Haleakala Summit: Enjoy the Best Self-Guided Bike Tour with Bike Maui
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94 Ratings
Haiku-Pauwela
Experience the most amazing views in all of Hawai'i atop Haleakala! Enjoy a self-guided bike tour from 6,500 ft. down the mountain for 23 miles of pure joy!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 810 Haiku Rd - Discover unparalleled panoramic vistas atop Haleakala’s peak, a highlight of Hawai’i. This adventure combines a stunning spectacle with the thrill of a downhill bike ride on Maui. The self-guided Haleakala Summit tour is an unforgettable experience. As you ascend to the summit’s lookout, a certified NAI interpretive guide will regale you with captivating tales of Hawaiian heritage and culture. Following the crater visit, you’ll embark on a leisurely 15-mile descent on premium Kona bicycles, starting from an elevation of 6,500 feet. Savor the exhilaration of a 15-mile descent at a comfortable pace. Revel in the pinnacle of the descent, the famed “Fabulous 29 switchbacks,” not once but twice! Acknowledged as the highlight of the journey, we offer you a second chance to relish it. Absorb the breathtaking landscape as we transport you to the quaint town of Makawao. Your cycling adventure concludes with a ride from Makawao to Haiku.
What's Included
- Custom Kona Mountain Bike
- All fees and taxes included
- Complimentary Da Kine Backpack
- Climate-controlled comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Helly Hansen Windbreaker Suit provided
- Safety first with a Bell Helmet
What's Not Included
- Bring you own Water & Snacks
- Stop along your ride where you like for No-Host Lunch-Bring Credit Card, or Cash
- Gratuity
Additional Information
Embrace unparalleled vistas atop Hawai’i’s Haleakala! After traversing the Haleakala National Park, experience the exhilaration of coasting down the mountain from 6,500 ft. for 23 miles on specialist Kona bikes! Pause on your journey to absorb the breathtaking landscape, indulge in a leisurely breakfast, and discover the historic municipality of Makawao.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
• Certified NAI Guides
• Access to Haleakala National Park
• Mountain Bikes from KONA
• DAKINE Backpacks
• Rain Gear from Helly Hansen
• Safety Helmets from Bell
WHAT YOU NEED TO PACK
• Footwear with Closed Toes
• Clothing in Layers
• Pullover or Jacket
• Beanie or Hat
• UV Protection Glasses
• Sunblock
• Mobile/Camera
• Bite-Sized Snacks
• Hydration
CONDITIONS
EVERY BIKE RIDER MUST:
• Be aware and Accept the associated risks
• Be minimum 12 years in age
• Possess recent experience in biking
• Stand taller than 4’10”
• Have the physical stamina for this outdoor enterprise
• Not be under the influence of sedative medications
• Not be expectant mothers
• Not exceed 270 lbs. in weight
• Have on closed-toe footwear
- Minimum Height is 4’10”
- Minimum Age is 15 years old
- Recent biking experience required
Location
810 Haiku Rd
Haiku Road
Please meet us at our shop in the historic Haiku Marketplace. 810 Haiku Rd, Haiku, HI 96708
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(94 Ratings)
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Alan_r
Mar 4, 2024
Great Downhill Run! - Great service, good organization. Safety is obviously a priority. We had a lot of fun, and the downhill run was exhilarating. Too bad that local laws removed the middle portion of the ride, but Bike Maui did a great job of dealing with that situation.
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Shawnsc7255yk
Nov 30, 2023
Great Day - Our family had a great time. The "Guided Sunrise Bike Tour by Cruiser Phil's" met and exceeded our expectations. Marlon, van driver up the volcano, was excellent. He provided authentic information about the history, landscape, plants, animals and current living conditions in Maui. Marlon has a great sense of humor. If available, i would request him. We got lucky, the sunrise was awesome the day after Thanksgiving.
Drew was our "Tour Guide" on the bikes down the hill. He was hilarious, had a great attitude, understands his audience and his bike skills are off the chart. I am not a thrill seeker. Drew provided a safe environment for all levels on our decent down the volcano. Don't be afraid, the 2:30 am wake-up alarm was worth it at the end of the day. Once again, I highly recommend these guys.
810 Haiku Road Suite #120, Haiku, HI 96708
Ph: 808-575-9575
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R5843lqkennethe
Jul 20, 2023
Summit bike ride .. great experience - My wife and I had an amazing time doing the summit tour.. didn’t have to wake up too early and had a full day of fun. our drive Nic was awesome.. full of great stories and history .. the view and scenery was great but Nic was icing on the cake and made the adventure even better
We have been to Maui several time and this was our 1st time doing this and will definitely do it again
Bikes and equipment was great and staff was very accommodating
This is must do ….
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Mark
Jun 21, 2023
An adventure you won’t forget! - This activity exceeded all my expectations. It was tremendous. First you go up to the summit and view the crater, which is spectacular, not to mention the incredible views along the way. Then you ride down, as fast as you’d like (or not), not once, but twice, the top 8 miles or so. The part with the least traffic. Then after a pick up on the van, you resume the ride further down, and stop in little town of makawao for lunch if you’d like. Then finish the ride. The tour guide, Kimo, is the best! Super nice guy, funny as hell, as just as Knowledgeable about almost everything, like the trees, flowers, fruits, animals, history of Hawaii, you name it. Born and raised on the islands. Definite highlight of our time on Maui (and I live on Oahu). Highly recommend.
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Ek358
May 22, 2023
Fantastic Experience - Thanks, Kimo! - Fantastic day with Bike Maui. Kimo, our guide, was full of useful information and is a gem of a person. I'd recommend Bike Maui (particularly with Kimo) to anyone visiting the island. Thanks for a great experience!
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Elliot
May 3, 2023
Hey, not to be missed experience - This was a great experience. The bicycles were first rate. Included was a rain jacket in case of foul weather. The staff took us in a 10 person van to the top of Haleakala, with the driver, filling us in on the Flora, fauna, and history of Maui. We spent some time taking in the view of the island from the top of the crater, and looking into the caldera . Truly amazing. We were up above the clouds. We then took two runs midway down the mountain from the top, through the clouds. Because of local ordinances, we had to go back in the van, and get driven to the lower 1/3 of the mountain, then completing the bike trip down. We spent lunch at a small café in a town 2/3 the way down the mountain. Had a great coffee at Espresso Mafia. Not to be missed. The trip was a full day from 8-3. One of the best experiences we had on the islands.
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Jeanie_s
Jan 27, 2023
Great activity for the adventurous! - Our family had a great experience on the self guided bike tour. Our guide was very informative about local history on the bus ride up the mountain. Gave plenty of directions for us to remember how to bike down on our own. The bikes were safe. You do have to go on the edge of the road and be very careful of traffic, but we felt safe the entire time. We did have to rely on Google maps on our phones a few times to double check the directions. Stopped for a good lunch on the way down the mountain. Definitely would recommend this for families with older children/young adults. Be prepared for all types of weather. It started off freezing cold, had some rain showers, and lots of sun, even getting a little sunburnt.
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Tourist37120638923
Nov 29, 2022
Great tour/company - Combo bike and zip line package. Kimo was our driver/guide up the mountain and he was fantastic. Informative and funny.
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Cm385
Nov 22, 2022
You'll love this adventure - The most fun thing we did on Maui. Dan, our guide to the summit, was a wealth of info and had a great sense of humor. So many interesting facts from geology to plant/animal life to myths and legends, he covered it all. I feel like I got a year of education in a couple hours.
Everyone that assisted with bike/helmet selection was meticulous. Equipment was in great shape (especially the brakes!!) Safety and the route was stressed over and over so we were confident we would have a safe ride and not get lost.
A fabulous experience and one I would love to repeat next time we travel to Maui.
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Lamar_c
Feb 13, 2024
Chandler Haleakala Ride - Kimo is fantastic! Exceptional knowledge of Maui including plant and animal life. Provided great safety and ride instructions. However, it was disappointing to learn during the pre-ride instructions that the section through Kula is closed to riders. I would have benefitted from being informed ahead of time. Other than that, Kona bikes are great to ride and scenery is always wonderful.
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