Overview
Waikapu is a small town in the center of Maui between Wailuku and Ma'alaea.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat
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Best things about Waikapu
Maui Tropical Plantation
Has been operating for over 30 years. The Plantation began as a show plantation, demonstrating the benefits of diversified agriculture. Now anyone can visit.
Tropical Express Tram
A guided tour by tram that takes you around the plantation and has a coconut opening demo.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jan–Dec. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 67°F. Wettest: Mar and Nov. (climate data from nearby Honolulu)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- OGG Kahului International Airport, Kahului — 6 mi away (major hub). Directions
- JHM Kapalua Airport, Lahaina — 13 mi away. Directions
Maui bus from Lahaina or Kahului
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Maui Tropical Plantation
- Lunch Mill House Restaurant
- Afternoon Tropical Express Tram
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
See
Do
Buy
The Maui Tropical Plantation has several small shops as well as a giant gift shop.
Eat
Eat Mill House Restaurant
Nice modern restaurant built into the historic mill house.
Nearby
Wailuku
City / town · 7 listings · 3 mi away
Ma'alaea
City / town · 5 listings · 3 mi away
Kahului
City / town · 22 listings · 3 mi away
Kihei
City / town · 49 listings · 7 mi away
Paia
City / town · 7 listings · 10 mi away
Lahaina
City / town · 48 listings · 11 mi away
Wailea
City / town · 22 listings · 12 mi away
Kaanapali
City / town · 20 listings · 12 mi away
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