Kahanu Garden

Kahanu Garden near Hana shares Pacific Island plants, breadfruit collections, canoe plants, Piilanihale Heiau and East Maui coastal scenery.

Kahanu Garden, Maui

Located near Hana and directly on a gorgeous stretch of coastline, the Kahanu Garden is a 500 acre (2 km²) natural sanctuary that's well worth a visit. The garden is part of the National Tropical Botanical Garden system and features many tropical plants, including 130 varieties of breadfruit.

In fact, Kahana Garden has the largest collection of this important Pacific fruit crop in the world. Another separate garden named the Canoe Garden features useful plants that the early Polynesian settlers brought with them to Hawaii.

Kahanu Garden is also home to the centuries old Piilanihale heiau, which is one of the largest Hawaiian stone temples. It was built over 500 years ago and was a place of worship in ancient Hawaii.

Key Features

East Maui setting: Oceanfront garden near Hana
NTBG garden: Part of the National Tropical Botanical Garden network
Breadfruit collection: Important Pacific Island crop collection
Canoe plants: Kalo, coconut, banana, noni, sugarcane and other useful plants
Piilanihale Heiau: Sacred Hawaiian site and National Historic Landmark
Cultural landscape: Plant stories tied to food, medicine, fiber and ceremony
Reservation planning: Online reservations encouraged and guided tours can sell out
Visitor care: Follow rules and respect sacred and historic areas

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kahanu Garden?

Kahanu Garden is located at 650 Ulaino Road near Hana on Maui's eastern coast.

What is Kahanu Garden known for?

Kahanu Garden is known for Pacific Island plant collections, breadfruit, canoe plants, East Maui coastal scenery and Piilanihale Heiau.

What is Piilanihale Heiau?

Piilanihale Heiau is a sacred ancient Hawaiian structure within Kahanu Garden and is recognized as a National Historic Landmark.

Are reservations needed?

Official NTBG information encourages online reservations, and guided tours may sell out in advance. Check current booking rules before going.

What should visitors confirm before visiting?

Confirm current hours, admission, tour availability, parking, weather closures and Road to Hana conditions before visiting Kahanu Garden.