Tours and Trips in Maui

At this oceanfront, Kaanapali luau, feel the rhythmic beat of the drums as the sun sinks low in the sky, and experience the magic of Polynesian dance as tiki torches flicker in the night. Here at one of Maui's best luaus, smell the fragrant tropical lei you're given upon arrival, and gather around the steaming imu where food is cooked underground. This Kaanapali sunset luau is full of exotic dances, as well as a filling, flavorful buffet of traditional Hawaiian cuisine.

Maui's legendary Road to Hana winds around black sand beaches, waterfalls, and sheer cliffs. This private tour cruises by Jaws, one of the most famous big wave surfing spots in the world, a coral church, a lava cave, and more as takes the 620 curves on the way to Hana. You'll have lunch at a waterfall on your way to seaside Hana town.

Explore Maui's stunning natural beauty on a 6-hour shore excursion while in port in Lahaina. Led by a local guide, you'll head to the lush Iao Valley to hear the history behind Iao, the beautiful daughter of Maui, and learn about Hawaii's most popular flowers and food crops at the Maui Tropical Plantation. To extend your excursion, upgrade to visit the native marine life at the Maui Ocean Center, too. Your tour will conclude with drop-off back at your port.

Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world, and Maui is an ideal place to learn how to stand on water. Unlike spots on the southern coast that are packed and crowded with paddlers, this North Shore location has more green sea turtles than other people out paddling. Led by an instructor with a rich passion for the ocean, learn the basics of proper paddling and how to balance on the board - all skill levels are welcome. Cruise down the coast on your board, buoyed by the wind, before finishing back near the shop.

On this guided, full day tour of Hana, enjoy the diverse and tropical beauty of the famous Road to Hana. Stop for photos at roadside waterfalls and stunning black sand beaches, and even wrap around the rugged backside of Haleakala volcano. With an informative guide behind the wheel, this is one of the best ways to visit Hana - especially if you don't want to drive!

On this thrilling Maui night diving adventure, experience an entirely different world than you would while diving in the daytime, where lobsters, octopus, nudibranchs, and eels emerge from the inky black darkness. On this one-tank shore dive in West Maui, follow your expert dive instructor on an evening foray of the reef, searching for invertebrates and rarely seen critters attracted to the beam of your light. Since the dive is limited to only four divers, you're sure to have a personalized experience as you splash in the near-shore waters - sharing one of the most adventurous experiences you can find on Maui after dark.

Get off the beaten path to explore the wild side of Molokini on this 5-hour adventure from Maui. The small, crescent-shaped island of Molokini is an extinct volcanic crater with a thriving coral reef, home to more than 250 species of fish and 38 species of coral. Hop aboard a 54-foot, single-deck catamaran and jump in the water for a snorkel at the Turtle Arches reef. Then cruise around Molokini's rugged, red rock back wall, home to a variety of seabirds. Snorkeling equipment plus a continental breakfast, buffet lunch and refreshments are included.

If you've always wanted to breathe underwater - but never had the courage to try it - this introductory scuba lesson in Maui is the perfect place to get started. Under the watchful eye of a professional instructor and in calm, protected waters, you'll learn the basic skills required for scuba diving in Maui. The lesson has a maximum of only four divers and, once you've learned the safety basics, you'll casually kick around the reef in search of tropical marine life. When booking, choose from various lesson times.

Molokai is one of the lesser-visited of the Hawaiian Islands. You can experience its lush landscapes and find out why it is known as the "friendly isle" on this air and ground day tour from Maui. Take in the view as you soar over Hawaii's largest coral reef and the tallest sea cliffs in the world on the flight across the Pailolo Channel. Upon landing, explore Molokai's attractions on a guided tour that takes you to the Purdy Macadamia Nut Farm, Coconut Grove, the Molokai Museum, and Kaunakakai town.

On this Maui South Shore Kayak and Snorkel Tour, spend the morning swimming and snorkeling with schools of tropical reef fish, and keeping your eyes peeled for Hawaiian Green sea turtles that casually cruise along the reefs. This family friendly, Maui kayak tour is off the Makena coastline, an historic, volcanic section of shore that's protected form wind and the waves. And, in addition to multiple snorkel stops, visitors will enjoy oceanfront light refreshments while dining with toes in the sand.

Set sail into one of the world's most active winter whale playgrounds on a whale-watching tour from Maui's Ka'anapali Beach. Head offshore directly from the beach and, with the help of a naturalist guide, look for pods of humpback whales making their winter home in Maui's warm waters. Get comfortable aboard a spacious catamaran with plenty of seating - including bean bags on open nets that get you close to the action - and enjoy unlimited drinks from an open bar as you cruise alongside spectacular marine mammals.

Leave the busy streets of Lahaina splashing behind in your wake, as you cross the channel to snorkel the crystal clear waters off of Lanai.  During this Maui snorkeling tour, spend 45 minutes motoring towards the isolated coast of Lanai, where sea turtles, fish, and occasionally dolphins swim circles above the reef. Once tied to a mooring off eastern Lanai, splash down the water slide that leads from the boat to the turquoise waters below, and enjoy a hot, BBQ lunch on the leisurely cruise back to Maui.

This Maui horseback riding tour is run by real 'paniolos,' the Hawaiian cowboys who make their living by ranching, roping and riding. On a 1.5 horseback ride, you'll canter across pastures with sweeping views looking out at the island's north shore, and trek towards a valley with hidden waterfalls that splash through the West Maui rainforest. This is real ranching and real riding out in the Maui country!

In the morning, the guide will lead you on a leisurely paddle through Makena Bay along its beautiful coastline with views of Molokini and Haleakala Volcano. Take the opportunity to snorkel over colorful reefs and, in Turtle Town, with Hawaii's endangered green sea turtles and a variety of colorful marine life. Don't be surprised if you spot dolphins or, during whale season, possibly encounter humpback whales. This 2.5-hour snorkel and kayak adventure is for ages 5 years and up, for beginners and pros. There is a maximum group size of 10 people and it will be provided water and light snacks along the way.

Discover Maui's South Shore on a 2.5- or 4.5-hour snorkel and kayak tour. Led by a local guide, you'll paddle through the scenic Makena Bay on your choice of single or tandem kayaks. Then, take a dip in the water and explore the underwater world on a snorkel tour. Keep your eyes peeled for green sea turtles and other bright marine life. This family-friendly excursion is suitable for all skill levels, and your guide will provide paddling instructions as needed. Lunch is also included on the 4.5-hour option.

On this Molokini snorkel cruise, travel in comfort to Molokini Crater and the Keawalai shoreline of Maui. The crew onboard assists you with gear and provides lifeguarding help in the water, and also help serve the delicious breakfast and lunch provided on board. After snorkeling the waters of Molokini Crater, embark on a search for Hawaiian Green sea turtles, which are often found by the colorful reefs just off the Keawalai coast.

Discover the highlights of central Maui, including Iao Valley State Park and Mt Haleakala on this full-day excursion from Oahu. After flying to Maui, explore the stunning landscape of Haleakala National Park and visit the summit of Haleakala Volcano. View the verdant rain forest in Iao Valley State Park and admire the unusual rock formations at the Iao Needle. All park admissions, transportation on Maui, a local guide and round-trip airfare are included.

Combine an aerial sightseeing tour with a visit to the island of Molokai on this guided tour from West Maui. Begin your journey with a short flight across the Pailolo Channel and over the world's tallest sea cliffs, plunging waterfalls, deep valleys, and the historic Kalaupapa Peninsula where you land. On the ground, follow in the footsteps of Father Damien and hear about his commitment to leprosy sufferers in the late 19th-century that led to his canonization in 2009.

Get ready for fun in the sun on this guided, 5-hour dolphin watch and snorkeling adventure. Sail away to one of the best dive spots in the world - the beautiful blue waters off the island of Lanai. See Hawaiian Spinner, bottlenose and spotted dolphins swimming alongside the boat, then jump in for a snorkel above a coral reef with a wide variety of marine life. All the required equipment is included, plus enjoy a continental breakfast, barbecue lunch and refreshments along the journey.

Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Molokini Crater during this 4-hour tour. Enjoy a continental breakfast at the dock before heading off on your snorkel adventure. Sail out to the crater and enjoy a "float snorkel" and swim among tropical fish, colorful corals, and possibly some Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. Enjoy a delicious deli lunch over in Turtle Town and admire the beautiful coastal views throughout the day.