Snorkeling at Black Rock
Kaanapali Beach 2 hrs
Discover vibrant marine life just off Kaanapali Beach.
Where to stay
Hotels in Kaanapali
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
English and Hawaiian
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-10)
Ideal trip length
5–10 days
Cost level
5 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Kaanapali Beach
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Poke
Kalua Pig
Shave Ice
Mahi-Mahi
When to visit Kaanapali
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: June, July, August
Busiest: Dec-Apr, Jun-Aug
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Jan85
Warm, less humid
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Feb85
Good for whale watching
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Mar80
Spring break crowds
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Apr80
Pleasant, fewer crowds
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May85
Warm, sunny, calm
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Jun90
Summer, popular
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Jul90
Hot, busy
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Aug90
Hot, humid, busy
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Sept85
Warm, fewer crowds
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Oct80
Pleasant, some rain
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Nov75
Transition to winter
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Dec85
Winter escape, busy
Things to do in Kaanapali
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
2 places
Kaanapali Golf Courses
Kaanapali 4 hrs
Play a round of golf with stunning ocean and mountain views.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Whalers Village Shopping Center
Kaanapali Beach 3 hrs
Explore open-air shops, restaurants, and a whaling museum.
Best in the evening
3 places
Black Rock Cliff Dive Ceremony
Kaanapali Beach 0.5 hrs
Witness the daily torch lighting and cliff diving ritual at sunset.
Old Lahaina Luau
Lahaina 3.5 hrs
Experience an authentic Hawaiian luau with traditional food and entertainment.
Kaanapali Sunset Dinner Cruise
Kaanapali Beach 2.5 hrs
Enjoy a romantic dinner on the water with breathtaking sunset views.
Any time of day
1 place
Maui Zipline Company
Kaanapali 2.5 hrs
Soar through the air on a thrilling zipline adventure overlooking the ocean.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Kaanapali
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