Top 10 Things To Do on Maui for Couples

Local Tip #1: BE PREPARED

Get a good night’s sleep and allow yourself ample time to get ready for your sunrise adventure in Maui. Depending on which part of the island you are coming from, it can take up to two hours to drive up to Mt. Haleakala’s sunrise peak. During the winter months, a Maui sunrise can be as late as 6:55 am, and during the summer months as early as 5:38 am.

*Reservations are required to enter the park between 3 am and 7 am.

We suggest that you fill up your gas tank and arrive at the Haleakala Visitors Center at 9,740 feet at least a half-hour before sunrise so that you can ensure the best vantage point from which to take in the precious experience of watching the watercolor scenes of daybreak before the sun fills the horizon. Don’t forget your camera and make sure to grab some breakfast and a couple of strong Hawaiian coffees before you hit the road. This escapade is well worth it!

Local Tip #2: THINK ABOUT COMFORT

When journeying to a tropical sunrise, most visitors don’t think about the weather as a possible obstacle. Typically in Hawaii, the temperature drops approximately 3 degrees per thousand feet; at Mt. Haleakala’s summit, expect the temperature to be 30 degrees colder than sea-level. Make sure to bring warm clothing: shoes, pants, jackets and a cozy blanket for an early morning snuggle. Witness the beautiful island of Maui awakening to a breathtaking sunset at Mt. Haleakala. Allow yourself to be inspired by the tropical scenes bursting with color, and the innate splendor of the Hawaiian Islands.

There are so many amazing luaus from which to choose on the Island of Maui. Guests will surely love being greeted with a delicious Mai Tai and a fragrant lei as the evening festivities begin. The evening offers a beautiful opportunity to explore ancient Hawaiian culture with a traditional luau feast: Lau Lau, Kalua Pork, Squid Luau, Lomi Lomi Salmon, Poi, Hawaiian Sweet Breads, Coconut Haupia, tropical fruits, and more.

This is one of the best activities for couples to do on Maui. The highlight of the evening is always when the nightly performance begins, and guests will be amazed by a host of fabulous Hawaiian culture presentations: the melodic sounds of ancient drumming, chanting, storytelling, Hawaiian hula, and fire dance performances.

Smile at each other with a premium cocktail in hand from the open bar, and enjoy delectable island-style pupus and a delicious, freshly prepared dinner. Delight in the luau entertainment, traditional hula dance and Polynesian storytelling, and create lasting memories as the sun sets on an exquisite evening.

Offering a variety of specials and packages, Air Maui has successfully created the best helicopter tours on Maui. They offer daily flights to a handful of the most inaccessible areas around Maui and the outer Island of Molokai. For a super romantic Maui helicopter tour, consider booking a Custom Hawaii Helicopter Charter with Air Maui. With this option, guests can fly anywhere they’d like in Hawaii, and enjoy many perks like point-to-point transportation, custom tours, remote landing sites, catering, and more creative ideas that they may have in mind.

Scheduled Air Maui tours include: Doors-Off West Maui & Molokai (45 min), West Maui & Molokai with Oceanfront Landing (75 min), Hana & Haleakala with Cliffside Landing (75 min), Hana & Haleakala (45 min), Complete Island (60 min), and West Maui & Molokai (45 min & 60 min).

What better way is there to celebrate your love than by capturing that perfect moment forever? Michelle will help guide you as you choose the best setting for your photography session. She will make sure that you have dozens of great shots from which to choose. All of her sessions include an online gallery, digital files, and printing rights.

For riders from beginner to novice levels, a Maui horseback riding adventure is the perfect activity to enjoy island style country living to its fullest.

Imagine the thrill of zipping up to 40 mph through a crown of giant and fragrant Eucalyptus trees. Guests will experience seven different ziplines, some stretching up to 900 feet and reaching heights of 70 feet! North Shore Zipline is designed for novice as well as experienced. Even if you have never tried Maui ziplining before, you will feel at ease with the support and instruction of their professional guides.

Built above the foundations of a WWII military training base, this is also a place where guests will receive a little history lesson. You will learn about the land here, where 18,500 Marines were stationed for two years.

North Shore Zipline is a great daytime adventure for couples looking for a unique challenge. We promise it will be an outdoor Maui experience that you will hold close to your heart and never forget.

Together you will unwind, soothe your travel tension, and reinvigorate your senses with fresh island ingredients, aromatherapy, and tropical healing elements. Spoil yourselves with a couples massage package on Maui that will help you decompress, heal and renew your body, mind, and spirit.

There is a plethora of healing practitioners, massage options, and spa services from which to choose on Maui. For more information on locations and spa packages throughout Maui, visit:

• Mōhalu Healing Garden & Beauty Lab
• Ka’anapali Ali’i Spa
• Hana-Maui Resort
• Mandara Spa Wailea
• Spa at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
• Mobile Maui Massage

Venture out to the West Side and be inspired by miles of tropical beaches and countless West Maui activities for couples. Take coastal drives during the winter months, and see awe-inspiring sights of Humpback Whales breaching in the ocean during their annual migration to the Hawaiian Islands. Create your own dream vacation on Maui by maximizing on all that Maui has to offer!

If you want to see Maui as it has never be seen before, check out Hike Maui for a variety of fun and exciting day trips. With a Hike Maui guide, couples can bond while exploring East Maui Waterfalls and Rainforests, 4-mile hikes through the Haleakala Crater, or the ultra-valuable combination packages with kayaking, snorkeling and waterfall hikes included. For a more exclusive experience, inquire about Hike Maui’s Custom Tours, where you and your loved one can explore Maui more intimately, with your secret adventure desires created just for you.

Maui honeymooners can indulge in one of the island’s best poke spots at Tobi’s Poke & Shave Ice in Paia or savor authentic Thai flavors at Nutcharee’s in Hana. Tin Roof’s Kau Kau Tau Tins are must-tries for those seeking a casual yet memorable meal, and the rustic charm of Upcountry’s Marlow is not to be missed. Maui dining is not just a meal but an amazing vacation journey of flavor.

No matter your budget or dietary needs, the good news is that Maui is still one of the best vacation spots for eating! There’s a wide range of incredible restaurants to enjoy and even more tempting local food spots to explore.

Savoring Maui’s many restaurants and flavors should 100% be on the top of your list. From mom-and-pop style local spots to dining with a gorgeous sunset view, there’s no shortage of incredible Maui restaurants for newlyweds to find.