This tour, which is otherwise mostly focused on private groups on a daily basis, is generally limited to only Sundays when our primary Pride of America Road to Hana excursion is sold out or very limited.
Experience the legendary “Road to Hana” with a local expert guide who will maximize your day and safely navigate the winding coastal road while sharing fascinating Hawaiian culture and history as you discover this remote area of Maui.
Your adventure includes breathtaking natural wonders like black and red sand beaches and rainbow eucalyptus trees, along with countless postcard-perfect viewpoints and waterfalls. Enjoy opportunities to purchase local treats like fresh-baked banana bread, coconut ice cream, and a satisfying hot lunch.
For the more adventurous, enjoy swimming at select beaches and waterfalls, plus easy walks through lush tropical rainforest and ancient lava tubes.
Looking for a more challenging hike? Consider a private tour with a hiking version that visits the Seven Sacred Pools at the National Park at Kipahulu for a 2+ hour bamboo forest & waterfall trek on the popular Pipiwai Trail.
Whether you’re seeking stunning photo opportunities, cultural insights, or natural exploration, this personalized Road to Hana journey delivers the ultimate Maui experience without the hassle of navigating it yourself.
Why This Tour Stands Out
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Maui Revealed Guidebook:
The road to Hana is without question the most famous road in all Hawai’i, the crown jewel. A slow, winding road through a lush paradise. The Hawaii of your dreams, the tropical fantasy that becomes reality.
Driving all the way to Hana and then turning around — which the vast majority of visitors do — is like a shave ice without the ice cream on the bottom. It means missing the incredibly expansive views of the coastline, the impossibly blue sky against the brown and red upper slopes of the volcano, and the utter lack of civilized development — these are the things that make a drive along the bottom part of the island (the loop) worthwhile.
Car break-ins can occur at scenic spots [if you drive yourselves]
Lonely Planet Guidebook:
Hawaii’s Top 20: Road to Hana. Hold on tight! Of all the jaw-droppingly dramatic drives in Hawaii, this is the Big Kahuna. A roller coaster of a ride, it twists down into jungly valleys and back up towering cliffs, curling around 600 twists and turns along the way. 54 one-lane bridges cross nearly as many waterfalls. It’s ravishingly gorgeous, but certainly not easy.
Smash-and-grab thefts do occur [if you drive yourselves]
Fodor's Guidebook:
Maui’s Top 15 Attractions. The stunning Road to Hana is an iconic, winding road with dramatic coastal views and can be the highlight of a trip. It is a Hawaii pilgrimage and is one of Hawaii’s best experiences. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful drives on the planet.
Moon Guidebook:
Arguably the most beautiful place on earth. Devote a full day to the experience. Don’t drive back the same way you came in: Following the back road all the way around the island, you are graced with new views as your surroundings change to windswept, arid lava flows. If you question your ability to drive narrow, mountainous roads, then take a guided van tour. Local guides can provide insights into Hawaiian history, culture, and personal anecdotes which add humor to the lengthy drive.
The shared tour is designed to be an easy sightseeing tour. However, the Black Sand Beach requires stairs to get down to the beach (although there is a nice park with tables with a view of the beach from above for those with limitations), and some of the waterfalls require walking on uneven terrain to get close to the waterfall (optional). Private tours can naturally be more personalized, either more physically active or conversely skipping areas for those most mobility challenged.
For both the shared and private tours, all guests should be able to get in and out of the vehicle on their own (or with the help of others in their party, but not dependent on the guide/driver). There is space for 1 collapsible wheelchair or walker, which should be noted with your booking but will not be provided by the tour; please note that not every stop will be wheelchair/walker friendly for the standard shared tour. Neither tour is a fit for fully handicapped guests. Walking sticks/poles can be provided as requested.
There is a minimum age of 4 on the shared tour. The tour can provide one booster seat for ages 4-7 (please request at checkout), or you can bring your own. Please fully consider whether this tour would be a good fit for your children, given it's a long day with much of it on windy roads, and it's important that they won't detract from the experience of other guests on the tour.
Private tours are recommended for those with young children and are required for any children under the age of 4 (and you must bring and install your own car seats). A collapsible stroller is permitted but it has limited usefulness at most stops along the Road to Hana.
This tour used to do it, but since it's been closed for extensive repairs, the tour does not currently traverse the backside road. Once it is reopened consistently, this page will be updated, and the tour may take this route again if it is safe and legal.
One of the primary guides is Maika, who was born and raised on the North Shore of Maui and who offers a local’s perspective that’s rooted in respect for the land and ocean. Growing up surrounded by the ocean and mountains, he's developed a deep connection to the island through surfing, free diving, spearfishing, and downhill skating.
The tour operator has been running a private Road to Hana Tour since 2017, and it's rated 5 stars on the main third party review websites. TravelShack has recently partnered closely with them to launch this shared small group tour serving the Pride of America. The operator's name and phone number will be provided with your detailed confirmation email. They are a fully permitted & insured operator.