Kaanapali Maui: Everything You Need to Know, 2026 Beachwalk Updates, Snorkeling, Happy Hours & More

Planning a trip to Kaanapali Maui? This Kaanapali guide covers the practical information, current 2026 updates, and things to do that will help you plan your visit. We’ll take you through Kaanapali from the busy resort area around Black Rock to the quieter north side, explaining how the area is laid out and how to get around. We’ll cover the 2026 beachwalk damage and current detours, free beach parking and shoreline access, resort areas, the Kaanapali trolley, our favorite snorkeling spots and important ocean safety tips, and some of our favorite places to eat and enjoy happy hour, including Leilani’s and Ulu Kitchen. We’ll also visit Whalers Village and the Hawaii Wildlife Discovery Center, a great family-friendly stop, along with the Cliff Diving Ceremony at Black Rock, one of our favorite free things to do in Kaanapali, and live music at The Branches at Royal Lahaina. Whether you're staying in Kaanapali or visiting for the day, this video gives you practical information to help you understand the area, find things to do, and plan your time in Kaanapali. Mahalo for watching! Sign up for our email list to get our FREE Maui Guide PDF, plus weekly Maui updates, practical travel information, tips, and things to know before and during your trip: https://beacons.ai/hawaiiwalkingtours ===== Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:31 Kaanapali Resort Area Overview 01:23 Kaanapali Beachwalk 2026 Updates 02:26 Parking in Kaanapali 03:02 Whaler's Village 03:43 Hawaii Wildlife Discovery Center 04:38 Kaanapali Happy Hours 05:44 Kaanapali Trolley Information 06:20 Snorkeling at Black Rock 07:15 Kahekili Beach Park Airport Beach Snorkeling 07:43 Catamaran Cruise with Sea Maui 08:20 Cliff Dive Ceremony at Black Rock 08:48 The Branches at the Royal Lahaina