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Maui Sightseeing Guide » The Seven Wonders of Maui
#1 - Iao Needle
Located in ‘Iao Valley State Park just outside Wailuku. A 2,000-ft natural rock pinnacle presides over ‘Iao Stream. Easy trails amid exotic tropical plants lea to a lookout. Site of the famous battle that changed Hawai‘i's history.
#2 - Molokini Islet
An eroded, sunken volcanic cindercone three miles off Maui's south shore. It's a popular snorkeling destination and marine life preserve. Boat tours leave from Ma‘alaea Harbor. Best conditions are in the early morning. A must see if you love to snorkel.
#3 - Haleakala Summit
Haleakala National Park, seen by a million visitors a year. Dormant volcano's vast moon-like cratered floor with its towering cinder cones is a geological wonder. witness views of the Big Island from 10,023 feet.
#4 - Kipahulu District
Part of Haleakala's National Park (near Hana). Streams alongside trails in tropical rainforest cascade into idyllic pools. see bamboo groves, rare birds and plants as well. Excellent waterfall viewing from the road.
#5 - Makena Big Beach
Once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Access by dirt road to long stretch of golden sand; turquoise ocean teeming with fish. Great swimming when surf is low. bodysurfing when swell is up. Minimal facilities.
#6 - Historic Lahaina
A National Historic Landmark (along with Gettysburg, Yosemite, etc.) Once capital of Hawai‘i and port for Pacific whaling fleet in 1840s, Lahaina has many historic attractions. Great for shopping, dining, and cruises from Lahaina Harbor.
#7 - Humpback Whales
Ma‘alaea Bay is a seasonal breeding ground for up to 1,500 Humpbacks who migrate down from polar waters to frolic off Mai from November to May. They can be observed all around maui, even from shore.
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