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    8-Hour Guided Haleakalā & Upcountry Maui Tour

    Trace Maui’s volcanic summit and green Upcountry on a private day shaped around your interests

    5.0 stars• 143 reviews

    Duration

    8 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 11 people

    Includes

    Private guide, garden admission

    Highlights

    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.

    • Explore Haleakalā’s summit landscapes and scenic overlooks with your private guide
    • Descend from volcanic terrain to Upcountry pastures, farms, and panoramic views
    • Discover gardens and local producers selected around your group’s interests
    • Customize your pace and stops for photography, food, culture, or nature

    What's Included

    • Water and snacks
    • Hot and cold drinks
    • Umbrellas and rain ponchos
    • Flashlights
    • Reef-safe sunscreen and natural insect repellent

    Important details

    • Ages 8+ only
    • Complete the electronic waiver before the tour
    • Requires comfort at high elevation, changing temperatures, short walks, and repeated vehicle entry and exit
    • Haleakalā reaches 10,023 feet above sea level and may cause discomfort at high elevation
    • Not recommended if your medical provider has advised against high-altitude travel
    • Some Upcountry attractions involve uneven terrain, gravel paths, inclines, or extended standing
    • Lunch is not included and is paid directly at the restaurant

    Cancellation Policy

    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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    FAQs

    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.

    Meeting details

    Your hotel or central meetup

    Experience provided by Unique Maui Tours

    Related locations

    Ali'i Kula Lavender

    Admission included

    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.

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    Private Tour - 1 to 6 passengers

    from $1,478.01

    Price for 1-4 pax • $175 for additional passengers

    Private Tour - 7 to 11 passengers

    from $2,059.24

    Price for 7 pax • $175 for additional passengers

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    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.

    Photo of John Stults

    John Stults

    September 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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.

    Photo of John Stults

    John Stults

    September 3, 2026

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