Mar 9, 2015 | Maui Made, Paia, Road to Hana Nature, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
The Hala Tree is a very distinctive looking tree, growing up to 20 feet tall each tree has thick aerial roots that spread out into the ground. There are male and female versions of the Hala tree, the fronds of each have long bent leaves and the female produces an 8...
Mar 1, 2015 | Paia, Road to Hana Nature, Road to Hana Weather, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
It would be almost impossible to drive the Road to Hana without seeing any waterfalls. They are everywhere on the way to Hana, and their beauty is one of the main reasons people drive the Road to Hana. However, not all the waterfalls are always flowing – it...
Feb 27, 2015 | Hawaiin legends, KE'ANAE PENNINSULA, Paia, Road to Hana Nature, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
The fertile Keanae Peninsula is not only the start of the famous Hana coast, it’s also perfect for taro farming because of the constant rainfall and groundwater from the ocean. Hawaiian legend says Keanae was the first area to be blessed by the creator god Kane...
Feb 25, 2015 | Paia, Road to Hana Nature, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
There is beautiful bamboo all along the Road to Hana. If you drive the Hana Highway, you are guaranteed to see green stalks of bamboo. However, the best way to experience a true bamboo forest in to hike the Pipiwai Trail, located just above Oheo Gulch. Nothing else...
Feb 19, 2015 | Paia, Road to Hana Nature, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
Oheo Gulch, also known as the Seven Sacred Pools, is one of the most popular stops along the Road to Hana. It’s amazing at anytime of day, however, if you want the rare experience of having the pools all to yourself the early morning is the best time to do...
Feb 15, 2015 | Paia, Road to Hana Nature, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
One of the best stops along the Road to Hana is the Keanae Arboretum. It’s an easy stroll down a wide, paved trail, making it perfect for everyone in your group. There are lots of different plants and trees to see, and the best part is that everything is...
