Shaka Guide Maui "Classic" Road to Hana Audio Driving Tour
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Maui, USA
- 15 to 18 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover one of Maui’s most scenic drives with an audio tour linked to the road to Hana. Explore the roadway at your own pace with this audio tour featuring GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions along the Hana Highway. Check out waterfalls, scenic viewpoints, and nature hikes while listening to interesting stories along the way. See top Maui landmarks including Twin Falls.
- Explore the Hana Highway with an audio tour
- Utilize GPS and turn-by-turn instructions
- See landmarks like waterfalls and scenic lookouts
- Stop for hikes to see Maui’s epic nature
What's Included
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tours NEVER expire
- Take the tour when you want
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Parking fees
- Attraction entrance fees
- Car rental
- Crowded tour bus
- Meals & Refreshment
- Entrance fee - Haleakala National Park$30.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Twin Falls$10.00 per person
- Admission Fee - Garden of Eden Arboretum$20.00 per person
- Parking Fees$10.00 per booking
- Admission Fee - Wai'anapanapa State Park - Entry$5.00 per person
- Admission Fee - Hana Lava Tube$15.00 per person
- Admission Fee - Kahanu Garden$18.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Kahului, HI, USA
Departure Point: Start the tour in Kahului (near airport) Dates: See Availability
End point
- Paia, HI, USA
Tour ends in Kipahulu (Haleakala National Park (past Hana). The tour then guides you back to Paia Town (near the airport) with more stories the same way you came.
Operating hours
- 01/02/2019 - 05/18/2027
Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Itinerary
1
Kahului Harbor
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Paia Town Public Parking
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Ho'okipa Beach Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Twin Falls Maui
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Waikamoi Ridge Trail
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Garden of Eden Arboretum & Botanical Garden
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
Puohokamoa Falls
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Kaumahina State Wayside Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Honomanu
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Nua‘ailua Bay Lookout
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
11
Ke'anae Arboretum
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
12
Ke‘anae Point
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
13
Aunty Sandy's Banana Bread
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
14
Keanae Lookout
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
15
Halfway to Hana
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
16
Wailua Valley State Wayside Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
17
Waikani Falls
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
18
Wailua Falls
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
19
Pua'a Ka'a State Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
20
Upper Waikani Falls
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
21
Makapipi Falls
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
22
Nahiku Viewpoint
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
23
Nahiku Marketplace
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
24
Kahanu Garden & Preserve
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
25
Hana Lava Tubes
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
26
Wai'anapanapa State Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
27
Hana Bay
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
28
Red Sand Beach - Kaihalulu Beach
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
29
Hasegawa's General Store
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
30
Koki Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
31
Hamoa Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wailua Falls (Pass By)
32
Pipiwai Trail
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
33
Ohe'o Gulch
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
34
Venus Pool (Waioka Pond)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Paia (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
- As of April 2026, Hana Lava Tube is closed until further notice.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Jerry_H
We really enjoyed the audio tour. They had very helpful information and suggested places that we wouldn't have known about. We particularly enjoyed the Ke'Anea peninsula, several lookouts, the arboretum and food trucks in Nahiku (monster fish taco) that were recommended.. We really enjoyed the tour and also some Hawaii history as we returned.
Reviews
4.6
based on 230 reviews
Tim_F, Apr 2026
This was a great app! We were able to at our own pace do the road to Hana. It had great relaxing Hawaiian music and great narration that allowed us to spend the time we wanted where we wanted at a very reasonable price! We loved it!
Deborah_C, Apr 2026
This was worth its money for sure!! The guide was clear about every turn and every site to see. You were able to skip an area or attraction if you wanted to and it always gave you timelines so you could be sure to make it back to your home base when you wanted to. In addition you are given an audio story telling of the history of each area. Down time can be filled with chill Maui music from the audio tour. On the way back you are given a full history of the Hawaiian Islands from the very beginning and specifically the history of Maui. We were able to spend as little or as much time at each attraction and the tour would pick back up once in the car.
Be sure to pack food, water, towels, bathing suits, sunscreen and a change of clothes.
Daniel_M, Apr 2026
This self guided tour is amazing. It's well planned out and the narrator is great. We like the GPS knowing where we were and what we skipped
Alyson_G, Apr 2026
We had some issues with audio, sometimes it wouldn’t play thru Apple car play. Also they should have an option to lower the volume when the back ground music plays. The music was nice but doesn’t need to be as loud as the audio but it’s a pain to turn your stereo volume down when the music is playing then quickly turn it back up when he starts giving directions again. Overall it was a good tour and hit everything we wanted to see along the way.
Brenda_B, Apr 2026
We had several kids in our vehicle and all of them were completely silent listening to the stories on the recording. They've even talked about the stories that were told since we've been home. I highly recommend this guide.
Chelsey_R, Apr 2026
It was great! Worked seamlessly with the gps and without internet. Was informative and my 11 year old loved it. Also liked how it played music when it wasn’t talking or telling you were to go.
Hripsime_T, Mar 2026
We loved the Shaka guide! Enjoyed stops, music and stories on the way! Would highly recommend! My kids enjoyed it too
Jerry_H, Mar 2026
We really enjoyed the audio tour. They had very helpful information and suggested places that we wouldn't have known about. We particularly enjoyed the Ke'Anea peninsula, several lookouts, the arboretum and food trucks in Nahiku (monster fish taco) that were recommended.. We really enjoyed the tour and also some Hawaii history as we returned.
Jeffery_K, Mar 2026
This did not work very well at all. Total waste of money. Tried to start up numerous times and it never worked as advertised.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Jeffery!
That's definitely not the seamless, joyful start we want anyone to have with us, and we're truly sorry it didn't work as advertised after you tried to start it up numerous times.
We really aim to make sure everyone gets to experience the aloha we share, and we're concerned that this wasn't your experience. Since you snagged your tour through Viator, the best and quickest path to help or a refund is usually right through your Viator ticket.
But please, if you'd like us to take a deeper dive into what happened, or just need a friendly chat to understand how the tour works, don't hesitate to reach out to us directly at aloha@shakaguide.com. We'd truly be grateful for the opportunity to connect and see what we can do to make things right.
Mahalo for letting us know,
Shaka Guide Support
karen_o, Mar 2026
This was amazing! My husband and I drove the road to Hana on our own. The guided tour was not only great at describing everything and telling us all about the history, it was perfectly timed location wise and was helpful along the drive as there was no service for the majority of it and we could not access the maps apps. Make sure you download it before you leave on the day of your trip. We also loved the music and the historical stories on the long ride back to Kīhei. Highly recommend this guided audio tour!
Martha_D, Feb 2026
I don’t usually give reviews, but this tour deserves it! It is a simple download that gives great info to entertain during the drive and provides very helpful suggestions and directions for the “must sees”. Totally worth the money and easy to use!
Jennifer_M, Feb 2026
This GPS-guided tour was recommended by a local sandwich shop where we picked up food to bring on the road to Hana. I'm so glad we decided to download this tour! It narrated our drive, taught us a lot along the way, and kept us entertained. It was also nice to have a heads-up on upcoming stops that we otherwise would not have known about. Highly recommend.
Linda_G, Feb 2026
Excellent app that made the road to Hana easy, enjoyable & time efficient. It’s like having your own personal tour guide. Very clever app that tracks locations with GPS. Well done to the creators.
Highly recommend.
Mike_G, Feb 2026
Much better than a tour. Drive was not bad. Narration was great
My wife gets car sick and she drove and no issues
Louis_G, Feb 2026
Audio travel guide was accurate, interesting & timely. Stops well thought out. GPS worked perfectly. Music & stories set a great tone for the day. The day went PERFECTLY & the Shaka Audio Guide was the reason why.
Steve_R, Feb 2026
This is a must do - no question about it- the best $20 you can spend for a full day investment on the road - they have thought if everything na sits super user friendly
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Steve,
That Hāna drive is a full-day commitment, so having something steady in the passenger seat makes a difference. When it’s simple to use and the timing lines up with the road, you can just focus on the drive instead of managing it. Sounds like it delivered solid value for the day.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Jilleen_D, Feb 2026
This was a great way to hear facts and stops along the way. We felt like we had a tour guide with us!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Jilleen,
That’s the goal right there. Hāna feels very different when you’ve got context and timing riding along with you instead of guessing what’s coming next. When it feels like you’ve got a guide in the passenger seat without the group tour pace, the drive just flows better.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Jeffrey_F, Feb 2026
This app is a fantastic audio guide that provides driving instructions, as well as tons of historical and cultural information. It keeps you on track, whether you stop and visit a site or reverse direction to see something that was missed. We also enjoyed the cultural music that filled in the time between narrations.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Jeffrey,
That flexibility is a big part of what makes Hāna manageable. Being able to stop, double back, or change plans without losing the thread of the tour takes a lot of pressure off the drive. When the directions and cultural context line up together, it feels less like navigation and more like understanding where you are.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
YeonKyung_E, Feb 2026
👍 👍 It’s an excellent choice! If you’re planning to visit the Road of Hana, this guide is a must-have!
Michael_L, Jan 2026
The Shaka guide was a great resource to have to accompany us on the drive to Hana. We were amazed with how well it synced up with our drive. The only issue we had was more with the connection with the rental car audio, which would occasionally lose connection with the tour
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Michael,
That sync moment on Hāna makes the drive feel a lot smoother, so I’m glad that part worked the way it should. Rental car audio systems can be hit or miss depending on the vehicle and connection method, and they’ll sometimes drop Bluetooth or CarPlay briefly. Good to hear it didn’t throw off the whole day though.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Christine_T, Jan 2026
This was a great guide to the Road to Hāna! We loved the narrative and the stories! It was great to know all the stops and how much time had elapsed and how much time was left in the journey! I highly recommend! We learned a lot about the Island of Maui
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Christine,
That timing awareness makes a big difference on Hāna. Knowing how far you’ve gone and what’s still ahead helps you relax into the drive instead of constantly checking the clock. Glad the stories and pacing helped shape the day and gave you a deeper feel for Maui along the way.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Brian_D, Jan 2026
wry detailed for every stop on the way, won’t miss anything. also very informative about the past and how the road to hana was made
Dave_M, Jan 2026
The audio tours are good and informative. Has history and stop details along the way. some pretty views and waterfalls. The Hanna Road is a curvy nightmare to drive. So, if anyone get motion sickness I would avoid it.
Maureen_S, Jan 2026
He was super fun to listen to! And we learned a lot! Would definitely use again when we return to Maui
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Aloha Maureen,
Sounds like the narration kept things light while still sharing enough to make the drive interesting. When the guide’s easy to listen to, the whole Hana run feels less long and more like part of the experience. Glad it worked well enough that you’d use it again next time you’re back on Maui.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Joyce_H, Jan 2026
Works well! GPS was right on! And loved all the advanced notice about food, bathrooms, etc. Make sure you bring charging cords. Definitely will use again!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Aloha Joyce,
Glad the Classic Road to Hana tour treated you well. Those heads-ups about food, bathrooms, and timing make a long drive feel a lot more manageable, especially when GPS is firing right on cue.
And yes, charging cords are always a good call on that route. Sounds like you used it exactly how it’s meant to be used.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Dean_Z, Jan 2026
It was amazing how GPS nailed exactly where we were, guiding us to the special parts (actually all of the Road to Hana was special) of our tour. It gave us every highlight and advised how to park (if possible) and get to each one. My only wish, beyond what we got, was to repeat the entire tour while returning, so that we could identify and make a decision about what we passed up on the way to Hana and decided to stop on the way back. Still, we saw lots of amazing things.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Aloha Dean,
Love hearing that the GPS timing felt spot-on, especially on the Road to Hana where knowing when and where to pull over makes all the difference.
You’re right, every stretch of that drive has something worth noticing. The idea of replaying the tour on the return is a good one, and we hear that wish from folks who realize how much they passed on the first go. Sounds like you still packed in a lot and had a solid day out there.
Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
Scott_C, Dec 2025
A lot of information - both local hot spots as well as Hawaiian history. The application was easy to use and did not depend on cell coverage. The tour master's humor was a little cheesy, but we got used to them after a while. Overall, I highly recommend this tour guide.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Aloha Scott,
Mahalo for the great review and for recommending the Classic Road to Hana tour! We’re glad you enjoyed the mix of local highlights and Hawaiian history, and that the app worked smoothly without needing cell service. We appreciate the note on the humor too—it’s always fun to hear how that lands with different travelers.
Thanks again for touring with us, and we hope to guide you on another adventure soon.
Warm aloha,
Leo H 🤙
Shaka Guide — Aloha Guest Experience Team
Amy_C, Dec 2025
I had a little difficulty getting the tour started, but once I got it working, the rest of the day was smooth sailing and went wonderful!! I wouldn’t do this tour any other way after experiencing the Shaka Tour!! Great information, but not overbearing, wonderful tips and suggestions on places to stop, helped me stay on schedule according to what I was wanting to do/see…I could go on and on…it was wonderful! I was traveling solo (my cousins bailed on me at the last minute..boo!), so it helped me to feel so much more comfortable being alone. Thanks Shaka, you played a big part in creating some very cool memories and me having an amazing day on the Road to Hana!
Sonata_S, Nov 2025
Must have to experience famous road to Hana. Perfect guide, great suggestions. It worked without internet access. Highly recommend!!!!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Aloha Sonata!
Mahalo for the love on our Classic Road to Hāna tour! Glad the tips, timing, and offline maps kept you cruising without stress. If you share photos or favorite stops, tag @shakaguide on IG, Pinterest, or TikTok, or @shakaguideapps on Facebook — we’d love to see your adventure!
Mahalo!
Leo H
and the Shaka Guide team
Doug_D, Oct 2025
Very exciting and the tour very informative.
Sat on an edge seat. A bit scary with nothing to hang on to except the buttons on the seat cushion. I squeezed really hard!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing! 😄 We’re glad you found the tour exciting and informative—sounds like quite the adventure on that edge seat! Safety first, but we love that you held on tight and enjoyed the experience. 🎢✨
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