Wednesday, September 25, 2013

A Hana Private Tour Will Take You Along A Heavenly Coastal Maui Highway

By Marla Mills


As your Hana private tour will demonstrate, the journey may be a major part of the attraction. During this tour, travelers will explore the lush beauty of Maui as they travel along the eastern side of this island. There will be over 600 hairpin turns and 50 single lane bridges along the way. This journey will be along a 52 mile road starting from Kahului that takes over three hours to drive, each way.

Getting there is half the fun. The destination also has its special charm and is meaningful in its own way. The unspoiled beauty of this district and its rich history will be the cherry on the cake in this day trip. Queen Kaahumanu, the wife of King Kamehameha I, who united the islands, was born here. She was a powerful lady herself.

This region has been the scene of several landmarks in Hawaiian culture. Many historical events were realized there. Its vivid environment will provide many a chance to take a picture. A host of ecosystems will be passed on the roadway. Plunging cliffs, tropical rainforests, beaches and magnificent outback scenes are visible on this route. This is why it is known to have few rivals for its scenic splendor. This trip will confirm it lives up to its reputation.

There many good surfing venues. These will be available along the way, if there is time to enjoy them. Paia is located close to many of these spots. It lies on the north side and is a hippy attraction. It is also takeoff juncture for the drive. It was the base of a sugar plantation economy in the past. Until the end of the journey, there will be hardly any other places offering food. Visitors would be wise to feed themselves here.

About two miles further lies Hookipa, which is renowned as one of the best windsurfing spots anywhere. In the opposite direction, about 2 miles away, is Baldwin Beach Park. The park is popular with families, shell seekers and yoga devotees. Mamas Fish House, one of the finest seafood restaurants, is on this pathway as well.

As you follow one of the most beautiful stretches of winding, twisting roads on the planet, a visual banquet of natural beauty lies before your eyes in different directions. The tour will travel by rainforests, waterfalls, bamboo forests and cliffs. Subjects to photograph include Keanae Valley Lookout, the town of Paia, Kaumahina State Park, Wailua Falls, Wai'anapanapa State Park and Puaa Kaa.

Your expert guide will escort you to Oheo Stream and Pools, windsurfing beaches and other sites for a refreshing swim. Weather and time permitting there are many activities to get absorbed in throughout the day. In a region away from the commercial part of Maui, this hidden side offers serenity. Visitors may refresh their soul and cleanse their spirit with the bounty of Mother Nature. A camera, hiking boots, provisions and a bathing suit are useful items to take on this journey. The numerous trails and waterfalls beckon travelers to take a dip.

The destination is the area between Keanae and Kaupo. Ten miles south of the outskirts is Haleakala National Park in Kipahulu. Here lie the Pools of Oheo. The waterfalls pour into tiered pools before the water enters the sea. An invigorating hike up the Pipiwai Trail takes the venturesome to the 400 foot tall Waimoku Falls. Approximately 2500 or so people live there today. Around 1,500 reside in the town area. Prior to European arrival, the area sustained a large native population. Historic St. Sophias Church marks your arrival at the end of the Hana private tour journey to this destination.




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