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Maui Sightseeing: Explore Haleakala Crater
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Experience the raw natural beauty of Maui on a day trip to Haleakala National Park and Iao Valley. Explore the stunning landscape, visit historic towns, and marvel at the iconic Iao Needle.
Experience the raw natural beauty of Maui on a day trip to Haleakala National Park and Iao Valley. Explore the stunning landscape, visit historic towns, and marvel at the iconic Iao Needle.
Duration:
9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Haleakala National Park - Home to the world’s largest dormant volcano; over 30,000 acres. The park is known for its unique volcanic features, its long scenic drive with numerous overlooks, and the rare, endemic wildlife, flora and fauna.
- Haleakala Crater - Views from what seems like the top of the world!
- Haleakala Visitor Center -…
- Haleakala National Park - Home to the world’s largest dormant volcano; over 30,000 acres. The park is known for its unique volcanic features, its long scenic drive with numerous overlooks, and the rare, endemic wildlife, flora and fauna.
- Haleakala Crater - Views from what seems like the top of the world!
- Haleakala Visitor Center - Spectacular views from the rim area at 9,740 ft. elevation.
- Historic Makawao Town - A charming and historic former plantation town and the paniolo or Hawaiian cowboy. Today, the county seat of Maui government. Have lunch on your own at one of the eateries.
- Wailuku - Former plantation town with remnants of the missionaries and heyday of the sugar cane era.
- Kaahumanu Church - Beautiful church with gothic architecture built by request of Queen Kaahumanu.
- Iao Valley - A verdant valley formed by erosion with a bubbling stream and the pinnacle, an iconic, pointed ridge covered in verdant vegetation known as the Iao Needle.
What's Included
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up and drop-off at specific Maui hotels
- Haleakala National Park admission
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up and drop-off at specific Maui hotels
- Haleakala National Park admission
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience the highlights of Maui on this immersive sightseeing day tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Travel to Haleakala National Park on Maui’s eastern side to witness the untouched beauty of Haleakala Crater, also called the “House of the Sun.” Enjoy breathtaking views of Maui’s landscape from a lofty vantage point. Take a break for lunch at…
Experience the highlights of Maui on this immersive sightseeing day tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Travel to Haleakala National Park on Maui’s eastern side to witness the untouched beauty of Haleakala Crater, also called the “House of the Sun.” Enjoy breathtaking views of Maui’s landscape from a lofty vantage point. Take a break for lunch at your own expense during the journey. Be awed by the majestic Iao Needle and wander through the lush Iao Valley.
- Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
- Haleakala is known for rapidly changing weather conditions and dense clouds and rain are common. As a result, clear viewing of the sunrise is not guaranteed, and the tour operates rain or shine. Refunds will be granted only when the tour is cancelled for safety reasons.
- The high altitude at the summit area may complicate health conditions and breathing difficulties. Elderly visitors, pregnant women, young children, and those with respiratory or heart conditions should consult their doctor prior to touring. Walk slowly and drink water to avoid dehydration. If you have gone scuba diving, you should wait at least 72 hours before going on this tour.
Location
Haleakala National Park
Haleakala Crater Road
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
4.2
(182 Ratings)
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260nandom
Dec 12, 2024
Had a great time - Had a very nice time on the tour. Our tour guide ( Mitchell) was very informative, super nice, and has awesome stories to tell. The bus vehicle itself was spacious and clean. Would definitely book again and go for the sunset tour.
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191travel2
Nov 28, 2024
Wonderful road trip to Hana - Saleis did an excellent job touring us road to Hana. Excellent entertainer we all enjoyed the history behind everything . We had well over 18th stops and lunch and snacks were healthy and fantastic. The bus was ell kept clean and he was very considerate to older tourists.
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Jet556037
Nov 9, 2024
Road to Hona - Sal was a great Driver and Tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and fun. Definitely worth the money for not having to drive . Overall a great Tour.
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Jamaicanforeigner
Oct 10, 2024
Great Experience - This tour was great. The views riding up to Haleakala were amazing as was the view at the top. We got to stop for lunch in a small town and wander around and get our own lunch. It was a lot of fun. The only complaint I have is the time at Iao Valley was very brief and rushed. There is so much to see in this park a separate day is required.
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Dreamer320680
Aug 21, 2024
Vulcano - 21 of august 2024! Great time !! Our guid was emazing!!!! Thank u for everything…. Very nice experience … everything has been perfect
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Pastoradoloresr
Aug 15, 2024
Great experience! - Wow!!! What a great experience!! It was beyond my expectations. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. I truly recommend this tour. My husband and I loved it!
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Fellowtraveler564053
May 30, 2024
Amazing Tour - I was very happy with this tour choice. It was the right amount of time for us as it is not an entire day one. The views up in the mountain from the crate are amazing. The tour finishes it up in Lao Valley which is a nature paradise. Our tour guy was amazing. We learned a lot about the Hawaii history and the Maui situation from him.
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Sudarshana_m
May 4, 2024
Awesome visit - We had wonderful experience and company was great . People are nice and worth the visit. People are nice and cooperative. Beautiful weather and very soothing experience.
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S7131fnsandym
Apr 30, 2024
Haleakala/Iao Valley - We enjoyed the hotel pickup and return Polynesian Adventures provided. We had a knowledgeable and friendly guide take us to many scenic areas of Maui. The trip was a good amount of time, not too long or too short. We were very comfortable and enjoyed the experience! Driver was late to pick up but we received notification that he was running late. Great communication.
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Janet_p
Nov 27, 2024
Good but rushed - The sights themselves were beautiful. There is a lot to see. The drivers were very friendly and informative. The description says it is about 9 and a half hours, we got about 7 and a half with driving. Pick up time was changed from 6 to 7 and we're late at picking us up, at about 730. Then we drove to a store parking lot where we waited about another half hour. Throughout the trip we were rushed because there was another gentleman who booked a different excursion that he had to be at by 2:30 pm The drive up the mountain is pretty smooth, if you can do it on your own. Would not recommend for this price.
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