Top Maui Walking Tours

Visit a private estate on protected land where you’ll take a relaxing, educational, and grounding hike through the rainforest with a local guide. Learn about the local flora and fauna and the spiritual philosophy of those who steward the property. This is an excellent tour for plant lovers and those who want a quiet, serene, and private experience.

Get a hands-on introduction to the Maui Butterfly Farm during this small-group guided tour. Learn how butterflies are bred in the butterfly production facility and discover butterfly species that are native to Hawaii. Get a chance to feed home-bred butterflies in the butterfly lighthouse. Tours are capped at 10 people for a personalized experience.

Experience an incredible daybreak view from top of Maui’s highest peak during this 7- to 8-hour Mt. Haleakala sunrise tour. Journey with a guide on this massive volcano to witness the orange and red-colored dawn of a new day set amidst the clouds, enjoying the sublime beauty of a sight that once inspired literary great Mark Twain. This Maui sunrise excursion also includes round-trip hotel transportation, breakfast and entrance fees.

Learn all the secrets of the chocolate-making process—and go behind the scenes at Hawaii’s largest chocolate factory—on this decadent, small-group tour. Pick from multiple tour times, make your own way to the Ku’ia Estate Chocolate Factory, and then drive with your guide to the nearby estate. See cocoa pods growing and learn about the harvesting process before indulging in a delicious and informative tasting of nine different chocolates.

Embark on an adventure to the Kings Gardens trail in Maui and enjoy a private hike through the lush jungles. See the first waterfall on the way to Hana, observe ancient flora including dinosaur ferns and towering Hawaiian trees, and see ancient ruins. A chocolate tour is also included where you can learn about the chocolate-making process, sample chocolates from all over the world, and make your own sweet treat.

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.

Catch an exciting peek at the underwater world on this whale-watching cruise in Maui. Your excursion includes narration from your captain and crew, as you learn more about these majestic creatures. Enjoy stunning views and photo opportunities while traveling along Maui’s exquisite coastline. Your family-friendly cruise comes with a guarantee that you spot a whale during your adventure.

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.

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.

Sail to one of Hawaii's less-frequented islands on this snorkeling tour form Lahaina to Lanai, or the Pineapple Island. Snorkel beneath 300-foot tall cliffs near Shark Fin and Manele Bay, and look out for sightings of Lanai's resident pod of Spinner dolphins. This tour also includes breakfast and lunch to fuel a full day of fun.

Imagine swimming in a sunken volcano that teems with thousands of fish, while splashing in crystal clear water. On this Molokini snorkeling tour, cruise out to the crater, before jumping in the crystalline waters and scouring the colorful reef. Make a second stop dependent upon conditions, and search for turtles at Turtle Town or a spot named Coral Gardens. This family-friendly Maui activity is one of the island's most popular, and an unforgettable day of exploring the underwater world.

Participate in a traditional Hawaiian luau during your time in Maui and learn about the Polynesian ancestry of the islands. Watch dancers portray the stories of fishing, gathering, and voyaging in “Te Au Moana: The Ocean Tide” along with pre-show entertainment, a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet, and a fire knife performance.

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*

Embark upon a horseback riding adventure in Maui on this guided tour. After your guide matches you with a suitable horse, based on your riding ability, ride up into the valley of the West Maui Mountains through gulches to see waterfalls in the distance. Then, head down the trail to the oceanfront to ride alongside the Pacific Ocean—if you are experienced, you have two opportunities to canter or gallop, weather permitting. Also includes a visit to a petting zoo, home to sheep, mini horses, and rabbits.

Don’t miss one of the most popular whale-watching tours in Maui! This 2-hour catamaran cruise takes you from the historic Lahaina Harbor out to waters home to humpback whales. Using underwater hydrophones, listen to them sing, and watch males compete for mates or mother whales calving — you never know you might see on this adventure that guarantees whale sightings. Enjoy the views from the open upper deck or the shaded cabins below, and hear informative commentary from naturalist-guides on board. This family-friendly outing includes a Naturalist Program for kids.

Get a new perspective on Maui and discover the island's haunted history on this small-group walking tour of Lahaina. Your guide will lead you to historic landmarks, such as the Old Lahaina Prison and Old Fort, while filling you in on the colorful characters, and supernatural stories, that have shaped the city.

On this guided, full day tour of Hana, enjoy the diverse and tropical beauty of the famous Road to Hana. Stop for photos at waterfalls and a black sand beach. With an informative guide behind the wheel, this is one of the best ways to visit Hana—especially if you don’t want to drive!

Book this foodie mystery tour for you and a friend or partner, and you’ll be on a mission to find local food spots and learn a more about Lahaina as you go. As you solve puzzles, you’ll be led to different food outlets to try something new. At the end of the tour, you’ll have had a full lunch and learned a lot about the area, too.

Many travelers summit Haleakala for the sunrise but you can beat the crowds by visiting for an equally scenic sunset instead. Enjoy the best sunset view on Maui from the island's tallest peak. .

Meet a professional photographer for your own private vacation photo session. Capture memories from your trip to Hawaii during a photo shoot, complete with an online gallery of images available in the days after your session. Plan an impromptu photo shoot with your family or friends, or celebrate a special occasion like a honeymoon, anniversary, or family reunion. Locations can be customized according to your interests.

Hawaii’s massive Haleakala National Park can be difficult to get around if you don’t know where you’re going. This Haleakala National Park Hike with Summit Visit allows you to follow a guide who’s super familiar with the different paths of the park. See Haleakalā Crater, pass Rainbow Bridge Trail, and hike to the top of the summit, too. Lunch is provided for a stress-free connection with nature.

On this unforgettable Pearl Harbor day trip from Maui, journey back to December 7, 1941, when the United States was tragically thrust into fighting in World War II. Stroll the decks of the USS Missouri where the surrender agreement was signed. Coupled with a tour of downtown Honolulu, this day trip from Maui to Pearl Harbor is great for visitors of all ages with an interest in America’s history.

Discover the haunted history of Maui with our walking tour around the beautiful city of Lahaina. Discover colorful characters, haunted beaches, fairies, Hawaiian kings, and more! American Ghost Walks spends a lot of time researching supernatural and weird stories around Maui so that we have brand new stories and content that we can guarantee you’ve never heard before. This is not a haunted house, so no rent-a-ghouls have been hired to jump out at you.

Waihee Ridge is in the Beautiful less visited West Maui Mountains and weaves through a lush forest filled with beautiful local trees and ferns. As you make your way up the Ridge you will be able to take in beautiful sweeping views of the sea, as-well-as other areas of the island. There will be views of lush rainforest valleys, and waterfalls in the distance.