Explore on your own rating
Maui is great on your own, but only with a car or tour.
Where ships dock
- Kahului Harbor pier
Getting to town
Kahului is a commercial town; the main sights are a drive away. Some rental-car desks are about a 10–20 minute walk (or shuttle).
Rent a car or book a tour. Taxis and rideshare are available.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: U.S. dollar.
Entry: Domestic U.S. travel. Hawaii cruises on foreign-flagged ships usually call at a foreign port (often Ensenada), so bring your passport.
Top sights nearby
- ʻĪao Valley
- Haleakalā (sunrise needs reservations)
- Road to Hāna (long day)
- Lahaina (check access/reopening status)
Beaches
- Baldwin Beach
- Kaʻanapali (far)
Safety & tips
- Book rental cars early.
- Respect closures in Lahaina.
- Road to Hāna is too long for most port days.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Many ships overnight here; check your times.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.