Scotch Mist Sailing Charters
Scotch Mist Sailing Charters is the best tour for those coming in large groups. The company’s vessel, the Scotch Mist II, accommodates up to 25 passengers, more than the usual 10 or less allowed by other charter companies. It also offers a wide range of Maui activities, such as sailing, sunset cruises, snorkeling, and whale watching. Whatever your favorite Maui activity is, Scotch Mist is sure to deliver! Whale watching is one of the most... [Read more]
Maui Classic Charters
Maui Classic Charters offers adventure sails and snorkeling around the Maui-Molokini area, one of the most popular destinations for water-based Maui activities. Established in the 1980s, the company boasts over 20 years of experience and has some of the most knowledgeable staff around. Guests can choose from two unique vessels: the Four Winds II, a sailing catamaran, and the Maui Magic, a high-speed power catamaran. Perhaps the most popular... [Read more]
Gemini Charters
Gemini Charters is ideal for tourists who want variety and value while enjoying their favorite Maui activities. The company offers practically every Maui activity in the book, from whale watching and snorkeling to romantic luxury sunset sails. Their flagship vessel is Gemini, an imposing 64-foot catamaran departing daily from Ka`anapali beach, and their key destinations are simply breathtaking. Gemini’s tours vary according to season,... [Read more]
Hawaiian Sailing Canoe Adventures
Nature lovers and culture freaks will love the diverse tours on offer at Hawaiian Sailing Canoe Adventures. Based in Lahaina, Maui, the company offers narrated sailing trips aboard an authentic outrigger canoe. As your guide tells you about Hawaiian culture and history, you’ll be sailing across the beautiful Pacific coast and viewing some of Hawaii’s most popular scenery. It’s like all your favorite Maui activities rolled into one! The... [Read more]
Feast at Lele
Fascinated with Polynesian culture? Have your fill at the Feast of Lele, a party venue consistently named one of the best luaus in Hawaii. Located on sunny Maui, Lele features a sit-down, five-course dinner showcasing the cuisines of the four major Polynesian islands: Samoa, Tonga, Tahiti, and Hawaii. Of course, there’s a lot more than good food: you also get a big dance and music presentation from all four cultures. Authenticity is the... [Read more]
Old Lahaina Luau
Ever fancied attending a real Hawaiian luau? The Old Lahaina Luau on Lahaina, Maui lets you do just that, and much more. Long considered Maui’s premier luau company, it offers a wide range of luau options from festive casual gatherings to elegant, formal banquets. It’s the perfect Maui activity for those who like a good party and have a genuine interest in Hawaiian culture and history. All luaus take place at the Oceanfront along Front... [Read more]
Open Eye Tours
If you want to explore Maui at your own pace, or simply go off the beaten path, Open Eye Tours has the perfect Maui activity for you. The family-owned company takes you to the most popular sites as well as the places seldom visited, with an interpreted narrative by a professional tour guide. Even the drivers are state-certified and more than happy to share their local knowledge. Tours can be customized to suit any tourist’s tastes. For... [Read more]
Pony Express Tours
Pony Express Tours is a family-run business that has been offering horseback rides on Maui for 25 years. It offers one of the most peaceful Maui activities, strolling by the countryside on horseback with views of the 10,000-foot Haleakala mountain in the distance. Among the sights you’ll see here are Makawao, Kula, Lahaina, Ulupalakua, Napili, Kaanapali, Wailea, Kihei, La Perouse, Makena, Oheo Gulch, and the breathtaking West Maui... [Read more]
Sugar Cane Train
The Sugar Cane Train is one of the most popular land-based Maui activities, with over 5 million visitors taking the tour since the 1970s. The train, officially called the Lahaina-Kaanapali and Pacific Railroad, is an exact replica of the real sugar cane train of the 1900s. Guests will easily recognize it by its red vintage exterior and unmistakable old-school charm. Some of its elements actually come from the real train dating back... [Read more]
Hawaiian Eyes Maui Tours
Hawaiian Eyes offers one of the most diverse and most intimate Maui activities on the island. Owned and run by an experienced tour guide, it specializes in personal and custom tours around any site on Maui. It also offers pre-planned land tours featuring the most visited spots on the island, complete with a historic narration and your choice of food and refreshments. If you’re staying on eastern Maui, the Hana Hou tour may be the... [Read more]
Oheo Stables
This is a tour for the culture and history buffs. Oheo Stables combines its horseback rides with visits to some of Maui’s best historical sites and interesting narrations of local nature and history. It’s like two Maui activities in one-a nature ride and an educational trip that takes you back in time. the guides are very knowledgeable and friendly, and the rides are tailored to suit riders of all ages and skill levels. The Historical... [Read more]
Mendes Ranch
Ride on a real Hawaiian ranch with a family of experienced cowboys! Mendes Ranch in Wailuku, Hawaii is owned by a Portuguese family who has been exploring Maui on horseback for decades. A ride at this ranch is more than a fun Maui activity-it’s also an educational tour where guides offer interesting narratives on the island’s culture, history and natural wonders. All journeys start at the Mendes Ranch Corral, where you’ll be... [Read more]
Makena Stables
If you’re after small, intimate tours with experienced riders, Makena Stables should be one of your top choices. Established in 1983, the business is run by a family of experienced cowboys and riders who are more than happy to take the ride with you. It only offers two rides, so you won’t have as much choice as with other Maui activities. But each one offers a unique experience unlike any other Maui activity. All rides take place on... [Read more]
Ironwood Ranch
Ironwood Ranch has been named the best place to go on horseback by Hawaii Magazine. Located in the scenic West Maui Mountains, the ranch specializes in small, intimate tours that can be personalized for you and your friends. It currently offers six tours, each one designed for a specific riding level. The easiest ride is the West Maui Journey, suitable for all types of riders and taking you through beautiful, relaxing trails in the... [Read more]
A*Broad Adventures Maui
A*Broad Adventures is a backpack tour company with a unique twist: it caters exclusively to women. Its founders have designed adventure hikes that make women feel empowered facing the physical challenges of Maui’s landscape. Women are rewarded after this strenuous Maui activity with visits to the spa, full body massages, and other pampering perks. Most of their hikes are over two days long, so you have to be fairly fit if you want... [Read more]
Maui Eco Tours
Nature hikers of all skill levels are welcome at Maui Eco Tours. The company offers six different hiking trips, all designed to show you the best of Maui and its natural heritage. Their tour guides are all state certified and boast an in-depth knowledge of local culture and wildlife. The Waterfall Experience over the West Maui Mountains is one of the most picturesque routes. You’ll be walking along some of the world’s most pristine waterfalls,... [Read more]
Maui Cave Adventures
Maui Cave Adventures doesn’t offer the same freedom of choice as other Maui activities, but it’s far from boring. Its only hike is a self-guided tour that shows you a side of Maui that few tourists even know of. You’ll have to drive yourself around, but aside from that it’s pretty cheap—tours go for about $12 per person, and kids under 5 are free of charge. The first stop is the Hana Lava Tube, also known as the Ka`eleku Caverns.... [Read more]
Jungle Tours Maui
Jungle Tours Maui is probably one of the most intimate tours there are on the island. A one-man company run by Alec Hawley, it boasts 20 years of hiking experience and a passion for Maui’s natural heritage. Hawley personally leads the tours and knows all the trails for all skill levels and time frames. All tours will feature bamboo forests, waterfalls, historical sites, and lots of opportunities for Maui activities. The tours only explore... [Read more]
Hiking Paradise Maui
Hiking Paradise Maui offers a combination of nature hike and historical tour. Besides exploring the island’s rich natural heritage, this Maui activity takes you on a scenic trip through time. Along the hike, experienced guides will tell you about Hawaiian history, local customs, folklore, and ancient traditions. There are four hikes available from Hiking Paradise, ranging from easy to moderate. The most popular is the Mountain Hike, which... [Read more]
Hike Maui
Hike Maui is known locally as the Grandfather of Ecotourism, and it certainly lives up to its name. Established in 1983, it is one of the most experienced hiking companies in the state and consistently one of the most requested. Its guides are fondly described as walking encyclopedias, with their knowledge of the Maui landscape and Maui activities all year round. The shortest and cheapest hike is the Short Waterfalls Adventure, which takes... [Read more]
