Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Is Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour worth booking?
Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour is a 6-hour experience in Maui, United States, from $20 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (11)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $20 per person
RESERVATIONS ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH THE TOUR PURCHASE. You'll feel like your on top of the world as you watch the sunrise on Haleakala -- it's truly an awe-inspiring experience. Let us guide you there with stories and le
What you get
About this experience
RESERVATIONS ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH THE TOUR PURCHASE. You'll feel like your on top of the world as you watch the sunrise on Haleakala -- it's truly an awe-inspiring experience. Let us guide you there with stories and legends along the way! Our Sunrise at Haleakala National Park Tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots in the park! With Shaka Guide, you have the freedom to explore on your own terms -- visit the sites you want and skips the ones you don't. ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*
What's included
Included
- Take the tour when you want
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
Not included
- Sunrise reservation
- Parking fees
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Haleakala National Park
Shaka Guide is your perfect companion with turn-by-turn directions, information on what to look for, places to explore, and a truckload of interesting stories and Hawaiian legends of this magnificent volcano.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Pukalani
Listen to all sorts of fascination Hawaiian stories and legends about as we ascend the mountain
15 minutes here
Sliding Sands Trail
Take the challenge of a rigorous 9 mile hike one way and goes on for miles!
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Pa Ka'oao Trail
This mini hike starts at the visitor center and takes you to an overlook with a great view of the crater. The walk is just .5 miles, and it’s well worth it. Take your time and breathe deeply, the air is much thinner up there.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Kalahaku Overlook
At this overlook, you’ll see the crater floor from a completely different perspective. It’s definitely worth a stop!
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Stand here for a few minutes and you can actually watch the clouds form!
15 minutes here
The Halemau’u Crater hike is actually a monster 11-mile all day hike, and should not be attempted unless you are prepared
45 minutes here
Hosmer's Grove
Check out this great place to have a picnic and relax a bit before driving down the mountain
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Get a totally different perspective of the crater floor from this view
15 minutes here
Upcountry Farmers Market
Enjoy a variety of plants and trees and wander around while having fun at Upcountry Farms
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Historic Makawao Town
Explore a charming art town where you will find galleries and workshops of local artists, many with Hawaii inspired themes, as well as lots of tasty local food.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Maui
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shaka Guide Apps
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You’re about to go on an awesome adventure to the summit of Maui’s tallest volcano, but there are a few things you should know about the tour before you get started.
- You must make an online reservation and pay $1 if you’re visiting the park for sunrise (between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m.).
- Pack warm clothes -- temperatures can drop below freezing at the summit. (No joke!)
- The tour starts and ends in Kahului. If you are coming from the resort areas of Ka'anapali or Lahaina in West Maui, it's about a 45-minute drive to the start in Kahului.
- There’s nowhere to buy food in the park. Pack a picnic or eat before you go.
- Entrance to Haleakala National Park is $30 per car -- you can pay with credit/debit or digital form of payment. Or purchase your pass ahead of time on Recreation.gov
- The sun rises at about 7 a.m. in the winter and 5:30 a.m. in the summer.
- Expect to spend about 4-6 hours on the tour.
- We recommend starting from Kahului around 4:30 a.m. (depending on the time of year)
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Majestic Beauty of Haleakala is Breathtaking!!
This self-guided audio tour was perfect for us!! We were able to go at our own pace and soak up all the majestic beauty of Haleakala! It was magnificent, the audio was spot on with what we were seeing. It included local stories and so many facts about the geography and history which gave a special meaning to our trip. It was a wonderful way to see all the beauty that Maui has to offer!! Thank you for giving us a fabulous day!!
Response from the operator: Aloha, Haleakalā has a way of making you slow down and just take it all in. Sounds like the timing worked out beautifully, with the stories meeting you right where you were and adding another layer to what you were seeing. That's what makes a place like Haleakalā stick with you long after the drive is over. Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
via Tripadvisor
Useful with confusing start.
We did appreciate the information provided over the course of the tour. The beginning of the audio tour was very confusing. There wasn’t a definite address to start the tour so we drove around wasting time. Once the GPS connected the audio tour started. We appreciated the suggestion of checking out the “artsy” cowboy town of Mowako (?) . We had dinner at the Public House restaurant and it was delicious!
Response from the operator: Aloha Marla! Yay for discovering Makawao, our "artsy" cowboy town and enjoying a delicious meal at Public House. We agree, it's a real gem! Our self-guided tours are designed for ultimate flexibility, starting whenever and wherever you choose to hit 'play,' but your feedback about clearer initial guidance and GPS connection is super valuable to us. We'll definitely be looking at how we can make that first step smoother for everyone, so you can just flow right into the beauty of Maui without a hitch. Mahalo again for your patience and for experiencing Maui with us. We hope your sunrise memories shine bright! Mahalo for exploring with Shaka Guide 🤙
via Tripadvisor
Meeting point to begin...
Meeting point to begin tour a complete joke as there is no such physical point resulting in a very frustrating start to the tour
Response from the operator: Aloha, we’re sorry for the frustration at the start of your tour. The meeting point shown in the app isn’t a physical stop but a GPS starting location where the narration begins once you’re nearby. We understand this can be confusing, and we’ll review how to make the instructions clearer. Mahalo for your feedback — we appreciate the chance to improve.
via Viator
Awesome guide tour
This is an awesome guide. Make reservation before you go. The directions and narration from point to point was on point. I would use shaka guid if I ever travel to other places.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that the directions and narration were spot on for your trip. Great tip about making reservations in advance—definitely helps make the experience even smoother. We’d love to have you use Shaka Guide on your future travels! Safe travels and happy adventures!
via Tripadvisor
No audio given
To whom it may concern... the morning of your- there were no instructions on how to obtain audio tour. Left message with you all No response. I'm hoping for a full refund Thank you. Luau was wonderful though
Response from the operator: Thanks for your feedback. We’d like to know the details of the problem you mentioned so we can pass it along to our development team and see if there is any way we can improve it. Please send the details to aloha@shakaguide.com and include a copy of receipt so we can help you get a refund on your purchase.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
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Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maui.
How much does Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maui usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maui is not rushed.
Is Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Maui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maui can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maui and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maui within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Maui?
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Maui's three signature days are the Hana road, the Haleakala summit sunrise and the Molokini snorkel sail, and all three are logistics problems as much as experiences. Sunrise summit entry is permit-controlled, Hana is a ten-hour driving day, and Molokini boats vary wildly in size. Our ranking rewards operators who handle permits and keep boat capacity low. On Outty we rank every Maui experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui, Maui: VIP Private Road to Hana Tour with Pick Up, Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Maui?
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April to May and September to October. Whale season runs December to April. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Maui?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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