HIKE THE Haleakalā CRATER
- Maui, Hawaii

Hiking the Haleakalā crater is an immersive experience. And what better way than to immerse yourself in Maui's volcanic landscape than on your own two feet. Our hiking adventure offers two vastly different environments to explore with both hikes clocking in at about two miles each. There are incredible panoramic views which stretch for miles in all directions, presenting the vast beauty of Maui's most impressive landscapes for you to see. Discover Hawaiian botany and geology with our enthusiastic guides, who blend their passion for adventure with deep insights into Hawaiian culture and history.
Haleakala Crater Hike Tour Features
Haleakalā National Park
Take in the scenic views of Maui’s number one attraction. This national park is known as the “House of the Sun”. It is a great place for hiking, biking or stargazing. Haleakalā Crater is a natural erosional valley with cliffs over 1800ʻ deep and filled with rare and unique plants and animals. With animals like the Nēnē goose, the many rare living things that make this place their home are yours to see. Just stay on the trails to avoid causing damage and to ensure the trails will be there for people to enjoy for many years to come.
Hike Keonehe‘ehe’e Trail at 10,000 ft
This two-mile hike takes place at the 10,000-foot summit where huge cinder cones dominate the desert-like, expansive scenery. At 10,000 feet, you begin to see an exceptionally rare and endangered Hawaiian plant known as the Silver Sword. This trail takes you high above the world and towards rare sights, many of which are fully unique to this one area of Maui.
Hike Halemau’u Trail At 8,000 ft.
Starting at 8,000 feet is the Haleamau’u Trail. It is easier to traverse and less steep. It wraps around the outside of the mountain to the north and leads hikers to a ridge that looks down into the crater on one side and down to the ocean on the other. It’s a spectacular spot for a picnic or to relax. This gentle hike still takes you to see the many wonders of Maui's mountainous areas, but does so in a way that is more accessible.
Haleakalā Crater Hike Tour Details
Elements
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Meet at Kahului Park And Ride
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Professional, knowledgeable, safety-oriented hiking guides
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Two-mile hike at the 10,000-foot summit
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Another two-mile hike at 8,000 ft.
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Picnic Lunch
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Trail Snacks
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Learn About Rare Plants And Animals
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Options For Trails
Insight
Set out to explore the vast and surreal beauty of Haleakalā. The crater of this long dormant volcano is cast in strange reds and brown, with a surface that has been compared to that of Mars. Watch the clouds roll in, seeming to swallow the land itself as they do, and keep an eye open for rare endemic species, some of whom are only found in this one place in the world.
This tour begins with meeting your guide at the Kahului Park & Ride at 8:30 AM. You will be joined by professional, knowledgeable, safe, and fun guides. Hike into both sides of Haleakalā; each environment is very different from the other, so both should be experienced to gain a true appreciation for this natural phenomenon.
We start with a two-mile hike down Sliding Sands Trail at the 10,000-foot summit where huge cinder cones dominate the desert-like, expansive scenery.
Another two-mile hike at 8,000 ft. on a lava trail lined with rare native plant species. Views stretch for miles in all directions.
Lunch and snacks included. Your tour ends back in Kahului after a 7-hour hiking adventure. Please inquire about transportation to Kahului if that is required.
Cost & Schedule
7-Hour Haleakala Hiking Trip From Kahului
HikersAges 8 yrs+ | $199.00 |
Program
- 8:30 am - Kahului Park and Ride Meeting
- 10:00 am - Enter Summit Area Of Haleakalā National Park
- 10:30 am - Hike Sliding Sands Trail at 10,000ʻ
- 12:00 pm - Enjoy a Picnic Lunch
- 12:30 pm - Hike at 8000ʻ through native brushlands and 360 degree views
- 3:30 pm - Enjoy some snacks as you leave Haleakalā National Park
- 4:30 pm - Return To Kahului
Guidance
- This tour minimum age is 8 years old.
- Maximum number of hikers per tour is 11.
- We run our tours in most weather conditions, but reserve the right to alter tour parameters if safety issues arise.
- If there are multiple parties in your group booking separately, please let us know you are together in the “Comments & Special Requests” section of the online booking form.
*Please bring enough water to stay hydrated throughout your tour, and a refillable water bottle if you have one.
Booking
Cancellations for refunds are accepted until 72-hours before the tour starts. 96 hours for private tours.There are no refunds for cancellations or no-shows after that point.