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Explore Central Maui


Central Maui is considered the area between the Up Country to the east with Maalaea Harbor to the south and Kahalui to the north.

Kahalui, located in the north, is the largest city on the island and it's airport offers the most flights to Maui. Kahalui is not considered a tourist destination, but is the main retail center for Maui citizens. There are some tourist attractions including the Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum, Kanaha Pond State Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanaha Beach County Park, and the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. Wailuku and Waikapau are the 2 residential communities located south of the city.

Iao Valley State Park and the Tropical Plantation are located to the west. Iao Valley State Park, known for the " Needle" offers lush tropical valleys, streams, waterfalls and plenty of hiking trails. Entry to the park is $5.00 per car and has plenty of parking. The Maui Ocean Center is located at the Maalaea Harbor . The center has a great aquarium and offers whale watching tours during winter months.

Iao Valley

Many boating tours in South Maui start from Maalaea Harbor . The harbor also hosts the Maui Ocean Center , shopping and restaurants.

The rest of central Maui is mostly sugar cane fields and long undeveloped beaches and other places to explore.

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