OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort
Things to do on Maui
Known for lush valleys and picture-perfect beaches, Maui has something for everyone. Your adventure starts at the OUTRIGGER Kā‘anapali Beach Resort, home to a team of cultural practitioners that are dedicated to offering authentic, cultural experiences through a range of complimentary family-friendly daily cultural activities.
Complimentary cultural activities
Dance of Hawai‘i
More than a dance, hula tells the story of Hawaii's ancestral knowledge and history. Learn fundamental movements with insights into Hawaiian language and history expressed through the art of hula.
Saturday - Thursday: 11:30 am
Hawaiian language
Embark on a linguistic journey through the Hawaiian alphabet, words, phrases, place names and proverbs.
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday: 3:30 pm
Music through ‘ukulele
Immerse yourself in the evolution of Hawaiian music while learning Hawaiian lyrics and a few chords on the ‘ukulele.
Thursday and Sunday: 3:30 pm
Make your own lei
Uncover the cultural significance behind the lei, explore various styles and materials and create your unique lei using lā‘ī (ti leaves).
Daily: 2:00 pm
Garden tour
Enjoy a guided stroll through our gardens and discover the cultural, spiritual and medicinal importance of our diverse collection of unique plants
Sunday and Tuesday: 8:30 am
Hawaiian fiber art
Observe a Hawaiian artisan at work using plant fibers, then create your own cherished memento inspired by this traditional craft.
Sunday and Thursday: 9:45 am
Aloha Friday singing
The best day of the week - Aloha Friday! Join our hosts for our weekly performance to celebrate Hawaiian music, singing and dance.
Friday: 11:30 am
Stamping art
Discover the intricate process of decorating kapa, a Hawaiian bark cloth, using plant dyes. Design your own unique piece of kapa using various stamping tools.
Monday, Thursday, Saturday: 8:30 am
Ocean navigation
Explore the symbiotic relationship between nature’s elements and traditional seafaring techniques.
Monday - Wednesday: 9:45 am
Musical Treasures of Hawai‘i
Enjoy a demonstration of Hawaiian musical instruments including the sounds of an ipu (gourd drum) and pū‘ili (bamboo rattle). Explore the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance of these instruments.
Wednesday and Friday: 8:30 am
Hawaiian storytelling
Be captivated by stories that convey profound life lessons, cultural values, and Hawaiian traditions.
Tuesday and Friday: 3:30 pm
Cultural activities calendar
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 am | Maka‘ika‘i Garden tour |
Kāpala Bamboo stamp making |
Maka‘ika‘i Garden tour |
Mea Ho‘okani Hawaiian music instruments |
Kāpala Bamboo stamp making |
Mea Ho‘okani Hawaiian music instruments |
Kāpala Bamboo stamp making |
| 9:45 am | Ma‘awe Hawaiian weaving |
Pānānā Ocean navigation |
Pānānā Ocean navigation |
Pānānā Ocean navigation |
Ma‘awe Hawaiian weaving |
Mele Hawaiian music and song |
Mele Hawaiian music and song |
| 11:30 am | Hula Hawaiian dance |
Hula Hawaiian dance |
Hula Hawaiian dance |
Hula Hawaiian dance |
Hula Hawaiian dance |
Aloha Friday Singing |
Hula Hawaiian dance |
| 1:15 pm | Lei Kukui Restringing | Lei Kukui Restringing | Lei Kukui Restringing | Lei Kukui Restringing | Lei Kukui Restringing | Lei Kukui Restringing | Lei Kukui Restringing |
| 2:00 pm | Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
Lei Hilo Make your own lei |
| 3:30 pm | Mele Hawaiian music and song |
‘Ōlelo Hawaiian language | Mo‘olelo Hawaiian storytelling |
‘Ōlelo Hawaiian language | Mele Hawaiian music and song |
Mo‘olelo Hawaiian storytelling |
‘Ōlelo Hawaiian language |
Classes are subject to rescheduling, change, or cancellation.
Aqualani Beach & Ocean Recreation
Lounge in style with your own semi-private cabana.
Discover the underwater world of Puu Kekaa with a snorkel tour.
Explore the ocean from above with a SUP lesson.
OUTRIGGER Activities & Experiences
This must-do Maui road trip covers 50 miles of twists and turns with scenic views around every corner. Discover bamboo forest, rainbow eucalyptus trees, waterfalls, and a black sand beach. Make it a day-long driving adventure on your own or take a guided tour so you can relax and enjoy the view.
Sunrise and sunset are the most popular times to view the panoramic vistas at Maui’s dormant volcanic crater. Haleakalā National Park is open year-round to visitors. Guided tours are available, and reservations are required for all sunrise visitors.
Get an unobstructed view of Maui from above and explore the lush valleys and cascading waterfalls. Choose from a variety of tours, all departing from the heliport at Kahului.
Immerse yourself in the Hawaiian culture at one of Maui's luau shows. Dine on traditional dishes such as kalua pork and poi, and enjoy the music, dancing and storytelling of Hawaiian and Polynesian history and culture.
Take a drive upcountry and see a different side of Maui. This 13.5 acre farm grows over 20 varieties of lavender, some which bloom year round. Explore the gardens at your leisure, or sign up for a guided walking tour. Visit the gift shop for unique items to take home with you.
Places of interest on Maui
The sun-drenched shoreline of Kā‘anapali was long ago home to a flourishing ancient Hawaiian community. Its famous landmark, Pu‘u Keka‘a (known as Black Rock) was a sacred place where the natives believed the souls of the deceased would leap off to go from the physical world into the spiritual realm. As the plantation era came and sugar cane operations overtook the island, these villages gradually disappeared. Today, this resort area has expanded into a world-class destination with luxury oceanfront resorts, championship golf courses, shopping, and dining. For families, honeymooners, empty nesters, or sun-seekers, the golden stretch of beach remains the main attraction for snorkeling, paddle boarding, sunset sails, whale watching (in season) or simply relaxing for the day.
Prepare yourself for mile after twisting, turning mile of natural beauty and stunning views. It’s not really about Hana as a destination - it’s about the journey getting there. Choose your stops along the route and take time to hike and explore or just pause and enjoy the scenery. Bamboo forests, rainbow eucalyptus trees, and numerous exotic plants and flowers provide color and diversity along the way. Waterfalls are abundant, some visible from the highway, some require a short hike. If time permits, continue past Hana to the Pools of ‘Ohe‘o (Seven Sacred Pools). These serene, tiered pools are fed by waterfalls and you can take a refreshing dip after the long drive (weather and conditions permitting).
View sunrise at the summit of this dormant volcanic crater for an awe-inspiring moment in time. The barren, but colorful landscape and panoramas transport you to another world. Relish the absolute silence, especially if you venture down into the crater on one of the park’s hiking trails. The slopes leading up to the summit are home to rare, native Hawaiian species of birds and plants including the unique Silversword plant. At night the vast, velvet sky reveals stars, planets, and moons for an unsurpassed stargazing experience. For ancient Hawaiians, the summit was a site for religious rituals and ceremonies. Sacred places were established within the crater which are used for cultural rites and celebrations yet today.
Approximate travel times
| Kahului Airport | Lahaina | Kapalua | Kihei | Wailea | Haleakala | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OUTRIGGER Kā‘anapali Beach Resort | 50 minutes | 10 minutes | 15 minutes | 50 minutes | 55 minutes | 2 hours |
Complimentary Kaanapali Trolley
Make the most of your time on Maui on board the Kāʻanapali Trolley, complimentary for our guests to use to explore Whalers Village, Kāʻanapali Golf Course and Fairway Shops. Pick-up and returns are scheduled throughout times the day.
Annual cultural events
Kauluhiwaolele Maui Fiber Arts Conference recognizes the multiple ways we utilize Hawaiian plant material. Leaves, bark, sedges and roots are just some of the fibers used to weave, twill, twine and knot into precious creations.
Postponed until further notice
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