All Maui Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 26

Maui is one of the most popular islands to visit in Hawaii, and there are hundreds of fantastic tour options to help you explore. Some of the current tours that rate the highest among previous travelers are:

• Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch
• Maui Pineapple Farm Tour in Haliimaile
• Eye-Level Whale Watching Eco-Raft Tour from Lahaina
• Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular: Legendary Views + Local Breakfast
• Molokini Snorkeling Adventure Aboard Calypso From Ma'alaea Harbor

There’s a wide price range for Maui excursions and tours, from self-guided audio tours that cost around US$15 to cruises on glass-bottom boats that start at around US$55 per person all the way up to private catamaran charters that may be US$5,000 or more for the whole group. Most of the top-rated tours are in the US$100–250 per person range.

Maui tours on the lower end of the price range include the Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana Audio Driving Tour for US$23 per group of up to 15. You’ll hear tips and stories about Maui’s most famous scenic drive, though you’ll explore it independently rather than with a guide. As a more expensive option, you can book something like the Super Raft - Private Charter Maui 3-Hour Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini (from US$2,866 per group of up to 15), a completely private boat tour that takes your group snorkeling away from the crowds.

The list of activities you can do in Maui is long, as reflected by the variety of Maui excursions. Depending on the one you choose, you could be hiking up a mountain to see the sunrise, ziplining over the jungle, swimming at the pool underneath a waterfall, snorkeling in the caldera of an ancient volcano, visiting pineapple or cacao farms, biking the famous Road to Hana, learning to surf, or sampling some of Maui’s best cuisine.

Consider booking an all-day or multi-day tour of Maui to see as many activities and attractions as possible. The Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch, for example, takes you exploring along the Road to Hana, including swimming by waterfalls in Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park, walking on the black sand in Wai'anapanapa State Park, admiring the natural pools of the ʻOheʻo Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools), and more.

Most experienced travelers say that each island in the Hawaiian archipelago deserves at least a week, and that goes for Maui, too. If you’re pressed for time, you may be able to see the main sights in 4–5 days, but with a stay of at least a week you won’t feel as rushed. Not only that, but having more time also means you could add longer Maui excursions, like a full day spent snorkeling around Molokini.

The best month to visit Maui depends a bit on what you want to do while you’re there. For whale watching, plan a trip in February or March. If you’re traveling with littles, the ocean tends to be a little calmer in June–August. If you’re hoping to experience Maui when it’s not as crowded (or expensive) but the weather is still ideal for beach time and water sports, aim for the shoulder seasons of spring (April–May) or fall (September–November).

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Maui:

• Road to Hana (Hana Highway)
• Molokini Crater
• Hana
• Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park
• Paia

View Viator’s guide to all the best attractions in Maui.

There are tons of great day trips to take in Maui. According to traveler reviews, this is the best day trip to book right now:

• Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch
• Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular: Legendary Views + Local Breakfast
• Molokini Snorkeling Adventure Aboard Calypso From Ma'alaea Harbor
• Molokini Crater and South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei
• Road to Hana Adventure Maui Tour with Lunch

View all of Viator’s top Maui day trips.

You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Maui. Here are some of the best Maui activities under US$25:

• Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana Audio Driving Tour
• Ultimate Self-Driving Audio Tour of Road to Hana, Maui
• Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in the Road To Hana
• Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Maui
• Lauhala Bracelet Craft Class on Maui

There are tons of Maui activities to enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Maui Pineapple Farm Tour in Haliimaile
• Small-Group Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup & Lunch
• Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular: Legendary Views + Local Breakfast
• Eye-Level Whale-Watching Eco-Raft Tour from Lahaina
• Molokini Snorkeling Adventure Aboard Calypso From Ma'alaea Harbor

View all of Viator’s top outdoor activities in Maui.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Maui:

• Maui Ocean Center
• Iao Valley State Monument
• Te Au Moana Luau
• Bailey House Museum
• Kalaupapa National Historical Park

View all of Viator’s museum tickets and passes in Maui.

Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Maui. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Maui Pineapple Farm Tour in Haliimaile
• Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular: Legendary Views + Local Breakfast
• Eye-Level Whale-Watching Eco-Raft Tour from Lahaina
• Molokini Snorkeling Adventure Aboard Calypso From Ma'alaea Harbor
• Original Sunset Cruise with Open Bar from Ka’anapali Beach

View all of Viator’s top romantic tours in Maui.