Staying cool during the summer months on Maui can be challenging with the increased humidity and warmer temperatures. Luckily, we have scouted out some refreshing places and things to do to keep you cool.
Want to find a waterfall without driving all the way to Hana? Stop at this easy access spot with a small fruit stand and breathtaking waterfall. Take your adventure to the next level and jump off the side of the waterfall! Get that perfect Instagram waterfall photo to share with your friends. It is freshwater, so it is much cooler than the ocean and makes for a great afternoon to change the scenery. You can also bring floaties to float around in the pool at the base of the waterfall as well. Always use caution when visiting streams and waterfalls to be aware of flash floods and quick changes in weather. 
Being out on the water offers instant heat relief! Book a snorkel tour to experience some of Maui’s most beautiful coral reefs, and cool off in places you can only access by boat. You can find snorkel tours pretty much from anywhere around the island, whether you are staying in Kihei or Lahaina, there are plenty to choose from. If a snorkel tour is too ambitious, you can enjoy the ocean from many of Maui’s iconic white sand beaches. 
After your zipline tour, hang around upcountry for a while! Being up the mountain can allow you to escape the heat and see Maui’s only winery, MauiWine, or take some time to check out the Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm and enjoy an ice cold lavender lemonade. If you are looking for some places to hike, you can journey past the lavender farm and find some trails around Polipoli State Park. Makawao Forest is also a great hiking spot that is shaded from the sun. Makawao town is an old cowboy town with plenty of shops, great art, and delicious cuisine.
About the Author: Skyline Hawaii provides guided tours of Haleakalā National Park as well as zipline tours on Maui, Kauai and Big Island. Skyline is the United States' 1st zipline company. Skyline's first location, the Haleakalā Skyline Tour, is located on Historic Haleakalā Ranch in beautiful Upcountry Maui.
1. Iao Valley State Park
Finding fresh water can be difficult without having to drive to the other side of the island. Well, look no further than the iconic Iao Valley State Park. Iao has two separate entrances with parking and access to the freshwater stream. After the park was closed for a period of time after a heavy flood, some of the paths and walkways were altered, so the park has a whole new look. Pack a bathing suit and picnic lunch to enjoy some of the pools and mini waterfalls to refresh your day on Maui. It is located in Wailuku, the central part of Maui near the airport.2. Twin Falls, Road to Hana
Want to find a waterfall without driving all the way to Hana? Stop at this easy access spot with a small fruit stand and breathtaking waterfall. Take your adventure to the next level and jump off the side of the waterfall! Get that perfect Instagram waterfall photo to share with your friends. It is freshwater, so it is much cooler than the ocean and makes for a great afternoon to change the scenery. You can also bring floaties to float around in the pool at the base of the waterfall as well. Always use caution when visiting streams and waterfalls to be aware of flash floods and quick changes in weather. 3. Ululani’s Shave Ice
Never miss a chance to try this shave ice! With over 40 flavors to choose from, you will definitely find a cool treat in the midst of a warm tropical day on Maui. They have locations in Kahului, Lahaina, Kihei, and Kaanapali on Maui and also in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. Shave ice was originally brought over by Japanese plantation workers who would chop a block of ice with a machete and add sugary flavors to give them a break from a hard days work in the warm tropical weather. You don’t want to miss this unique treat!4. Day on the Ocean
Being out on the water offers instant heat relief! Book a snorkel tour to experience some of Maui’s most beautiful coral reefs, and cool off in places you can only access by boat. You can find snorkel tours pretty much from anywhere around the island, whether you are staying in Kihei or Lahaina, there are plenty to choose from. If a snorkel tour is too ambitious, you can enjoy the ocean from many of Maui’s iconic white sand beaches. 5. Skyline Hawaii Haleakalā
Heading up the mountain on Maui is a great way to escape the heat. Explore different parts of Maui that are away from the coastline, but offer plenty of things to do. Take a zipline tour with us on our Haleakalā course where you can zip through a forest of eucalyptus trees and see some of our native forest restoration efforts. There is plenty of shade and epic views of the mountainside that will keep you inspired and cooled off.6. Upcountry
After your zipline tour, hang around upcountry for a while! Being up the mountain can allow you to escape the heat and see Maui’s only winery, MauiWine, or take some time to check out the Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm and enjoy an ice cold lavender lemonade. If you are looking for some places to hike, you can journey past the lavender farm and find some trails around Polipoli State Park. Makawao Forest is also a great hiking spot that is shaded from the sun. Makawao town is an old cowboy town with plenty of shops, great art, and delicious cuisine.
About the Author: Skyline Hawaii provides guided tours of Haleakalā National Park as well as zipline tours on Maui, Kauai and Big Island. Skyline is the United States' 1st zipline company. Skyline's first location, the Haleakalā Skyline Tour, is located on Historic Haleakalā Ranch in beautiful Upcountry Maui.
