Where does the Reverse Road to Hana tour go?

Our Reverse Road to Hana tour takes you to the rarely discovered backside of Hana. It begins in Kula Town and travels to Paia Town, in the opposite direction of the traditional Road to Hana.Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! Backside of HanaCharles Lindberg's GraveWailua Iki FallsOheo Gulch & Pipiwai TrailVenus Pools Hamoa BeachHana TownWai'anapanapa Black Sand BeachNahiku Landing Keahua Peninsula Honomanu BayTwin FallsFor help planning your day check out our Reverse Road to Hana suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go.

Where can I park along the road?

Please pay attention to all parking signs. Parking illegally on the Road to Hana can not only result in a ticket, it is extremely disrespectful to people who need to use this road everyday. The traffic on the road greatly impacts their lives, so you can help do your part by parking legally and adhering to all signs. We’ll advise you on where to park during the tour, and if there are no spots available, just wait for a spot to open up.

Can I join the Reverse Road to Hana tour along the route?

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

What should I pack for the Reverse Road to Hana Tour?

Here’s our packing list for this tour. It may seem a little long, but remember, what you bring depends on the activities you choose to do for the day.Layers of clothing and a jacketSneakersHiking ClothesWater BottleBug SprayTowelBathing SuitSandalsSunscreenSun Glasses and/or HatSnacksCash - many spots are cash onlyCar Charger *Very Important*Phone Mount

What should I budget for the Reverse Road to Hana tour?

How much you spend truly depends on what you do along the tour route, but here’s a breakdown of some costs:$30.00 per car: Haleakala National Park (Oheo Pools)$15.00 for adults: Garden of Eden (per person)$10.00 per car: Waianapanapa State Park $5.00 per person: Waianapanapa State Park$11.95 per person: Hana Lava Tube$10.00 per person: Kahana Gardens$15.00 per person: Lunch$10.00: Local snack, like banana bread or shave ice

Can I take the Reverse Road to Hana tour in the opposite direction?

No, this tour can only be done counterclockwise starting in Kula Town. If you’d like to start the tour in Paia or Kahului check out our Loop Road to Hana Tour.

What time will I get to Hana?

From the start of the tour in Kula, it takes about three hours to get to Hana, depending on the stops you make and how long you stay at each spot. Check out our Reverse Road to Hana suggested itinerary for help managing your time and planning your day.

What if I am spending the night in Hana?

Great! This means you can really take your time and break the tour up into two days. Just switch the tour off when you arrive in Hana, and turn it back on when you’re ready to get on the road the next day.

Is it safe to drive the Road to Hana at night?

Yes, however, the Road to Hana is a one-lane highway with twists and turns. For this reason, we recommend you start this tour early to avoid night-time driving as much as possible. One pro to this tour — you’ll arrive to some of the most popular stops before anyone else and you’re traveling in the opposite direction. This means you’ll save time sitting in traffic. Check out our suggested itinerary to learn more about planning your day to avoid driving at night.

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*ROAD CLOSURE ON ALELELE ROAD - PLEASE SELECT THE CLASSIC ROAD TO HANA TOUR AS AN ALTERNATIVE.*
Most Road to Hana tours start in Paia, but our Reverse Road to Hana Tour begins in Kula on the opposite side of the island. There are some serious advantages to this. Mainly, you’ll beat the crowds at some of the Road to Hana's most popular spots, like Oheo Pools and Hana Town. Not only that, you’ll visit the rarely explored backside of the Road to Hana.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Explore the back road to Hana
•⁠ Beat the crowds to Oheo Gulch (Seven Sacred Falls) + the Pipiwai Trail
• Visit Hana Town
•⁠ Explore Wai'anapanapa State Park to visit a Black Sand Beach⁠ (advance reservation required)
•⁠ Visit loads of scenic waterfalls

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: Before 8:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Kula Town
Direction: Counterclockwise, beginning in Kula Town in Upcountry Maui and ending in Kahului
Please Note: The backside of Hana has some graded dirt roads and rusty guardrails so the drive requires extra caution. Because of this, some rental car companies will void insurance if you drive on the backside of Hana. Confirm that you're able to drive this section of the island with your rental car company in advance.

ROAD TO HANA ADVISORY:
There is only one road into and out of Hana. People who live in nearby communities have to drive this road everyday and the thousands of daily drivers on this one-lane highway greatly impacts their lives. Please be respectful — do not park illegally, pay attention to signs, drive responsibly, and pull over to let locals pass. Do not enter private property or visit sites that are unsafe. And, please remember to pick up your trash.

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Things to do on the Tour Include:

Huakini Beach

Jaws

Garden of Eden Arboretum

Kahanu Gardens

Hasegawa General Store

Aunty Sandy

Halfway to Hana

Maui Ocean Center

Charles Lindbergh's Grave

Koki Beach

Overlook of Nu?u Bay

Alelele Waterfall

Paia Town

Ho’okipa Beach

Makapipi Falls

Hana Town

Natural Sea Arch

Wai'anapanapa Black Sand Beach

Waikomoi Ridge Hike

Ke'anae Arboretum

Waikani Falls

Wailua Falls

Oheo Gulch aka Pools of ‘Ohe’o aka Seven Sacred Pools

Pipiwai Trail

Roadside Small Lava Tube Cave

Waioka Pond (aka Venus Pool)

Twin Falls

Hamoa Beach

Ke'anae Overlook

Nua'ailua Viewpoint

Wailua Valley State Wayside Park

Ke'anae Peninsula

Kaumahina State Park

Honomanu Bay View

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I happened to hear about the Shaka Tours Maui app when we first arrived on the island, and I’m so glad we did. We bought the Maui Bundle, and it was absolutely worth it. The directions were spot on (my kids were convinced the narrator was literally following us 😂). We started with the Classic Road to Hana tour (wish we’d downloaded the Loop too!), then did the West Maui Coastline Tour, and also the Sunset & Stargazing at Haleakalā tour. Every time we got in the car, the kids asked us to turn on the tour guide; that says it all. One of my kids said the tours were his favorite part of our 11 days on the island. The narration was entertaining and engaging, with awesome stories, legends, and really helpful tips and tricks along the way. These tours truly made our trip to Maui! We are officially hooked!! It enhanced our entire Maui experience and made exploring so easy and fun for the whole family. Highly recommend!

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Super cool app! We downloaded the Road to Hana and it was perfect! Excellent directions, great stories!

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Used Shaka Guide to experience West Maui and the Road to Hana. It really was like having a personal tour guide to show you the highlights and keep you safe on the road. The narrator was entertaining and informative. Will use again for other national parks!

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