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Hawaii’s best days out.
The 15 best things to do on Maui. The Road to Hana, sunrise above the clouds on Haleakala, the Molokini snorkel and the humpback whales offshore all winter.
Walk a working Maui Gold pineapple operation in Haliimaile, taste fruit at different stages, then take home an airport-ready pineapple.
Most Popular“We were late for the event due to a power outage in the island and terrible traffic. The outfitter got us into the next tour. The guide was terrific. We learned so much about pineapples and thoroughly enjoyed the day”
Small-group full-day Road to Hana tour with hotel pickup, lunch, black sand Wai’anapanapa, Ho’okipa, Ke‘anae, Lindbergh.
“Amazing experience! Justin is so knowledgeable and provided us an incredible day. Highly recommend this tour if you want to see the true Hawaii while in Maui🤙🏻”
Maui eco-raft from Lahaina: eye-level whale or dolphin watching on a small zodiac, with marine naturalist narration and hydrophone sounds.
“Guides were excellent. Very knowledgeable about the whales, super friendly, and very focused on making sure we got good sightings.”
Snorkel Molokini and Turtle Town from Maalaea on a roomy catamaran. Breakfast, lunch, gear, and sea turtle chances.
“the food provided was fresh and good. the crew was very knowledgeable and helpful to get the right sizes of equipment for each person. the water was rough and the skies cloudy but we managed to get two good locations to explore. the captain did a good job of finding smoother water.”
Calypso catamaran snorkeling from Ma’alaea to Molokini and Turtle Town, with breakfast and lunch, gear included, slides, and sea turtles.
“Book this tour !!! Excellent service and crew, they go above and beyond! And $2 alcoholic beverages ?? Do I need to say more !”
A guided 12.5-hour Road to Hana day with pickup, breakfast, lunch, waterfall swims, and black-sand views, without the driving stress.
“It was a great experience, the buses where better than those vans the other tours usually put you in, and Salesi was a great tour guide, photographer, historian, friend, and cousin. The lunch at Hana Farms was better than expected! And when the tire went flat, Salesi went up and down to fix the situation,…”
Ride seven Maui zipline lines at Camp Maui on the North Shore, with eucalyptus views, a suspension bridge, and safety-first guides for $155.
“Fun zip line. T & Cody/Cory were great. Only issue it’s very far and hard to get a return trip. Organize round trip in advance”
Ride a Polaris UTV on Maui’s west side through Pu’u Kukui Preserve with ocean views, small-group fun, and an eco-focused tree moment.
“All staff were all nice. Our guides were great - we even replanted a tree on one of the stops. I would do it again!”
Half-day snorkeling from Maui to Molokini Crater and a turtle cove, with lunch, gear, and wildlife surprises included.
“Weather was getting poor so captain took us to see the whales. It was a great trip. Recommend, Recommend!!”
East Maui rainforest hike with Road to Hana drive, Twin Falls swims, fruit tastings, and included lunch. Small-group tour for $187.
“This is a Maui must! Des, our guide, was absolutely fantastic! 3 waterfalls, cliff jumping, with lunch included made for a perfect day! Your feet will get wet, wear shoes with a good grip, as the rocks are slippery in areas. The hike itself is not hard. Couple spots where you have to navigate some…”
Fly 8 ziplines through Haiku jungle with bridges and snacks, guided by safety-first pros. About 2 hours for $164.
“The guides Krista and Jake were amazing. It was my first time and they made you feel very comfortable”
Maui humpback whale watching on Quicksilver from Maalaea. Hear whale songs on hydrophones, enjoy juice and sodas, and learn from the crew.
“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Maui! The crew was laid back and friendly, and very knowledgeable. Captain Paul was informative and quick witted. Nicole served up an amazing Mai Tai and smiled the entire time she was working! It was such a pleasant experience. We’d recommend this to anyone!”
A small, intimate Maui luau in Kihei with a full buffet, included open bar, live Polynesian music, and a Samoan fire-dancer finale.
“Food was excellent and entertainment was great. All 4 of us agreed we enjoyed the luau and the show.”
Chauffeured Road to Hāna day with waterfall swims, black-sand beaches, included lunch and snacks, and guide stories—no driving.
“It's a long day but having someone else drive for us so that we can see everything and take pictures without worrying about the narrow roads makes such a difference. It was an overcast and rainy day so we didn't swim but it was well worth it even if you don't. The sprinter van was…”
Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town from the Pride of Maui: clear volcanic water, sea turtles, plus meals and open bar.
“A great day. Crew is great. Kind, efficient, professional. It was s well-olied machine. Great snorkeling at both locations. Delicious lunch. And bonus that we saw a ton of whales!”
Both islands, and every way to see them.
