{"id":181,"date":"2020-03-06T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/?p=181"},"modified":"2026-02-23T21:41:41","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T21:41:41","slug":"the-top-7-adventure-activities-for-your-maui-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/the-top-7-adventure-activities-for-your-maui-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 7 Adventure Activities For Your Maui Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Surfing, Snorkeling, Ziplines, and More: Your Guide to Adventure on Maui<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If you love outdoor adventure, you\u2019ll love Maui.\u00a0

No matter which part of the island you explore, there\u2019s so much for active travelers to do. It wasn\u2019t easy deciding on an itinerary for your next trip to Maui, but here are seven of the Blue Hawaiian team\u2019s favorite things to do on land, in the sea, and from the sky to help you plan an epic trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Catch a wave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Surfing is arguably Hawaii\u2019s most iconic sport. You can rent a surfboard on your own or sign up for lessons from a seasoned pro.

If surfing isn\u2019t for you, there are more ways to ride Maui\u2019s waves. Standup paddleboarding is relatively easy (but still awesome) and rentals can be found around the island. You can also rent kayaks or join a kayaking tour. No matter how you get on the water, you\u2019ll have a blast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Go scuba diving or snorkeling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Maui is home to an active underwater world that you can discover with a mask and snorkel or Scuba diving gear.

There are countless spots to choose from, and you could spend a lifetime exploring the sea. One excellent option is Molokini Crater, which is a protected refuge off Maui\u2019s southwest shore. It\u2019s teeming with aquatic life and colorful coral reefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Drive the Road to Hana<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Rent a car and get ready for a road trip you\u2019ll never forget. The Road to Hana is a magnificent route along Maui\u2019s east coast, and it takes you to lovely beaches, rainforest hikes, and impressive waterfalls.

The trip to Hana and back can technically be done in a single day, but it would be a grueling journey. Spend at least one night in Hana if you\u2019re able.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Soar on a zipline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ziplining is another fun adventure activity on Maui, and courses can be found all over the island. There are family-friendly courses that even small children can join, spots for adrenaline junkies, and everything in between.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Visit Haleakal\u0101 National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Visiting the crater at the summit of Haleakal\u0101 is at the top of many Maui bucket lists. Sunrise is the most popular time to make the journey, but you need to make a reservation to get a spot at the summit. Reservations are\u00a0available online<\/a>\u00a0up to 60 days in advance.

For a more adventurous trip, get out and see the rest of the park. There are several hiking trails, different types of campgrounds, and even three wilderness cabins that can be rented for overnight stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Go whale watching<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Every winter, Humpback Whales migrate from Alaska to warmer waters, where they mate and give birth. You can see them in the sea around Maui from November through May, and some lucky visitors even catch glimpses of breaching whales from the beach.\u00a0

But, the best way to see the whales is from the water or from the air. You can book a traditional whale watching tour on a boat, or opt for a\u00a0heli-whale experience<\/a>. Helicopter tours are great because they give you a unique aerial perspective and let you see more of the water, which means more whales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Take a helicopter tour over Maui<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We might be biased, but there\u2019s no other adventure activity that compares to a\u00a0helicopter tour of Maui<\/a>. It\u2019s the best way to see the island\u2019s diverse topography, including roaring waterfalls, pristine beaches, dense green rainforests, and so much more.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Surfing, Snorkeling, Ziplines, and More: Your Guide to Adventure on Maui If you love outdoor adventure, you\u2019ll love Maui.\u00a0 No matter which part of the island you explore, there\u2019s so much for active travelers to do. It wasn\u2019t easy deciding on an itinerary for your next trip to Maui, but here are seven of the … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":195,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"slim_seo":{"title":"The Top 7 Adventure Activities For Your Maui Vacation - Blue Hawaiian Helicopters","description":"Surfing, Snorkeling, Ziplines, and More: Your Guide to Adventure on Maui If you love outdoor adventure, you\u2019ll love Maui.\u00a0 No matter which part of the island yo"},"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"island":[13],"class_list":["post-181","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activities","island-maui"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=181"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":196,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181\/revisions\/196"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/195"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=181"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=181"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=181"},{"taxonomy":"island","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bluehawaiian.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/island?post=181"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}