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SUNRISE AT HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK TOUR

Name: Sunrise at Haleakala National Park Audio Driving Tour | Self-Guided Audio Tours
Brand: shakaguide
Price: 19.99 USD
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Description

In Hawaiian, Haleakala means house of the sun -- that’s why it’s one of the best places on the island to watch the sunrise. We’ll guide you to the summit with legends and history of this sacred spot, just in time for sunrise.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Watch the sunrise atop Mt. Haleakala
•⁠ Hike the Hosmer Grove or Sliding Sands trails
•⁠ Visit a lavender or dairy farm
•⁠ Walk through historic Makawao Town

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: Before 4:00 a.m. (check sunrise times in advance)
Tour Starting Point(s): Kahului
Direction: Loop, Loop, ending where you began
Please Note: You’ll need a reservation to enter the park for sunrise, use the link below to make a reservation: www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/253731

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4-6 hrs

68 Narration Points

Features

Beaches
Views
Hikes
Snorkeling
Local Food
Storytelling

Tour Stops

Pukalani Town
Drive up Mount Haleakala
Red Hill Summit
Pa Ka'oao Trail
Sliding Sands Trail
Kalahaku Overlook
Leleiwi Overlook
Halemau'u Crater Hike
Hosmer Grove - Nature Trail
Haleakala National Park Entrance Sign
Final Viewpoint
Upcountry Farms
Makawao Town

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SUNRISE AT HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK TOUR

Tour FAQ’s

Where does the tour go?

This tour begins in Kahului and guides you through the park until you reach the summit. From there you’ll watch the sunrise before continuing the tour with hikes and viewpoints on your way down the mountain. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour!

Pukalani Town
Upper Visitor’s Center
Sliding Sands Trails
Kalahaku Overlook
Leleiwi Overlook
Halemau’u Trail
Lower Visitor’s Center
Historic Makawao Town

For help planning your day check out our Sunrise at Haleakala National Park suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go.

Can I join the Sunrise at Haleakala National Park Tour along the route?

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

What should I pack for the Sunrise at Haleakala National Park tour?

Here’s our packing list for this tour. It may seem a little long, but remember, what you bring depends on the activities you choose to do for the day.

Layers, Jacket, Blanket: temperatures can reach below freezing at the summit, especially before sunrise
Sneakers
Hiking Clothes
Water Bottle
Towel
Bathing Suit
Sandals
Sunscreen
Sun Glasses and/or Hat
Snacks
Cash
Car Charger *Very Important*
Phone Mount

What should I budget for the Sunrise at Haleakala National Park tour?

Aside from the morning reservation which costs $1.50, there’s only one entrance fee on this tour and that’s at the park itself. Entrance costs $30.00 per car. There are optional trips to Upcountry Maui and Makawao Town where you can visit some paid attractions and grab a bite to eat.

Where can I book a sunrise reservation for Haleakala National Park?

You can book a sunrise reservation for Haleakala up to seven days in advance here. Please note, you do NOT need a reservation to see the sunset, just the sunrise.

What time is the sunrise?

It depends on the time of year, but sunrise in the winter (October-March) is between 6:15 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. and in the summer (April-September) it’s between 5:45 a.m. and 6:15 a.m. We recommend you double check the night before your visit.

Please note, if you’re staying in West Maui at one of the resorts in Lahaina, Kaanapali or Kapalua it takes about 45 minutes to reach the start of the tour in Kahului and then about an hour to reach the summit — plan for two hours of travel time.

Can I take the tour in the opposite direction?

No, this tour can only be done in one direction.

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