13 days in Maui Itinerary

Stretching over 9.7 km (6 mi) of pristine south Maui coastline, Kihei is the island's driest and sunniest region, making it a perfect location for water activities and beach leisure.

Head to Kihei Kalama Village and 4th Friday Kiheifor plenty of shopping. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Ho'okipa Beach Park and Kamaole Beach Park II. When in Kihei, make a side trip to see Zipline in Haiku, approximately Haiku away. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Maluaka Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Makena Beach, stroll around Cove Park, and get some jogging in at Wailea Beach Path.

To find maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Kihei trip planning app.

New York City to Kihei is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from New York City to Kihei, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. In July, daily temperatures in Kihei can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 72°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Maalaea.

Māalaea is a census-designated place (CDP) in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. You'll get in some beach time at Haycraft Park and Maalaea Beach. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Bike Park Maui and Spas. Change things up with these side-trips from Maalaea: Haiku Mill (in Haiku), Sherri Reeve (in Makawao) and Paia (Paia Contemporary Gallery, Maui Dharma Center, &more).

To see maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Maalaea route planner.

Maalaea is very close to Kihei. In August, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 73°F. On the 10th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.