Location: Haiku
Top Things to do in Haiku
Things to do in Haiku, Hawaii (HI): The Best Bus Tours
Haiku is an unincorporated community in Maui County on the island of Maui in the state of Hawaii. For United States Census purposes, it is part of the Haiku-Pauwela, Hawaii census-designated place, which also includes Pauwela.
Restaurants in Haiku
1. Road to Hana Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
We take you places the bus tours don't for an unforgettable experience driving around Haleakala Volcano through the rainforest of East Maui with a private guide. As a result, there are numerous locations not listed in our outline for a reason, making your private tour flexible with additional suggestions along the way, while being educated about Hawaiian history, flora, fauna and Volcanology. You can choose between Hana & Back Rainforest Tour or Full Road to Hana Loop with or without entry to Wai'anapanapa State Park (stated in tour options headlines). Discover numerous waterfalls for picture taking and swimming! Stunning coastline views; explore black sand beaches, red sand beaches, pristine local beaches, bamboo forests, lava tubes, a blowhole, backside of Haleakala (Hana Loop only) for a completely different experience, with panoramic views, wildlife and more! Enjoy excellent local food places, farm to table experiences, tasty Hawaiian snack stands with a variety of local flavors
Inclusions: Fresh local banana bread, Bottled water, Extra towels, first aid kit, Dramamine, hand wipes, hand sanitizer, Mosquito repellant, trekking poles, head lights, underwater lights, Umbrellas, paper towels, trash bags, & other necessities
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (Optional/Recommended)
Reviewed By robertgE5743ZJ
Demian was an amazing tour guide. He definitely gave us our money’s worth and catered the day to what we wanted to do. He also made amazing suggestions that took us to some sights that are well off the beaten path, where all the tourists are, like the petroglyphs. He made our “delayed” honeymoon a trip that we won’t forget. My wife’s only request was to see sea turtles without having tosnorkelkng for them, he knew right where to find them. I would suggest this tour for anyone who wants to see the island. Thank you Demian for the experience you gave to me and my wife. We appreciate it!
2. Maui's Best Adventure - Haleakala Bike & Zipline Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Begin Maui’s best adventure by exploring Haleakala National Park, then cruise at your own pace down 23 scenic miles on top-of-the-line Kona mountain bikes. Top it off with 7 exhilarating zipline runs with ocean and treetop views of Maui's famed North Shore.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Access and Entrance Fees to Haleakala National Park
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Jeffrey D
The experience was the highlight of our trip. Our tour guide Billy was awesome. Views were spectacular. We never experienced a sunrise like it.
3. Amazing Haleakala Express Bike and Zipline Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Beginning outside of the Haleakala National Park entrance at 6,500 ft. you will start your downhill biking adventure at your own pace down 23 scenic miles. This activity does not include a tour of Haleakala National Park. Top it off with 7 exhilarating zipline runs with ocean and treetop views of Maui's famed North Shore.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Jeffrey D
The experience was the highlight of our trip. Our tour guide Billy was awesome. Views were spectacular. We never experienced a sunrise like it.
4. Maui "Reverse" Road To Hana Audio Driving Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
The Road to Hana is the ultimate adventure in Maui and this "Reverse" Tour is the most adventurous option available! You'll start your excursion on the rarely explored back side of Hana making your way to waterfalls, hikes and scenic viewpoints. Why choose the "Reverse" Tour? You'll visit some of the most popular spots first! This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots along Hana Highway with the freedom to explore on your own terms -- visit the spots you want and skips the ones you don't. Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Maui with over 13K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store! ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music!
Inclusions: Offline map of the entire island and turn-by-turn audio navigation, Interesting stories and history and the freedom to explore at your own pace, Purchase never expires, Tour highlights in the app with restaurant and activity recommendations
Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Meals, Car rental, Crowded tour bus
Reviewed By chanyu1
This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...
5. Full Circle Reverse - Luxury Road to Hana Tour from West Maui
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
There are a few options to choose from to explore the Road to Hana so you can experience the rainforest and its waterfalls, streams, fresh water ponds, bamboo forests and lush foliage, but there is only one company where the owners are actually a Native Hawaiian husband and wife team that were born in the Hawaiian islands. There's also only one company that offers service in luxury Cadillac Escalades & Platinum Custom Minibuses. Purposefully named "Hawaiian Style Tours & Transportation" we pride ourselves in sharing our Hawaiian culture, history, and stories about what it's like to live in Hawaii and to live life as Native Hawaiians, while treating you like the VIP that you are! Our family history goes back 150 years and still lives in a little community out on the Road to Hana. While on tour we'll stop by our family's fruit stand that has been operating for 40 years and is the home of "the original banana bread," as well as have a fresh hot lunch at the famous Hana Ranch Restaurant.
Inclusions: Hot fresh lunch at Hana Ranch Restaurant. Choice of various menu items (salads, burgers, fish or chicken sandwiches and plate lunch choices) unlimited sodas, iced tea & coffee., Hawaiian Isle Bottled Water & Aloha Maid Canned Juices, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Towels for swimming in the waterfalls (weather permitting), Certified Local Knowledgeable Guide, Luxury Vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By emberlyl2021
Our tour was an amazing experience from beginning to end!! It was our first time in Maui and we throughly enjoyed learning about all the sites and details the tour guides provided! Doug and Everett were so knowledgeable about all the scenery and and made the trip even better since they are locals from the area. I would highly recommend this tour, you will not be disappointed!!
6. Full Circle Reverse - Luxury Road to Hana Tour from South Maui
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
There are a few options to choose from to explore the Road to Hana so you can experience the rainforest and its waterfalls, streams, fresh water ponds, bamboo forests and lush foliage, but there is only one company where the owners are actually a Native Hawaiian husband and wife team that were born in the Hawaiian islands. There's also only one company that offers service in luxury Cadillac Escalades & Platinum Custom Minibuses. Purposefully named "Hawaiian Style Tours & Transportation" we pride ourselves in sharing our Hawaiian culture, history, and stories about what it's like to live in Hawaii and to live life as Native Hawaiians, while treating you like the VIP that you are! Our family history goes back 150 years and still lives in a little community out on the Road to Hana. While on tour we'll stop by our family's fruit stand that has been operating for 40 years and is the home of "the original banana bread," as well as have a fresh hot lunch at the famous Hana Ranch Restaurant.
Inclusions: Towels for swimming in the waterfalls (weather permitting), Luxury Vehicle, Certified Local Knowledgeable Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hawaiian Isle Bottled Water & Aloha Maid Canned Juices, Hot fresh lunch at Hana Ranch Restaurant. Choice of various menu items (salads, burgers, fish or chicken sandwiches and plate lunch choices) unlimited sodas, iced tea & coffee., Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By maj2155
Great tour! The hosts were incredibly knowledgeable and made it feel not only welcoming, but vey authentic. It was a great way to learn about the history and culture of Maui and get deeper than just the beauty of the island. It was a smart decision to take this tour versus driving it because there were soooooo many curves that it would have been nerve wrecking to drive ourselves; however we were in very good hands during the tour! The rainforest is beautiful and although it is a long day, a breakfast of banana bread, fresh pineapple and a hot drink was provided for breakfast, a decent lunch was included and they gave us a little gift bag upon arrival. We even made a stop at Doug’s (one of the guides) childhood home which just made it seem even more authentic. Overall if you’re looking to do the Hana road tour, I’d highly recommend Hawaiian Style Tours! They treat you like family!
7. Full Day - Road to Hana
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 16 reviews
Indulge yourself in a unique luxury experience exploring Hana with authentic, professional local tour guides. We use a luxury SUV transportation and iwe include a delicious breakfast combined with lunch. We will take various routes through our breathtaking attractions. This experience guaranteed to be different but amazingly exhilarating. What separates us from the rest is we give you private experience you deserve with the people you want. Let us do the driving while you enjoy the views and learn about the culture.
Inclusions: Included on all tours, Included in Full day and Half day Hana Tours, Only included on Full Day Tours
Exclusions: Please bring towel, sweatshirt, sunscreen, any cash for souvenirs, and tips for your drivers.
Reviewed By Gilliam3
Scott did an excellent job and was very informative. We enjoy the day. Learned a lot about the Island.
8. Maui "Loop" Road To Hana Audio Driving Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
Are you ready for an epic road trip? The Road to Hana is filled with hidden waterfalls, scenic hikes, and picturesque viewpoints. Shaka Guide's "Loop" Road to Hana Tour is a twist on the "Classic" version. On this tour, we'll guide you around the island taking you to the rarely explored back side of Hana. This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots with stories and music along the way. With Shaka Guide, you have the freedom to explore on your own terms -- visit the places you want and skips the ones you don't. Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Maui with over 13K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store! ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music!
Inclusions: Interesting stories and history and turn-by-turn audio navigation, Freedom to explore at your own pace and your purchase will NEVER expires, Tours work offline, Tour highlights in the app with restaurant and activity recommendations
Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Meals, Car rental
Reviewed By chanyu1
This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...
9. Haleakala Express Self-Guided Bike Tour with Bike Maui
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 109 reviews
Maui's number 1 bike company. For those who have already experienced Haleakala National Park or prefer to just go cruising down the slopes and switchbacks of the mountain, our Haleakala Express tour is the best bet. This activity does not include a tour of Haleakala National Park. Guests begin their bike ride at 6,500 ft. elevation just outside of the national park entrance and ride 23 miles to the North Shore town of Haiku.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Jeffrey D
The experience was the highlight of our trip. Our tour guide Billy was awesome. Views were spectacular. We never experienced a sunrise like it.
10. Small Group Road to Hāna Tour 6 to 8 passengers
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 10 reviews
A Hawaiian owned and operated company that specializes in a small, personalized tour experience with only 6-8 passengers maximum in our air conditioned 14 seat buses. Enjoy a relaxing, unhurried Hawaiian-style adventure while listening to the expert narration of our fun and knowledgeable local Polynesian guides. This tour is a gorgeous, winding coastal drive with 617 curves, 54 one-lane-bridges through breathtaking valleys, beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, spectacular waterfalls, desert-like landscapes, and remarkable cliffs. This will be one of the most unforgettable journeys of your life with beautiful photo opportunities, swimming at unique beaches, cooling waterfalls, and tasting the flavors of Maui. So let us share with you the beauty of our island, the wealth of our culture, and the warmth of our Aloha.
Inclusions: Fresh Maui fruits and fresh baked coconut macadamia bread, strawberry guava bread, pineapple bread and banana macadamia nut bread from a famous Maui bakery., Hot made to order Hawaiian and Tahitian barbecue lunch., Selection of Maui potato chips, All day water service and local tropical fruit drinks for lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Hotel pickup and drop off, Professional Guide
Exclusions: Gratuity
Reviewed By abikog
Below are the summarized points of experience. I traveled solo and had excellent weather (and three drivers). --- THE BAD --- - I received confirmation that my lodging address was pick-up friendly and I did get picked up where I selected. However, turns out Mahalo Tours shouldn't pick up at the address I input. This caused problems as 1) I had to change vans (from Junior) in the morning and ended up with the worst seat in the second van with Lenny as it was almost at capacity with a whole family who boarded beforehand; and 2) at the end of the day, about half an hour was spent with Lenny on the phone trying to clarify who was going to drop me off to my address until eventually Charlie came over to drop me off in the 3rd van of the day. Overall, me van hopping was a time-mooch for everyone and it shaved off time from the tour. - Black Sand Beach. This was the highlight of the trip BUT we were to stop here for 60-minutes and I broke away from the family who also booked the trip to do my own thing. I timed myself and I spent 55-minutes walking/taking photos near the black lava rocks and when I came back up, Lenny was waiting for me, a bit agitated, as the family I shared the van with only spent 25-30 minutes browsing around and were ready to hit the road. Them waiting 20-30 minutes seemed to have inconvenienced them and I think it agitated Lenny who passive aggressively said we should all be conscious of people's time -- directing it at me. As I did keep an eye on the time, I was confident I didn't overstay and looking at timestamps on my photos, I spent 45 minutes on photography and an extra 10 minutes walking around (not a lot of area to cover). If I can spend the full time allotted seeing a church I don't care much for without complaints, they can spend the full time allotted waiting for the rest of the tour group to see the sights we paid for. Lenny should have made this clear to the whole group ... granted it should be common sense when the tour is booked with other people -- but he was also ready to go when the majority were back in the van. If BSB was allotted to 60-minutes... it should be the full 60 minutes. I paid money for this tour too. - The solo seat in the second row on the right side is the worst seat in the house. I was forced into the seat as the rest of the seats were taken up by the family and/or their belongings when I changed vans. The most interesting views are seen from the left side of the van. Good luck if you get stuck on the right side -- esp. that seat. THE GOOD - Drivers were excellent! They were hospitable and good at what they do -- as I mentioned above, I met three. I met Junior, Lenny and Charlie. All three are comfortable with people and very personable. My favorite being Charlie -- absolutely fantastic sense of humor! His wit is unmatched. - Everything of interest was seen. I'm big on photography and it's why I went so I did get my money's worth. Maui also delivered with the excellent weather. - I see some negative comments about driving conditions. Literally the main reason most don't drive the Road to Hana is the winding roads -- it's why I didn't drive it myself. I don't get motion sickness so I didn't mind the drive but do some research before you book and start complaining about the driving. - Food. Food was excellent! They accommodate vegetarians. I love getting sugary snacks (my sugar drops so even if I didn't come prepared, Mahalo tours would have delivered!). All in all, you can't help who you get to share the van with but if you have a large family taking up 85%+ precent of the van, perhaps let a solo traveller know. I'm not the type to bend so it can cause for some bad blood. I'll try to get my money's worth and if I'm given 60 minutes to room around, I'll spend 60-minutes roaming around.
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