Discover the stunning beaches of South Maui with the Beach Parks Self-Guided Driving Tour. This flexible tour allows travelers to explore over 25 miles of coastline at their own pace, uncovering hidden gems like Mai Poina and Makena Cave. Along the way, the tour’s engaging storytelling brings the region’s history and legends to life. Whether you’re seeking sun-soaked relaxation or underwater adventure, this comprehensive route has a lot to offer. What awaits you on this self-guided journey through South Maui’s breathtaking beach parks?
Key Points
- A self-guided driving tour covering over 25 miles of South Maui’s beach parks, including Mai Poina, Kalepolepo, Wailea, and Makena Cave.
- Accessible through the Action Tour Guide app, providing an engaging experience with storytelling about Maui’s history and legends.
- Offers opportunities to explore beaches, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and admire the stunning coastal scenery at your own pace.
- Flexible tour schedule allows visitors to complete the journey anytime within a year of purchase.
- Includes an easy-to-use mobile app with location-based audio playback, offline maps, and comprehensive information about the top attractions.
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Tour Overview
The self-guided driving tour of South Maui’s beach parks covers over 25 miles and takes 2-3 hours to complete, allowing visitors to explore beaches like Mai Poina, Kalepolepo, Wailea, Makena Cave, and more.
Travelers can download the Action Tour Guide app and use a unique password to access the tour. The tour provides an engaging experience with storytelling about Maui’s history and legends, as well as a hands-free, location-based audio playback.
Visitors can soak up the sun, dive into the underwater world at top snorkeling spots, and admire the stunning physical features and scenic drives at their own pace, spending as much time as they’d like at each beach.
Key Highlights
Soak up the sun on Maui’s beaches, dive into the underwater world at top snorkeling spots, and admire the stunning physical features and scenic drives during this self-guided tour.
The tour covers over 25 miles of South Maui’s beach parks, allowing you to explore at your own pace. From the serene Mai Poina to the picturesque Wailea and Makena Cave, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about Maui’s natural beauty.
The tour is designed to be a hands-free experience with location-based audio playback, so you can focus on enjoying the sights and sounds without worrying about directions.
Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure, this self-guided driving tour has a lot to offer.
Included Features
The self-guided tour comes with an easy-to-use mobile app that provides an engaging audio guide and offline maps, allowing you to navigate the route hands-free.
The app’s location-based audio playback delivers comprehensive information about Maui’s history and legends as you progress through the tour.
Plus, the tour includes a flexible schedule – you can use it anytime within a year of purchase.
The app’s comprehensive route and stops ensure you see all the top attractions, while the engaging storytelling enhances your understanding of the area’s rich culture and natural wonders.
With this flexible, informative, and convenient tour, you can explore South Maui’s stunning beach parks at your own pace, soaking up the sun and diving into the underwater world.
Meeting Point and Start
Adventurers begin the South Maui Beach Parks Self-Guided Driving Tour at Kamalii Park, located at 59 Aiai St, Kahului, HI 96732.
They’ll need to download the Action Tour Guide app and enter the unique password provided to access the comprehensive tour, allowing the audio guide to automatically start playing upon arrival at the starting point.
This hands-free experience ensures a seamless journey as participants explore the stunning beaches and natural wonders of South Maui at their own pace.
The tour’s flexibility allows travelers to tailor the experience to their interests, spending as much time as they’d like at each captivating location along the way.
Beaches to Explore
Along the self-guided tour, visitors can explore over 25 miles of South Maui’s captivating beach parks, each offering its own unique charm and natural wonders.
Soak up the sun on the golden sands of Mai Poina Beach, a picturesque spot known for its calm waters and stunning views.
Discover the hidden gem of Kalepolepo Beach, where you can dive into the crystal-clear waters and spot a variety of colorful marine life while snorkeling.
Venture to Makena Cave, a dramatic lava rock formation that offers a chance to explore a unique natural wonder and take in the breathtaking coastal scenery.
Snorkeling Opportunities
Snorkeling enthusiasts will delight in the diverse marine life and crystal-clear waters found along South Maui’s beach parks, allowing them to enjoy the underwater world.
The tour covers several top snorkeling spots, including Kalepolepo Beach, where you can observe vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish.
At Makena Cove, snorkelers can explore lava rock formations and caves teeming with a variety of sea creatures.
Wailea Beach, with its calm and shallow waters, is another popular spot for beginner snorkelers to discover the intriguing marine ecosystem.
With the convenient audio guide and offline maps, you can easily navigate to these premier snorkeling locations and make the most of your time in the water.
Scenic Drives and Physical Features
The self-guided tour showcases Maui’s breathtaking coastal landscapes, inviting visitors to marvel at the island’s striking physical features and enjoy scenic drives along the southern shores. The winding roads provide ample opportunities to admire dramatic sea cliffs, volcanic rock formations, and the vibrant blue hues of the Pacific Ocean.
Along the route, you’ll encounter:
- Awe-inspiring views of the Makena coastline, including the iconic Pu’u Ōla’i cinder cone
- Dramatic lava rock sculptures and tide pools at Keawakapu Beach
- The serene beauty of Wailea Beach, framed by lush green hills and swaying palm trees
This coastal exploration allows you to fully learn about Maui’s natural splendor at your own pace.
Flexible Schedule and Exclusions
One of the key highlights of this self-guided driving tour is its flexible schedule, allowing visitors to explore the beach parks at their own pace and spend as much time as they’d like at each stop. However, the tour does not include transportation, parking fees, food and drinks, or entry tickets to any national parks or attractions.
| Feature | Included | Excluded |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible schedule | ✓ | – |
| Audio guide | ✓ | – |
| Offline maps | ✓ | – |
| Transportation | – | ✓ |
This hands-free experience with location-based audio playback enables travelers to fully enjoy the tour while having the freedom to explore the beaches at their convenience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Start the Tour at a Different Location?
Yes, you can start the tour at a different location. The tour is flexible, allowing you to access it from any point along the route using the mobile app and following the audio guide.
Is the Tour Available in Other Languages?
The tour is currently available only in English. Customers can, however, take advantage of the app’s text-to-speech functionality to have the audio guide played in their preferred language through their mobile device’s settings.
Are There Any Discounts or Bundle Packages Available?
The tour doesn’t offer any discounts or bundle packages at this time. However, it provides a flexible, budget-friendly option for exploring South Maui’s beaches at your own pace without additional fees beyond the tour access.
What Happens if I Lose Cell Phone Signal During the Tour?
If you lose cell phone signal during the tour, the app will continue to provide offline access to the tour’s maps, audio, and information. You can still explore the beaches and attractions without an internet connection.
Can I Add Extra Stops or Customize the Tour Route?
Yes, the tour allows you to add extra stops or customize the route. The self-guided nature of the tour provides flexibility to explore at your own pace and discover additional beaches or sights along the way.
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Recap
The South Maui: Beach Parks Self-Guided Driving Tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the region’s stunning beaches at your own pace.
With over 25 miles of coastline, visitors can soak up the sun, dive into the underwater world, and admire the scenic drives and physical features.
Accessible through the Action Tour Guide app, this flexible and comprehensive route promises an engaging and memorable experience.