This excursion travels to Haleakalā’s 10,000-foot summit for an unforgettable sunrise. In addition to witnessing one of the world’s most awe-inspiring sunrises, guests are treated to a compelling and informative guided vehicle tour of Haleakalā National Park.
Our NAI Certified Interpretive Guides share insightful information about Haleakalā’s fascinating geology, ecology, and enlightening tales about Maui’s local culture and history.
After an enchanting morning at Haleakalā National Park, this tour visits the historic towns of Makawao and Paʻia.
What's Included
Breakfast included from Maui's favorite place to eat in Pa'ia at Island Fresh Cafe
Traveler Information
CHILD: Age: 8 - 17
ADULT: Age: 18 - 100
Additional Info
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
We adhere to local, state, and federal requirements
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
What To Expect
Haleakala National Park
Some call Haleakalā the Eighth Wonder of the World. Nowhere else can you climb from sea level to 10,023′ in less than an hour. At the summit, the 3,000′ deep crater you peer down into is 7 miles long, 2 miles wide, and 21 miles in circumference.
Encounter the elegant Silversword plant, found nowhere else in the world as well as Hawaii’s state bird, the Nene goose. Haleakalā is home to hundreds of rare and endangered species of plants and animals.
We are a licensed concessioner of Haleakala National Park and have direct access.
2 hours
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Admission Ticket Free
Paia
Today Pa’ia is a popular surf destination, however, Pa’ia’s history is as intriguing as it is fascinating.
Learn about how the Sugar Plantations shaped this town and the culture of the island, and how this small north shore town was once a gathering place for entertainment and fun.
60 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Kula
Maui’s rich farming and ranching history is still evident by the vast pastures that line the side of the mountain.
Kula’s cool weather and rich volcanic soil make the area an ideal spot for a number of Lavender, Protea, and Macadamia Nut farms.
60 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Makawao
The Hawaiian Cowboys or Paniolos have roots set deep in the town of Makawao. This small town still has hitching rails at storefronts just as the locals once used to tie up their horses.
60 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Reviews
10k feet up
Chasity_J, 23-11-2022
Corey’s stories, the views, stargazing (we where fortunate to have a clear morning), and the banana nut bread French toast!
Amazing sunrise experience
Janet_S, 30-09-2022
The tour was worth the early morning wake-up. I appreciated the jackets provided as the summit was quite cold. The sunrise was amazing and I appreciated the chanting to welcome the dawn. Since we got there early, we got to see a great night sky as well.
Amazing experience
WenWen_L, 06-09-2022
I had such an amazing time. Our guide Michael was just amazing. So knowledgeable about the island and such a nice person. We didn’t see the full sunrise due to cloud condition but nevertheless I had a great time. Definitely worth the trip. Just a bit of advise, do layer up and bring a wind jacket as it can be really windy.
Amazing view!
Nilda_I, 03-08-2022
The sunrise was breathtaking! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, and the breakfast was delicious.
Beautiful!
Melissa_A, 30-12-2022
Amazing, amazing! Beautiful sunrise! Glad I decided to do this tour. Took some amazing pictures as well.
Beautiful!
louisesR4234TE, 18-09-2022
Rory was an entertaining driver. The sunrise was beautiful! It is expensive, but we didn't want to drive ourselves and it was a once in a lifetime experience. We arrived at the summit a couple of hours before sunrise. Seeing the stars so bright (from this urban girl's perspective!), and the colors in the sky as dawn was approaching were just as spectacular as the sunrise itself.