip Me – Owner Interview in Makawao
We sat down with the owner, Laura Wentworth, to learn more about what people are calling the best thing to happen in Makawao in decades.
Bike Maui Sunrise Special Tour Review
Haleakala is calling on the Bike Maui Sunrise Special Tour Review, where we give you all the inspiration you need for a Maui self-guided downhill bike ride.
Maui’s Winery Review
Wine Tasting in Upcountry Maui When you think of adult beverages on Maui, giant mai tais in pineapples, fruity piña coladas in coconuts and perhaps even a frosty cold beer come to mind. But for the vino lovers (points to self), Maui also has a single winery, located...
O’o Farm Review
Farm Tour & Gourmet Lunch in Upcountry Maui The Tour Maui is known for its abundance of exciting tours. From scuba diving the back wall of Molokini Crater to sunrise bike tours down the slopes of Haleakala, visitors on Maui are often overwhelmed by lists of...
Kula Lodge and Restaurant
You can enjoy a delicious steak while watching the clouds pass over the distant West Maui Mountains and the surf break on the south shore.
Maui Pineapple Tours
You’ve never tasted heaven until you’ve had a freshly picked pineapple! At the end of this enchanting day, we were gifted with pineapple souvenir
Ziplining with Piiholo Ranch Adventures
Enjoy the Thrill of a lifetime by going ziplining on Hawaii’s longest side-by-side zipline! Glide effortlessly and safely over upcountry forest and pastures at Piiholo Ranch Zipline.
Biking Haleakala Volcano with Skyline Hawaii
Learn more about Maui bike tours with Skyline Hawaii and read the latest review of our Haleakala sunrise bike & zipline tour, including photos, local tips, and the latest comments.
