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Haleakala National Park Tour: Scenic Drive & History
4.9
25 Ratings
Haleakala National Park
The company is among the select few granted permission to access Haleakala National Park. The drivers and guides are highly experienced, offering extensive knowledge of the sites and scenic routes, along with a rich history and informative insights.
The company is among the select few granted permission to access Haleakala National Park. The drivers and guides are highly experienced, offering extensive knowledge of the sites and scenic routes, along with a rich history and informative insights.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Haleakala National Park - Journey to the peak of Maui’s stunning dormant volcano at Haleakala National Park, a must-see attraction reaching 10,023 feet above sea level. As one of only six authorized companies offering Haleakala tours, exclusive access is provided to witness awe-inspiring sunrises that have captivated visitors since the 1800s….
- Haleakala National Park - Journey to the peak of Maui’s stunning dormant volcano at Haleakala National Park, a must-see attraction reaching 10,023 feet above sea level. As one of only six authorized companies offering Haleakala tours, exclusive access is provided to witness awe-inspiring sunrises that have captivated visitors since the 1800s. Explore the unique volcanic crater landscape and discover the rare endemic silversword plants found nowhere else on Earth. This remarkable Haleakala National Park adventure combines breathtaking volcanic views, distinctive high-altitude ecosystems, and the unforgettable experience of standing atop Maui’s sacred volcano, making it an essential highlight that showcases the raw natural power and beauty of the Hawaiian Islands.
- Haleakala Crater - The magnificent Haleakala Crater is a breathtaking geological marvel stretching 11.25 miles across, 3.2 miles wide, and plunging nearly 2,600 feet deep, creating one of the world’s most spectacular volcanic landscapes. The Pa Ka’oao Trail, also known as White Hill Trail, is a short 0.4-mile hike starting at the visitor center, leading to an elevated overlook with stunning views of the crater floor. This brief hike is well worth the effort, offering visitors an exceptional vantage point to truly appreciate the massive scale and otherworldly beauty of the crater. The views from this conical mound are significantly better than those from the visitor center, making it an ideal way for tour guests to experience the raw volcanic power and stark beauty that defines Haleakala’s “house of the sun” landscape.
- Haleakala Observatories - Known as “Science City,” the Haleakalā High Altitude Observatory was established in 1958 due to the optimal viewing conditions the shield volcano offers, with minimal light pollution and high-altitude air, making it one of the most valuable planetariums globally. The Haleakalā Observatory, also known as the Haleakalā High Altitude Observatory Site, is Hawaii’s first astronomical research observatory, spanning 18 acres at 10,000 feet above sea level, operated by the University of Hawaii. While visitors can view the observatory complex from the Haleakala Summit and visitor center, the facility itself is dedicated to groundbreaking astronomical research that continues to advance our understanding of the universe from this pristine high-altitude location.
- Ho’okipa Beach Park - Ho’okipa Beach Park, meaning “hospitality” in Hawaiian, is a spectacular stop on the Road to Hana adventure, renowned worldwide as the birthplace of modern windsurfing, where professional athletes perform incredible aerial maneuvers in consistent trade winds. Located just east of historic Paia town, this stunning crescent beach offers dramatic coastal views and is famous as one of Maui’s most reliable locations to observe Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) basking peacefully on the warm golden sand. The combination of world-class windsurfing action, magnificent turtle viewing opportunities, and breathtaking natural beauty makes Ho’okipa Beach Park an essential highlight of any Road to Hana tour, perfectly embodying the natural wonder and adventure spirit that makes this legendary Road to Hana journey so unforgettable.
- Road To Hana - Along the Road to Hana journey, travelers will witness spectacular waterfall walls, creating breathtaking natural displays that showcase Maui’s incredible rainfall and tropical beauty. These stunning roadside waterfall features become especially magnificent after heavy rains, when multiple streams transform rock walls into flowing curtains of water that demonstrate the raw power and beauty of Maui’s rainforest environment. These impressive waterfall walls along the Road to Hana offer incredible photo opportunities and remind visitors why this legendary coastal drive is considered one of the world’s most scenic waterfall adventures.
- Eucalyptus Rainbow Trees - One of the most breathtaking Maui vacation highlights along the Road to Hana adventure is the stunning Rainbow Eucalyptus forest, where nature creates its own masterpiece through trees with extraordinary multicolored bark that naturally peels to reveal vibrant layers of green, orange, red, purple, and yellow. Located near mile marker 7, this spectacular “Painted Forest” is a must-see photo opportunity that can be experienced right from the vehicle window while cruising along the Hana Highway, offering incredible roadside views of these Southeast Asian trees that have thrived in Maui’s tropical rainforest climate. This magical Road to Hana highlight perfectly captures the natural artistry and wonder that makes this legendary coastal drive one of the world’s most scenic adventures.
- Bamboo Forest - Along the Road to Hana journey near mile marker 6.7, travelers will witness the spectacular Na’ili’ili-Haele Bamboo forest, where towering bamboo stalks create a dramatic natural cathedral effect showcasing Maui’s incredible tropical vegetation. This stunning bamboo forest displays incredibly dense bamboo growth reaching skyward to form an otherworldly green tunnel, demonstrating how perfectly these plants have adapted to Maui’s tropical rainforest climate. As travelers pass this magnificent bamboo forest along the Road to Hana, they will experience one of nature’s most impressive displays of how constant moisture and rich volcanic soil create perfect conditions for these remarkable bamboo groves to flourish.
- Ke‘anae Point - The dramatic Keanae Peninsula represents a true Maui vacation highlight and must-experience location, where a spectacular half-mile finger of ancient lava extends into the Pacific Ocean, creating one of the most scenic and culturally significant stops along the Road to Hana journey. This authentic Hawaiian village showcases traditional taro fields still cultivated by local families, offering visitors a rare glimpse into genuine Hawaiian rural island life that has remained unchanged for generations. As travelers explore the peninsula, they will discover the historic Lanakila Ihiihi O Iehova O na Kaua Congregational Church built in 1860, surrounded by dramatic black lava rock formations and flourishing taro fields that demonstrate the deep connection between Hawaiian culture and the land, making this Road to Hana stop an essential cultural and scenic experience that captures the true spirit of old Hawaii. Visitors will also have the chance to purchase Aunty Sandy’s famous banana bread!
- Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread - Stop to enjoy delicious banana bread, coffee, and/or food.
- Pua’a Ka’a State Park - As the Road to Hana adventure unfolds, travelers will pass two stunning waterfalls that showcase Maui’s natural beauty. First, witness the picturesque Waikane Falls (also known as Three Bears Falls) visible right from the Hana Highway between mile markers 19 and 20. Further along the journey, they will encounter the impressive Pua’a Ka’a Falls located at mile marker 22.5 within the lush Pua’a Ka’a State Wayside Park. This ultra-green park features a pair of falls cascading into pools, creating a tropical paradise that epitomizes the Road to Hana experience. Both waterfall locations offer guests perfect glimpses of Maui’s cascading waters and dense rainforest landscape, making them some of the most photographed spots along this iconic scenic drive. Swim at your own discretion.

What's Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Snacks
- Parking fees
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- Snacks
- Parking fees
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- A gratuity for your driver is not included (15-20% is recommended)
- A gratuity for your driver is not included (15-20% is recommended)
Location
Haleakala National Park
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(25 Ratings)
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Nanajannc
Dec 31, 2025
Good day on the Haleakala tour and half way on the road to Hana. - This was a very long day, which was expected. We got to see lots of Haleakala and most of the beauty of the Road to Hana, half-way, Guide was knowledgeable and loved the small group. Would recommend,especially if you want to take a day to see the highlights instead of 2! Highly recommend!
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Patrick
Dec 29, 2025
Fabulous tour - Very nice and balanced whole day tour
On the road to Hana. pick up at hotel with wel equipped Van with drinks and refreshments. Our tourguide (chad) told a lot about surrounding vegetation and history nice atmosphere and certainly recommended value for money!
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Texas_suz
Dec 26, 2025
Great way to see Road to Hana & Haleakala NP - Really loved this tour - I had limited time to explore Maui, so I was happy to find a tour that lets you both experience some of the Road to Hana, and to get to see Haleakala National Park. Chad was a great guide, providing history and anecdotes at the different viewpoints and stops along the way and did a great job letting us know how much time we had at each location, and which was the best area to spend our time.
The van is very comfortable, air conditioned and is outfitted with giant, clean windows so you can see the great views on both sides. There were several snack and drink options provided and he also had ginger candies for those who may get car sick from the turns.
Really loved all the stops and the long, winding drive. You'll have a chance to stop in the visitors center at the national park, and there's a roadside shop you stop at where you can get banana bread or a sandwich halfway through the tour. He also lets you know when the bathroom stops will be, and makes sure everyone is comfortable and has what they need along the way. Would definitely recommend this tour!
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Benjamin
Dec 22, 2025
Awesome experience - Awesome experience! Highly recommend! We have told our friends it's a must do while visiting Maui. Chase was an awesome guide as well.
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Maxwell
Dec 15, 2025
Excellent overview of Maui - Very organized and well run tour. Our guide Chase texted us with exact instructions and was right on time to meet us at the harbor. The Mercedes van was very comfortable and they provided a cooler full of snacks and drinks for the whole trip- our little group of eight was well provided for. Chase gave us a wealth of information about all the sights and was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Hawaii and the flora and fauna on the island. The trip to the top of the Haleakala National Park was amazing and the waterfalls and views of the rain forest along the road to Hana were also impressive. There is an opportunity to swim in one of the waterfalls- none of us chose to but Chase jumped in from the summit- probably 40 feet- that was entertaining as well. Our final stop showed us an amazing collection of sea turtles sunning themselves on a beach.
Couldn’t have asked for a better experience and Chase was a wonderful guide.
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Departure44022760576
Dec 13, 2025
Best combo of the two popular options - We went in a van with Chase as our guide. There were five of us, including 3 people picked up at different resorts and a couple from the cruise. Chase was fantastic - very personable, patient, full of knowledge, cheery in his disposition and just the nicest guy to have around. We weren't in the rush and Chase was generous with the time at different stops. We walked around the National Park stops as well as the top 0.25 mile trail in Haleakala in comfortable weather and didn't have to get up at an ugly morning hours or freeze at sunrise. We then proceeded to Hana and covered about 60% of the road. It was more than enough to experience all the major highlights, have a fantastic commentary, stop for lunch & get some sandwiches and hot food, and later have a swim and go back to the hotel. It was a long - 7:30 to 5 but so rewarding day! I am so glad to do it with Chase.
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A6898bcsteves
Oct 15, 2025
Go with Chase and Daniel - Amazing trip! Chase and Daniel were amazing. They made the trip fun and interesting. They made sure we were safe and comfortable. All snacks and drinks were provided. The van was clean and professional driven. Do not Hesitate to take this trip. Chase and Daniel are huge assets for this company. They are professionals in everything they do and say. This is a wonderful trip.
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Loridu682br
Oct 14, 2025
Stop scrolling and book NOW - We did this tour with Chase and Daniel. Don't think twice or look for other options. Book it and you will have a remarkable, memorable and OUTSTANDING trip. From the skilled driving over the entire trip, to the narration, to the time allotted for each stop, this tour was picture perfect. I wasted hours looking for others. We arrived on port on the NCL cruise. The logistics were as smooth as the experience. Chase and Daniel's care made sure we all got the absolute best out of the day including guiding us thru the slippery waterfall rocks. The sunset at the north shore was the perfect way to end an unforgettable day
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163leahj
Oct 8, 2025
Enjoyed our day trip to Haleakala and Road to Hana 1/2way! - It was nice not having to drive the Road to Hana ourselves. Chase and Daniel picked us up on time, provided snacks and water, were very friendly, informative and helpful…like when our son threw up during the trip. Speaking of which, use the Hana tonic preventatively…it really works for motion sickness that comes with all the twists and turns of this drive.
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Zhehao_h
Dec 19, 2025
Our guide did a good job.... - Our guide did a good job. However, we skipped a stop at the observatory without any explanation. We started at about 9 am and finished at about 4.30 pm. So there should be enough time to make the stop. Otherwise, it was a fine trip.
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