I receive many of the same questions as a camping rental equipment company here on Maui, so here are a few bullets to help you in making decisions as to where you may want to camp, and what you'll need to bring:
There are a few things to consider bringing with you to any Maui beach you decide to visit. Having been born and raised on Maui, you would think I have a pretty concrete packing list, but there are still things I forget. Below is a list that will span the needs for a solo day trip to the beach, to a day with the entire family.
Maui Ocean Center - For babies, kids and adults alike, this is a fun and hands on experience for the entire family. There's an aquarium tunnel that makes you feel like your swimming with the sharks, a touching pool to feel the slimy sea cucumber, and plenty of live displays to see all the sea life that makes Hawaii so unique. Old Lahaina Luau - With a true sunset background on the shoreline, top dancers in the islands and awesome buffet style Lu'au its hard to beat this feast. Ulalena Evening Show - You may feel your well versed in Broadway shows, but Maui has somehow birthed this amazing show that explores the history and culture of Hawaii in a...
Maui has many great beaches for families with young babies and toddlers, but there are three specific beaches that stand out among the rest. All three are know for having good weather, soft sand, and an outer reef or wall to shelter the coastal sand from waves.
1. All of Maui's beaches are public. This allows you to enjoy any beach or shoreline you want without the worry of trespassing on someones property. 2. As the birthplace of surfing, there are many surf schools located in Kihei, Lahaina and Kaanapali to get you out in the water for your first surfing experience. 3. Have you ever seen a Humuhumunukunukuapuaa? As the state fish, you're likely to see one while your out snorkeling, or stop by the Maui Ocean Center. 4. With tons of hiking, your sure to find a trail all to yourself! 5. Want to impress someone? How about visiting the most remote place in the world? Maui, as part of the Hawaiian chain of islands, is...
