Maui Kids & Family Fun:
Activities, Beaches, Shows, Nature, Restaurants, Shopping, And Lots More Recommendations From Maui Jon
You brought your children along to Maui. Now, what are you going to do to keep them happy and entertained?
Maui Alpaca
in Pukalani (808) 500-2577
Maui Alpaca is an eight-acre farm located Upcountry with alpacas and angora bunnies. This farm offers daily farm visits and picnic lunches, giving visitors the chance to meet the animals and feed the alpacas. Farm visits are ideal for kids— the animals are mellow, and they enjoy making new friends. Plus, tours run just one hour, leaving little time for kids to get restless. Reservations are required!
Maui Alpaca Tours
Trampoline Park
Kahului (808) 214-JUMP
Most people don’t think about indoor activities when visiting the outdoor paradise we call home. But there are plenty of times where it makes more sense than being out. Conveniently located in Kahului, you can stop for an hour or 2 when the mid-day summer heat index is scorching and enjoy their massive helicopter fans while the kids go nuts! Another great time to visit is when it’s raining. Why ruin a day in your hotel room when you can get some energy out and have a blast. But really, anytime is a good time to jump into the foam pits, play basketball like a superstar, and team up in dodgeball.
Ultimate Air Trampoline Park
Leilani Farm Sanctuary
Haiku (808) 298-8544
From the moment your kids step out of the car, they’re immersed in a world of rescued animals eager for affection. They’ll have the chance to gently pet bunnies, feed guinea pigs, brush goats, and even cuddle with chickens. The interactive nature of the tour keeps kids engaged, while the sanctuary’s peaceful setting offers a break from the usual tourist hustle. Beyond the fun, visiting the sanctuary is an educational opportunity, teaching children about kindness, compassion, and the importance of caring for animals. Whether it’s a wide-eyed toddler giggling at a playful goat or an older child learning about rescue efforts, the experience fosters lasting memories and a newfound respect for the natural world.
Leilani Farm Sanctuary
Maui Custom Charters
(S/V Nova & S/V Artemis) in Maalaea (south end of the central valley of Maui) 808-874-1110
In today’s times, it’s nice to escape the crowds and put your attention on family and only family. Private tours aboard the S/V Artemis, a 47′ sailing catamaran, or the S/V Nova, a 42′ sailing yacht allow you to experience the protected waters around Maui’s south and west shore with an experienced captain and crew. Customize your tour or go snorkeling, whale watching, or on a sunset cruise!
Maui Custom Charters
Mystery Maui
Escape Room Game located in Wailuku (808) 249-2062
Step into the excitement of Mystery Maui, Wailuku’s interactive escape room where teamwork and quick thinking are the keys to success. With clever puzzles, immersive storylines, and a race against the clock, every game challenges your detective skills in a fun and thrilling way. Perfect for friends, families, or team-building, this locally owned adventure keeps you guessing until the very last clue.
Mystery Maui
Hawaiian Paddle Sports
Surf lessons in West Maui (808) 442-6436
These surf lessons are ideal for keiki because they are private, personalized, and taught in calm waves ideal for beginners. Instructors work individually or in small family groups, allowing younger surfers to receive undivided attention and plenty of encouragement, helping them develop confidence in the water. Safety is our top priority, and instructors guide children through paddling, popping up, and surfing at their own pace. Lessons include professional photos, so you can focus on the moment while also creating unforgettable memories of your children’s first waves.
Maui Surf Lessons
Luau
Andaz Luau or Sheraton Luau
These two luaus offer a great experience, so more entertaining for kids than a normal meal. You can usually get discounts on those hotel luaus with links on my Maui Luau reviews.
Snorkel
Snorkeling with Pride of Maui is perfect for families. This large, stable catamaran gives parents peace of mind and kids plenty of room to explore safely. The boat is fully equipped with restrooms, shaded cabins, a water slide, and even SNUBA® options for kids 8 and up, while all snorkel gear, reef-safe sunscreen, breakfast, and BBQ lunch are included. With an experienced crew focused on safety and fun, it’s an easy and worry-free way for the whole family to enjoy a Maui snorkeling tour together.
Pride of Maui
Maui Ziplines
Most ziplines don’t allow young children, but there is one zip line company on Maui that takes kids as young as 5. Ziplines can be dangerous, so investigate before you go. More info is at the following link:
Ziplines on Maui
Watch glass blowing
in Makawao 808-572-4527
Hot Island Glass at 3620 Baldwin Avenue (call to confirm times)
Hot Island Glass
Maui Ocean Center
(aquarium) in Maalaea (south end of the central valley of Maui) 808-270-7000
Excellent aquarium takes about two hours to tour. Includes exhibits about Maui’s sea life, including live fish, sharks, turtles, rays, and others. This is one of the best things to do in Maui with kids, but it is more expensive than most of the other things described on this page.
Maui Aquarium
Hike in the park
in Iao Valley
The Iao Needle is a 2,250-foot tall rock formation surrounded by lush green mountains, in the center of the west half of Maui, 22 miles from Kaanapali Beach. Small admission charge per car. The road into the Iao Valley begins in the center of downtown Wailuku. Take an umbrella, since there is often a light steady drizzle there. Walk along the path from the parking lot. There are great views from the top of the walkway, and a lovely stream to stroll by at the bottom of the walkway. Wear bug repellant for the walk by the stream.
Iao Valley
Bumper boats, miniature golf, rock wall climbing, and trampoline
These four activities are all at the Maui Golf & Sports Park, open every day in Maui’s central valley near the aquarium.
Under the Banyan Tree
in Lahaina once reopened
Younger kids just like running around here. Older kids like seeing the people as well as the giant tree.
Banyan Tree
Surfing Goat Dairy
in Upcountry 808-878-2870
See the goats and take the tour to learn about their care, feeding, milking, and cheese production. This place is probably the most unique of all the things to do in Maui with kids.
Surfing Goat Dairy
Hyatt Regency Hotel
on Kaanapali Beach 808-661-1234
See the penguins, flamingos, swans, and crowned African cranes. No charge as you walk around in the hotel lobbies and grounds.
Hyatt Maui
Swap Meet
808-877-3100
Great bargains and lots of choices of fun stuff to buy at this large flea market in Kahului on Saturday mornings. Good prices on T-shirts, jewelry, hand-painted shirts and dresses, flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, and much more. Shopping here can be one of the best things to do in Maui with kids, because of the great variety of stuff available.
Maui Swap Meet
Hilo Hattie
store in Lahaina 808-667-7911
Some of the best deals on kid’s clothes and souvenirs.
Hilo Hattie
Lahaina Animal Farm
in Launiopoko 808-280-2597
Private tours of the petting zoo and farm activities for family groups.
Lahaina Animal Farm and Petting Zoo
See a different beach
every day
All beaches in Hawaii are public. Try out several beaches while you are on Maui. Each beach is different and each beach is beautiful. On West Maui (Lahaina side) I suggest Kaanapali, Kapalua, Olowalu (Mile Marker 14). On the south side (Kihei-Wailea) I suggest Kamaole III, Keawakapu, Big Beach. Going to the beach is the most popular of the free things to do in Maui with kids.
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