Take a private, reverse-direction circuit of the Road to Hana with a Native Hawaiian–owned operator who covers the full loop in one day. Expect rainforest waterfalls, a black-sand beach swim (weather permitting), a family banana-bread stop and an included hot lunch in Hana.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
By midmorning the van threads a green seam through Haleakala's leeward shoulder: a living stair of ferns, bamboo groves that clap in the wind and waterfalls that announce themselves before you see them. Guests on the private full-circle reverse Road to Hana tour from South Maui sit back in climate-controlled comfort while the island's east flank unfolds an hour at a time — the ride deliberately run counterclockwise so each vista is fresh, not repeated, and the guide, born and raised on Maui, narrates with the kind of detail only a local can supply.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most travelers; minimal walking but long periods seated — bring mobility aid if needed
Wildlife
History
Hana's coastline and valleys were settled for centuries by Native Hawaiians and later reshaped by 19th-century sandalwood and sugar plantation activity; family-run stands on the route preserve this continuity.
Conservation
Visitors are asked to use reef-safe sunscreen, stay on designated paths, and avoid removing plants or rocks; the area relies on respectful tourism to protect its freshwater springs and coral reefs.
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Sit forward if you get car sick
The route has 600+ turns; sitting toward the front and using ginger chews can reduce nausea.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
You’ll visit beaches and pools; reef-safe sunscreen protects coral and keeps you from burning in quick tropical sun.
Layer up for sudden showers
Rain in the rainforest can arrive fast — a lightweight waterproof layer keeps you dry without overheating.
Carry cash for local stands
Family-run fruit and snack stands often take cash only for banana bread and shave ice.
Light rain jacket
Keeps you dry through sudden tropical showers on the Hana side of the island.
spring
Sturdy walking shoes
Required for short walks to viewpoints, waterfalls and rocky beaches.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin during beach stops and safeguards coral ecosystems.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Useful for pond or bay swims when weather allows.
summer