Overview
A more affordable option to our often sold out sunrise tour, the Pre-Dawn tour offers the same beautiful colors of the sunrise from the outside of Haleakala National Park. You will enjoy the same 26 mile (42 km) bicycle tour from the 6,500' all the way down to the ocean at Paia at a more affordable rate.
Itinerary
- Narrated tour through the quaint towns of Makawao and Kula proceeding up the slopes of Haleakala Ranch where you will watch the predawn colors before starting your bike ride. (45 mins)
- The bike portion of the tour begins at the 6500 foot level of Haleakala. You will coast your bikes through the 29 sweeping switchback turns while viewing the beautiful island views. (45 mins)
- On the slopes of Haleakala Ranch at 6500 feet your exhilarating bike tour will begin through the 29 switchbacks. Beautiful bi-coastal views can be seen as you ride down twice. (90 mins)
- Located on the mid-slopes of Maui’s Haleakala volcano, Makawao has one foot in its plantation past and another in its thriving arts community. This charming town was once named one of the top 25 arts destinations in the United States. Makawao is the biggest little town in the region locally known as Upcountry Maui and is famous for its Hawaiian cowboys, or paniolo. Since the late 19th century, horseback-riding paniolo have wrangled cattle in Maui’s wide-open upland fields. The Makawao Rodeo, held yearly on the Fourth of July, is Hawaii's largest paniolo competition and has been an Upcountry tradition for more than 50 years. The weekend events include a parade and traditional rodeo competitions such as barrel racing, calf roping and bareback bronco riding, all with a few Hawaiian twists. For a snack, follow the locals to get a famous cream puff from T. Komoda Store. Established in 1916 by Takezo Komoda, a Japanese plantation worker, this little store and bakery does big business. (60 mins)
What’s Included
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Use of helmet and chrome cruiser bike
- Snacks (with a no-host meal stop)
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Haleakala Park Tour
Meeting & Logistics
Special Instructions
Bicycling is not without risk. Participants are required to sign an acknowledgment of risk. Tour conducted rain or shine.
• Dress in layers
• Wear closed toed shoes
• Bring sunscreen & sunglasses
• Bring your cameraBike riders need to be:
• 12 years old or older
• 5’ tall or taller (1.524 m)
• No heavier than 280 lbs (127 Kgs)
• No beginner bike riders or pregnant women
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Meeting Point
Hawaii
Additional Info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Weight restrictions apply; maximum weight is 280 lbs
- Minimum height required is 5 feet
- Age restriction: Riders must be over the age of 15 years old.
