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Things to do in Maui, Hawaii (HI): The Best Private Tours
The Hawaiian island of Maui is a destination for true nature lovers. The ethereal bamboo forest and churning waterfalls in Haleakala National Park can be explored via the Waimoku Falls Trail. Stretch out on warm, golden sands or hit the surf for an unforgettable windsurfing or snorkeling session. Driving the scenic road to Hana along the island’s northeastern shore will be among the most spectacular journeys of your life. Time stands still at the Hawaiian village of Keanae, definitely worth a visit.
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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. Private Tour of Maui, the Valley Isle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Experience the diversity Maui has to offer by customizing your own private tour of Maui, The Valley Isle, with preferred locations, timeframe and flexibility along the way. Whether you prefer more adventure, sightseeing, or food & spirits tour, we will provide you with an exceptional experience! To keep it interesting, if you have special requests, please let us know to see if we can accommodate you. In addition, there are local spots we prefer not to have listed, to choose from during the tour. There are also tasty Hawaiian snacks, lunch places, food trucks, and upscale restaurants to choose from during tour. Your private guide will make sure you receive a unique experience that offers a broad perspective on how diverse this 727 square mile island is.
Inclusions: Bottled water and light snacks, such as energy bars, nuts, Hawaiian chips, Extra towels, first aid kit, Dramamine, hand wipes, hand sanitizer, Mosquito repellant, trekking poles, head lights, underwater lights , Umbrellas, paper towels, small trash bags, & other necessities.
Exclusions: Meals, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities (optional/recommended), Taste testing $15 per person
Reviewed By Ponderdog
Demian really came through for us in a pinch. We didn't realize Spring Break was occurring, but he was able to get us set up with Zach and we had a blast. As a head's up for anyone wondering about visiting Hawaii during Covid, do your research. The landscape is changing all the time. At the time of our trip, the state is still not at full capacity. Also, if anyone is wondering how to interisland travel. There is a 72 hour window. In order to visit Maui, we got tested Thursday at Walgreen's in our home state, had results in 2 hours, and registered for 2 trips on Hawaii's Safe Travels site. We flew into Honolulu on Friday, flew into Maui on Saturday for a day trip, then returned to Honolulu for the rest of our vacation. The Safe Travels line moved faster in Honolulu than coming into Maui. Zach was able to pick up at the airport in the morning, cater a day tour to what we were interested in seeing, and got us back to the airport with enough time to make it back with no issues. I encourage you to take the time to give these guys a try. I reached out to another company, and they gave me bad info about Safe Travels, and I'm glad I didn't listen to them.
3. Romantic Sunset Champagne -Private- Maui Air Tour: Intimate & Spectacular!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
As Seen on HGTV's 'Hawaii Life': Your Most Awesome Maui Day is just a Click Away! Enjoy Maui's Most Affordable Aerial Activity: Your Spectacular, Once-in-a-Lifetime, Award Winning Romantic Champagne Sunset Private Air Tour! Enjoy your Private Cabin that Safely, Smoothly and Comfortably Seats up to Three and Offers your group Intimate Space to Create Cherished Memories for a Lifetime! Choose Maui's Only Private Cabin Airplane Made of Metal & featuring Non-Tinted Panoramic View Windows for Crystal Clear Clarity! Experience the Emotion of Leaving Earth Below as You Effortlessly Take Off and Fly- Free as a Bird! The Shift of Perspective is Powerful; the Achievement of Flying over Maui at her Stunning Sunset is Significant! You'll be met at the Private Aviation section of Maui's Kahului International Airport and briskly escorted through a VIP access gate by your pilot to your waiting aircraft.
Inclusions: Beverages, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Landing and facility fees, Glass of Champagne
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By tinaazi
This was the most amazing experience!!! We got to see the beautiful sea cliffs of Molokai, gorgeous waterfalls, the elephant rock and the spectacular corals and blue hues of the ocean with a birds eye view!!???? Definitely recommend everyone to do this at least once in their lifetime!
4. Epic Road to Hana Waterfall Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Only Tour Company on Maui that offered cliff jumping in Waterfalls, go pro photography, and videography!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Photography, Snacks
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Reviewed By jacobsG8024HQ
Zak was INCREDIBLE! Without him there, we would of missed out on SO much! The road isn’t too sketchy to drive yourself but without his knowledge, passion and wisdom on the trip, we wouldn’t of seen everything we did! This is our honeymoon and he made it the best experience we’ve ever had! This will be something we will never forget and it’s all because of the incredible job done by Epic Maui Hikes and Zak! Already recommended them to my family and will send everyone I know their way! They are so humble, great, cool people that are so genuine and truly love what they do. Wouldn’t go with any other touring company. Wish we could give more then 5 stars!
5. Sunrise at Haleakala Audio Driving Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
You'll feel like your on top of the world as you watch the sunrise on Haleakala -- it's truly an awe-inspiring experience. Let us guide you there with stories and legends along the way! Our Sunrise at Haleakala National Park Tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots in the park! With Shaka Guide, you have the freedom to explore on your own terms -- visit the sites 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! *Please note, if you want to visit Haleakala at sunrise you'll need to make a reservation.*
Inclusions: Offline map of the entire island with turn-by-turn navigation and the freedom to go at your own pace, Interesting stories and history, Purchase never expires and tours work 100% offline once downloaded, Tour highlights in the app with restaurant and activity recommendations
Exclusions: Sunrise reservation, Parking fees, Meals
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...
6. Road to Hana Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Excitement, Adrenalin, Refreshing Waterfalls, and mesmerizing cliffside views. Everything about our road to Hana adventure is epic, personalized, photographed, videographed, and unforgettable. We’ll take you on the best part of your vacation, and leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.
Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, Lunch, Photography, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Videography Go Pro
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Reviewed By christinemY8040VK
Epic Road to Hana Waterfall Adventure The way to hike and see the falls as the locals do! My husband and I were the only ones on the tour (social distancing score). We are not experienced hikers and Noah helped us navigate the terrain. He helped me overcome my fear of water and I was able to swim under the waterfalls! I would definitely recommend water shoes since we were hiking through some muddy areas. If I could give Noah 10 stars we would!
7. 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...
8. Private Haleakala Summit & Stroll from Kahului
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Personalized tours ensure a relaxed and easeful day. Let us handle the logistics, you enjoy the ride. Our private setting supports an intimate experience and space to thrive. Build memories together. Reconnect from the heart. The summit of Haleakalā is 10,023 feet above sea level. The drive up to the crater will take you through a variety of landscapes and microclimates with expansive scenes and a birdʻs eye view. The National Park begins at the 7,000 foot elevation and encompasses the entire mountaintop. There are just a few companies that have earned permits to enter and explore the area. We are one of them!
Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Hotel Transportation can be included at an additional cost. Please inquire.
Reviewed By Intrepidsoul
Aloha! If you are wondering if you should spend a whole day of your vacation to do this tour the answer is YES, ABSOLUTELY! This tour is absolutely incredible! You will see waterfalls, gorgeous trees, greenery, flowers, beautiful beaches, a bamboo forest, and so much more! Our guide was Ana and she is AMAZING! She is so personable and friendly and funny and kind! I have been on many, many tours from Greece to Brazil to India to Germany and tons of places in between and this is by far one of the BEST TOURS I'VE EVER BEEN ON BECAUSE ANA IS SIMPLY AN INCREDIBLE GUIDE. Please don't hesitate. Absolutely book this tour! I'm so glad we did! Aloha!!
9. Private, Customized Jeep Adventure, Halfway to Hana
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Private and customizable in an open-top (weather permitting) Jeep, our adventures provide a truly immersive experience, both in and out of the vehicle. All Hana adventures begin at 6:15 am or 7:30 am. This early start time allows us to get ahead of the crowds so you can enjoy the popular locations with as few people as possible. If 6:15 am or 7:30 am is too early for you, we can pick you up at a time that works best for you (no later than 9 am). Take as much or as little time as you need at each stop, this is your adventure! We are here to do the driving, so you can relax and enjoy the views on your customized private tour.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Soda/Pop, Bottled water
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Reviewed By jacporter
We planned only one excursion for our entire trip and we definitely picked the right one!! From the moment Scotty Joe picked us up, to the moment he dropped us off we never stopped learning interesting things about the island. We also never stopped laughing!!! The sightseeing was indescribably breathtaking! Scott Joe's knowledge of the island was immeasurable. We felt completely and utterly safe with him behind the wheel and the road definitely got a little hairy at times!! My husband and I aren't big on excursions and we are usually a couple that just does their own thing. So when I say this tour was a good choice, believe me it truly was!!
10. Private Half-Day Maui Road to Hana Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a private tour with Maui's best guides, seamlessly tailored to your interests, abilities and requests. From sightseeing to exploring caves to swimming waterfalls, we've never done the same tour twice. This will be your best day on Maui guaranteed!
Inclusions: Private transportation, Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By H3110NZjanets
The personal, professional, fun, expertise of Marty! He showed us all the off-road and non-usual stops and wonderful sites. We had an exceptional day, filled with excitement!
