Top Maui Art & Culture

Travel the Road to Hana with a small group on this full-day tour on Maui. With just 10 passengers in a small van, the group is able to navigate the 620 curves and 50 bridges along the 52-mile (84-kilometer) road. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere with your tour group, personalized attention from your guide, and plenty of time to ask questions about the history and flora and fauna around the road.

Book this Hana Highway (Road to Hana) Rainforest and Waterfall Tour from Kaanapali and avoid the stress of navigating the 21A highway in Hawaii. This tour takes care of the main details like driving, lunch, and select attraction entry fees, so you can enjoy the beauty that is Hawaii. Some stops include Ke‘anae Point, Ho'okipa Beach Park, Pua'a Ka'a State Wayside, and Wai'anapanapa State Park.

At this oceanfront, Kaanapali luau, feel the rhythmic beat of the drums as the sun sinks low in the sky, and experience the magic of Polynesian dance as tiki torches flicker in the night. Here at one of Maui’s best luaus, smell the fragrant tropical lei you’re given upon arrival. This Kaanapali sunset luau is full of exotic dances, as well as a filling, flavorful all-you-can-eat buffet featuring traditional Hawaiian cooking.

From the lunar summit of Haleakala Crater to the viewpoint for Iao Needle, explore the best of Central Maui on this informative, guided day tour. Hotel pickup is conveniently provided, and the tour also visits historic Wailuku—a funky, yet up-and-coming hot spot. Learn the island’s agricultural history and hear its legends and stories, and experience some of the island’s best scenery from its valleys right up to its peak.

Zoom above the treetops and enjoy stellar ocean views during this zipline adventure tour at historic World War ll base, "Camp Maui." Fly across several ziplines, cross the high-altitude suspension bridge, and try other obstacle challenges. Enjoy incredible views of Maui’s North Shore and the Pacific Ocean, plus learn plenty of facts about the island’s unique wildlife, culture and history too. Be sure and check out the new museum at Camp Maui dedicated to the men and women who served there.

Experience an incredible daybreak view from top of Maui’s highest peak during this 7- to 8-hour Mt. Haleakala sunrise tour. Journey with a guide on this massive volcano to witness the orange and red-colored dawn of a new day set amidst the clouds, enjoying the sublime beauty of a sight that once inspired literary great Mark Twain. This Maui sunrise excursion also includes round-trip hotel transportation, breakfast and entrance fees.

Catch an exciting peek at the underwater world on this whale-watching cruise in Maui. Your excursion includes narration from your captain and crew, as you learn more about these majestic creatures. Enjoy stunning views and photo opportunities while traveling along Maui’s exquisite coastline. Your family-friendly cruise comes with a guarantee that you spot a whale during your adventure.

Imagine swimming in a sunken volcano that teems with thousands of fish, while splashing in crystal clear water. On this Molokini snorkeling tour, cruise out to the crater, before jumping in the crystalline waters and scouring the colorful reef. Make a second stop dependent upon conditions, and search for turtles at Turtle Town or a spot named Coral Gardens. This family-friendly Maui activity is one of the island's most popular, and an unforgettable day of exploring the underwater world.

Watch sunrise from one of the most scenic locations in Maui with this half-day tour. Begin with a drive in an air-conditioned vehicle to the top of the dormant Haleakala Volcano. Witness the sunrise from this vantage point, then continue the excursion with a bike ride downhill from 6,500 ft. Stop along the way for photographs, a casual breakfast, and to explore the town of Makawao.

Cycle down Haleakala, Maui’s largest volcano, during this self-guided bike excursion. Explore at your own pace during this 23-mile downhill bike ride. Meet your driver in the North Shore town of Haiku for transportation to the top of Haleakala and admire the best views on Maui. Begin cycling at 6,500 feet in elevation, and cruise down mountain switchbacks during the ride. Stop for photographs, a casual lunch, and explore the historic town of Makawao at your leisure.

Over 200 different species of fish inhabit Molokini Crater, and you have the chance to search for them all aboard this Maui snorkeling tour. Inside this ancient volcanic caldera that rises up out of the sea, you might also find manta rays, sea urchins, eels, or even a harmless shark. This tour also stops at a spot called Turtle Town along the Maui coastline, where you have the chance to swim alongside enormous Hawaiian Green sea turtles. Enjoy amenities like a glass-bottom viewing room and snorkeling equipment as well as a buffet lunch on the triple-decker catamaran.

This tour departs from West Maui, Lahaina & Ka'anapali to find the majestic humpback whales that frequent the waters surrounding Maui in the winter months. Traveling in a small raft creates an intimate whale watching experience not found on the larger vessels commonly used on whale watching tours. Plus, the raft travels quickly, letting you spend more time whale watching and less time in transit.

Soar above scenic Maui and Molokai on this unforgettable ‘doors off’ helicopter flight. Feel the island breeze in your hair as you enjoy the only doors-off helicopter flight on Maui, gliding above scenic vistas of towering waterfalls, sparkling rainbows, and unspoiled valleys thick with rainforest.

Visit a private estate on protected land where you’ll take a relaxing, educational, and grounding hike through the rainforest with a local guide. Learn about the local flora and fauna and the spiritual philosophy of those who steward the property. This is an excellent tour for plant lovers and those who want a quiet, serene, and private experience.

Learn all the secrets of the chocolate-making process—and go behind the scenes at Hawaii’s largest chocolate factory—on this decadent, small-group tour. Pick from multiple tour times, make your own way to the Ku’ia Estate Chocolate Factory, and then drive with your guide to the nearby estate. See cocoa pods growing and learn about the harvesting process before indulging in a delicious and informative tasting of nine different chocolates.

This pottery class is a great way to spend a day nurturing your creativity. The class is taught in phases: centering, opening, and pulling. After demonstration of each technique, students practice what they have learned before moving on as a group. At the end of class, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind mug or bowl to remind you of your trip to Maui.

Explore the Maui Ocean Center, named a "Top 10 Aquariums in the World” by TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice. This impressive facility features more than 60 interactive exhibits, including the Nursery Bay and Turtle Lagoon, with close-up views of your favorite marine life. Learn about Hawaii’s incredible underwater world as you discover sea jellies, tropical reefs and octopuses.

If you like sea creatures, but have no desire to scuba dive, this tour offers an alternative. Relax on board a glass bottom boat where every seat is a window seat, and prepare for an underwater show. Divers bring animals such as octopus, urchins, crabs, and starfish up to the windows for viewing, making every trip a unique experience. This is a family-friendly experience that is fun for all ages.

Eat, drink, and be merry on a sunset cruise aboard a luxury catamaran. Sail the waters off Maui as you experience the ho’okipa (hospitality) of the crew and panoramic views. Enjoy an array of premium appetizers and a full bar—three alcoholic drinks are included in the price. There’s also a marine biologist on board to comment on any wildlife you may encounter or answer questions about the local flora and fauna.

If you’re looking to explore Hawaii at your own pace without being rushed or forced to make stops, book this Road To Hana Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour from Kahului. You’ll be given an itinerary of the Road to Hana with step-by-step driving directions and commentary about the area, its history, and what makes the road so special. During your tour, see a black-sand beach, numerous waterfalls, and much more.

The Hana Highway is one of the country’s most beautiful driving routes—and this full-day, small-group tour makes it simple to wend your way down the road, as well as visit other highlights of the region. Following morning pickup at your Maui hotel, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and stop for a local breakfast. Then, continue on your way. You’ll drive the Hana Highway, will admire the striking terrain of Haleakala National Park, will see Wailua Falls, will discover Wai'anapanapa State Park’s black-sand beach, and more. You'll also enjoy a picnic lunch at a local flower farm.

Upon your arrival in Maui, enjoy a traditional Hawaiian greeting with an orchid lei. After you've cleared baggage claim at Maui's Kahului Airport (OGG), a representative greets you with your orchid lei so you can begin your vacation. These firm orchids are made for a long-lasting experience so you can enjoy them during your time in Maui.

Skip the overcrowded boat tours and enjoy a more intimate experience of Hawaii. Travel to the island of Lanai in the company of no more than 22 passengers. Make snorkeling stops off the island to see tropical fish, turtles, octopus, manta rays, and dolphins. This tour includes breakfast and snacks and your ticket supports active marine research and the work of Maui’s whale entanglement response team.