Kapalua Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Kapalua. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Romantic Sunset Champagne -Private- Maui Air Tour: Intimate & Spectacular!

• Maui Circle Island-Private-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls and Lava!

• Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson From Lahaina

• Fun! Open-Air Banyan Tree Forest and Blowhole Sightseeing Maui Tour

• Maui Adventure Bundle: 6 Epic Audio Driving Tours, Including Road to Hana

There’s no fee to visit Kapalua, a resort community in northwestern Maui. Head to the area’s public trails and beaches for free, or prepare to pay a premium for high-end restaurants and shopping. Sightseeing tours that visit Kapalua start at US$60, while activities such as diving and flightseeing cost much more.

Yes, Kapalua is well worth visiting, as it has some of the best beaches, snorkeling, and coastal trails in Maui. From golfing and hiking to diving among colorful fish and corals in Kapalua Bay, there are tons of things to do in the picturesque resort community. To ensure you see the highlights, visit Kapalua on a guided tour. Options include scuba diving, flightseeing, and driving tours, which spotlight Maui's famed scenery while teaching you about the island's culture and natural history.

Per one customer who booked the Maui Scuba Diving Introductory Lesson From Lahaina, "This introductory lesson is the real deal! You will go scuba diving 28-30ft down, surrounded by giant green sea turtles, nurse sharks, eels, and a variety of fish as you swim through the coral reef. I am so happy I was able to get up the nerve to participate in this adventure! Gu was very patient in calming my anxiety. I will never forget the experience! It is life-changing. Thank you, Gu!"

Located in a picturesque corner of northwest Maui, Kapalua is best known today for 5-star coastal resorts like the Ritz-Carlton. You’ll also find golf courses, high-end boutiques, and luxurious restaurants in keeping with the moneyed vibe. According to Hawaii’s traditional belief system, Kapalua is also considered an important spiritual vortex.

Most people recommend basing yourself in Maui for around a week—10 days if you’re lucky. You’ll want to allot a few days to Kapalua within that timeframe. The best way to enjoy a Hawaiian vacation is to unplug and unwind. Try not to rush your itinerary.

This scenic hiking path, considered one of Maui’s top attractions, takes one to four hours to walk. Open year-round, the trail extends 3.5 miles (5.6 kilometers) out and back. Mostly paved, the Kapalua Coastal Trail is an easy walk that passes waterfront landmarks like Kapalua Bay Beach.

Snorkeling and scuba diving are two popular activities in Kapalua. Travelers can find plenty of options for joining escorted excursions—ideal for beginning or advanced divers. Beach bums will enjoy beach-hopping itineraries, while adventure lovers can do an e-bike tour. Try renting if you prefer to explore independently.

Honolua Bay is known for its mega waves and draws big crowds. But it’s rocky, so not great for swimming. There’s also D.T. Fleming Beach Park—with its sandy coastline, it's a compromise for travelers looking for both swimming and surfing. Kapalua Beach has calm water that’s good for families.

Surfers should plan on coming from October to April when winter winds are strong and the big waves pick up. For everyone else, summer (between May and September) is the best window for sunny weather and calm water, ideal for snorkeling. Some travelers swear by the shoulder months.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Kapalua. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Maui:

• Road to Hana

• Molokini Crater

• Hana

• Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park

• Waiʻanapanapa State Park

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Maui.