Do you have to do the full Road to Hana?

If you go straight to Hana and stay the night, you can do it at any minimum, but most people like to have some relaxing time along with adventure, which requires a rest before and after big drives. We think anyone visiting for a week or more should consider Hana.

Is there a short version of Road to Hana?

We loved the resort and hanging out there and on the beach so we decided to just do a half day Road to Hana Here is an itinerary if you want to get an awesome taste of the Road to Hana with some incredible stops, waterfalls, views, but only takes about 4 hours including stops — perfect for a half day adventure or …

Can you split the Road to Hana into two days?

To make the most of this stunning coastal road trip, you should set aside 2 days for your Road to Hana itinerary. This will allow you to take your time on the winding cliff-side road, and to explore each stop at a leisurely pace! Many visitors spend only a day on the Road to Hana, but I don't recommend this.

Can you do a half day Road to Hana?

Can you do the Road to Hana as a loop?

As mentioned earlier, you'll need to retrace your steps for your return trip. The Road to Hana is technically a loop, however it's not recommended to check out “Maui's backside.” First, it won't save you that much time. Secondly, most car rental companies specifically discourage this.

Can you do Road to Hana for free?

To drive yourself on the Road to Hana you will have the cost of the rental car for the day(s), gasoline, and lunch. Most of the stops on the Road to Hana are free (e.g., hikes and views) or low-cost (e.g., banana bread stops and black sand beach reservations).

Can you drive rental car on Road to Hana?

Most all rental car companies on Maui will allow you to drive to Hana. Driving the backside of Haleakala, past Oheo Gulch is not recommended for the faint of heart. Access to the ROAD TO HANA is Limited (learn more): The best parts of driving to Hana are between Paia and Seven Sacred Pools.

How many accidents happen on the Road to Hana?

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