Are you planning a trip to Maui but not that interested in driving? Well the good news is that there are ways you can see Maui without a car. Once you know where to base yourself and that you don’t need your own wheels, there are so many different activities at your finger tips.
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How To Travel Maui Without A Rental Car
If you were on Maui during the travel quarantine period of 2020, the images of 20,000 rental cars sitting vacant in the fields outside the airport are likely ingrained in your memory. Likewise, if you visited Maui in 2021, the outrageous prices for a rental vehicle are probably forever embedded in your mind and your wallet.
After many months left stagnating in the fields, thousands of rentals were slowly shipped to the mainland to be sold. Then, as travel picked up and arrivals neared pre-pandemic levels, the Great Rental Car Shortage of 2021 ensued.
Many people insist on renting a car while on Maui. While we don’t discourage it, anything can happen in these trying times – from absurdly high rental prices to last-minute cancellations. But, contrary to popular belief, it’s not impossible to see the island without a car.
In fact, plenty of fantastic local companies are happy to pick you up at your hotel or condo and share the island with you. With the help of rideshare apps like Uber, Lyft, or Hawaii’s own Holoholo, exploring Maui without a car has never been easier.
What to Know Before You Go
- If you don’t plan to rent a car, staying in the Ka’anapali, Lahaina, Kihei, or Wailea areas will make your travels much more manageable. These are the busy tourist areas and are a rideshare driver’s goldmine. There are usually plenty of rideshares available during the day. Check out Maui Accommodations for inexpensive, excellent vacation rentals.
- If you have to be somewhere at a particular time, consider scheduling a ride in advance or having your hotel or resort book a taxi for you.
- If you’re on a budget, the Maui Bus is a good option for getting around the south and west sides.
- For the latest updates on Maui, traveling to the islands, and the car rental situation, check out the Aloha 360 podcast. Aloha 360 is run by two south Maui residents with their thumb…
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