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Kahului · Hawaii · United States
Private Haleakala Summit & Stroll with Hotel Pick Up
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Start at sea level then begin the journey skyward! Traverse through rolling countryside, green pastureland and old lava fields. Arrive at Haleakala Crater – approximately 10,000 feet above the ocean! Peruse the Haleakala Visitor Center which showcases cultural & natural history exhibits, books and maps. Walk the Pa Ka’oao Trail (.4 mile round-trip) to observe ancient rock walls, shelters and an outstanding crater view. Drive to Pu’u’ula’ula where we explore the summit and examine the highly endangered, endemic Silversword. Gaze at the horizon, revealing the outer lying islands of Lana’i, Kaho’olawe and Hawai’i (Big Island).Take a stroll through a cloud forest featuring a hundred year old grove cedar, pine, spruce & eucalyptus (.5 mile). Watch for native birds and learn about our native species. Enjoy a light refreshment before returning to our starting point. If you choose the sunset option, then enjoy sweeping landscapes with a birdʻs eye view while Earthʻs closest star descends upon the horizon.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Start at sea level, then traverse through a variety of terrain
- See sugar cane fields, rolling countryside, green pastureland and old lava fields
- Take a stroll through a cloud forest
- See a hundred year old grove cedar, pine, spruce & eucalyptus
- Arrive at Haleakala Crater, approximately 10,000 feet above the ocean
- Study flora, fauna and the effects of invasive species
- Watch for native birds and listen to their calls
- Enjoy a light refreshment of fresh pineapple & banana bread
- Haleakala Visitor Center which showcases cultural & natural history exhibits, books and maps
- Walk the Pa Ka’oao observe ancient rock walls, shelters and an outstanding crater view
- Drive to Pu’u’ula’ula and explore the summit
- Examine the highly endangered, endemic Silversword plant
- Gaze at the horizon, revealing the outer lying islands of Lana’i, Kaho’olawe and Hawai’i
- Perch for sunset high above the coast and clouds
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
• Start at sea level, then traverse through a variety of terrain including sugar cane fields, rolling countryside, green pastureland and old lava fields • Take a stroll through a cloud forest featuring a hundred year old grove cedar, pine, spruce & eucalyptus (.5 mile, 30-minute trail) • Study flora, fauna and the effects of invasive species • Watch for native birds and listen to their calls • Enjoy a light refreshment of fresh pineapple & banana bread • Arrive at Haleakala Crater – approximately 10,000 feet above the ocean! • Peruse the Haleakala Visitor Center which showcases cultural & natural history exhibits, books and maps • Walk the Pa Ka’oao Trail (.4 mile round-trip, 20-minute trail) to observe ancient rock walls, shelters and an outstanding crater view • Drive to Pu’u’ula’ula where we explore the summit (15-minute walk) and examine the highly endangered, endemic Silversword plant • Gaze at the horizon, revealing the outer lying islands of Lana’i, Kaho’olawe and Hawai’i (Big Island) • Perch for sunset high above the coast and clouds • Return to our starting point
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Kahului
Sightseeing at Haleakalā National Park.
Continued
Kahului
Hiking.
Continued
Kahului
Sightseeing at Lanai.
Continued
Kahului
Sightseeing.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Not Included
$15.00 National Park Fee
What to Bring
Maui weather is wonderful all year. Shorts and shirts are great most of the time, but at 10,023 feet above ocean level, the climate conditions are a bit different from the rest of the island. And by different, we mean much colder, even in Summer! Temperatures are commonly 40 degrees cooler than the coast. It can be even colder if the wind is up. Hence, be sure to start in pants and a shirt. Bring along with you several layers that you can put on as we ascend the mountain. We recommend a long sleeved shirt, sweatshirt and or light down jacket. Something with a hoodie is ideal. When the wind arrives the cold air can be harsh and strong against the face and ears. Use walking shoes, sneakers or hiking boots. Thick socks will also help keep you warm.
Restrictions
This excursion operates at a high altitude. This may complicate health conditions and cause breathing difficulties. If you have any respiratory or heart conditions, then a doctor’s clearance will be required. Pregnancy must also be disclosed to ensure safety.
Meeting & Pickup
Hotel or cruise port pick-up & drop-off included.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2024-01-23
5.00 / 5
Great tour with Holo Holo Maui up the volcano with multiple stops. Tour guide Gus helped make our experience a fantastic one. Would definitely recommend this private tour. We learned a lot and saw some awesome sights.
2023-07-21
5.00 / 5
Joe was great! We learned so much about the island on our drive out and in the national park. He accommodated our needs on the hikes.
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