Polynesian Adventure Tours - Spectacular Haleakala Sunrise Tour
This is a unique opportunity to watch the sunrise from the summit of Mt. Haleakala, the largest dormant volcano in the world. This guided Maui sightseeing tour takes you to the Haleakala National Park House of the Sun Visitor Center.
Rising over 10,000 feet from sea level, Haleakala is renowned for its raw beauty and unique scenery, moving Mark Twain to write that his 1886 visit to this dormant volcano was "...the sublimest spectacle I ever witnessed" and "...the memory of it will remain with me always."
🌟 Tour Highlights:
- Drive through Maui's Kula District
- Experience the awe-inspiring Haleakala National Park (park admission included)
- Witness the glory of the rising sun as it heralds the coming of a new day over the summit of Mount Haleakala
- Breathtaking scenery from the Visitor's Center at 9,740 feet
- See rare silversword plants
🧳 Tour Inclusions:
- Admission to Haleakala National Park included
- Includes a full breakfast at Cafe O'Lei at the Mill House after descending Haleakala (three plated breakfast choices)
🍽️ Plated Breakfast Options:
- A – Seasonal and Tropical Fresh Fruit: Chef's Selection (gluten free / vegan)
- B – Plantation Breakfast: Crisp Bacon, Portuguese Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Maui Onion and Molokai Sweet Potato Hash, Local Tomatoes, Toast (gluten free with no toast)
- C – Macadamia Nut Pancakes: Fluffy Pancakes with Local Mac Nuts, Crisp Bacon and Portuguese Sausage
Breakfast comes with passion orange guava juice and Maui Oma coffee.
Special Instructions
Where & When
2:00 am - 11:30 am (Summer)
2:30 am - 12:00 pm (Winter)
The exact pick-up time depends on where you are staying and will be emailed with your confirmation. For approximate times, please refer to the pick-up schedule below:
Pick-up times from April 1 - September 30:
Kapalua-Napili 2:00 am
Kahana 2:15 am
Honokawai 2:15 am
Kaanapali 2:25 am
Lahaina 2:35 am
Maalaea 2:55 am
Makena 2:50 am
Wailea 3:00 am
Kihei 3:05 am
Kahului 3:25 am
Pick-up times from October 1 - March 31:
Kapalua-Napili 2:30 am
Kahana 2:45 am
Honokawai 2:45 am
Kaanapali 2:55 am
Lahaina 3:05 am
Maalaea 3:25 am
Makena 3:20 am
Wailea 3:30 am
Kihei 3:35 am
Kahului 3:55 am
Returns at approximately 11:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Restrictions
Operation Days
Duration
Frequently Asked Questions
How cold is it at Haleakala before sunrise?
Temperatures near the Visitor Center at 9,740 feet can range from approximately 20 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Wear warm layers, long pants and closed-toed shoes, even when the weather at your hotel is warm.
What happens if clouds block the sunrise?
Mountain weather can change quickly, and a clear sunrise cannot be guaranteed. The tour still includes the guided summit visit, Haleakala National Park scenery and breakfast, but refunds are not provided when clouds or other weather conditions limit the sunrise view.
Why should scuba divers wait before taking this tour?
The tour rises rapidly from sea level to nearly 10,000 feet, creating a major change in altitude. Guests who have been scuba diving must wait at least 72 hours before joining the tour to reduce the risk associated with ascending to high elevation too soon after a dive.