Road To Hana: Audio Driving Tour in Maui booking from $9.99

Road To Hana: Audio Driving Tour

Overview

Download GyPSy Guide's self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Road To Hana road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location.

You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights and lessor known gems including Maui's most famous black sand beach, numerous picturesque waterfalls, green sea turtle spotting beaches, and the best place to see the brightly colored Rainbow Eucalyptus trees.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
✅ Travel at your own pace
✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
✅ No time limits or expiry, free updates
✅ Includes 3 driving route options

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

City: Maui

Mon 23 Dec

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What's Included

GyPSy Guide Audio App & Road To Hana Tour

Freedom to explore at your own pace

Email, chat and call support

In-App travel tips, tour planning advice and suggested itineraries

Ability to design your own itinerary based on your time and interests

Stories, tips and directions that play automatically based on your location

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO GET YOUR AUDIO TOUR:

DOWNLOAD the free GyPSy Guide app, sign in with your existing Apple/GooglePlay profile and REDEEM your voucher code to unlock your tour.

The link to download the free app and your unique voucher code are sent in a separate email with the subject line: “Instructions for GyPSy Guide Audio Tour” or “Your Tour Operator Sent You a Message About Your (Viator) Booking”. Also check any junk/spam/promotions folder.

With no time limit or expiry, it’s best to download from your reliable home wifi or cell signal before you head out on vacation. Once you’ve downloaded the app and tour there’s no need for wifi or cell signal as the tour operates offline using free GPS signal from satellites.

IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE VOUCHER CODE & INSTRUCTIONS EMAIL, PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE FOR SUPPORT TO CALL BACK ON TOLL FREE 1866 477 4171.

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Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please follow current State and National Park guidelines.

What To Expect

Hana Highway - Road to Hana

As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route(s) to match your interests and schedule. Or you can use our trip planners for our suggestions on half, full or multi day itineraries. Some of the many highlights are listed below;

Ke'anae Arboretum

The Arboretum at Keanae is an easy, no-cost location where you can see a collection of tropical plants and trees. It takes less than 30 minutes to see and get pictures of the golden-stemmed bamboo, ginger, papaya and hibiscus. Continuing along the trail the follows the Piinaau Stream, leads walkers to to terraces that were created by ancient Hawaiians for taro cultivation. Perhaps the star of the show at the Arboretum is that you can get up close to the Rainbow Eucalyptus trees with its brightly colored bark, that looks too good to be true.

Hana Lava Tube

The Hana Lava Tube is a location where you can enter Maui's most accessible lava tube. You don't have to go all the way inside if you find caves claustrophobic - but if you are comfortable with it, its lots of fun to explore.

Ke‘anae Point

Ke'anae Point is on a flat peninsula that juts out into the ocean was created by an outflow of volcanic lava from Haleakala which looms above us. It left behind a little oasis, ideal for taro farming. There is a picturesque small church made out of coral and lava rock, more than a century and a half ago. It's nice to watch the waves pound away at the spire-like rocky outcrops for a while and you are almost guaranteed of being able to find some coconuts along the shore.

Twin Falls Maui

Twin Falls is usually the first location along the Road to Hana drive where you will want to get out of the car and enjoy a short hike. The falls are picturesque, you can cross the stream in many places and bamboo forest is seen along the 1.5 mile trail. There are choices about how far you want to go and what to see. Trail is frequently muddy so wear appropriate footwear. The farmstand is a great place to grab a morning tropical fruit smoothie.

Wailua Falls

There are almost countless waterfalls along the Road to Hana drive, as it winds its way through gulches and ravines along the side of the Haleakala Volcano. Beauty can be arbitrary, but for many, Wailua Falls is the most picturesque. Located between Hana and the Oheo Pools, be sure to stop and capture some classic pictures at this beautiful location.

Upper Waikani Falls

Waikani Falls is also called the 3 Bears Falls and it is one of the most popular falls on the Road to Hana because of its fun interpretation. After heavy rain, water cascades over the falls in one big, thick stream - one big bear. But when less water is flowing, it turns into 3 separate falls, one large, one medium and one small.

Koki Beach

On the same turnoff that takes us to Hamoa Beach, we can stop and enjoy the view to the ex-cindercone that created the quirky-looking Alau Island, that sits about a quarter mile off Koki Beach. Not just a fun photo, this location is also steeped in Ancient Hawaiian legends about Pele - the Goddess of Volcanoes, and the demigod Maui.

Hamoa Beach

Yes, you have your choice of beaches on the Road to Hana, but this little crescent shaped sandy beach is timed perfectly on the drive to stretch your legs and cool off or rest under a tree. While there are public bathrooms and showers, there are no lifeguards. When conditions are calm, it's family friendly, but always keep a close eye on the younger members of your party.

Wai'anapanapa State Park

Wai'anapanapa State Park is home to Maui's most famous black sand beach and a park that includes several excellent examples of Maui's volcanic coast. Follow the signs to explore along the beach to spot the sea arch off shore and find the blowhole. This is also a place steeped in Hawaiian legend. It's a must-stop on the tour, with reservations required for entry.

Pipiwai Trail

Pipiwai Trail would have to be the favorite hiking trail on the Road to Hana. It is located at the Oheo Gulch area of Kipahulu, at the end of the drive. Since it is inside Haleakala National Park, be aware that you will need to show your NPS pass for entry, or purchase one on arrival. The full hike is a 4-mile loop trail, that climbs 650 feet of elevation. This is a moderate hike, but if conditions are hot, it can feel strenuous. Part of the way along the trail, you will be rewarded with views of the Makihiku Falls. If finding the hike difficult, this is a good place to turn back. Most will continue the hike to Waimoku Falls, the highlight and furthermost point. Sections through bamboo forest are especially peaceful. Expect the hike to take 2+ hours depending on your fitness level. So as long as you arrive at the trail by 2pm, you will have lots of time to hike and then drive back.

Ohe'o Gulch

At the end of the Road to Hana drive lies the Oheo Gulch at Kipahulu. This is the ocean level extension of the Haleakala National Park, which spans from the summit at over 10,000 feet, down to this location at sea level. The favorite location in the gulch are the Oheo Pools, which are also known as the Seven Sacred Pools. Pools are opened and closed for swimming and wading depending on conditions, so best to check ahead. There are also short walks available, including views to the wild ocean shore that is typical at this location. This is also the location of the trailhead for the Pipiwai Trail. Since the Oheo Gulch is within the National Park you must pay for entry, or show your existing National Park Pass.

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Tayah M

Sep 2022

I was unable to download this after I paid for it. The 800 number for assistance went to voice-mail. I had to buy from another company. Shaka Guide and their tour was great. Viator refused to refund so I will never buy anything from Viator again.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Hi Tayah, thanks for taking the time to share your experience. As soon as you purchased the tour, we sent detailed redemption instructions to you through TripAdvisor including how to download our free app from the App and Play Stores and redeem your tour voucher code. If any guests need our assistance, we can be contacted by phone or by messaging us through TripAdvisor. Our phone does occasionally go to voicemail when we're on another call, but we do ask any callers to leave a message as we'll always promptly return your call if we happen to miss you. Unfortunately if we don't receive a voicemail message from you, we have no way of knowing that you need our help! We hope that you'll give us a chance on a future road trip, and we can be contacted by phone with any questions you may have about the app or our audio tours ahead of your next road trip.

timmurphy913

Aug 2022

We have used GyPSy numerous times and LOVE it. He tells you the Highlights of each adventure, the "must stop" stops, and provides entertaining and informative content along the way. Not only are you much more efficient, you don't miss any of the highlights. My first check when heading out on an adventure if to see if GyPSy has it covered. You won't be dissapointed

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Hi Tim, Thanks for taking the time to let us know how much you're enjoying the app! We're delighted to hear that you include us on your road trip checklist, and look forward to joining you on the road again soon.

Emma2210

Aug 2022

Such a clever thing, it works from your GPS on your social phone. No mobile signal is needed which is great as there was no signal in n our entire trip. I bought access to the trip directly from the website and downloaded the App directly from the App Store and had no problems. I have seen other reviews where they had issues is buying via a 3rd party. Loved the commentary and the stories, especially on the way home which were very much needed as we were all so tired. One watch out is there is so much pointed out on this trip you could get carried away (as we did) and end up driving home in the dark!!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Hi Emma, Thanks for bringing us along with you on the Road to Hana! We do recommend buying the tours direct where possible for a smoother process, and appreciate your recommendation on this. Glad you all made it back safely in the dark and enjoyed the commentary.

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