What is the busiest month in Maui?

What is the busiest month in Maui? According to data from the Hawaii Tourism Authority, if you want to visit Maui with the fewest crowds, you should visit in January, February, September, October, or November. The busiest months on Maui are March, June, July, August, and December.

What part of Maui is most crowded?

The Ka`anapali area is the most densely crowded, due, perhaps to its high-rise development. We stayed at the Sheraton Maui at Kaanapali the end of July-beginning of August 2005. If you compare their beaches to the New Jersey shore, they are desolate.

Is Maui too crowded?

Mayor Victorino is responsible for overseeing the state's second-largest island, Maui - one of the areas most stretched by increased demand. Its 30 miles of unspoiled beaches draw in up to 300,000 arrivals each month, but current visitor numbers exceed even pre-pandemic levels.

How many days do you need in Maui?

The average visitor to Maui spends 8.1 days on the island. How long you should stay depends on what you want to do, but you should plan to spend a minimum of five days on Maui.

What is the best part of Maui to stay?

Wailea: For high-end lodgings, look no further than Wailea. This area includes several incredible beachfront resorts, condo complexes, a lovely outdoor mall, and several quality restaurants. Our favorite luxury resorts include the Four Seasons Maui, Hotel Wailea, the Wailea Beach Marriott, and the Grand Wailea.

Is it safe to swim in Maui at night?

Don't enter the water at dawn, dusk or night when sharks are most active and/or moving closer to shore to find food.

Is Maui an expensive vacation?

Is vacationing in Maui expensive? Based on our calculations, a trip to Maui for two people can easily cost $500 per person, per day. So yes, Maui deserves its reputation as an expensive vacation destination.

Which is better Maui or Oahu?

But, there are important differences between Maui and Oahu vacations. If you're looking for a typical Hawaiian tourist vacation, Oahu offers Waikiki Beach, historical memorials and modern culture. Meanwhile, travelers should head to Maui to enjoy outdoorsy adventures, from snorkeling to hiking volcanic peaks.

What are the best and worst months to go to Maui?

The best times to visit Maui are April through May and September through November. The spring and fall shoulder seasons provide the pleasant weather Hawaii vacationers seek without the high rates and heavy crowds that accompany the summer and winter.

What months can you swim in Maui?

Water Temperatures in Maui In June and July, when temperatures are at their highest, the water is generally about 78°F/25°C, making it perfect or Molokini snorkeling. In August and September, when temperatures may slide back a few degrees, the water has gotten really warm and may be 80°F/26.6°C.

Is it safe to swim in the ocean in Maui?

If you want to avoid your biggest chance of having a shark encounter on Maui, just avoid the ocean during the early and late hours. A Few More Tips: Do Not urinate in the ocean, and Do Not enter the ocean while bleeding or while having any open wounds. Natural Resources website.

Does Maui get cold at night?

If you go to the higher elevations on Maui and the Big Island, be prepared for cold temperatures. Temperatures above 10,000 feet will only reach the 40s to near 50 during the day and drop into the 20s at night. At elevations above 12,000 feet it is still possible for snow to occur, even into early May.

Is 7 days in Maui too long?

A week won't be too long at all. That gives you just enough time to get the aloha in your blood. On our last trip we stayed 10 days and had plenty to do. Theres lots of things to keep you busy...so you can pick a few days to be really active, and a few days to relax.

Do you need a car when you visit Maui?

Do I need a car to get around on Maui? You can get around Maui by shuttle, tour bus, taxi or public transportation. But to really experience Maui, you should consider reserving a rental car in advance from the Kahului or Kapalua airports.

What months are off season in Maui?

The fall off-season on Maui is from September to November, before Thanksgiving. This is when the summer crowds dissolve and a new season is welcomed on the island. Island temperatures remain in the 80s during this time of year. There are many benefits to visiting during the off-season.

What is the rainy month in Maui?

The wet season in Maui lasts typically from November to March, although Wailea's location on Maui's leeward side gives it a microclimate that is drier than the rest of the island, even during the wetter winter months.

How do you avoid crowds in Maui?