Haleakala Volcano Slingshot Tour Drive to 10,000 Feet, Maui
Drive the volcano's sweeping corners yourself, then roam the upcountry farms and wineries
A full-day self-guided tour of Maui where you drive a Polaris Slingshot up to Haleakala Volcano's 10,000-foot summit, then explore the upcountry region at your own pace. You have the vehicle for 24 hours, with a pre-programmed navigation route to Haleakala Crater, Kula Botanical Garden, Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm, and MauiWine at Ulupalakua Ranch. The route lets you stop as long as you want at each site, skip ahead, or linger in towns like Kula and Makawao.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Haleakala Volcano and Upcountry Maui
- Drive Polaris Slingshot to Haleakala summit
- Visit Haleakalā Visitor Center
- Explore Haleakalā Crater
- See 360-degree views at Haleakalā Observatory
- Tour Kula Botanical Garden
- Visit Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm
- Wine tasting at MauiWine
- See glassblowing at Worcester Glassworks
- Explore Maui Tropical Plantation
- Haleakala Visitor Center 30m
- Haleakalā Crater 30m
- Haleakala Observatory 30m
- Kula Botanical Garden 45m
- Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm 45m
- Ulupalakua Ranch 1h 30m
- Worcester Glassworks 30m
- Maui Tropical Plantation 1h
What’s included
- 24-hour use of the Polaris Slingshot.
- helmets.
- self-guided tour route pre-programmed in the on-board navigation system.
- Every day 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00
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Drive a Polaris Slingshot up winding roads to Haleakala's 10,000-foot summit, with 24-hour use to explore Kula, Makawao.
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The experience
You pick up the Slingshot in Lahaina and follow a self-guided route that winds through Maui's upcountry toward the volcano. The navigation system is pre-programmed with all the stops, so you navigate without planning. The vehicle itself is built for the long sweeping corners on the way up: the Slingshot combines open-air driving with enough power to handle the elevation gain and the road's turns without strain. Helmets are included.
The summit sits at roughly 9,740 feet, and from there you get 360-degree views of Maui and neighboring islands. The Haleakala Visitor Center near the top offers exhibits on the park's ecosystems and cultural significance. The crater itself is a massive erosion-formed depression with cinder cones, volcanic rock, and rare native plants: sacred to Native Hawaiians. You spend as much time there as you want. The clock is yours for the full 24 hours.
On the way down or between summit visits, you stop at the upcountry attractions. Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm spans 13.5 acres with around 55,000 lavender plants across 45 varieties, plus olive trees and protea. The views from the farm look out over Maui's central valley and the West Maui Mountains. Kula Botanical Garden covers 8 acres with over 2,000 plant species, water features, and a koi pond. MauiWine at Ulupalakua Ranch has been making wines since 1974, blending traditional grapes with Hawaiian pineapple. You can taste and browse the historic grounds. The towns of Kula and Makawao sit along the route with farmers markets, local art galleries, and restaurants. Worcester Glassworks lets you watch hand-blown glass being made. Maui Tropical Plantation offers tram tours through tropical crops and farm-to-table dining if you want a longer stop.
Because you have the full day, you control the pace entirely. The time listed for each stop is an average. You can spend more or less. You're not following a group schedule or a guide's commentary. You're driving your own route and deciding where to linger. The $25 navigation value is built in, and helmets come with the rental.
Top questions
What is Haleakala Crater actually like when you get to the top?
Haleakala Crater is a massive erosion-formed depression at the summit, not a traditional volcanic crater. The landscape inside features cinder cones, volcanic rock formations, and rare native plant species. From the summit area you get 360-degree views of Maui and see neighboring islands in the distance. The site is sacred to Native Hawaiians and the Haleakala Visitor Center near the top has educational exhibits on the park's unique ecosystems, geology, and cultural heritage.
Can I really spend as long as I want at each stop, or is there a schedule I have to follow?
You have the Slingshot for a full 24 hours, so you complete the tour entirely at your own pace. The times listed for each stopping point are averages only. You can spend more time at any site, skip ahead to another, or return to a favorite spot without any group schedule or guide timing to follow.
What is Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm like to visit?
Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm sits on the slopes of Haleakala and spans 13.5 acres with around 55,000 lavender plants across over 45 different varieties. The farm also grows olive trees, hydrangea, and protea. Guided tours walk you through the landscaped gardens and lavender fields, and the views from the farm look out over Maui's central valley and the West Maui Mountains.
Do I need to book sunrise at the volcano, or can I go anytime during the 24 hours?
Sunrise reservations (3am to 7am) are not included and must be booked separately if you want to see sunrise from the summit. You can visit Haleakala at any other time during your 24-hour rental window without a reservation.
What do I need to bring or know before I pick up the Slingshot?
You must have a valid driver's license from any country and be at least 21 years old for insurance. Passengers of any age can ride as long as they can sit securely in the seat. A fully refundable security deposit of $750 or $1,500 is required at pickup. The national park entrance fee of $30 per vehicle is not included in the rental.
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