Trace Maui’s volcanic summit and green Upcountry on a private day shaped around your interests
8 hrs
Up to 11 people
Private guide, garden admission
Explore two distinct sides of Maui with a private guide, from the volcanic terrain of Haleakalā to the farms, gardens, and small towns of Upcountry. Shape the day around photography, plants, agriculture, local food, culture, or a relaxed scenic pace.
Receive a full refund when you cancel more than 15 days before departure. Receive a 90% refund when you cancel 14 days to 72 hours before departure. No refund for cancellations within 72 hours or no-shows. Tours operate rain or shine. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather or unforeseen circumstances.
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Wear layers, including a fleece and rain jacket, and comfortable shoes such as sneakers or hiking sandals. Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sandals for lower elevations.
Bring any medication you may need, including motion-sickness medication if winding roads affect you. Bring your phone or camera; water, snacks, drinks, umbrellas, rain ponchos, and other essentials are provided.
Your Haleakalā & Upcountry tour includes admission to either Aliʻi Kula Lavender Farm or Kula Botanical Garden. The selection depends on operating schedules, availability, and your group’s interests.
Your hotel or central meetup
Perched on the sun-warmed slopes of Haleakala at roughly 4,000 feet, Ali'i Kula Lavender invites you to slow down and breathe in the cool, fragrant air that drifts across its terraced fields. Rows of purple blooms stretch toward the sky while the valley and ocean shimmer far below. A walk through Ali'i Kula Lavender feels genuinely unhurried, with winding garden paths, resident peacocks, and the quiet hum of bees moving between blossoms. The farm shop offers lavender-infused teas, culinary salts, and body products crafted from the harvest grown right here on these slopes.
With a flawless reputation among recent visitors, this tour operator consistently delivers memorable Maui experiences through knowledgeable local guides. Shannon stands out in multiple reviews for her photography skills, cultural insights, and ability to make the winding Road to Hana feel safe and enjoyable even in rainy conditions. Guests also praise Wendy for exceptional birding tours, Harrison for his expertise at Haleakala National Park, and Maika for his authentic local perspective. The guides clearly know their stuff, sharing Hawaiian vocabulary, island lore, and historical context that transforms sightseeing into genuine cultural immersion. The Road to Hana tour emerges as the most popular option, with visitors raving about stops at waterfalls, bamboo forests, sea turtle viewing, and local treats like Coconut Glenn's ice cream. The specialized birding tours also get enthusiastic feedback from both serious birders and beginners. Many reviewers mention that their guides doubled as photographers, capturing professional-quality images throughout the day. Private tours receive particularly strong praise for their flexibility and personalized pacing. The relaxed, friendly energy of the guides creates an easygoing atmosphere that guests consistently describe as a highlight of their Maui vacation.
We thoroughly enjoyed our group birding tour! Our tour guide Kate was incredibly knowledgeable and full of stories and details. We were able to get great photos of colorful I’iwi, Apapane, and Amakihi, plus so many other species. Six additions to my life list! It was a fantastic day.
John Stults
September 3, 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our group birding tour! Our tour guide Kate was incredibly knowledgeable and full of stories and details. We were able to get great photos of colorful I’iwi, Apapane, and Amakihi, plus so many other species. Six additions to my life list! It was a fantastic day.
John Stults
September 3, 2026
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