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15 Tours & Day Trips in Maui to Plan a Maui Day Around

191 tours  ·  from $49 a head

The 15 tours & day trips worth booking, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Start at number one and work down.

Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch - Ho’okipa Beach and the first coastal views
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Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch

1.Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,064 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $209Our pick

Spend 8 to 11 hours on Maui’s Road to Hana in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide and a group of no more than 15. Stops may include Ho’okipa Beach, Pua’a Ka’a, Wai’anapanapa’s black sand shore, Ke‘anae, and Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread. Breakfast and lunch are included, but some roadside stops are optional or made on request.

“Today was my 30th birthday on the day of the tour and we were blessed to have Lepa as our tour guide ! She was so fun to learn from and hear about her experiences growing up near and around Hana. Despite some people being late showing up in the morning, and also some people being late returning from some of the attractions, Lepa made sure to get us to all the fun destinations and even more cute roadside shops! I’m so grateful I chose my 30th birthday on the road to Hana and I’m so even more grateful that we ended up with Lepa! If you take Dramamine, I…”

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Maui Pineapple Farm Tour in Haliimaile - Tasting Maui Gold at different stages
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Maui Pineapple Farm Tour in Haliimaile

2.Maui Pineapple Farm Tour in Haliimaile

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,855 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

At a working farm in Haliimaile, a guide takes you through pineapple fields and the packing facility, explaining how Maui Gold grows and letting you taste fruit at different stages. The 90-minute tour includes a whole airport-ready pineapple for each person. Guides such as Shilo, Colton, Rudy, and Brian have led tours.

“The tour was very educational and a lot of fun. There is a lot of work growing and sending pineapples. The tour guide was great and the store was very nice.”

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Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina - Lahaina departure and the short route
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Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

3.Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,482 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

From Lahaina, ride a small zodiac raft for whale watching from December to April or dolphin watching and coastal sightseeing in summer. A marine naturalist explains local wildlife, and whale-season trips use a hydrophone to pick up whale songs. Crews have included Captain Jack and marine biologist Jess, though the team can vary.

“We had a memorable time seeing the whales & some babies. The highlight was hearing the whale songs. Description of beverages on board is a little misleading; only water was offered upon request.”

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Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch - Hana Farms makes lunch part of the route
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Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch

4.Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,832 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $276

Spend about 12½ hours on Maui’s Road to Hana with a driver-guide, hotel pickup, a light breakfast, and lunch at Hana Farms. Expect Paia, Keanae’s lava coast, Wai’anapanapa’s black-sand shoreline, and a weather-dependent waterfall swim at Pua’a Ka’a. Guides such as Salesi are praised for local stories and safe driving, but the full day includes many tight curves.

“Worth every dollar! Our driver/guide, Sale, was informative and entertaining every step of the way. A beautiful view everywhere you looked! Plenty of photo ops and sightseeing too, with opportunities to swim. We were well fed and the pizza lunch was excellent.”

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From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver - Choosing a seat on the two-deck boat
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From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

5.Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,461 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Best value

Sail from Ma’alaea Harbor aboard the Quicksilver, a double-deck power catamaran, for a two-hour whale watch during Maui’s December-to-April season. The captain and crew share information about whale behavior, while underwater hydrophones bring whale songs aboard. Juice and soda are included, and the boat has a shaded cabin and two restrooms.

“This was an amazing whale-watching tour! The crew was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the entire experience. The two-hour tour is the perfect length for most visitors, especially families with young children. If you’re able to spend more time on the water, I’d recommend a four-hour tour, as the longer duration allows you to see more wildlife and fully enjoy the beauty of the ocean.”

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Lahaina: Maui Ku'ia Estate Guided Cacao Farm Tour and Tasting - A treehouse tasting of nine chocolates
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Lahaina: Maui Ku’ia Estate Guided Cacao Farm Tour and Tasting

6.Maui Ku’ia Estate Guided Cacao Farm Tour and Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,103 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Meet at Ku’ia Estate’s Lahaina factory, then ride with your guide to a 20-plus-acre cacao farm for a walk among the trees and a nine-piece chocolate tasting. Tastings take place in a treehouse. Guides who have led tours include Shawn, Brandy, Mandy, and Steph, though your guide may differ. Allow for stairs and about 20 minutes of walking.

“Our guide was great, full of energy and enthusiasm—very knowledgeable! We learned so much and really enjoyed ourselves!”

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Maui: VIP Private Road to Hana Tour with Pick Up - Black sand, waterfalls, and the Hana Highway
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Maui: VIP Private Road to Hana Tour with Pick Up

7.VIP Private Road to Hana Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,068 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $679

Take a private, customizable 8 to 10-hour drive from Paia along Maui’s Road to Hana, with stops for waterfalls, volcanic beaches, Hana town, and local food or chocolate. Your guide handles the winding road and adjusts the day to your interests. Guides named in past tours include Melissa, Charlie, Shayne, Kobe, Spencer, and Donovan, but assignments can vary.

“This was such a great way to see the Road to Hana. Koby was the best! He has an encyclopedia like knowledge of Hawaiian history, culture, and local customs. He answered our questions, took us to some places off the beaten path and introduced us to some locals. If we had done this on our own, we would’ve seen a lot of pretty scenery, but would’ve not experienced Maui the way it should be experienced. Thanks Koby!”

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Maui: Small Group Road to Hāna Tour 6 to 8 passengers - From Pa‘ia to Ke‘anae
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Maui: Small Group Road to Hāna Tour 6 to 8 passengers

8.Small Group Road to Hāna Tour 6 to 8 passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,012 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $250

This full-day Maui tour takes you along the winding Road to Hāna in a small group of up to eight, with a professional driver, hotel pickup, breakfast, lunch, fruit, and snacks. Stops may include Ho’okipa, Ke‘anae, Wai‘anapanapa’s black sand beach, Hana, and waterfalls. Guides such as Louie, Ed, Larry, and Jason have led trips, though your guide will depend on the date.

“Worth the experience once, would not do it again. Will not book through Viator again— too many problems from initial booking through trying to get vouchers which ultimately were never checked.”

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Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran - Two decks, more ways to watch
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Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

9.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

From Ma'alaea Harbor, take a two-hour catamaran cruise in search of humpback whales, with narration from the captain and crew, underwater hydrophones, drinks, and restrooms on board. The double-deck layout offers open-air and shaded views. Captains including Kiwi and Carlos have led trips, though your crew may vary. Tours run December through April.

“Great tour, saw lots of wales and the boat layout was great for making sure everyone had a good view”

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Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond - Waiʻānapanapa: black sand, lunch, and a possible swim
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Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond

10.Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 864 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $210

Ride the Road to Hana in a private, air-conditioned van with a local guide and no more than 11 other people. Stops include rainbow eucalyptus, Keanae Peninsula, Waiʻānapanapa’s black-sand beach, and Puaʻa Kaʻa waterfall. Lunch, snacks, and water are included. Swimming depends on weather; guides have included Lei, Junior, and Damien.

“The ease of which the whole group got along and the enthusiasm of the driver Sean. I thought there was going to be more hiking but it turned out to be enough”

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Small-Group Road to Hana Luxury Tour - Kaumahina and the first coastal views
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Small-Group Road to Hana Luxury Tour

11.Small-Group Road to Hana Luxury Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 863 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $385

Travel Maui’s winding Road to Hana in a luxury limo-van capped at eight people. A Hawaiʻi-certified driver-guide handles the curves and bridges while you visit Keʻanae, Waiʻānapanapa’s black sand beach, and Puaʻa Kaʻa’s waterfall pool when conditions allow. Hotel pickup, chilled drinks, and meals are included, with menu choices depending on the option you book.

“You can not miss this wonderful experience. There were so many beautiful flowers, trees, water falls, swimming holes, local food stops to see on this spectacular drive up Hana road. What made this drive the greatest & best was our guide/ driver Gayle Shufeldt. She pointed out so much, & gave us info & history of everything along the way. Things we would have missed. A must trip with Gayle. Thank you Temptation Tours for the wonderful day especially Gayle!”

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West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback - Climbing into the West Maui Mountains
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West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

12.West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 845 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Ride for about two hours through West Maui’s mountain trails, with distant waterfall views when conditions allow and a coastal overlook above the Pacific. Guides match horses to your riding ability, take photos, and offer a chance to trot or canter if weather and skill permit. The visit also includes a petting area with farm animals.

“We did this ride in November and it had rained recently. The owner was very nice and did offer to reschedule us or give us a refund as we could not go up the mountain. Having done at least 10 or more commercial rides at various parks in various states, this was an average ride. The guides were very nice and the horses appeared healthy and in good condition. Th ride down toward the ocean was pretty, and of course the ocean views were gorgeous! The two concerns I had were: 1. Even with 2 wranglers, the group got pretty spread out. Add to that the fact that the horses…”

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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal - Five and a half hours, with time to eat and rest
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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

13.Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 5h 30m · from $159

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor to Molokini and Turtle Town, or another site chosen for the day’s conditions. Snorkel among tropical fish and look for Hawaiian green sea turtles, with flotation gear and an in-water lifeguard. Breakfast, deli lunch, drinks, snorkel equipment, and freshwater showers are included. The trip lasts 5.5 hours.

“We loved our snorkeling trip and were able to see some whales as well. Our captain was knowledgeable and the food and service was great.”

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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor - Molokini’s clear water, coral, and fish
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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

14.Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 821 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $202

Set out from Maalaea Harbor at 7:00 am on a 55-foot glass-bottom catamaran for about five hours on the water. The crew provides snorkel gear, instruction, breakfast, lunch, and drinks. Explore Molokini for about two hours when conditions allow, or snorkel at an alternate site if the captain deems it safer. From December through March, whales may appear along the way.

“It is an excellent snorkeling excursion in Maui. The captain and trainers were awesome. They were supportive, caring and sharing knowledge for each water activity. The food they served was superstar and mouth watering! I would strongly recommend for the activity”

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Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE! - Lanai’s prehistoric coast and WWII shipwreck
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Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE!

15.Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $536

Take a private plane tour from Kahului for a sweeping view of Maui County. In about 75 to 90 minutes, you’ll pass Honolua Bay, Lanai’s coast, Kahoolawe, Molokini Crater, Wailea and Makena’s lava fields, with live commentary over your headset. The experience is offered for groups of two to five; confirm the seating setup if your party has more than three passengers.

“Beautiful flight with breath taking views. Highly recommend. Our pilot was awesome, gave good commentery.”

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