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Island Discovery: Maui Family Adventure Package

7 Days / 6 Nights | Nature, Culture, & Hands‑On Fun for Ages 9–12

Designed for curious tweens and their adults, this balanced Maui itinerary goes beyond the beach—from hiking a volcanic crater to snorkeling pristine reefs. Active, kid‑approved, and packed with local flavor—yet never overwhelming—it’s perfect for families eager to unplug, explore, and connect in a safe, nature‑filled setting. Expect up‑close wildlife, gentle hikes, cultural workshops, and optional extras like ukulele lessons, paddleboarding, and a family lūʻau.

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What's Included

6 nights in a family‑friendly Maui resort, ocean‑view condo, or suite
Round‑trip airfare from major U.S. gateways*
Full‑size rental car with pre‑mapped routes
Curated day‑by‑day activity schedule (see below)
Entry to Maui Ocean Center, Surfing Goat Dairy, and ʻĪao Valley
Snorkel cruise to Molokini or coral‑reef eco‑snorkel tour

*Airfare varies by departure city. Use our Trip Planner Tool for estimates.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival & Island Welcome

Touch down on the Valley Isle and feel aloha in the air. After settling into your condo or resort, wander the beach, cannonball into the pool, or toast smoothies at a local café. Sunset brings a laid‑back dinner at Monkeypod—wood‑fired pizzas, fish tacos, and tropical mocktails kick off the week.

Airport pickup and transfer or rental car collection
Check‑in at Wailea, Kīhei, or Kāʻanapali accommodations
Beach or pool downtime
Explore nearby shops for snacks & flip‑flops
Dinner at Monkeypod Kitchen (kid‑friendly + live music)

Day 2 – Maui Ocean Center & Tide‑Pool Time

Dive into Maui’s marine world. Wander the Ocean Center’s tunnel aquarium, watch reef‑shark feedings, then head to a real tide pool with a nature guide to spot brittle stars and hermit crabs—Junior Ranger workbooks in hand.

Admission to Maui Ocean Center
Guided or self‑guided scavenger hunt
Lunch at harbor café (no‑host)
Tide‑pooling at Māʻalaea or Olowalu (age‑appropriate gear provided)
Dinner at Café O’Lei at the Mill House (farm‑to‑table)

Day 3 – Upcountry Farm Fun & ʻĪao Valley

Head Upcountry for goat cuddles and cheese‑tasting at Surfing Goat Dairy, then snap photos beneath ʻĪao Needle’s misty spire. Cap the day with malasadas from a beloved plantation‑era bakery and a plantation‑style dinner in the hills.

Hands‑on tour at Surfing Goat Dairy
Short family‑friendly walk at ʻĪao Valley State Monument
Stop at Komoda Bakery for malasadas
Afternoon pool or nap break
Dinner at Haliʻimaile General Store (island classic)

Day 4 – Snorkel Adventure & Cultural Workshop

Board a morning boat to Molokini (or calm‑reef alternative) where crystalline water reveals dancing butterfly fish. After rinsing off, dive into culture: strum a ukulele, string a plumeria lei, or learn a simple hula step.

Snorkel cruise with gear, guide, and reef‑safe sunscreen briefing
Fresh‑fruit snacks on board
Afternoon cultural workshop (ukulele, lei‑making, or hula)
Shave ice stop en route back
Dinner at Leilani’s on the Beach (oceanfront, relaxed)

Day 5 – Nature Day & Optional Lūʻau

Choose rainforest garden paths, a gentle waterfall walk, or paddleboarding calm waters—your pace, your call. Evening option: feast at Old Lāhainā or Te Au Moana lūʻau—fire knives, storytelling, and imu‑roasted pig.

Morning choice: Enchanted Floral Gardens, Kepaniwai Park, or paddleboarding lesson
Picnic or food‑truck lunch
Free afternoon beach / pool
Optional lūʻau (dinner included) or casual dinner at Down the Hatch
Stargazing stroll before bed

Day 6 – Choose Your Final Adventure

It’s your last full day—let the kids decide. Boogie‑board shorebreaks, revisit a favorite snorkel spot, or scout for sea turtles on a new beach. Treat yourselves to rooftop sunset views at Fleetwood’s.