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Maui Activities for Kids

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We often get asked, “what can I do with my YOUNG children?”  Yes, there’s snorkeling, surf lessons, luaus.  But what about the kids that are younger and aren’t at the ability level or attention span needed for fun stuff like that?  Here are a few things we like to do with our kids in Maui, Hawaii.

 

Maui Zipline with Kids

Though kids younger than 5 won’t be zipping, they can still have fun.  Many of the lines at the Maui Tropical Plantation are visible from the duck pond, so send your bigger kids zipping while your littler ones enjoy watching and cheering them on with an adult by the pond.  Maui Zipline Company specializes in taking all ages through and over this large, tropical property.  Call 808.633.2464 to book your tickets.  Learn more about the duck pond below.

Maui Zipline Company

 

Maui Trampoline Park

We visit Ultimate Air Maui at least a few times every month. The kids LOVE going. When offered the choice between the beach and the trampoline park, bouncing wins more than often. We love it too because it’s not just for kids. They have basketball hoops, jousting, foam pits, tables for parties, snack bar, and massage chairs. It’s perfect: We jump with the kids for awhile, then go relax while the expend every last ounce of energy.

Maui trampoline

 

Solve a Mystery in an Escape Room

If your kids like board games and Sherlock Holmes-esque mysteries, they’ll love the new escape rooms at Mystery Maui, based conveniently in central Maui in Wailuku Town. While kids under 13 are required to be accompanied by at least one adult, every member of the family is welcome to participate in this 60 minute timed mystery challenge. With 3 initial clues to help you solve the mystery of the missing chef at The Ramen Shop or the house concert with pop sensation Stella Superstar, a game marshal will be there to assist you in decoding a number of fun, entertaining clues that will ultimately lead to you escaping the room – well done! – or not, in which case you’ll have plenty of fun anyway. Because it only takes an hour, this is a great activity for rainy days or when you need a little break from the sun and sand.

top things to do with kids on maui

 

Visit the Pools of ‘Ohe’o

While waterfalls are a dime a dozen on Maui, it’s almost always best to let an experienced local lead the way when it comes to choosing a safe, all-natural swimming spot. Thankfully, Haleakala EcoTours makes it easy with their guided Road to Hana Tour, which includes a relaxing, scenic drive in a spacious 11-passenger tour van along Maui’s most famous winding road trip. With a check-in time of 8am, you’ll be treated to multiple stops at some unforgettable Maui areas, such as Keanae Peninsula, Kahanu National Tropical Garden, Wai’anapanapa State Park, Hana Town, and Seven Sacred Pools, also known as the Pools of ‘Ohe’o. Best of all, this spot is highly regulated for swimming, meaning you’ll be forewarned of any possible danger of flash flooding – or otherwise – long before you even arrive. Have fun, and don’t forget to take some photos of your journey!

things to do with kids maui hawaii road to hana

 

Beach Time!

Duh.  Taking your kids to the beach is a no-brainer.  Choose beaches with very little swell activity, preferably with lifeguards. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen both adults and kids rescued at Big Beach (Makena Beach.)  It’s a deceptive spot.  It looks calm, but the shorebreak snaps necks regularly.  Choose a beach with some protective reef or zero swell activity.  get there early, find a shady spot, and avoid peak sun burn times.

beach time

 

Maui Events

There’s often something going on for kids on Maui, especially in the summer time.  Festivals, outdoor movie nights at the MACC, Craft Fairs, and many more things happen worth bringing the groms.  Keep an eye on Maui Events.  Below are some photos from the recent Maui Agricultural Festival.

keiki events Maui

 

Duck Pond

The Maui Tropical Plantation has more than ziplines and an award winning restaurant. Kids LOVE the duck pond.  It’s peaceful, beautiful, and has so much for them to see.  Turtles, ducks, chickens, fish, and more live in this pond.  They sell duck food at the gift shop in front.  Free admission.  Incredible views of the Waikapu Valley too.  Grab some lunch at the Mill House when you’re done.

Maui duck pond

 

Visit Hana with your Kids

This one can be great with kids, depending on your preparation.  We suggest staying the night if going to Hana with children.  Breaking up the long drive is worth it.  Plus, you get more time in Hana Town, which has more to offer than the guidebooks suggest.  Here are some kids enjoying the Travaasa Hana and surrounding areas.  They have units perfect for families.

Hana trip with kids

 

Resort Pool Time

Many of the resorts have kid-friendly pools.  These photos are from the Sheraton in Ka’anapali, west Maui.  Great pools, slides, and fun.  The Andaz has a great kid area, and of course, the Grand Wailea has the mother of all kid pools on Maui.

child friendly resort pools Maui Hawaii

 

Maui Submarine with Kids

The kids LOVE going on the Maui submarine.  We go at least once a year.  It’s the ultimate adventure where they can see deep sea creatures, as well as a sunken ship, without getting wet.  Last time we saw manta rays, 2 sharks, tons of fish, and even SpongeBob sitting on the side of the sunken ship.  It’s educational too.

submarine Maui tour with kids

 

Maui Ocean Center

We have annual passes for a reason.  If it’s raining, too hot out, or we just need to kill some time and get the kids out of the house, the Maui Ocean Center is PERFECT!  There are interactive exhibits, outdoor pools where they can touch sea creatures, life-sized replicas of whales, a great restaurant, views of Maalaea Harbor, and a massive shark tank with a glass tunnel.  The kids lose their minds.

Maui Ocean Center

 

Maui Helicopter Tours

We didn’t even know we could do helicopter tours for little kids until we visited.  No problem.  Our older child was in awe.  Our baby was cautious.  Both seemed to get something out of it.  We had a blast, saw a bunch of Maui, and they had something to tell their school friends the next week.

Maui helicopter kids

 

Tide Pools!

You can pretty much find tide pools in most regions of Maui.  All kinds of creatures inhabit these areas.  Make sure to choose an area that doesn’t have a lot of wave activity.  Make sure your children leave any creatures you find where they are.

tide pools Maui

I hope this helps you when visiting Maui with young children.  There’s a lot more to do than this, so we’ll continue to update this post. Check back in soon, and leave a comment with anything you think we should add.  Mahalo!

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