Life in Hawaii is good. Life in Kihei is even better!
Kihei (pronounced KEY-hey) is a beautiful village in south Maui with so much available within walking distance! Great beaches. Fantastic dining. Top-notch water sports. We really have it all!
When you move into your brand new home at Kai Ani Village, you’ll find lots of activities to keep you busy, no matter where your interests lie.
Of course, the beach is nearby.
Kama’ole I, II & III are Kihei’s most popular public beaches and offer fantastic views of the famous Hawaiian sunset. All have playgrounds and bathrooms and are wonderful for family excursions.
Hawaii is known for its whales, and Kihei has the privilege of being home to the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary’s Education Center. The sanctuary is one of the world’s most important whale habitats. In 1992, Congress designated it a National Marine Sanctuary to protect the endangered humpback whale and their marine habitat in the North Pacific.
The Education Center features exhibits about the natural and cultural history of humpback whales and other marine life found in the sanctuary. Public education programs and lectures are available, as well as a significant marine science library.
And if you’re into fish, you definitely will want to check out the Maui Ocean Center just 7 miles north of Kai Ani Village on the other side of Maalaea Bay. There are lots of activities for kids, and who doesn’t like to watch sharks swim (behind glass, of course)? The aquarium offers discounts for Hawaii residents, and at $150, the annual family pass for two adults and two kids is an excellent value!
For excellent libations, walk over to Henry’s Bar & Grill, located on Lipoa Street adjacent to Kai Ani Village. It’s a cool, down home pub off the beaten track with pool tables and plenty of sports on the TVs. Henry’s also features live music frequently and is a local favorite.
Also hit up Jawz Fish Tacos for Mexican food with a Hawaiian twist! They also boast one of the largest beer selections on Maui and have a great mobile truck so you can get your taco fix and shaved ice on your way to the beach. And don’t forget to stop by Stella Blues Cafe and Pizza Madness, both excellent joints a short walk from Kai Ani.
But perhaps even more popular than the food are the fabulous water sports available in Kihei. Kayaking is particularly popular in Kihei, and Kelii’s Kayak Tours can show you a great time, as well as take you to some killer snorkeling spots. Also, the Maui Dive Shop is close to Kai Ani and can set you up with equipment (buy or rent) and show you the best places to get wet!
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