Best things to do in Maui during your Honeymoon

Planning a wedding is an exhausting and exciting task in equal proportions. The honeymoon destination is one of the most important parts of the planning as after months of arrangements and details, the newlyweds deserve a break!

Maui is the final choice of thousands of couples each year, who travel to this far-flung destination for the beautiful and paradisiacal scenery, but also for the amount of things to see, do and enjoy that this island has to offer.

There are plenty of reasons why Maui is the perfect honeymoon destination and here you'll find the best things to do with your partner.

The hustle and bustle of the wedding and celebration followed by the long journey to Hawaii can drain anyone's strength. So before you arrive in Maui, book a spa afternoon with your partner that includes a relaxing massage and enjoy it on your arrival day.

I recommend setting aside this little space for relaxation even if your stay is a short one, say 5 days to explore and get to know Maui. This way you can recharge and leave feeling ready to explore all that Maui has to offer.

In terms of options, you'll soon find that the island is home to an incredible number of luxury spas to choose from. Chances are if you're staying in a hotel or villa it will include similar services. I recommend finding out at the time of booking.

If you're looking for interesting alternatives, the famous Montage Kapalua Bay Spa is a favourite with visitors, offering various packages for couples to suit each individual's particular tastes and budget.

In Hawaii, the island of Maui is considered to be home to some of the best Luau performances in the archipelago, which is why you can't leave this destination without enjoying the exoticlocal dancers.

By definition, the Luau is a very old traditional festival that used to be held to celebrate special moments for the tribe and its members. The celebration is usually accompanied by games, entertainment, food, traditional music and drink.

Today it has evolved into a more commercial version that is enjoyed in large local hotels and other entertainment centres.

If you decide to attend, you're in for one of the most colourful and joyful festive experiences on the island. Often held after sunset, it is considered by many visitors to be one of the best things to do in Maui at night.

Specific times are usually determined by the company you book the experience with.

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• Price: The average price to pay is around €170 per participant. This includes entry to the show, food and drink that you consume on site.
• Duration: The entertainment show lasts approximately 3 hours.

If you're a lover of history, cities and old towns, you can't miss Lahaina on Maui's northwest coast. This historic whaling town is filled with art galleries, local museums, souvenir shops and quaint cafes and restaurants.

Spend an afternoon or better yet a full day exploring the best of Lahaina. Some of the activities I recommend doing in this destination are:

• Stroll down Front Street- the ideal place to see the town's historic heritage, including Maui's oldest bengal fig tree.
• Visit the Baldwin House Museum: built in 1835, it's the oldest house on the island and provides a glimpse into post-occupation life in the Pacific Islands.
• Book a whale watching tour in Maui: many whale and dolphin watching tours in Maui depart from Lahaina Harbor.

If you find the island of Maui enchanting on a ground tour, wait until you see it from above. With landscapes perfectly designed to take your breath away, a private helicopter tour experience is among the best you can do on the island.

As you'll see, the characteristics of the tour vary depending on the company you hire for the adventure, which is why I recommend carefully reading the specific characteristics of each experience and choosing the one that best suits your tastes.

However, most local companies offer tours to see the following highlights: the Molokai Island Crater, West Maui, the Hana area, the Halawa Valley or Honokohau Falls or Kahiwa Falls from above.

Finally, bear in mind that many of these companies offer customisable experiences, so if there is a particular part of the island that you want to see, establish your concerns before finalising the details of the tour.

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• Price: Varies depending on destination, company and experience, I recommend booking from 250€ for this adventure.
• Duration: The helicopter tour usually takes 1 hour to complete. You will need to be at the meeting point in plenty of time to make preparations.

Enjoying a wonderful sunset in Maui is one of the activities you've probably done during your stay on the island. Now, doing it on a boat ride while watching the ocean and the island from a distance is taking the experience to the next level.

Taking a boat ride in Maui to watch the sunset means enjoying the wonderful colours of the tropical sunset at its best.

If you're lucky, you may even be able to see the natural phenomenon known as the green flash that only occurs when the weather conditions are right and has given rise to numerous myths and legends.

There are numerous companies in town offering this experience, just make sure you book in advance, especially if you're visiting during the peak tourist season.

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• Price: Depends on the type of boat and experience you choose. Normally the price starts from €80 per participant.
• Duration: You should reserve at least 2 hours for the experience. You should be at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before departure time.

While many have the image of a honeymoon as a quiet, relaxed affair, there are many couples who share a passion for more active pursuits. So, if you like to snorkel, Maui is a wonderful place to be.

Maui is home to an ancient crescent-shaped volcanic crater that is partially sunken in the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Located less than 5 kilometres from the coast, visiting Molokini Crater from Maui is one of the best things to do in this destination during your honeymoon.

I recommend you set aside time to do this adventure with your partner. These tours are conducted in small groups and usually depart from Maalaea Harbour to take travellers on a leisurely boat ride to the unique rock formation.

Molokini Crater is considered one of the best snorkelling spots on Maui; this area is home to much of Hawaii's marine life including coral fish and amazing reefs.

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• Price: These types of tours are available from €140 per participant.
• Duration: This is a half day adventure and you will need to set aside 5-6 hours for this experience.

If the newlyweds are animal lovers, there's no doubt that Maui is your ideal destination. Among the activities related to this theme, I recommend dedicating one day of your honeymoon to the classic adventure to meet the giant turtles of Hawaii.

Located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the archipelago is famous for the presence of numerous species of turtles, but especially for the famous Honu sea turtle, exclusive to this part of the planet. These creatures can grow up to more than a metre long and weigh more than 130 kilos.

You'll find numerous local companies offering turtle tours on Maui. The experience takes the traveller to spots on the island where it is possible to swim among the turtles and observe them in their natural habitat.

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• Price: You will have to pay from €85 per participant. The price includes transport to and from the island but also the necessary equipment to swim among the turtles.
• Duration: You will need to book between 3 to 6 hours depending on the company you hire and the itinerary previously designed.

Possibly one of the most unforgettable experiences on Maui is watching the sunrise at Haleakala National Park.

With this tour you can enjoy the sunrise above the clouds from an active volcano and one of the highest points on the island. The spectacle is breathtaking to say the least.

Considered by hundreds of travellers to be one of the best hiking tours on Maui, be aware that this type of adventure has become very popular in recent times, which is why I recommend booking the tour as far in advance as possible.

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• Price: The price to pay for the experience is around €200 per participant.
• Duration: This is a long tour, you will need to book 8-9 hours for this adventure but it is totally worth it.

If you want to have exciting adventures, try new things and make unique memories on your honeymoon, taking surfing lessons in Maui is an excellent alternative.

It's one of the most popular sports for tourists and locals alike, so both the supply and demand is impressive.

When booking your surf lessons on the island I recommend looking or asking for couples-only packages, as some companies even offer the accompaniment of a photographer (to capture your surfing exploits) and a champagne toast after the lesson.

Never seen a surfboard up close? No problem! In Maui you'll find numerous quality certified instructors and beginner specialists who will know how to guide you, showing you the basics of surfing, such as balance and the ability to glide over the hours.

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• Price: From 50€ per participant.
• Duration: Varies slightly depending on the company you hire for the experience; a traditional lesson usually takes 90 minutes to complete.

The Hana Highway is **Maui'**s most famous coastal route. It's a long, historic route that takes travellers past numerous highlights and should be explored at least once in a lifetime by everyone who visits Maui.

The town of Hana is only 83 kilometres from Kahului, but the road is lined with narrow, one-lane bridges, hairpin turns and challenging curves. If it's your first time on the island, it's best to take the trip with an experienced guide on an organised tour.

This adventure is known by locals as the Road to Hana and numerous companies run the journey each day in an exciting adventure that will take you to breathtaking island vistas, including the black sand beach of Pailoa Bay, Upper Waikani Waterfall and Waianapanapa State Park.

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• Price: The price to pay for this adventure is approximately €200.
• Duration: This is a full day tour, which usually takes about 10 hours to complete. Highly recommended if you are in Maui for at least a full week.