Viewing sunrise atop the summit area of Haleakala is among the most sought-after experiences in the islands. The other worldly landscape, altitude, unique flora, and pervasive influence of ancient Hawaiian culture combine to create an event simply beyond imagination. Translated from Hawaiian, Haleakala means House of the Sun, and as the most experienced of Haleakala tour providers and operators of the finest vehicles for the trip, Polynesian Adventure Tours is ideally qualified to share the rising of the sun with you.

Your expert driver guide will greet you at your hotel and welcome you aboard a state-of-art minibus that features wide side windows and an incredible panoramic front window well above the drivers seat to open up the finest possible views of along the way to the summit area. Your drivers superb live tour narration is augmented with captivating video segments shown on high tech vehicle monitors. Upon descending from the dormant volcano, you will join newfound friends for a delicious local style breakfast at Kula Lodge with its Upcountry hospitality and stunning views of the west Maui mountains before returning to your hotel.

Highlights

• Relax and enjoy paradise – we do the planning for you
• Explore Hawaii with a local guide by your side
• Flexible change policy – as we all know stuff happens
• Value added inclusions and something for every budget
• Safe, clean ride

Inclusions

• Dynamic, immersive small group experience with live narration
• Transportation on a fully sanitized, comfortable air-conditioned mini coach
• Convenient pickup locations - at many hotels and central locations
• Live tour narration in English
• Haleakala printed guide, iPad with tour narration in foreign languages (request at booking)
• Full Service Breakfast at Local Restaurant

Know Before You Book

• Elderly visitors, pregnant women, young children and those with respiratory or heart conditions should consult their doctor's prior to traveling to high elevations. (10,000 ft \ 3048 m)
• Children 2 and younger are free if they sit on a parent's lap; but if you plan to bring a car seat, you’ll need to pay for a seat on the tour.
• Weather permitting, sunrise views are not guaranteed.
• Round-trip transportation is provided from select pickup points throughout Maui; in some cases, you’ll need to make your way to nearby location for your pickup.
• This tour is wheelchair accessible at most stops. ADA compliant vehicles with lifts are available with a minimum of 48 hours advance notice.
• For electric wheelchairs or scooters, the combined weight of the wheelchair and guest cannot exceed 500 lbs. and the maximum width of the wheelchair cannot exceed 29 inches.
• Dress warmly!The temperature can be as low as around 20 degrees Fahrenheit, but the sight of the sun rising should warm you up.