What’s the difference between the Classic, Reverse, and Loop Road to Hana tours?

All three tours explore Maui’s famous Road to Hana, but the starting point, driving direction, and ending point are different. Here’s the breakdown:

? Classic Road to Hana

• Start: Kahului (near the airport)

• Route: Drive the Hana Highway past waterfalls, beaches, and scenic stops all the way to the Pools of Oheʻo in Kipahulu.

• Turnaround: After the Pools of Oheʻo, the tour instructs you to turn around and head back the exact same way.

• End: Paia

• Best for: First-timers who want the most straightforward route.

? Reverse Road to Hana

• Start: Kula (Upcountry Maui)

• Route: Begin on the back side of Hana, traveling through remote landscapes first. Continue through Hana town and then follow the Hana Highway towards Paia.

• End: Paia

• Best for: Early risers who want to avoid morning traffic and don’t mind starting with rougher, less-traveled roads.

? Loop Road to Hana

• Start: Kahului (near the airport)

• Route: Drive the Hana Highway the same way as the Classic, all the way to the Pools of Oheʻo.

• Continue: Instead of turning around, you keep driving forward along the back side of Hana through rugged, scenic countryside.

• End: Kula town

• Best for: Adventurers who want to see the full circle in one trip.

✨ Quick Tip:

• Want the simplest, safest option? → Classic

• Want fewer crowds and don’t mind bumpy roads? → Reverse

• Want it all in one day? → Loop

Need more help?
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