Maui is a magnificent island to explore, and these sightseeing and activity tours can help you to get the most from your visit. Experience sunrise on Haleakala crater or view it from a helicopter... go snorkeling along crescent-shaped Molokini... take surfing lessons from the pros... or simply schedule a romantic sunset sail. If you plan to visit Maui on your honeymoon or romantic getaway, these are the top tours for couples. They can be purchased online with confidence.
Haleakala image © Lars5/Creative Commons.It's worth getting up really early (or staying up late) to witness sunrise atop this 10,000 foot dormant volcano. Panoramic views from this otherworldly aerie are a magnificent spectacle. Mark Twain called it "the most sublime spectacle I ever witnessed and the memory of it will remain with me always." You'll feel the same way. Dress warmly, and don't forget your camera.
Maui biking shot © Gabriel Amadeus/Creative Commons.After taking in the grandeur of Maui's Haleakala volcano, coast downhill on an exhilarating 28-mile bike ride that follows a steadily sloping path to the town of Paia. The vistas are extraordinary -- open pastures, fields of flowers -- and informative tour guides accompany groups on this tour. Although the pace is leisurely, it's for experienced riders only. A pre-ride breakfast is included.
There’s no better place to learn how to surf than where it all began. Instructors at the Maui Surf School work with newbies on techniques, timing, and of course safety. Two-hour lessons are taught in small groups to ensure individual attention. Surfing gear is provided.
See the beauty of Maui on a tour of this verdant island ringed by white beaches and swaying palm trees. Couples soar high above the volcanoes and mountains on the 45-minute helicopter tour. Haleakala Crater will be on full display, as will the Hana Rainforest, many stunning waterfalls, and the town of Hana itself. A guide provides historical background and draws attention to points of interest.
Sheltered from the wind and waves, Maui's Molokini Crater is an extraordinary place to snorkel. The crater’s wall serves as protection for many aquatic species and as a result the location can’t be beat for viewing tropical fish. Breakfast and lunch are included in the five-hour tour that includes the cruise to Molokini, snorkel equipment, and instruction. Right off the beach, there's a water trampoline for couples to cavort on.
Get close to the nature of Maui on this kayak tour that allows time for swimming, snorkeling, and wildlife observation. In the warm waters you may be joined by endangered, gentle green sea turtles. On the three-hour trip you'll be provided with kayaks (choose a single or double model) and snorkel equipment. Guides are available to offer instruction, safety advice, and paddling encouragement.
One of the most beautiful places on earth, Maui is dotted with waterfalls that help to make the landscape so lush and green. This hiking tour leads couples right into the heart of the stunning wilderness alongside streams and waterfalls. Lunches, snacks, and beverages are provided during the tour, which lasts three to four hours.
This follows two-and-a-half-hour Maui sightseeing tour aboard the Teralani 2 skims the coastline past tall mountains on one side to the islands of Molokai and Lanai on the other. Dinner is buffet style -- be sure to try the yummy mahi-mahi fished from local waters. Beverages and tax are included, but you may want to head on deck for this tour, watching the sun slowly sink over one of the world's most beautiful places. (Do scan the horizon for whales, and you may also sight a rainbow.)
Whether your schedule or your budget keeps you from combining a stay on Maui with a visit to Honolulu, you can still experience the attractions of Oahu. In the course of a day couples visit the site of Pearl Harbor, the Arizona Memorial, the USS Missouri, downtown Honolulu, and landmarks of natural beauty to boot. Roundtrip flights are provided from Maui to Oahu.
Want to see a volcano, up close? Even if plans keep you from combining a stay on the Big Island with your visit to Maui, you can still experience Hawaii. Maui to the Big Island sightseeing tours generally cover Volcanos National Park, the Jagger Museum, and the town of Hilo. Depending on the time and season, you may also get to visit a macadamia nut factory and an orchid and anthurium nursery. Airfare to and from Big Island is included.
