On behalf of the fire fighters and ocean safety lifeguards of the Maui Fire Department, I would like to welcome you to our islands. Our mission is to protect and preserve life, environment, and property but we also recognize the importance of prevention. Throughout this publication, you will find tips to ensure your time spent on Maui, Molokai, or Lanai is enjoyable and most importantly, safe. Whether you choose to hike our scenic and diverse trails, swim at one of our beautiful streams or waterfalls, or enjoy the sunshine at one of our spectacular beaches, there are actions you can take to ensure your safety. We highly recommend you adhere to all warning signs, check the island’s weather, and only visit guarded beaches. Our goal is to ensure you have a wonderful experience while visiting us.
Brad Ventura Maui Fire Chief
Mahalo,
Aloha From
808 Lifestyle & Safety Guide
Welcome to our 4th edition! We're thrilled to have you with us as we continue our mission of helping you experience the very best of Maui safely, confidently, and respectfully.
Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to your favorite island paradise, this guide is filled with local tips, safety information, and trusted resources to help you make the most of your time on Maui.
Mahalo for making the 808 Lifestyle & Safety Guide part of your journey. We hope this fourth issue inspires unforgettable memories while helping keep you, your loved ones, and our island community safe.
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Hawaiian Words to know
Aloha - Can be used to say “Hello” or “Goodbye.” Aloha also means kindness and love.
Mahalo - Means “Thank You”.
Kama’aina - A local Hawaiian resident.
Ohana - Family in an extended sense of the term, including bloodrelated or family of an adoptive nature. A mutual respect for one another will refer to each other as part of their family or their Ohana.
Pau Hana - Time after work. Pau Hana is what many locals say when they are finished working for the day.
No Ka ‘Oi - Means the best or the finest.
A Hui Hou - A great phrase for when you leave someone you admire, it means until we meet again.
Mauka and Makai - ‘Mauka’ is the mountain and ‘Makai’ is the ocean. You will hear directions that refer to ‘go towards the mauka’ or ‘the makai’.
Shaka - Is the very popular hand gesture of extended thumb and pinkie. This gesture symbolizes the Aloha spirit.
Pupu - You will read this term on many of the restaurant menu’s, it means appetizer.
Honu - Means turtle. The Honu is a symbol of wisdom and good luck. The Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle is the only indigenous reptile in Hawaii. For Hawaiians, the Honu is a form of a guardian spirit, or amakua.
Wahine - Looking for the women's bathroom? This word will be on the door.
Kane - This word will appear on the men's bathroom door.
Lu‘au - This event is so much more than a party that includes hula dancing. The word lū‘au itself actually refers to leaves of the taro plant, which has great significance in the Hawaiian culture.
First Responders Spotlight
The Maui County Department of Fire and Public Safety is proud to highlight two of the amazing ladies in our department, not only for the work they do for the community as firefighters, but both are soon to be first-time mothers as well.
Firefighter II Kelsey Manning is assigned to Rescue 10 in Kahului with 10 years in the department. She graduated in 2008 from West Grand High School in Kremmling, Colorado and then earned a BA in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado-Boulder in 2012, while also completing Emergency Medical Technician training in 2011. She joined the Maui Fire Department in 2016 as part of Recruit Class 32. Manning spent time in at the Kaunakakai, Molokai station and the Napili Fire Station before being promoted to Firefighter II in 2022, serving on Hazmat 10 in Kahului for three years, before moving to Rescue 10 in 2025. Manning has served as an instructor in the EMS and CPR training programs, as well as being part of the Rope Rescue cadre and part of the Logistics Section of the Maui Incident Management Team. In her non-working time, she has volunteered with the Maui Hero Project, is an avid mountaineer, having summitted Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, Denali, Kosciuszko, and fourteen other “fourteeners”. She has also sailed from Maui to Tahiti, has traveled to 28 countries (and counting), and is an avid canoeer. She is currently on Modified Special Assignment with the department as the Assistant Communications Coordinator and is due in early September.
Firefighter I Tasha Pagdilao is assigned to the Napili Fire Station with seven years of firefighting experience. She graduated from Lahainaluna High School in 2006 and attended the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs from 2006-2009, before completing her BBA in Management at the University of Hawaii-Manoa in 2011. She played softball at the collegiate level. Pagdilao was part of ARFF/MFD Recruit Class 34 in 2018, spending until 2020 as an ARFF Firefighter at Kahului Airport, before joining MFD later that year. She was initially stationed at the Lanai Fire Station, before moving to the Napili Fire Station in 2021. Pagdilao is an EMS instructor, as well as being an MFD Drone Operator, and part of the Hose training cadre. In her non-working time, Pagdilao is the President of the Board of the Lahaina Legends Youth Softball organization, coaches with both Valley Isle Softball Little League and is an Assistant Coach with Lahainaluna’s Varsity Softball program. She is currently on Modified Special Assignment with the department’s Training Bureau and is due in mid-October.
The Facts
Don’t leave your toddler or child alone in your hotel room. To find a babysitter, ask a concierge for the name of a qualified service that can provide trained short-term nannies.
Chdren
Lifeguards are not substitute babysitters.
Drownings
and non-fatal drownings occur in familiar surroundings during very short lapses in supervision. Do not expect a flotation device to protect your child. It is too easy for the child to become overconfident. Sunscreen should not be used on children under 6 months old. Keep them completely out of the sun. Don’t rely on swim lessons to protect your child. Swimming on vacation is very different from swimming at home. Ocean conditions can change minute to minute. And hotel pools vary in depth and size.
Stay Safe
• Supervise your children at all times, at the beach, at the pool, in the hotel or inn. Remember: water attracts toddlers and they can quickly crawl or toddle to it.
• Do not expect older children to supervise younger ones in the ocean or pool. They will be busy, distracted. . . and most likely do not have the skills to save a young child who needs help.
• Don’t send them in alone. Go into the water with your young children. Waves can be very rough; currents pull strong.
• Get reef shoes. Reef shoes are inexpensive and very effective for protecting children’s feet from beach rocks. Try to avoid touching or standing on coral.
Children who outgrow child safety seats (between 40 and 65 lbs. depending on seat weight limit) should be restrained in a booster seat until they are big enough to fit in an adult seat belt (approx. 80 lbs. and 4'9" tall).
Hawaii's Child Passenger Restraint Law requires children ages 4 - 7 years old ride in a child safety seat or booster seat when traveling in a motor vehicle. Children over 4’ 9”, or if the vehicle has lap-only seat belts in the rear seats.
• Protect your children from excessive sun and dress to avoid burn. The sun is strongest (between 10 am to 2 pm). Apply “reef safe” sunscreen liberally and frequently to children 6 months of age and older. Also, wearing protective clothing such as hats, long-sleeved shirts, sunglasses or rash guards and wetsuits in the water will help.
Waves intensity can change rapidly. Do not let your toddler play too close to the ocean.
Always take a charged cell phone with you to the beach or pool. Be ready to dial 911.
Maui County Rescue Tubes & Lifeguard Stations Locations
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 15 in Hawai’i, drowning is also the leading cause of death amongst our visitors. Hawaii had an average of 80 drowning deaths per year in the 10 years from 2013 to 2022. Public Access Rescue Tubes save lives!
• Rescue Tubes are yellow flotation devices and are mounted on poles along the beaches. Each pole has an ID number at the top. They can be used by potential rescuers or tossed out to victims in distress, helping them stay afloat while waiting for first responders to arrive.
• How to Use the Rescue Tube: First Call 911 with your location and number of victims. Loop tethered strap over shoulders and swim to victim. Push the Rescue Tube toward victim from about 10 feet away. Do not get close to victim and instruct victim to hold on and rest. Do not attempt to climb back onto rocky shorelines. Kick or swim away from the rocks and await emergency responders.
For more information about Ocean Saftey go to: www.RescueTubeFoundation.org
Over 57 Rescue Tubes are on South Maui Beaches between Makena Surf Resort and Kalama Beach Park. Over 97 Rescue Tubes are on West Maui Beaches between Papalaua and DT Fleming Beach Parks. N
Approach the ocean with care. Slow and easy, take no chances.
• Talk to a LIFEGUARD before going into the ocean. We recommend swimming at lifeguarded beaches only.
• Lifeguards perform approximately 1,100 rescues annually at Hawai‘i’s guarded beaches. Visitors account for only 12.6% of Hawai’i’s population on any given day, yet comprises 44.2% of hospital admissions for water-related injuries.
• Head and spine injuries make up over two-thirds (68.2%) of these water related visitor injuries.
• Waves come in groups. A “soft” wave may be followed by several waves growing in size and intensity...and danger. NEVER TURN YOUR BACK ON THE OCEAN. You’ll hear that important message again and again while you are here. Because we care about you. Because it’s true.
• Never try to jump over a breaking wave. Dive under and through a breaking wave.
• Don’t attempt to ‘’do like the locals.” You’ll probably see some bold escapades while you’re here: amazing surfers, daring divers, wave maestros. Most local surfers and divers have spent many years surviving the often violent, always-unpredictable ocean. YOU stay safe!
Rip Currents
Rip currents, are long, narrow bands of water that quickly pull any objects in them away from shore and out to sea.
They are dangerous but are relatively easy to escape if you stay calm. If a tide catches you:
• Do not struggle against the current.
• Do not swim toward shore. If you are a strong swimmer, swim parallel to the shore, across the current.
• If you cannot swim out of the riptide, float on your back and allow the riptide to take you away from shore until you are beyond the pull of the current. Rip currents generally subside 50 to 100 yards from shore.
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Some Good Advice from Hawai‘i’s Cops
Look at that sunshine. Inhale that fragrant air. See the smiles. Feel the peace. Certainly you are safe in Hawai‘i, aren’t you? Yes...compared to most tourist destinations in the world. But, crime does occur even in paradise.
In
their own words, here is advice from 4 Hawai‘i police ofcers:
• There is that vacation mentality. Visitors forget that this is like any other city. Similar laws apply, common sense applies and nature certainly does not comply.
• Visitors need to slow down. A lot of the tourists come over and they are used to driving mainland roads. We have steep slopes, narrow winding roads.
• Don’t slow down in the middle of the road because you see something interesting. Pull over to avoid accidents.
• Don’t go someplace unless you know where you are going. Stay away from areas where people are partying or hanging out in groups. Use the same precautions you would in any city.
• Vehicle break-ins happen, especially when cars are parked at isolated beaches or trails. Don’t leave anything valuable or important in your car. Ever.
• When I go on vacation, I take one credit card and keep it on my person.
• Be careful. We see people on the way to airport, they want to take in one last spot and they have everything in their car. And it gets stolen from their car.
• Parents of visitors should not be encouraging underage drinking or letting their kids go out late at night. They can get their a$$ beat up. I’m sure there’s a better way to say that but it’s true. Parents really need to check on their kids.
• Burglaries. People staying in ground floor units… they are leaving (doors) wide open. If people would use the stick that is provided or whatever they use on the door, so (burglars) can’t just reach around and unlock the door.
• Always keep your ID with you, even out hiking and at the beach. Use the hotel safe. Leave nothing in your car.
• What we (police) see is people (visitors) who are out looking for drugs. These guys who are out selling dope… they aren’t exactly upstanding citizens. Just go a few days without your dope and just enjoy the scenery.
• We target criminals who target visitors. Some criminals target visitors because they will be gone, and the prosecution may be harder to go forward with. (In criminal cases, the state often pays for the victim to return for prosecution.)
On the Road
HONK! . . . Only If You Have To!
The Facts
We take our car horns seriously. In Hawai’i, a honking car horn is a mini emergency siren. It means something bad is about to happen. “Danger! Look OUT!”
Please use your horn judiciously. Don’t toot as a hoot, just to say hi to a friend. Don’t honk to urge someone or something (another driver?) to move. That’s considered rude. And it could get you some nasty comments or gestures from other drivers.
A friendly way to stay safe: It’s common on the islands for pedestrians and drivers to make eye contact.
A shaka sign or a nod of the head from both parties means they are focused on safety.
Getting where you want to go in these islands – whether you are walking, driving or biking – means you will encounter of variety of situations.
Our mountains also mean you’ll need to take extra caution. You’ll occasionally find yourself driving a narrow winding hillside with a mountain of earth on one side and a raging ocean on the other. Careful driving is more important than a glimpse at the scenery. Let the other occupants of your car enjoy the views. YOU keep your mind on your driving.
Stay Safe
For your own safety, use the crosswalk, even if it means walking a few extra feet. Follow these good rules from Hawai’i’s Department of Transportation: Walkers:
• Always cross at a crosswalk or at the corner.
• Look for oncoming vehicles before stepping down from sidewalk.
• When possible, establish eye contact with drivers and continue looking left-right-left while crossing. Remember that oncoming vehicles may approach quicker than anticipated.
• Make sure you are seen: wear bright or light colored clothing and use retro-reflective materials when dark outside.
Drivers:
• Stay focused and alert for sudden pedestrian movement in your car's direction when driving.
• Remember that pedestrians crossing multi-lane streets may be hidden from your view by a stopped car until they cross in front of you.
• Be extra vigilant when it is dark outside as most pedestrians fatalities occur at dawn or dusk.
• Be courteous! Stay to the right...pull over and let faster traffic pass.
A Voyage of Hope, Community and Connection
October 3 – 4, 2026 | Maui to Lāna ʻi and back
Each fall, hundreds of paddlers gather on Maui’s shoreline for a journey unlike any other: a 36-mile roundtrip canoe voyage across the ʻAuʻau Channel to Lāna ʻi and back, united by a shared purpose to support Maui County families impacted by cancer.
Now entering its 17th year, Paddle for Life began with a bold idea and a belief in the strength of cancer survivors.
In 2009, Uncle Kimokeo Kapahulehua was paddling with the Pink Paddlers of Manaʻolana, a group of breast cancer survivors who found healing through paddling, chant, laughter and friendship. Inspired by their resilience, he envisioned taking the men and women on an extraordinary canoe voyage across the ʻAuʻau Channel and around the island of Lāna ʻi.
Some questioned whether the journey would be too difficult or dangerous for cancer survivors. Uncle Kimokeo saw it differently. He believed in their strength.
He brought the idea to Jeff Scharnhorst at Pacific Cancer Foundation, who immediately recognized the deeper meaning of the voyage. Cancer survivors had already navigated some of life’s roughest waters. The journey through cancer, like the journey across the channel, was a voyage, not a race.
With the leadership of Uncle Kimokeo, Anela Gutierrez, Jeff Scharnhorst and Coach Ellen Federoff, the first voyages came to life. Together, they coordinated canoes and crews, escort and safety boats, fuel, food, camping, fundraising and countless logistical details. Those early efforts laid the foundation for what would become one of Pacific Cancer Foundation’s most meaningful traditions. Today, Paddle for Life brings together cancer survivors, caregivers, supporters and paddlers from across Hawaiʻi and beyond. Guided by Uncle Kimokeo’s enduring vision and made possible by the dedication of hundreds of volunteers and community partners, the voyage continues to evolve while remaining rooted in the spirit that inspired its beginning: courage, connection and collective care.
The 2026 Paddle for Life takes place October 3–4, with approximately 300 participants expected to make the journey from Maui to Lāna ʻi and back. Over two days, paddlers cross the channel in outrigger canoes, gather overnight on Lāna ʻi, and return to Maui supported by an extensive network of escort boats, volunteers, and medical and safety personnel.
For the 2026 voyage, safety planning is led by Gordon Gillis of Safety Services Hawaii, with updated protocols and strengthened medical preparedness supporting participants throughout the open-ocean journey. From advance planning and participant readiness to coordinated support on the water, the safety and medical team plays an essential role in making this extraordinary community voyage possible.
But Paddle for Life is more than a test of endurance. Every mile carries a deeper purpose.
Over the past 17 years, the event has inspired thousands of participants and raised millions of dollars to support the cancer ʻohana across Maui, Lāna ʻi and Molokaʻi. Funds raised help Pacific Cancer Foundation provide free services for cancer patients, survivors and families throughout Maui County, including patient navigation, transportation assistance, support groups, wellness programs, nutritional support and other practical resources that help ease the burdens of a cancer diagnosis.
For many participants, the voyage is deeply personal. Some paddle in honor of a loved one. Some carry the memory of someone they have lost. Some have faced cancer themselves. Others show up to stand beside friends, family members and neighbors navigating one of life’s most difficult journeys.
That spirit of collective support has shaped Paddle for Life from the beginning and continues to guide its future. As the event grows and evolves, Pacific Cancer Foundation remains committed to preserving what makes the voyage so special: the strength of the paddling community, the connection between Maui and Lāna ʻi, and the belief that no one should face cancer alone.
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Creatures
There’s a wonderful, colorful, exciting world waiting for you just below the sea’s surface. That world includes an amazing array of things you should watch, but not touch. The moray eel, for example, has a friendly face but sharp ragged teeth that can tear flesh easily and bacteria in its mouth can cause infection. Sea urchins, scorpion fish, cone snails, anemone sting upon contact with skin. Coral lining the ocean floor is sharp and jagged and will cut the skin. Wear footwear at all times when wading to avoid accidental cuts while diving or snorkeling near coral reefs.
Sharks
Incidents of sharks biting people are very rare, considering the number of people in Hawai‘i’s waters. About 3 or 4 people a year are bitten, Resources statistics. However:
• Swim or surf at beaches patrolled by lifeguards.
• Swim in guarded areas and stay close to the shore.
• Avoid swimming at dawn, dusk and at night.
• Don’t swim with bleeding wounds.
• Avoid murky water, harbor entrances and stream mouths.
• Don’t swim alone.
• Don’t wear bright jewelry or high contrasting colors.
• Refrain from excessive splashing.
• Don’t swim if sharks are known to be present.
• Avoid swimming near fishermen.
• Be alert if turtles and fish are fleeing the area.
• Late September thru early November are the most predominant period for shark encounters.
Jellyfish
Two kinds of jellyfish, Box jellyfish and Portuguese Man-of-War, show up in Hawai’i’s waters 8-10 days after each full moon. Neither is usually deadly, but the stings of either are extremely painful. If you see jellyfish while you are snorkeling, steer clear of the area. Watch for jellyfish warnings posted on beaches. If you are stung, see a lifeguard for assistance. If there is no lifeguard present:
• Immediately flood the sting area with water.
• Remove any tentacles from the skin using a credit card or other object. DO NOT USE YOUR FINGERS.
• Do not rub the sting with sand or anything else
• Apply vinegar and heat packs if available. Otherwise, take a hot shower or sit in a hot jacuzzi. Heat works best to neutralize the tentacles neurotoxins. Take Tylenol/ibuprofen for the pain.
• Call 911 or seek medical attention if victim has shortness of breath, weakness, muscle cramps or other signs of distress, or if a red streaks develop near the sting area.
The Hawaiian Lifeguard Association posts its monthly Box Jellyfish calendar at: oceansafety.hawaii.gov
Centipedes
Common on Maui, they thrive in the warm, damp environment. A bite is very painful, and the pain can be excruciating. If bitten, wash the wound with soap and water, apply a wrapped ice pack for 10-minute intervals, and take over-the-counter pain relievers and antihistamines as needed. If you are having a severe allergic reaction seek immediate medical care.
STAY SAFE
• Please be kind to our ocean creatures, for their safety and yours. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) recommend you stay at least 150 feet from all marine mammals and sea turtles.
• Keep your hands out of submerged, rocky holes and crevices.
• Do not touch, stand or walk on, kick, or collect coral. Coming in close contact hurts both you and the coral, which is a living organism.
• Do not touch or pick up animals in tide pools. Many animals have a natural defense and will sting or bite if they are touched.
Humpback Whales
Whale watching season in Maui is November-May with peak season typically running between mid-January and March. Whale watching boats on Maui must stay at least 100 yards away from whales to ensure the safety of both the animals and the observers.
Green Sea Turtle HONU
The most common species is the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle (Honu), and it is illegal to touch, harass, or
Coral Reefs
They are actual living animals and can be harmed. Avoid standing, walking upon, or kicking coral. Never touch corals. They are sharp and can cut you. AND use a reef-safe sunscreen.
Safety GUIDE
Dolphins
The most frequently observed dolphins are the Spinner dolphin, and the Bottlenose dolphin. It is illegal to intentionally swim with wild dolphins in Hawaii. It's important to view them from a respectful distance and not disturb them.
The most endangered species found on Maui. View them from a distance of at least 50 feet (150 feet from a mother and pup), as they are protected species. It is illegal to disturb them. Volunteers often cordon off resting areas to keep the seals safe. It is crucial to follow their guidance. 15
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Tsunamis
Historically, tsunamis have been a significant threat to Hawaii. There are 2 types of tsunamis: those created by an earthquake in the Pacific Rim and those locally-generated.
Locally Generated Tsunamis:
• If the tsunami is locally generated, the warning time can be just seconds or minutes. If the earth shakes, beachgoers must move to high ground, go far inland, quickly.
• If you’re at the beach and you feel the earth shake, run for high ground. Don’t worry about grabbing your blanket and equipment – get your family and run as far inland and as high as you can go.
Tsunamis Generated Elsewhere:
• For tsunami’s generated outside of Hawai‘i, but approaching the Hawaiian islands, Emergency Management sirens will sound at least 3 hours before the first wave arrival and you will have time to evacuate in an orderly way.
• Listen for further developments and obey instructions issued through the Emergency Alert System.
• Listen to your hotel representative for official Emergency Management announcements and instructions.
During and After:
• No surfing. Tsunami’s wall of water will be filled with debris.
• Never go down to investigate tsunami damage. More waves may be coming. Wait until Emergency Management gives the all-clear signal.
• Leave telephone and communications lines open for emergencies.
• If you are in hotel you may be asked to do a vertical evacuation, heading to the higher floors of the building instead of evacuating the area.
Hurricanes
A hurricane includes high winds, heavy rain, flooding, and high surf. Hawai‘i’s hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30.
The Hawai‘i State Emergency Management provides an early warning system through the use of “Watches and Warnings” with statewide notification by sirens.
• A “watch” indicates that hurricane/tropical storm conditions are possible in the specified areas, usually within 36 hours.
• A “warning” indicates that a hurricane/tropical storm conditions are possible in the specified areas, usually within 24 hours.
Snorkeling
It looks easy, but it can be deadly!
In recent years, more than half of all visitors who drowned in Hawaii did so while snorkeling. Many were past middle age or had medical conditions.
• Familiarize yourself with your equipment. Practice in a pool or shallow water first.
• Always snorkel with a friend and stay in close visual contact with your partner.
• Acquaint yourself with the snorkeling area and the water conditions. Use caution when entering and leaving the water.
For beach and ocean conditions for all of Hawaii's guarded beaches visit: hawaiibeachsafety.com
The Ocean
• Swim only in designated, lifeguard-patrolled beaches. Check with lifeguards for today’s wave conditions.
• Read and observe posted sign warnings.
• If you need help, shout “help!” and wave an arm to get attention. Do not yell out a family member’s name; this limits the attention – and help – you will attract.
• Remain calm. Panic leads to drowning because of increased, useless movement and more oxygen usage. Read and memorize the rip current warning on the preceding page. Exhaustion is why people drown!
• People drown after being swept off rocks. Watching big waves from rocks next to the ocean is very dangerous. Numerous people have lost their lives when large waves knock them into the ocean.
• If you’ve indulged in alcohol or drugs (prescription or other) that may hamper your responses, STAY OUT OF THE WATER.
For beach and ocean conditions for all of Hawaii's guarded beaches visit: hawaiibeachsafety.com
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Villas at Kahana Ridge - 532, Lahaina
3BA/2BA • 1,327 SF Living • $698,900 • MLS 409742
This condo has beautiful ocean and mountain views and is ready for your personal touches. Situated on the 3rd floor with vaulted ceilings that makes it feel like home. Open, airy and spacious complete with a bonus loft that can be used as a playroom, office, game room - the possibilities are endless. Washer/dryer in the unit. 2 tandem parking spaces. This unit is tenant occupied and has always been a rental. Maintenance fees include Internet & Cable.
Hale Ono Loa, Lahaina
1BD/1BA • 566 SF Living • 6 Months - $334,000 / 3 Months - $177,500
This charming unit awaits, providing 3 or 6 months of ownership from August 1 through October 31 for $177,500 or May 1 through October 31 for $334,000 every year. Situated on the second floor, this unit boasts a prime location, offering breathtaking ocean views. Stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The unit comes fully furnished. Ideally positioned oceanfront in the heart of Honokowai, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options. This prime location offers something for everyone.
Maui - Unit 225, Lahaina
2BAD/1BA • 641 SF Living • $195,000 (Leasehold) • MLS 407307
Quiet and tropical condo on the second story, garden view features an extra-large lanai with lush garden views, perfect for outdoor living. The complex offers two swimming pools, tennis courts, and acres of beautiful grounds. This unit includes one designated parking stall plus ample guest parking. Located directly across the street from the ocean and just steps from the bus stop, Kahana Gateway Plaza, and popular local spots. A peaceful retreat with convenience and charm— ideal for full-time living or a Maui getaway. This is a Leasehold Property that expires 12/31/2038 and lease payment is $983. Currently being rented for $3200 a month.
Robin L. Vega
Pohailani
The Facts
• Most accidents happen when hikers leave the established trail.
• Hawaiian forests are not like mainland forest – the growth is very dense and it is easy to become disoriented.
• Thick overgrowth can mask dangerously steep drop-offs.
• Thin, sharp lava rock above deep hole or lava tubes can crack when you step on it.
Stay Safe
• Stay on the trail.
• Read and heed warning signs.
• Don’t hike alone. Hike with friends and stay together.
• Tell someone your itinerary.
• Avoid undue risks.
– Don’t hike in mountains that are cloudy and if it’s raining.
– Don’t climb waterfalls or follow narrow ridge lines.
– Rock climbing is dangerous due to the crumbly, porous nature of volcanic rock.
• Watch the weather.
– Conditions can change quickly and rushing streams, wet trails are dangerous.
– Be careful crossing streams and creeks.
– Rainfall can suddenly raise the water level to dangerous levels and rushing water is powerful.
• Carry a charged cellphone.
• Take water. At least one quart per person and a simple snack too.
• Protect yourself from the sun.
Take only pictures... Leave only footprints.
• Watch the time. Start your hike early. Night falls quickly in the tropics.
Haleakala National Park
You pass through as many ecological zones on a 2-hour drive to the summit of Haleakala National Park on Maui as you would on a journey from Mexico to Canada. You can bike down the mountain, hike wilderness areas, drive to the summit to catch an amazing sunrise or drive the coast to “sacred” pools.
The Facts
The climate is ever-changing and unpredictable. In one day the temperatures in the park can range from a high of 80°F (27°C) along the coast to a low of 30°F (-1°C) at the summit. The temperature drops about 3°F for every 1,000 foot rise in elevation.
Call the visitor center at (808) 572.4400 to check whether Oheo Gulch or other park trails are closed due to dangerous conditions. Water is scarce. Bring plenty of water and any food you may need.
Sacred Pools
There have been numerous deaths in the popular Oheo Gulch or “Sacred Pools” area of Haleakala Park. About half of the deaths were due to drowning and half from falls, according to the Hawai'i Department of Health. The federal park service has in stalled gate and signs at the access stairway to keep visitors out when water reaches dangerous levels. It’s great fun but . . . OBEY SIGNS. TAKE NO CHANCES.
www.nps.gov/hale National Park Service photo
Stay Safe
Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors are driven by commercial vans to park gates. They bicycle down Haleakala Mountain, mostly coasting, for about 38 miles along a 2-lane highway. From a variety of tour providers, these are suggestions for the strenuous Haleakala bike tour.
• Bike riding is strenuous. It’s not for beginners or folks who have not ridden within the past year.
• Wear warm clothing in layers that can be removed as the climate changes.
• Riders should adhere to minimum age limits, usually at least age 12. Some tour companies also have max age restrictions.
• Very overweight people should refrain from riding, as should pregnant woman and people with heart or medical problems.
• Once on the tour, let the guide know if you are having any problems or if you cannot keep up with the group.
At Marlow we specialize in artisan style, neapolitan sourdough pizza, as well as locally sourced meats and vegetables. Our menu, space, and offerings change seasonally. Chef/Owners Jeff and Kaili Scheer have always loved to entertain at their home in Kula. The concept for the restaurant is an extension of that warm hospitality felt while sharing good food and good wine around a table of family and friends. When the restaurant industry shut down in March of 2020, the pair began making sourdough pizza out of their outdoor oven at home. Milling whole wheat berries from a farm in Arizona, hand stretching mozzarella, whole-animal butchery, growing artichokes and summer squash for toppings - it was a true labor of love. What began as a ritual has grown into a restaurant. We look forward to seeing you at Marlow soon…
Open Daily
Breakfast 7am - 11am (Sunday 8am open)
Lunch 11am - 2pm (last seating 1:30)
Dinner 4:30 - 9pm (last seating 8:30)
30 Kupaoa Street, Pukalani, HI
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Kula at an exceptional price point w/ ocean & Haleakala views. This move-inready 3BD, 2BA Unit A of a residential duplex captures gorgeous Haleakala sunrises and ocean sunsets from each of 3 lanais.. A scenic gulch borders the back, adding to the natural beauty. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the Kula lifestyle and incredible views without the million-dollar price tag.
Alysha K. Nickols-Sparkman
RB-23265
808.280.1325
Alysha@equityonemaui.com
3435 Hoʻokipa Pl Unit A-C, Maui Meadows
$3.6M I MLS 410070
If home is where your horse is, you'll love coming home to this 9.6-acre working ranch in the heart of Makawao! With a 20-stall horse barn, climate-controlled tack room, a beautiful riding arena, a newly rebuilt cottage, and a fully air-conditioned 4BD home, you'll ease right into the laid-back lifestyle of Upcountry Maui. Paddocks, shelters, and riding trails are plentiful. The possibilities on this peaceful, serene property offer you the freedom to live the lifestyle you choose!
Debra@equityonemaui.com
A rare opportunity to own three beautifully positioned CPR units with over 26,300 sqft of combined land, offering flexibility, value, and breathtaking panoramic ocean views in Maui Meadows. Unit B is a newly remodeled 3,064 sq ft two-story home featuring 5BR/4BA, vaulted ceilings, an open-concept layout, a wrap-around lanai, and a flexible lower-level. Also available are Unit A, with a cottage allocation on approximately 11,369 sq ft, and Unit C, which may allow an 840 sq ft ADU, all just minutes from beaches, dining, golf, and the best of South Maui.
Roni Panzarini
RS-84213
808.357.8111
Roni@equityonemaui.com
This charming 3-bed, 1-bath historic 'Tsuji' stone home in Haiku sits on a 1/3-acre lot with a new septic system, solar, and underground electrical upgrades. Built in 1948, it features AC, a lava-stone fireplace, and an attached carport. A detached studio rental offers a full kitchen, AC, and laundry. The yard includes a tropical orchard, lawn, and treehouse. Just minutes from beaches, waterfalls, and shops. This home is ready for you to make it your own!
61 Kee Rd, Makawao 4BD/3BA I $3.4M I MLS 409325
1697 Haiku Rd, Haiku 3BD/1BA I $1.2M I MLS 409033
320 Kulalani Dr, Unit A, Kula 3BD/2BA I $940,000 I MLS 409472
