Jan 28, 2025
Great morning - it can be cold - It was an early morning with a small group but a great experience. // Billie positioned us in the very best protected area and provided us with insulated capes which were definitely needed to protect us from the cold wind. On the drive down, he shared information on the spectacular views. //
Tips for others - assume it is windy and cold (30-40 F). Bring winter-ish clothing - warm gloves, toque, winter (or puffy) coat, heavy socks, consider thin long underwear.
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Jan 5, 2025
Sunrise above the clouds - WOW! An early morning pickup that had us in position at the top of the mountain in time for an added bonus of stargazing…. Our driver provided each passenger a wind resistant poncho and hand warmers that were much appreciated ! Being above the clouds for sunrise was a breathtaking view that had us snapping pictures that were changing by the moment. We would do it again in a heartbeat!!
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Jan 3, 2025
Dress for the cold at 9,740 ft. - Clouds blew in as we waited for sunrise, so it was more of a "brightening behind the clouds and mist" experience, but the tour guides can't control the weather so still 5/5. Abe did a fantastic job making sure people had water and ginger candy for any potential motion sickness, and got us to the summit bright and early, ahead of other groups, for the best viewing spots. On the way back we made an impromptu warm-up stop for coffee. This tour does provide guests with a fleece-lined, hooded windbreaker poncho to use, but plan accordingly and wear closed toed shoes, long pants, and warm layers. It's cold and windy up there.
There is a small visitor center at the summit that is open from 7am - noon for anyone looking to get their National Park Passport book stamped.
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Dec 20, 2024
Worth the trip and Everett and Bryan made it memorable - We booked last minute, was worth every penny. They have folks like Everett and Bryan, who pick you up from the hotel and drive down.
Best part, they inform everyone what one can do and what shouldn’t do. Very attentive and take such good care, also they provide such good input about the history, place, various things one can do.
To end it up with a great breakfast and drop off at the hotel. Whole trip was not boring as they keep everyone involved
If booking a trip with this company, be sure to ask for the two. It would make your trip more enjoyable
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Dec 13, 2024
Haleakala national park sunrise tour - We had an amazing time watching the sunrise at Haleakala national park. It was stunning views . Gillian and Adams were very attentive and informative. Breakfast was also delicious. Thank you for a wonderful tour !!!
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Oct 1, 2024
Great tour with great driver - This was excellent. Everett was a great driver and conversationalist. We were very fortunate that there were only two of us on this tour. They gave us fleece ponchos because it is cold up there. Wear pants and layers of clothing. Thank you Everett.
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Aug 27, 2024
Take this Tour! - Well it will be everything you expect and more! The tour is wonderful, safe and comfortable. Although I was unnerved about leaving the ship at 3am, our host was great and reassuring. The sunrise was truly majestic. You can sleep on the bus and when you get home lol Take This Tour!!
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Jul 13, 2024
Sunrise in the Clouds - This is a must do tour on Maui. We were above the clouds on the top of Haleakala and had perfect weather. The colors and view from 30-45 minutes before sunrise until 5 minutes after were outstanding. The experience is hard to describe; it must be experienced.
A few words of caution. The tour leaves around 3 am. It is cold (20-40°F minus the wind chill) at the top. Dress in warm layers. The tour operator does provide warm ponchos.
Valley Isle is an excellent tour company. Our driver/ guide was Spencer. He took outstanding care of our group making sure that we arrived early enough to get an ideal viewing spot. He was very knowledgeable about the island. He's personable and made the trip very enjoyable.
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Jun 17, 2024
Let the sun shine - Abraham was awesome! Great guide and he customized the tour to our questions! Yes, it’s windy and cold, but when the sun comes up -wow! And Abraham and the other guides did a chant. Only thing was the Pride of America tour did not come with breakfast like the other tours. We stopped for malasadas instead. Thank you Abraham!
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Jan 1, 2025
Unfortunately Mother... - Unfortunately Mother Nature was not on our side to be able to see the sunrise due to a rain cloud. Abe our guide did everything possible to make sure that we had a positive experience which was very much appreciated! Providing us with fleece lined ponchos was a game changer! Even though we did not actually see the sunrise it was still a good experience and can only imagine how amazing it would have been to see the sunrise!
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