Top Maui Half-day Tours

Visit three of Maui's most stunning natural attractions during this half-day, small-group guided tour. Observe and photograph sea turtles and monk seals at Ho'okipa Beach Park, see native plants and trees and a waterfall in the Garden of Eden (with admission tickets included), and explore a bamboo forest. Snacks, rainwear, and vehicle transfers are included.

Travel the famous Road to Hana in style, enjoying a luxurious small-group sightseeing roadtrip by limo-van and a stunning helicopter flight back, during this 6-hour adventure. Sit back and relax inside your plush limo-van on the way to Hana, stopping at Hana Tropical Gardens, the Hawaiian hamlet of Ke-anae and at a gorgeous waterfall, where you’ll have time to swim. You’ll also enjoy a beachside lunch before eventually boarding a helicopter for an incredible 36-minute flight above Haleakala Crater and the island’s rugged coast. This luxurious small-group trip to Hana also includes a professional guide.

Discover the amazing array of marine life that populates Maui’s Molokini Crater during this small-group snorkeling trip. Head by boat to this long-extinct volcanic crater just off Maui, a top-notch snorkeling site where visibility often surpasses 180 feet (55m). Among the many creatures you may spot during your adventure are rays, tropical fish and variety of other wildlife. Finish your trip at ‘Turtle Town,’ another well-known snorkel site where you can glide through the water with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. Your snorkel trip also includes, breakfast, lunch, local guide and snorkel equipment.

Go snorkeling off the coast of Maui on this boat tour on board 'the Malolo,' a 55-foot (17-meter) power catamaran. Cruise to one of two snorkeling sites—either Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens—where you can swim along the reef system to watch for colorful fish and other marine life. The location is selected by the captain depending on the daily conditions. If you're lucky, you may spot turtles or whales, too. Equipment and instructions are provided by the crew. Lunch (hot dog and soda) by selecting the upgrade option when booking.

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.

Get a new perspective on life under the sea with this adventure, which includes a clear kayak ride and a snorkeling trip. You'll head out to Makena Landing Park in Wailea, where you'll get to spot all sorts of local life, including coral and fish; if you're lucky, you might even see a sea turtle.

Take an epic journey along the stretch of picturesque roadway known as the Road to Hāna on this full-day tour that highlights the best of Hawaii's natural beauty and stunning landscapes. See beautiful beaches, quiet coastline, and towering waterfalls as you make your way across the Kalepa Bridge, where the highway continues to Kīpahulu on the Piilani Highway. This journey through the iconic narrow highway is comprised of 59 bridges and more than 600 curves taking travelers in and out of rain forest and tropical foliage.

Over 200 different species of fish inhabit Molokini Crater, and you have the chance to search for them all aboard this Maui snorkeling tour. Inside this ancient volcanic caldera that rises up out of the sea, you might also find manta rays, sea urchins, eels, or even a harmless shark. This tour also stops at a spot called Turtle Town along the Maui coastline, where you have the chance to swim alongside enormous Hawaiian Green sea turtles. Enjoy amenities like a glass-bottom viewing room and snorkeling equipment as well as a buffet lunch on the triple-decker catamaran.

Hawaii has a rich history of pineapple farming and this tour puts it all into perspective. Head to the historic plantation town of Hali'imaile to walk around a working pineapple field. Learn about pineapple growing cycles and cultivation from your guide and sample the fruit at its different stages. Best of all, each guest receives an 'airport-ready,' fresh pineapple at the end of the tour.

RESERVATIONS ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH THE SHAKA GUIDE TOURS Shaka Guide is an audio tour app that gives you the benefits of a guided tour with the freedom to explore on your own terms. This Maui Tour Bundle comes with six socially-distanced audio driving tours, including the famous Road to Hana. • Classic Road to Hana (10-12 hour tour) • Loop Road to Hana (10-12 hour tour) • Reverse Road to Hana (10-12 hour tour) • West Maui Coastline Tour (8-10 hour tour) • Sunrise at Haleakala (4-6 hour tour) • Sunset and Stargazing at Haleakala (4-6 hour tour) The app uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn navigation to historic sites, popular attractions, world-class beaches and scenic hikes with stories about the places you’re visiting and music to entertain you along the way. *Please use the link in your confirmation email to download the app*

Imagine exploring the ocean floor on a submarine tour in Maui, pressing your face against circular portholes in search of reef sharks and fish. On the Maui Atlantis Submarine tour, descend over 100 feet (30m) in an air-conditioned sub, experiencing the sights, sounds, and scenes of life beneath the waves. Please be aware all passengers must be 36" or taller to ride the submarine, a fantastic adventure for all.

Experience the twists, turns, and attractions along the Hana Highway without the stress of navigating on this full-day tour that departs from Kahului. Going with a guide means you can relax and take views en route to each stop on the day’s itinerary, including a rainforest waterfall, black sand beach, and the Haiku lava tubes. Don’t forget your camera: The highway is known for its sweeping views and wildlife.

This tour departs from the historic Lahaina Harbor to find the majestic humpback whales that frequent the waters surrounding Maui in the winter months. Traveling in a small raft creates an intimate whale watching experience not found on the larger vessels commonly used on whale watching tours. Plus, the raft travels quickly, letting you spend more time whale watching and less time in transit.

For those guests who prefer to start their day a little later, this is a great tour option! This exciting and informative tour begins with a guided vehicle tour of the Upcountry area followed by an amazing tour of Haleakala National Park. Guests will have the opportunity to learn about the unique Geology, Ecology, History, and Culture of Maui from our NAI Certified Interpretive Guides with a focus on Hawaiian values and preservation. Guests will also have an opportunity to visit the historic town of Makawao and then on to our final stop, the lively town of Pa'ia. ***PLEASE NOTE THAT NO HOTEL PICK UP OFFERED Meet at 810 Haiku Rd, Haiku, HI 96708

Snorkeling in Molokini Crater is undeniably one of the best parts about visiting Maui. Here in this crescent, submerged volcano off Maui’s southern coastline, over 250 species of fish inhabit a world-class reef. Experience water so exceptionally clear you can see down 75 feet, and swim with schools of tropical fish while cruising the vibrant reef. You can also just sit and suntan on the deck, with sweeping views of Haleakala set just off the back of the boat.

Only tour company on Maui that offers optional cliff jumping into Waterfalls, go pro photography, and videography! This personalized experience is great for nature lovers and those who appreciate a tour that is respectful of the environment. Visit multiple beautiful waterfalls, with an epic local tour guide. There are opportunities for safe cliff jumping, or choose to swim, soak, or simply admire the magic of the Falls. If your group is 3 people or less you may be combined with another group. of 2 or less. If the group is 4 people or more, this will be a private tour for your family only. Only your group and your guide will be participating.

Cycle from the top of Haleakala Volcano to the coast of Maui on this half-day cycling tour. With the benefit of an early morning start, you'll beat the crowds and traffic on the roads, making for a peaceful 26-mile (42-kilometer) descent. With a small group size, state-of-the-art bikes and helmets, and expert guidance, you'll have a safe and enjoyable trip down the side of the volcano.

The dormant Haleakala Volcano towers thousands of feet in the air. During this exciting excursion, go downhill biking on the slopes of the volcano and enjoy some of the best views of the island. A van drives you up the mountain to your starting point and then you can set your own pace to ride the 24 miles (39 km) down.

Ride a bike from Haleakala Ranch to the coast of Maui on this self-guided tour. You’re transferred to elevation of 6500 and equipped with instructions, hybrid bike, and gear for the half-day route. This itinerary is ideal for cyclists who want to ride at their own pace.

Combine the convenience of a guided tour with the flexibility of independent travel. This self-guided tour of West Maui begins with an ebike ride along the Lahaina coast for panoramic views toward Kapalua Bay. You then have the option to hike the Kapalua Coastal Trail, snorkel at Kahekili Beach, explore Lahaina Town, or do all three.

Visit three of Maui's most stunning natural attractions during this half-day, small-group guided tour. Observe and photograph sea turtles and monk seals at Ho'okipa Beach Park, see native plants and trees and a waterfall in the Garden of Eden (with admission tickets included), and explore a bamboo forest. Snacks, rainwear, and vehicle transfers are included.

On this Maui South Shore Kayak and Snorkel Tour, spend the morning swimming and snorkeling with schools of tropical reef fish, and keeping your eyes peeled for Hawaiian Green sea turtles that casually cruise along the reefs. This family friendly, Maui kayak tour is off the Makena coastline, an historic, volcanic section of shore that’s protected form wind and the waves. And, in addition to multiple snorkel stops, visitors will enjoy oceanfront light refreshments while dining with toes in the sand.

Discover Maui's craft beer scene and sample a variety of beers during this brewery tour. Visit a few local breweries on the island and enjoy guided tours of the facilities to learn more about the beermaking process. Then, sit down to a flight of beers and each location as well as appetizers. For lunch, you get a delicious helping of barbecue paired with even more beer.

See more of Maui's Haleakala National Park on this bike tour that covers more ground than possible hiking and goes to places off limits to tour buses. As your guide shares stories about the extensive history of the park, its geology, fauna, and flora, pedal the 26-mile bike route down the slopes of Haleakala. Continue through the switchbacks of Haleakala Ranch, the upcountry town of Kula, and Makawao, and finish in beachside town of Paia.

Spend 4-hours with a small-group (8 max) and a guide s you experience an ocean adventure on Maui’s south coast. Enjoy the use of provided kayak and snorkel gear as you paddle through clear, calm waters, stopping along the way to swim and snorkel. Keep your eyes peeled for local marine life like green sea turtles, manta rays, octopuses, dolphins, and sometimes even Humpback whales (normally spotted between December and April.)