Maui is the second-largest in the chain, and is known as the "Valley Isle". From experience night after night watching the sunsets as we relax with so many others, it really is not hard to call Maui the "Isle of Sunsets & Rainbows" Native and visitor sit side by side in awe night after night as each sunset seems to be more beautiful than the night before.  Maui is the site of Haleakala National Park, an enormous dormant volcano.  The port of Lahaina is a charming artistic community. On the opposite side of the island is the small town of Hana with beautiful jungles and lush vegetation. Maui was transformed by two volcanoes and consists of grasslands, tropical rainforest, streams, waterfalls, and white sandy beaches.  Haliakala, the highest point of the island, affords views of Molokai, Lana'i, Kaho'lawe, and the Big Island.  Rustic Hawaiian lifestyles can be found at I'ao Valley on the west side of Maui and Kahakuloa.
Whale watching is a favorite pastime in Maui. Humpback whales come to give birth and nurture their calves from November to April. Ma'alaea Bay is a popular spot for whale watching in the winter.  Locals & visitors love Maui's crystal clear waters where you can enjoy snorkeling, sailing, and windsurfing.