Things to do in Maui
Maui Snorkeling58 optionsWhale Watching Maui41 optionsZipline Maui Hawaii8 optionsRoad to Hana Tours31 optionsMaui Dinner Cruise38 optionsHana Tours16 optionsMaui Helicopter Tours11 optionsSunset Cruise Maui9 optionsSailing in Maui17 optionsMaui Haleakala Sunrise Bike Tour16 optionsKayaking Maui12 optionsMaui Airport Taxi6 options
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Lahaina: Private Surf Lesson 2hr with Small Group & GearYou’ll laugh through sandy pop-up practice on Lahaina’s shore before paddling out with your own instructor and small group. Feel safe learning at your pace while catching real waves (and maybe wiping out). All gear is included—just bring curiosity and a sense of humor.
Maui Kaanapali Parasailing: Aerial Views & Local CrewYou’ll launch right off Kaanapali Beach with a local crew who know these waters inside out. Feel your stomach flip as you rise over Maui’s coastline, spot sea turtles below, and share a laugh with your guide—all while safely harnessed in with life jackets included. It’s one of those moments that sticks with you long after your feet touch sand again.
Resin Ocean Art Class on Maui: Make Your Own BoardKai Luna Creations offers a small-group resin art class on Maui where you learn the wave-pour technique and create your own acacia or bamboo serving board with ocean designs in 1.5 to 2 hours. All materials, gloves and aprons are provided; the finished piece cures for 24 hours before pickup, with delivery and shipping available. Children from age 8 are welcome, and the class includes island drinks and tropical snacks.Is it for me?Book this class if you want a handmade souvenir that actually captures something about your time on Maui — the ocean colors and movement you saw are what you're pouring into the board, and you made it yourself in the time it takes a long lunch.
Maui Road to Hana & Haleakalā: Self-Guided Audio Tours BundleYou’ll wake up above clouds on Haleakalā, drive winding roads through rainforests and past waterfalls on your own schedule, snack on fresh banana bread from roadside stands, and wander black sand beaches—all guided by stories that pop up just when you need them. The freedom to pause anywhere makes Maui feel wide open and personal.
West Maui and Molokai Helicopter Tour: Oceanfront LandingA 75-minute helicopter tour from Kahului Heliport that flies over West Maui's rainforest and the tallest sea cliffs of Molokai, then lands at Air Maui's private oceanfront site on Maui's North Shore before returning to base. The pilot narrates throughout and the doors-on cabin gives unobstructed views for photography. Shared tour with up to six passengers; weight restrictions apply for safety.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to fly with other passengers and land on the beach—the shared cabin keeps the price lower, and the oceanfront stop gives you time on the sand between the two flights. If you'd prefer to fly alone or with your group only, choose the private helicopter option at checkout instead.
Maui: Ka'anapali Small-Group Snorkel Tour & Turtles SwimYou’ll step straight off Ka'anapali Beach onto a small group boat, snorkel with turtles and colorful reef fish at a west Maui spot chosen by your local guide, then relax with drinks and snacks under shaded seating before heading back salty-haired and smiling.
Maui Road to Hana: Rainforest, Black Sand Beach & WaterfallsYou’ll wind through Maui’s rainforest along the Road to Hana with a local guide who knows every curve and story. Expect waterfalls you can actually swim in (if you’re brave), fresh banana bread warm from the oven, black sand between your toes at Waiʻanapanapa State Park, plus a picnic lunch under shady trees. It’s less about checking off sights and more about feeling Maui slow down around you.
Maui: Whale watching cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor with guideYou’ll join a small group aboard a high-speed catamaran from Ma'alaea Harbor for close-up whale watching with a local guide. Listen to live whale songs through hydrophones, sip cold drinks as you watch for breaches and fin slaps, and share laughs with fellow travelers—all moments you’ll remember long after you’re back on shore.
West Maui and Molokai 60-Minute Helicopter Tour: Expert narration includedA 60-minute helicopter tour over West Maui and Molokai with a live English-speaking pilot narrating the route. You'll fly over dormant volcanoes, lush rainforests, Hawaii's tallest waterfalls including the 1,750-foot Kahiwa Falls, and the world's tallest sea cliffs along Molokai's isolated north shore. The shared cabin holds up to six passengers plus the pilot.Is it for me?You're flying in a shared cabin with up to five other passengers, so this works best if you want the route and the narration without the cost of a private charter. The fixed 60-minute itinerary means you see Molokai's remote north shore and the tallest waterfalls in one flight—no building the day yourself.
Maui: Sunrise Whale Watching Tour with Lahaina CrewYou’ll start your day on Maui’s quiet morning ocean with a small group and friendly local crew from Lahaina. Watch for humpbacks as sunrise colors hit the mountains, listen to whale songs through an onboard hydrophone, and ask anything you want — these guides know their stuff. The vibe is relaxed and real; you’ll leave feeling connected to both whales and people.
Maui: Honolua Ridgeline Hike & Native Forest Conservation TourYou hike two miles through Maui's protected native forest with a local conservation guide, learning about endangered plants, watershed ecology, and the island's water systems. The route stays mostly shaded along the ridgeline, and snacks plus vehicle transport are included. It's a moderate hike on private land that's normally closed to visitors.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the native forest and conservation work that most Maui visitors miss, and you're comfortable with a moderate hike on terrain that's normally closed to the public — the private access is what makes the experience possible.
Scuba Diving in Maui: Beginners Welcome, No Experience NeededScuba diving in Maui's West waters with PADI-certified instructors who teach beginners from zero experience. You enter from shore, carry your own gear, and spend up to 60 minutes underwater exploring coral reef and spotting green turtles, eagle rays, octopus and reef fish. The full experience, including briefing and gearing up, runs 2.5 hours. A portion of proceeds supports local reef restoration.Is it for me?Your guide speaks English only, so you need to be fluent to follow the instruction and safety briefing comfortably. Children are welcome from age 10 if they meet the swimming and physical fitness requirements. This is a shore dive with no boat, so entry and exit depend on your ability to walk in and out of the ocean carrying gear—if you can't manage that, this dive won't work for you.
Haleakala Crater Hiking: 4-Mile Lava Trail on MauiA 7-hour guided hike on Maui's Haleakala Crater covers two separate trails: Sliding Sands descends from the 10,023-foot summit, and Halemau'u starts lower at 8,000 feet, both crossing lava and native plants at extreme elevation. A local guide leads groups of up to nine, with snacks and lunch provided; the hike suits travelers with moderate fitness who are at least 8 years old. Minimum group size is four passengers; weather does not cancel the activity.Is it for me?The hike starts at Haleakala's summit, which sits at 10,000 feet — you'll need a ride there or a rental car, since public transit does not reach the trailhead. If you're staying on Maui without a vehicle, arrange your own transport or book a separate shuttle; the guide meets you at the summit and leads from there. The two-trail format lets you choose how much climbing you want: Sliding Sands is steeper and higher, while Halemau'u is a gentler option if you want to conserve energy for the return.
Maui Outrigger Canoe Tour: Paddle with Green Sea TurtlesA one-hour outrigger canoe tour on Maui where you paddle a traditional Hawaiian double-hulled canoe from Wailea Beach along the south coast, learning about ancient wayfinding and celestial navigation while spotting green sea turtles and, seasonally, humpback whales. Check in 20 minutes early; children under 5 are not recommended, and you'll need moderate fitness and the ability to paddle at least a half mile.Is it for me?Small groups paddle together, so you're sharing the canoe with other travelers rather than paddling solo. This works best if you're comfortable being part of a crew and want the cultural experience of paddling the way Hawaiian voyagers did, rather than a solo or private water activity.
West Maui Mango Farm Tour: 20 Varieties & Organic Fruit TastingA two-hour guided farm tour on Maui's west side where you walk through 20 varieties of organic mango, papaya, pineapple, starfruit and seasonal fruit, tasting whatever is ripe that day. The farm uses regenerative permaculture and no chemical fertilizers or pesticides. A live guide in English or German explains the difference between traditional and regenerative agriculture as you move through the fields, with ocean and mountain views framing the route.Is it for me?The walk is steady but not strenuous, and the whole experience runs two hours—a good fit for a free afternoon or a morning before other plans. If you want to understand how food actually grows instead of just tasting it, the guide's explanation of regenerative farming and permaculture makes that the point of the visit, not an add-on.
Maui: Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Sea Turtles & Local GuideYou’ll start early at Makena Landing with a friendly local guide who’ll teach you kayaking basics before paddling out onto calm Maui waters. Snorkel above colorful reefs and spot Hawaiian green sea turtles up close, learning bits of language and history along the way. There’s laughter, salt air, and real moments you’ll carry home long after your arms stop aching.
Maui Makena: South Shore Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Local GuideYou’ll paddle Maui’s south shore from Makena Beach with a local guide, spot sea turtles while kayaking, then slip into clear water for guided snorkeling among tropical fish and coral reefs. Expect laughter between new friends, sweet pineapple after swimming, and small moments that linger long after you’re dry again.
Maui Shore Dive: Guided Scuba for Certified Divers OnlyYou’ll join a small group of certified divers for a guided shore dive in Lahaina led by a local instructor—gear included and no boat hassle. Expect close-up encounters with Hawaiian turtles and maybe even the haunting songs of humpback whales drifting through clear water. With easy beach entry and relaxed pacing, it’s an experience you’ll remember long after your flight home.
Haleakalā Summit Tour from Kahului: Private crater viewsA private guided tour of Haleakalā Crater departing from Kahului takes you through five hours of changing landscapes—from sea-level drive through microclimates to the summit at 10,023 feet, where you walk the crater rim, explore ancient rock walls on the Pa Ka'oao Trail, and study the rare silversword plant. Your guide speaks English or Portuguese, water and snacks are included, and the fixed itinerary means the logistics are settled before you arrive.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a private vehicle and guide to pace your own rhythm through three climate zones—from park entrance to summit—rather than joining a group schedule.
Haleakala Bike Tour from 6,500 feet to sea level: MauiA predawn bike tour down Haleakala volcano on Maui starts at 6,500 feet and descends all the way to sea level in Paia, coasting through 29 switchback turns with a local guide. The tour includes a narrated drive through Makawao and Kula to watch the predawn colors before you mount the bike. Riders must be at least 12 years old and weigh no more than 280 pounds; a no-host meal stop in Paia is built into the itinerary.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in a hotel without a car—pickup and dropoff are included, so you descend from 6,500 feet by bike without needing your own transportation or logistics.
