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OUR MAUI BUCKET LIST TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Favorite Maui Activities

Check out some of our favorite Maui activities to do while on island. Our bucket list are small group, some Hawaiian owned and experience you don’t want to miss! 

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BY LAND

Offroading, horseback riding and more..

BY SEA.

Love the ocean? Dive into these activites.

BY AIR.

Explore Maui and her islands from above.

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Highly recommend coming here.

Best excursion we did in Hawaii.

 

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Explore Maui’s jungles, crater and ranches.

Some of our favorite land activities in Maui.

Maui Goat Yoga

Yes you read that right! Stretch it out while hanging with miniature goats at Maui Goat Yoga. These outdoor yoga classes are a fun way to exercise and spend time in nature.

Haleakala Bike Tour

Their most popular Haleakala Bike Tour, Maui Bombers host a small group downhill bike ride that stops for lunch in Makawao and ends in Paia town. One of the most fun ways to see upcountry and spend time outdoors.

HAWAIIAN OWNED

Guided Hāna Tour

Holo Holo tours is a Native Hawaiian owned private tour company that specializes in small group guided tours to Hāna. Their knowledge as Hawaiian locals will enhance your driving and hiking experience.

Upcountry Horseback Riding

5 generations of Paniolo (cowboys) have worked Triple K Ranch, and now you get to embark on semi-private horseback riding guided tours at the heart of Maui’s cattle ranching.

Cacao Farm & Chocolate Tour

Maui Ku’ia Estate Chocolate offers exclusive tours of their farm and factory, including chocolate tasting. 100% of their net-profits are given back to the Maui community through the Makana Aloha Foundation.

ATV Off-Road Tours

Take a 4 seater ATV off-road north of Lahaina to explore part of Maui only accessible by off-road vehicles. It’s adventurous, safe and a fun way to get into Maui’s country landscape.

BEST LOCAL BURGER

Ulupalakua General Store Grill

While there are many great burgers on Maui, the Ranch Grill at Ulupalakua Ranch store sources their own grass fed beef, venison, and elk burgers right from their own pastures upcountry. Located across the way from Maui Winery, you can grab a burger and end the evening with a wine tasting in a beautiful country setting.

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Surf. Sail. Scuba.

Ocean activities are endless.

Some of our favorite ocean activities to do in Maui

Private Sailing Lesson

Have you ever wanted to learn to sail? This private sailing lesson with Gungho Sailing takes up to 4 persons in your party and teaches you the basics of sailing during the 4 hour sail tour.

Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive

Maui’s most popular scuba dive takes you to our neighbor island of Lanai to dive ancient lava archways and caves. Full rentals available, included are 2 tanks, 2 dive spots and lunch options as well. 

HAWAIIAN OWNED

Whale Watch in Maui

Eco-raft whale watching tours put you eye-level with these gentle giants. Humpback whales migrate to Maui from December through April to give birth and mate. Watch unique surface behavior and learn about whales on this tour.

Semi-Private Surf Lesson

Learn to surf with just your friends and family. This semi-private surf lesson means more time with your instructor and ability to tailor the lesson to your needs. 

HAWAIIAN OWNED

Dolphin & Sightsee Tour

Have an ocean adventure and never have to get wet! This 2 hour tour includes food and educational narration by marine naturalist. Search for dolphins and see other marine life.

Sunrise Molokini Snorkel Tour

Kai Kanani’s sunrise Molokini snorkel tour is a great way to avoid the crowds at the crater. Beach load the sailboat and enjoy coffee and breakfast, two snorkel stops and be back before 10am.

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OCEAN FRONT DINING

Mala Ocean Tavern

Sit on the water and enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner at the original Mala Ocean Tavern in Lahaina. Just a short walk from Hawaii Ocean Rafting tours at Mala Ramp, this restaurant is best known for their fish adn chips, ahi bruchetta and fish burgers. Watching the sunset in their open air dining space make this a great date spot as well.

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Take flight and see the beauty of Maui from above.

A few of our favorite activities in Maui by air.

Paraglide Maui

The perfect introduction to paragliding, this 1,000 foot paraglide flight is 4 minutes of flying bliss, glimpsing the beauty of Maui’s countryside and the ocean.

Maui Zipline Tours

West Maui’s most popular zipline tours has dual lines so you can zip with your friends and a variety of zip line tour options! See the ocean while zipping with Kapalua Ziplines.

Molokai Helicopter Tour

This helicopter tour with Maverick will give you the most incredible view of Molokai’s sea cliffs, water falls, crystal clear reefs, marine life and more. Depart from the heliport in Kahului for this small group helicopter tour.

Discovery Flight Lesson

GoFlyMaui will give you the preflight and in air lesson to get your started on your pilot journey. Learn about controls, performance and safety during this helicopter discovery flight

Ocean Parasail

Fly above the ocean along the west coast of Maui while parasailing. Get a little wet, fly over the ocean and enjoy the views of coral reef and marine life from 1200 feet above.

Celestial Stargaze Session

More than stargazing, this 1 hour session includes educational insight with a professional and use of powerful telescope. Learn about Hawaiian history and mythology’s connection to the sky.

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Up-to-date info on what’s open in Maui, activities, travel tips and more.

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We’re sharing whats new with shops, restaurants and activities on Maui, what’s open again in Lahaina, and what activities are providing a small group authentic Hawaii experience.

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