The Road to Hana: 2 Day Maui Road Trip with 20+ Stops

The Road to Hana is one of the best road trips in the United States. The drive is stunning the entire time with waterfalls, hiking trails, beaches and caves. While it is a short 60 miles, it will take one full day just to see a fraction of the drive. If you have the chance though, I highly recommend you take more time than that so that you can really experience this beautiful place. We did the drive over 2 days and here is how we made the most of our time on the Road to Hana. Let me know what questions you have in the comments.
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[@jf1890]

As a local Hana resident - this is one of the better Road to Hana videos I've seen - well done. And yes Kilo's Food Truck is Da best in Hana. Also Hana-Maui Hotel is $1200 a night so you got off cheaply. Thanks for the respect - locals appreciate it! Also pull over for locals when driving Hana Hwy they got places to be!

[@way-cute]

As a local do you recommend folks do one of the tours rather than drive it? We want to be maximum respectful of the locals and it seems like keeping extra cars off the road is good, but also, I worry tour trucks might not take us to local shops/restaurants, which is what we prefer to support.

[@kingalshammari8251]

@@way-cute a lot of tour guides take you to those shops and secret areas that sometimes you would over look on a car

[@way-cute]

@@kingalshammari8251 we decided to go on a tour. I think the shaka guide would have done us well in a car, but at the end of the day, we thought it'd be less obnoxious to the locals if we went with a group where the driver knows the local customs and stuff.

[@TruthQuest1]

$1200/night 🥴 Not many people can afford that

[@HRHH-js4de]

That's insane, hotel for 500 a night and it looks crap.

[@TheOldGeekGuy]

My wife and I went the road to Hana in the 70s. We rented a jeep and there was hardly any traffic. Back then was not nearly as smooth and wide and not so many places to stop. As I remember Hana was pretty much a village. But the trip was well worth it and still memorable. Thanks for updating us.

[@timebandit2039]

We drove this in 1982, and wasn’t any different than you described. Renter brand new Ford sedan, headlights didn’t work, night return drive was SLOW and knuckle biting.

[@Outwalking]

I love the photography and your soothing voice of narrating the footages. I also love how you always bring your family along. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful photography and videos.

[@staceymcwells8797]

I lived on Oahu in 1975 for 3 years. I heard many things about Hana when I was there. My husband and I are going to Maui in Jan. It was a gift to us and non transferable. Your video was fantastic!! Thank you for doing it! It will be a huge help for our "road to Hana" trip.

[@BTguy]

I have easily watched 150 KZbin videos in the last few weeks in preparation for our upcoming Maui trip on everything from snorkeling, kayaks, restaurants and of course Hana… and this was by far the best. Thank you sir for answering at least a dozen questions I needed answering!!!

[@bridgetoconnor7229]

What a gorgeous road tour! It must be one of the prettiest in the world! Pops is always great to watch but it was wonderful to see your wife join you! Safe travels and God bless!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you liked the video! Thanks for the comment

[@ernieflanaganstingraybassm1463]

I have been to hawaii 8 times from 1990-96 and the pool at 7 sacred was open to swim and all the paths were free and this was a beautiful video but being there in person is 10x the view, great job on the hana trail

[@violetbf3773]

Just beautiful!!!! $500 a night for the hotel! OUCH! Glad to see you guys enjoying this epic trip! 🙌🏽

[@ThroughMyLens]

Yea, that was cheapest spot I could find!

[@vdevi9607]

I absolutely love your video, and words can't express my gratitude. It has been incredibly helpful as we prepare for our trip to Maui at the end of June. Please send my warm regards to Amy, Pops, and your adorable twins.

[@brianhoward5509]

This is my favorite KZbin channel! I've watched a few of these with my wife. I guess she pays a lot more attention to these than I realized. When they went into the cave, my wife said she was happy Josh had someone to go with him this time since Pops is claustrophobic. I was honestly suprised she remembered that!

[@rebekennedy86]

What a great video! Thanks to you and Amy for sharing all of the great stops and scenery! Nice job!

[@susanblack7782]

After first seeing your Rte. 66 road trip with your “Pops”, I have never been uninterested to watch any of your travel vlogs, because you draw me in, with the detailed flow of information, that you keep interesting ! This one is no different, thank you! Keep on traveling, I want to experience it through your lens.😃

[@prowrestlingisart6742]

So glad to see that no swimming is allowed at the Seven Sacred Pools. I visited many years ago and it was filled with people and it kinda ruined the view. Some places just need to be viewed only. I remember the narrow road and pullouts. Never ending beautiful sights the whole way. Looking forward to returning again and trying that banana bread

[@ThroughMyLens]

Yea, that makes sense, I enjoyed the view without people swimming as well. I wish I could eat the banana bread again right now!

[@johnstaton4302]

When I lived on Maui in the 90s 7 pools was wide open we picked mushrooms & camped on the cliffs at 7 pools we had the place to ourselves although there were some tourists chicks around 💓 those tourists chicks & the waves were good too🤙🤙🤙

[@theathjr]

Ok guys. This video has cracked my top 5 of yours. THAT WAS SPECTACULAR !!! Thanks for taking us along. Safe Travels Amigos

[@ThroughMyLens]

That's so awesome to hear that you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing that with us!

[@rhondaz356]

This was so gorgeous, and entertaining. It brings back so many memories. We never did the whole journey to Hana. Thanks to you, and your wife, for taking us along, Josh. Maui, all of Hawaii, is so breathtakingly amazing. 😁💚 🥥 🍍 🌴 EXCELLENT

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was one of the most beautiful road trips I have done in a long time!

[@jasonpacific5661]

@@ThroughMyLens oh yes you created Perfect tour !! With your warm friendly way and your compelling content...one the best tours I've ever seen 🏅🏅

[@deanne7125]

//It makes me want to go.... Except maybe I'll go to Kauai instead and then Maui second

[@KJ12428]

Great video! My husband & I drove the Road to Hana on our honeymoon 20yrs ago. Such a magical trip. Thanks for sharing yours. ❤

[@jamesmay9955]

Love the channel. Thank You for all that you do, taking the time out to share your experiences with us. I also appreciate the respect you show the different cities you travel. Keep up the solid work!!

[@dianalee3059]

Lovely! One of my most cherished memories was making this drive with my family our first trip to HawIi when I was 18. The beauty was just so inspiring and I loved all the waterfalls.

[@monykalynf3604]

Thanks for the trip down memory lane! Did a private RTH tour last year and was fantastic

[@judyjohnson9418]

My family and I did a guided road trip to Hana when we visited about 7 years ago. It was a great day trip. If I can ever go to Maui again I will definitely do this one again.

[@2011woodlands]

Your wife was smiling in every shot, so you must have had fun on this adventure. The bamboo forest reminds me of a national park in Queensland Australia, the black sand beach area too.

[@YellowProductions]

I'm glad I could watch your video through the Road to Hana Josh! We started on it and got car sick! :)

[@CourtneyMcFate]

I’ve seen a lot of your videos and love them all. I love seeing Pops. And for me, this is the first time seeing your wife join you and I must say, I love her! She’s awesome. 😁 Great video. Very inspiring.

[@Verlopil]

Unbelievably beautiful. And your narration is just excellent, giving so much information that people wanting to visit can use,

[@jojose417]

I am planning this in Dec of this year, doing 2 weeks Oahu and Maui, so excited for this, thank you for the content!

[@danetteoyama3175]

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL VIDEO OF YOUR STAY / MEMORIES OF HANA - THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!! I'm so sad being one that is born and raised on Maui and the only memories I have of Hana are on old pictures way back when I was a child so thank you again for this awesome video reminding me of the beautiful island I live on.

[@ltlgrama2332]

Another excellent video of you and Amy enjoying breathtaking scenery in Hawaii. Am proud of your accomplishments traveling here and there in the United States. Mahalo and Aloha 🌈

[@grateful7420]

Your wife is adorable. Love seeing you 2 having fun together ❤❤

[@lordpuppyrd7989]

I want to thank you soooo much for this amazing video. In planning our Hawaii trip I was not sure how I felt about Maui but also felt like the Road to Hana was a must do. This has basically allowed me to feel pretty confident that I do not need to visit or do the Road to Hana. Great video and really helped me make an informed decision. Thanks!

[@zeevon9]

Enjoyed watching. I did this road trip in 2001. What was also amazing to me was how fast the locals drive on that road! I remember locals saying don't be offended if you get beeped at, just the locals wanting to pass.

[@AmbientWalking]

Thanks a lot for this journey! It's always amazing to be able to see somewhere new thru your eyes! : )

[@ElwoodAndersonNV]

What a wonderful video, made much more interesting by the outstanding couple guiding the tour!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you enjoyed it! Very kind of you to say!

[@SwiftyTravels]

What a great tour! I’ve always heard of this road- but I’ve never seen a full tour! That time lapse over the waterfall with the orange clouds. Wow!!

[@mcrobsessed247]

Wow, I love this video so much! Brought back so many amazing memories when I did this roadtrip more than a decade ago! Made me a little teary eyed tbh, it was truly a magical time for me. 💖 Your narration is very nice & calm as opposed to other vloggers who can honestly be too much. Lol You gave a lot of helpful info as well that I will def use since it's been a while for me since I've been there. Thanks so much for sharing this gem! Safe travels! 🤗

[@teripfligler9632]

Thank you for this amazing journey. Love all your adventures!

[@Probablysavvy__]

You and your wife are just as cute as you and your dad ❤❤❤! Glad you’re enjoying an epic vacation together.

[@s.7.7.74]

Such a beautiful place to visit. That’s on my bucket list.

[@wildzenventures]

Great views! The scenery and stops were incredible. I was able to do this drive a few years back but we didn’t spend much time on the stops! Thanks for sharing

[@ThroughMyLens]

No problem, the stops were pretty amazing! I am glad you got to experience the drive as well!

[@oursweethomelife]

We went to Maui in 2019. Wish we had watched this video before we went. We missed a lot because we did not know what to see! Thank you for sharing! Love the videos!

[@loriejones6050]

Thank you for the video!! Soo helpful.. you guys are awesome!!

[@rephaelrechitzky9763]

Thank you Josh. What a beautiful place. It look like part of Heaven.

[@klondikewoman2851]

Great video...Amy is such a gentle soul. You have such a sweet family.

[@maryfettig3378]

Great video. You guys are so much fun to watch!

[@doreenlatimer6379]

Just discovered your channel a couple days ago and I am absolutely exhausted following you through PCH, Route 66, Alaska and now Maui. Phew. Very professional and pleasant videos to follow with your lovely family. We haven’t travelled since 2019 so very much appreciate the effort put into these YT videos I can enjoy from my comfy chair.

[@jennybushnell9995]

Yes I've driven the road to hana before and remember the waterfalls! Very beautiful and refreshing! !

[@beninegeorgia8111]

Such an excellent video to watch if you’re even thinking about going on the road to Hana.

[@user-gp4ls9fn3m]

You guys deserve a tv show. Nice vibes, great footage and very informative. 😊

[@MajorAddiction]

Love how you featured the banana bread! Went to Maui way back in 2007 and the banana bread was one of the best memories. Going again next month so this was a great resource on stuff to check out. Thanks Josh and Pops--- I mean Amy!

[@cheriebuss193]

Loved this ! Thank you so much for sharing your trip.

[@loboblue5441]

I always watch your shows on my tv, but had to share this one, with friends. Epic! Glad to see your wife with you, too. Tell, Pops, hello.

[@GG-gp2ib]

Greetings from North Carolina This place is definitely a bucket list as far as Hawaii goes thanks for sharing the journey

[@phxgidget]

One of your 👌 best! Thank you both!

[@kyles3334]

I did the whole Hana road trip in one day. Def should have spread it out. Great video!

[@kathleenrutherford733]

Well this was just AMAZING to go back to The Road to Hana with you both, I went with my Mother years ago, we did a taped tour, we stopped so much to swim and marvel at all the beautiful plants we took 8 hours and not sure how far we got but.. we loved every minute of it We went to Black Beach but without reservations and it was lovely, not crowded either. Our road trip wasn't crowded either. Maybe it's time of year? Thank You for sharing your Journey you both are just lovely

[@ThroughMyLens]

That is awesome you go to experience it as well! It is such a special area. I am sure it was probably a lot less crowded back then to drive as well.

[@lindabrazeel6259]

Thank you for the tour, it was fabulous!

[@NutmegThumper]

Thanks - nice video. We did this trip in April 2022. We did Pipiwai first and then Seven Sacred Pools after. We also talked to the Ranger who encouraged us to do the circle Hana trip so we turned left out of the park. It’s longer than going back the same way but great views and glad we did it!

[@youknow7304]

Thank you so much for respecting the rules!! Much appreciated. Looks like you got all the right experiences, glad you enjoyed!

[@Lohengrin1850]

Thank you for sharing your trip! I was planning to go last year but unable to so I really appreciate this video.

[@cheycasters]

The expressions you two made at the first bit Banana Bread was great!!

[@ThroughMyLens]

haha it was so good, I couldn't hide it haha

[@robbmadej5571]

Great ,awesome video! Thanks for all the tips and info-Heading out there soon

[@valeriejones4518]

Beautiful way of life ❤ Looked like a very peaceful place. I hope it is historically rebuilt with love snd all the residents are able to rebuild.

[@jaaackattackk]

i love that you were very respectful of this road ❤

[@internalresolutions6854]

Can’t wait to watch it!!!

[@TheOldGeekGuy]

My wife and I did the drive in the mid 1970’s. It wasn’t nearly as smooth as today. We rented a Jeep. Very impressive and it took a lot longer back then. Thanks for taking us along.

[@rosew861]

Love it 💟 One of my favorite things to do in Maui!

[@MinutesWithMates]

That was a fun episode to watch. Thank you. We were amazed at how identical Hawaii is to the NSW north east coast and far north QLD. Y’all should come over and check it out. It was like you’d come to Oz.

[@awxriot]

I enjoyed this video so much! As if I were travelling with you guys haha! Keep up the good work! 😁

[@rico8089]

Haha, worried about pronunciation and straight outa the gate destroys Paia. Great video and I appreciate you two doing your best to be respectful to the land and locals. 🤙🏼 I've lived on Maui over 10 years and never stopped at those caves.

[@jphan21]

Wow what an adventure. That banana bread and locomoco looks yummy!

[@ThroughMyLens]

It was sooooo good!

[@jamiebriggs1249]

My husband and I stayed at The Hana Hotel on our honeymoon in 75 it was incredible

[@Mike_44]

Oh this is one I wanted to do with my wife. Thanks for posting this!

[@sunnycharacter]

We went to Maui in 2003 and stayed in Kahana on the west end of the island. Amazing 10 days and taking the road to Hana (where my grandma was born) was a highlight of our trip. When we were there, there were lots of people swimming and jumping in the 7 Sacred Pools, and we weren’t required to get a reservation to the black sand beach. We took our drive in one day, but wish now we had taken more time to explore. I hope to be back, getting old! Lol And all the digital photos I took are gone. I had offloaded the photos onto my laptop instead of backing them up to a drive or cd. When we got home from our long flight home, my hard drive totally died along with many memories. Thankfully we have video from our camcorder and some hard copy photos from a few water cameras. Guess we need to return!

[@hammockstocoasters]

Hawaii is one of 4 states we still have not visited. When we go, this will be a must do. Thank you for sharing.

[@ijmalizzah]

What a nice shot! Beautiful

[@HyramBautista]

I did this trip (and wanted to reminisce, glad I found this video). I did a lot of the stops, including the lava tube.. really enjoyed your review as it helps me share my experience with friends and family who I keep telling need to visit Maui. An amazing experience.. and a drivers dream (my brother and I rented a 2 seater.. Toyota 86 (stick shift) and I felt like I was driving in a dream!) Lots of fun when there is no traffic.. we went in April 2023.

[@roybodden9243]

In 2003 my grandson and I started out for the trip to Hana. We got within 6 miles and there was a rockslide that blocked the road, so we had to turn back. So much for our trip to Hana!

[@pwnyboyog2501]

I did the road to Hana last November. Loved it! Stopped for the banana bread, multiple falls, the Huli Huli chicken in Hana, we used the app that was a fantastic guide. My favorite part was the Black sand beach. Just know you need a reservation to park and spend a few hours there. The Black sand beach is truly black. More like tiny pebbles than sand. The locals drive 4x4 trucks and drive that road pretty fast.. can be a little nerve wracking. Start early, like 6:00am.

[@99iwaena]

Awesome video's, I haven't been up to Makahiku & Waimoku falls since 1972. I spent my summers with my relatives in Kipahulu, Hana & Kaupo. Last time I there visiting in 2018 and I was amazed of the heavy traffic on the SE side of Maui.

[@jLutraveling]

That was great. Amy is a Rock Star!

[@ThroughMyLens]

She really is!

[@natus6244]

Great job on the video 😊

[@cf5539]

My husband and I did the road to Hana. It was spectacular, so much beauty. The best meal we’ve ever had was the Huli huli chicken from a local along the shore in a small park. The best!!! Wonderful memories.

[@Wrath_of_math]

Thanks so much for this video. My family and I just did the drive and the video was on the money. A couple of notes: 1. We used the "Shaka" app. It saved the day on a few occasions as cell service went out but the downloaded map on the app still worked fine otherwise we would not have any navigation 2. Auntie Sandys is closed on Sundays. We went to the stand by the Halfway to Hana sign and the banana bread was very good. Can't say if it's as good as Auntie Sandys, but we loved it. 3. We were able to do everything you guys did in one day, but we skipped the crowded swimming falls near the end as we thought that twin falls was better. Plus we wanted to make it up and down the PPY hike before it started getting dark. There were some many views on the trip that I remembered from your vid. Great.job!!! Thanks again.🙏🏽

[@HolisticHikes]

Hamoa beach, very cool. Reservation systems in the area is great too, 💚👊💚

[@nationalparksprincess3216]

Looks like you two had a great time! Great episode 👏 We didn't get to see the road to Hana on our visit. We gor to see the rainbow eucalyptus trees at the dole plant in Ohua.

[@Eduk0]

excelentt video. the route of hana is awsome. Grettings from Lima, Peru

[@markmayfield1170]

Great video! Lots of unique places to see. My wife and I will be going there in about 4 months. So already there.

[@delisaseale5881]

Great video? I’ve never had the privilege of visiting Hawaii. Looks like such a beautiful place. Also watched your Blue Ridge Parkway and Miami, Key West. Fun to watch you and your dad enjoy the trips together. Thanks for sharing.🦋

[@delisaseale5881]

Video! that is.

[@beebeesfuntasticadventures6110]

So beautiful, thanks for sharing.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Thanks for watching!

[@ernieforrest7218]

Great video. My late wife and i made the trip to Hanna and back the same day in 1986. Unfortunately she was subject to car sickness, so all the curves in the road had her sick the entire time.

[@northshorgrl]

Incredible video. Loved the details

[@kelleysakata-moon1903]

So good to see that you got a little break from the twins!!

[@4.9copblank49]

Beautiful job you two.

[@theincomechannel]

Just took it and it was amazing!! Great video 🎉

[@MichaelRei99]

I like seeing pops in your videos but your wife is definitely easier on the eyes!😂. The beauty of Maui is off of the charts! It’s definitely a bucket list trip. And if I can’t be there there is no one else I’d rather have show it to me! Thanks!!

[@ThroughMyLens]

haha she def is! I agree Maui is such an amazing island and I am glad you liked the video!

[@StephanSchramm8771]

Thank you for all the tips. We are in Hawaii in the summer and will be visiting the Road to Hana.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Awesome, I hope you have fun, it really is amazing

[@pamgaines970]

We know Amy ❤️ADORABLE ❤ love spending time with you in all your adventures,Dad’s Ok Too🤣🤣

[@staceybloomfield9631]

Great video with lots of useful travel advice!

[@sarahmiller8295]

This was very helpful! Thank you!

[@west.coast.hiking]

Gypsy Guide is amazing. We used it for Canadian Rockies as well as Utah. Lately learned the guy talking lives in our town and is friends with friends !

[@steveschwartz6138]

Thanks for the video. I am actually planning a trip to Hana soon and you gave me some great ideas. I was there a long time ago and I would like to do the trip all the way through to Waliea.

[@ThroughMyLens]

That is awesome, I hope you have a great time!