Dec 21, 2023 · Maui is the more expensive of the two, and it is a larger island. I prefer Kauai myself due to it being more rural/undeveloped and its stunning natural beauty. But Maui has …

Jan 24, 2025 · First time to Hawaii and looking at Maui vs Kauai. 30 yr anniversary and graduate celebration week. Staying 7 -10 days, Late June - Sept. Still looking at rates. 1. Long beaches …

Feb 19, 2024 · Maui: While not exactly sleepy (that's Kauai's jam), Maui is definitely decibels lower on the intensity scale than Oahu. Home to about 165,000 residents, it's an island that …

Dec 21, 2023 · But if you want jungle, Maui has it--and forests too. The West Maui Mountain/Moloka'i heli tour is the best of ANY island, in my multiple experiences on Kauai, …

Kauai, because parts of that island are not accessible, unlike Maui, like the Na Pali coast can only be seen by helicopter, boat tour or hiking in and camping overnight (probably not something …

First time, in 2009, we went to Kauai. Spent a great deal of time hiking, including Nepali coastline, Waimea Canyon, a combo kayak then hike to waterfall, and more. It was all wonderful. This …

Answer 1 of 12: Posted this in the general Hawaii board but feel this may be better place to ask the questions - I will be visiting both Maui and Kauai for my honeymoon for the first time and …

I'd do Maui with the teens and Kauai after they've flown the nest. There are more man-made things to do on Maui -- along with the beaches and other outdoor activities. Snorkeling is better …

Feb 16, 2025 · Maui is fantastic too but certainly more manicured than Kauai. We feel like there is more to do in the evenings in Maui and we like to walk the trail between resorts and resort hop …

Answer 21 of 32: Which island is best for a first time visit to Hawaiian islands?