DESCRIPTION

Spend a full day exploring Haleakala and Upcountry with its stunning scenery on this private guided tour. Youll get to taste some of Mauis best delicacies and dine in the local restaurants while enjoying the islands impressive vistas. Haleakala is the biggest volcano on Maui and a visit to the National Park as well as Upcountry is a must with its history, culture, and traditions making it a truly memorable experience for all your senses.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit Haleakala & reach the summit to peer into its crater
• Marvel at the amazing moonscape-like scenery from the volcano summit
• Catch sight of the Big Islands Mauna Kea across the Alenuihaha channel
• Look out for the unique silversword plant
• Keep your eyes peeled for the resident Nene, the native and emblematic goose!
• Do a Maui farm tour - choose from an incredible selection in the area!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

We start the day by heading straight up to the summit of Haleakala, Mauis 10,023 ft volcano. Its often chilly up there, between 20 and 40 degrees less than at the coastline, so dont forget your hoodie and/or jacket!

We like to take our time at the summit to marvel at the amazing moonscape-like scenery, peer into the crater, and catch sight of the Big Islands Mauna Kea across the channel. We will also keep an eye out for the unique silversword plant. We can stop at several lookout points to get different views. Maybe we will even come across a pair of resident Nene, the threatened native Hawaiian goose and official state bird.

Afterward, we can go for a short forest walk to find our colorful endemic birdsif youre a true birder though, we recommend you book our dedicated birding tour(opens in a new tab).

We make our way down the mountain, and depending on your afternoon itinerary, we can stop for a farm-to-table, no-host lunch at either the Ocean Vodka Cafe, the Kula Bistro, or the Haliimaile General Store. For something more casual, we can head to the Ulupalakua Ranch for a grilled burger, and you can cross the street to check out Mauis only winery. The lunch location is up to you, so let us know if you have a preference!

In the afternoon, you can do Maui garden tours or/and visit a farm, the choice is yours:

• Alii Kula Lavender Farm Tour
• Kula Botanical Gardens (separate entry fee $10pp)
• Kula Country Farms (seasonal themes: pumpkin patch, pick-your-own strawberries farm stand & locally-made gifts)
• Surfing Goat Dairy (guided visit and tastings available)
• Ocean Vodka distillery tour (guided tour & tasting $15pp)
• Maui Pineapple Tours (2-hour guided tour, $65pp)

INCLUSIONS

• Pick-up from South Side or West Maui for an additional fee
• Entrance fees to Haleakala National Park and Ali'i Lavender Farms
• Water, juices and saod
• Hot Beverages and Snacks
• Rain ponchos
• Reef-safe sunscreen
• For sunset option: camping chairs, blankets

NOT INCLUDED

• Lunch/Dinner: no-host lunch or dinner at a local restaurant (depending on custom itinerary)
• OR - optional picnic lunch add-on for the sunset tour ($25 per person)
• Entrance fees for any additional visit or tour at Upcountry farms.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Availability: Daily
• Time: Daytime 8am-4pm or Sunset 12pm/1pm-8pm/9pm (Times are approximate and vary with the seasons)
• Location: Transportation from West and South Maui hotels is available
• Duration: Approximately 8 hours

RESTRICTIONS

• 11 Passengers Maximum
• No spray on sunscreen is permitted; sunscreen must be reef-safe
• Gratuity is pre-paid for parties of 7 or more