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Haleakalā Sunset: Stargazing at Summit
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40 Ratings
Makawao
Discover Haleakalā’s stunning sunset and starry skies on a guided tour. Enjoy breathtaking views, expert insights, and night photography tips. Book now!
Discover Haleakalā’s stunning sunset and starry skies on a guided tour. Enjoy breathtaking views, expert insights, and night photography tips. Book now!
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Haleakala National Park - Embark on an unforgettable journey up a dormant volcano reaching 10,000 feet. Explore Haleakala National Park and discover the geology of Maui along with the park’s unique flora and fauna. Witness the volcanic crater and enjoy the sunset. Set up telescopes to gaze at the “Amazing Maui Stars” from the island’s highest…
- Haleakala National Park - Embark on an unforgettable journey up a dormant volcano reaching 10,000 feet. Explore Haleakala National Park and discover the geology of Maui along with the park’s unique flora and fauna. Witness the volcanic crater and enjoy the sunset. Set up telescopes to gaze at the “Amazing Maui Stars” from the island’s highest point with the clearest skies. Return to the starting location. Warm outerwear is provided, along with hot beverages.
What's Included
- Telescope to view through, binoculars, warm outer ware, chairs
- Tea and coffee
- driver/guide
- Telescope to view through, binoculars, warm outer ware, chairs
- Tea and coffee
- driver/guide
What's Not Included
- Dinner
- Dinner
Additional Information
Join an unforgettable 5-6 hour journey with the Sunset and Astronomy Tour to the summit of Haleakalā National Park, led by a knowledgeable guide. This exclusive small-group tour, limited to 7 participants, offers a picturesque drive into Haleakalā National Park. Discover Maui’s fascinating geological history and the unique plants and animals that…
Join an unforgettable 5-6 hour journey with the Sunset and Astronomy Tour to the summit of Haleakalā National Park, led by a knowledgeable guide. This exclusive small-group tour, limited to 7 participants, offers a picturesque drive into Haleakalā National Park. Discover Maui’s fascinating geological history and the unique plants and animals that flourish in this breathtaking setting. As you reach the summit, get ready to experience a stunning sunset from one of the island’s most spectacular viewpoints. Once the sun sets, the true wonder begins as you observe the night sky through a telescope, admiring the remarkable stars and planets visible from Maui’s clearest skies. To ensure your comfort, warm clothing, cozy chairs, and hot beverages are provided as you enjoy the natural beauty surrounding you. Assistance with night photography for your phone or camera is also available.
- Not recommended for scuba divers who have recently had a dive as this is at altitude.
- Not recommended for travelers who are sick or have sinus congestion as descending from altitude with inability to clear ears may be painful.
- Part of this tour is at night. It is at altitude 10,000 feet.
Location
81 Ahuwale Pl
Ahuwale Place
From Hana Hwy #36 heading north, turn right up Haleakala Hwy #37. Proceed past Hailimaili traffic light turn off on your left. The next traffic light get in left lane. Turn left on Makani RD. The next left over a short distance turn Left onto Ahuwale PL. 3rd property on the left.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(40 Ratings)
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Matthew_k
Mar 10, 2026
This experience was... - This experience was awesome. Trish was extremely knowledgeable about many topics. She provided facts about Maui and the mountain during the drive and was happy to answer any questions. When we arrived she passed out jackets and chairs and we made our way over to watch the amazing sunset. She then set up her telescope and we all took turns looking at planets and constellations. The sky was filled with the most stars I’ve ever seen. I wasn’t expecting to learn nearly as much as I did. It was a great time and I highly recommend booking this tour.
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Kat_v
Mar 4, 2026
Amazing! - Trish is awesome! She was very well prepared (i.e., chairs, extra coats, gloves, hats, pants due to the drop in weather at the top of the mountain) and knowledgeable about this tour. My husband and I had a great time, would highly recommend to anyone =)
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Tithi_p
Feb 26, 2026
Perfect tour with perfect views! - Trish was an amazing guide with so much to share about the park and the sky. She got us up safely and was very educated on all parts of the park and history. She took us to the best spots of the park on top and let us take our time. The views were spectacular. We are so happy we went for the sunset visit instead of sunrise to get a better view of the sky. She had a telescope that added an amazing view of some planets and stars. Would highly recommend this tour to everyone!
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Robert_m
Feb 3, 2026
Weather Cancelled Tour - Our tour guide, Trish, had to cancel the tour due to bad weather, namely very high winds. She offered us an alternative date but we were unavailable then due to having to fly home. Trish was very good at keeping us informed of the situation. We offered her a sizable tip due to her trouble but she refused that. Trish was exceedingly good and we shall greatly miss being able to go on the tour with her. Hopefully we can go with her on a future trip.
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Corrie_a
Feb 2, 2026
Trish is Incredible and so is her Amazing Maui Stars Tour! - This Sunset and Astronomy Tour at Haleakalā was one of the most memorable experiences we had in Maui. From start to finish, everything felt thoughtful, personal, and well-curated. The small group size made a huge difference—it felt intimate and unhurried, and Trish was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging.
The drive up to Haleakalā National Park was stunning, and along the way we learned so much about Maui’s geological history as well as the unique plants and animals that survive in this otherworldly environment. Trish set us up in comfortable chairs in the perfect spot to watch the sun drop under the clouds.
Once the sun set, the experience continued on. Using a telescope, we explored the night sky. Seeing stars and planets so vividly was awe-inspiring, and Trisha's explanations and enthusiasm made it accessible and fascinating, even for beginners.
Comfort was clearly a priority as well—warm jackets, cozy chairs, and hot drinks kept us comfortable despite the cool summit temperatures. It allowed us to fully focus on the beauty around us without distraction.
If you’re looking for an experience that combines natural beauty, education, comfort, and a sense of wonder, this tour is an absolute must. It’s not just a sunset—it’s a journey from Earth to the stars. ⭐🌌
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Laurie_b
Jan 30, 2026
A wonderful evening! - We had a great time with Trish and appreciated her expertise! We loved seeing Haleakala at sunset and staying to view the stars. Seeing the planets through a telescope was really cool. She supplied cold weather gear and hot chocolate which helped us stay warm! Highly recommend this experience!
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Namtnguyen
Jan 28, 2026
The highlight of our Maui vacation - A highlight of our vacation. The tour is carefully executed. From weather monitoring, comfortable and drive up the Haleakala Summit in brand new Ford van, to warm clothing for each individual in the group. We get to the summit early enough to setup our camping chairs in best location for viewing the sunset. The star-gazing part quite cool. Trish is like a great astronomy teacher. Very pleasant tour guide with a lot of stories to tell about Haleakala, Maui and even Hawaiian culture.
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Melinda_h
Jan 20, 2026
Best sunset/star - A must do in Maui. Best sunset and star gazing you will ever see at the same time. Highly recommend this tour!
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Robertku5663sw
Jan 10, 2026
Awe inspiring.. - This was an amazing experience. Trish is so kind and knowledgeable. Thank you for a great evening. We appreciated the jackets and hot chocolate.
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Normaw404
Dec 19, 2025
Fantastic sunset and skywatching - Excellent evening trip. Beautiful sunset. Clear skies with geat views of the Milky Way. Trish had warm parkas and hot chocolate as it was cold. Also able to see the exhibit at the summit and the Silver Swords that were in bloom.
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