By definition the tropics are wet, rain keeps the vegetation lush and abundant. Coming here in the rainy season, we knew what to expect. Turns out we’re here during a particularly rainy stretch. We even got rain on the “dry” side of Maui where typically the grass crunches underfoot. Rain showers are often short but intense, and it seems to rain just as we’re about to do something.

So instead of spending time on the beach we’re exploring the island. We hiked muddy trails and drove wet roads. We experienced rain under full sun and saw amazing rainbows. We walked in a secret cave created by a lava tube. We discovered spectacular views – crashing ocean waves, steep mountains, unexpected valleys and two-way roads only wide enough for one car.

Here are some photos of Maui, under rain and sun.

Ken in bamboo forest

Rainbow, Maui

Entrance to volcano tube cave – photo Ken

AM in volcano tube cave – photo Ken

Waterfall, Route to Hana

The ocean at Waianapanapa – photo Ken

Koki Beach, Maui – photo Ken

Seven Sacred Pools, Maui

Wailua Valley, Maui – photo Ken

Red Sand Beach, Hana

Iao Valley, Maui – photo Ken

South Maui mountains

West Maui

West Maui mountains

Do you see Ken?

AM with tent and rainbow – photo Ken