Maui: Cycle to the Sea Bike Tour & Homemade Coconut Muffins

Summary

Ride from Upcountry Maui down winding roads to the ocean with local stories and fresh coconut muffins along the way

You’ll coast 17 miles down Maui’s backroads with a local guide, starting with homemade coconut muffins and winding up at the sea. Expect small groups, real conversation, and plenty of laughs (plus lunch). You’ll see another side of Maui—one that lingers long after your legs stop aching.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the smell—fresh bread and coconut, somehow both warm and sharp in the early air. Our guide, Mike, handed out these homemade coconut muffins before we even touched the bikes. I’d barely unwrapped mine when he started telling us about his favorite stretch of road up ahead—something about how it curves just right if you let yourself trust it. I was nervous (I’m not a big biker), but there was this easy way everyone joked around that made it feel less like a tour and more like joining someone’s Saturday ritual.

We set off from Upcountry Maui while the sun was still soft, no other bike tours in sight—Mike said that’s why they start early. The air felt cool against my arms, windbreaker zipped up tight. The road dropped away fast, so you really get that flying feeling. It’s hard not to grin when you’re coasting through eucalyptus groves and suddenly there’s ocean on the horizon. Mike kept pointing out things I’d never have noticed: old stone walls covered in moss, a tiny fruit stand where we stopped for sweet pineapple slices. He knew everyone along the way—a guy waved from a pickup truck and shouted something in Hawaiian that made Mike laugh.

I didn’t expect how much I’d love those quiet moments between hills—the sound of tires on pavement, birds somewhere overhead, even just catching my breath with everyone else at a lookout spot. Lunch came later than I thought (bring snacks if you’re always hungry like me), but sitting together with sandwiches and cold drinks at the end felt earned. The private bike tour from Maui Bombers is long—17 miles—but honestly? It goes by weirdly fast when you’re watching clouds move over sugarcane fields or trying not to drop your muffin crumbs everywhere.

It’s funny—I keep thinking about that last mile down to the sea. My legs were tired but I didn’t want it to end yet. There’s something about seeing Maui this way—with someone who actually lives here—that sticks with you after you’ve washed off all the dust.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Morning bike tour to the sea

• Start tour at 8 am
• Ride 17 miles in two parts
• Use provided biking helmets
• Enjoy small group experience
• Complete 4.5-hour bike ride

Top questions

How long is the Cycle to the Sea bike tour in Maui?

The ride covers 17 miles from Upcountry Maui down toward the ocean.

What time does the Maui Bombers bike tour start?

The tour begins at 8 am to avoid traffic and other bike groups.

Is lunch included on this Maui bike tour?

Yes, lunch is included at the end of your ride along with beverages.

Do they provide helmets on this tour?

Yes, biking helmets are provided—instead of motorcycle helmets used by other companies.

Are children allowed on this Cycle to the Sea tour?

Children can join but must be accompanied by an adult.

What should I wear for this Maui bike ride?

Sneakers are required for safety during the ride; windbreakers and gloves are provided.

Is this private bike tour suitable for all fitness levels?

The ride is suitable for all physical fitness levels but not recommended for pregnant travelers.

What’s included

Your day comes with a local guide leading you from Upcountry Maui to the sea, windbreakers and gloves for comfort, proper biking helmets (not motorcycle ones), homemade coconut muffins at the start, beverages throughout, lunch at journey’s end, plus a professional photographer-guide capturing moments along the way.