Fun! Open-Air Banyan Tree Forest & Blowhole Sight-Seeing MauiTour
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Maui, USA
- 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See West Maui’s highlights as you relax in the island breeze on this open-air bus tour. Your guide shares their insight and handles with all the navigation. You’ll see Honolua Bay and Kaanapali’s coastal roads, plus West Maui Mountain Overlook and Coffee Farm Overlook. You’ll also witness the powerful Nakalele Blowhole in all its glory and visit a majestic banyan tree forest, stopping for photos along the way.
- Enjoy fresh air on an open bus tour of West Maui
- Learn insider facts and stories from your local driver
- See several island highlights in short amount of time
- Experience more personal attention on a small-group tour
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guide (English)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Whalers VillageKaanapali, HI 96761, USA
Please meet the Shaka Shuttle at Whalers Village 15 minutes before the start of your tour in the grassy area in front of the valet/pick-up roundabout on the street side of the shopping mall where the bus pickups are. This is located behind the Tommy Bahama store in the mall.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Nakalele Blowhole
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kaanapali (Pass By)
Kapalua Resort (Pass By)
2
Honolua Bay
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- **MINIMUM AGE IS 5 YEARS OLD**Minimum age is 5 years old and must be in a booster seat unless they are at least 4 feet 9 inches tall. Our tours are immersive, narrated experiences that require guests to remain seated and respectful of the shared environment. Children must be comfortable sitting for the duration of the tour and able to follow parent guidance.
- Please meet the Shaka Shuttle at Whalers Village shopping mall 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of the valet/pick-up roundabout on the street side of the shopping mall where the bus pickups are. This is located behind the Tommy Bahama store in the mall.
- The pick up address is 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
- If you are driving to our pick-up location, please give yourself extra time to park and get to the pick-up location. There is parking available for a fee at the Whalers Village shopping mall parking structure.
- **Drinks:** - You can bring drinks but they must be in spill proof container. There is a ABC store located right by the pick up spot and has a large variety of drinks.
- **Sunglasses** - Please bring sunglasses. The ride will be more enjoyable with sunglasses as it get windy at times.
- **Sweater or Jacket** - Sometimes it gets chilly depending on the day, especially in the open air at higher speeds. Even though we are in the tropics, some people get chilly, so bringing a sweatshirt or jacket may make the ride more comfortable.
- - **Check out our Road to Hana Open-Air Jungle Adventure** - Experience Maui’s jungle, waterfalls, and dramatic coastline in a open-air safari vehicle on a relaxed 5.5-hour adventure. Check out our website for more details ShakaToursMaui.com
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
If you would like to learn about Maui and someone else is doing the driving, this is perfect!!!! The tour guide we had was so knowledgeable about the history of the island and provided a great playlist. I cried at least two times. This island is so beautiful!!!!! I highly recommend this tour!!!! Best ever!!!
Reviews
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Nice ride, we love blowhole stop, delicious banana bread at blowhole stop. Jimmy, our driver, was funny, nice and knowledgeable. Thank you, Jimmy for unforgettable ride. Blessings to you and your family.
Great fun with the open air ride taking you to parts of Maui, you may not be familiar with. The driver was knowledgeable and funny, definitely recommend. The blow hole stop gave the opportunity to get fresh lemonade, banana bread and cookies, delicious. 😋
Great way to see part of the island no way I would drive myself. Jimmy, our driver and guide was terrific.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Aloha! Mahalo for the great review. We’re glad you enjoyed exploring West Maui with Shaka Tours Maui and that the experience gave you the opportunity to see parts of the island you may not have wanted to navigate on your own.
The winding coastal roads and dramatic scenery are definitely best enjoyed when someone else is behind the wheel! We’re especially happy to hear Jimmy was a terrific driver and guide and helped make your day enjoyable.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui for your Maui sightseeing adventure. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on your next visit to Maui!
Mahalo!
It was worth every penny! Jimmy was GREAT!! We were able to see alot of different areas, that we may not have been able to experience on our own.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Aloha! Mahalo so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that your experience with Jimmy was worth every penny! One of the best parts of our Shaka Tours Maui experience is taking guests beyond the typical sightseeing spots and showing them the incredible scenery and hidden gems of West Maui that can be difficult to discover on your own.
We’re so glad Jimmy helped make your day special and that you were able to experience so many different areas of Maui. We truly appreciate you choosing Shaka Tours Maui and hope to see you again on your next Maui adventure!
Mahalo!
What an amazing way to see Maui! The tour was informative and beautiful and full of so much of Hawaii history. Well worth the trip! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Aloha! Mahalo so much for the wonderful review and recommendation. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed seeing Maui with Shaka Tours Maui and found the experience both beautiful and informative.
Sharing the history, stories, and unique character of Maui is an important part of what we do, and we’re glad that added so much to your experience. Our West Maui sightseeing tour is designed to showcase the incredible scenery while giving guests a deeper appreciation for the island.
Thank you for joining us and for sharing your experience. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another Maui adventure!
Mahalo!
There was gorgeous scenery! The tour was very worthwhile.
It was quite windy so hold onto your hat and wear your seatbelt because the turns can be rough.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the gorgeous scenery and felt the Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour was worthwhile. West Maui’s coastline offers some incredible views, and the open-air vehicle gives you a great way to experience them with the island breeze along the way.
And we appreciate the helpful reminder about the wind and seatbelts! West Maui’s coastal roads are narrow and winding in places, so keeping your seatbelt fastened and holding onto your hat is definitely good advice.
Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui and for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again on Maui!
The whole experience was so much fun! Weather was beautiful and the tour guide was awesome. I loved that we got to listen to the music and take in the fresh air for a lot of the ride and the tour guide would stop and give us the history lesson rather than talking through the entire trip. I cant recommend this experience enough!
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the fantastic review! We’re so glad to hear you had such a fun experience on our Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour. The open-air format is one of our favorite ways to experience West Maui—you get to enjoy the fresh island air, beautiful coastal scenery, and music along the way while still having plenty of opportunities to stop and learn about the history and culture of Maui.
We’re especially happy you appreciated the balance between enjoying the ride and having our guide share information at the stops. We want the experience to feel like an adventure rather than a history lecture on wheels!
Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui and for recommending us so highly. We hope to have you back with us for another West Maui adventure!
My family loved the tour! The driver was so funny and made the experience even more exciting. We loved the beautiful beach views, they were absolutely gorgeous! You need to try the banana bread, is delicious 🤤We had such a great time! 🌴🌊☀️
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that your family had such a great time on the Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour. It sounds like you enjoyed exactly what makes exploring West Maui so special—the beautiful coastal views, the scenery, and a fun experience along the way.
We’re especially glad your driver helped make the day even more exciting, and we love hearing that you enjoyed the banana bread! It’s always a favorite stop for our guests.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui and for sharing your experience with us. We hope to have your family back on Maui for another adventure!
Not to miss if it’s your first time in Maui or if you want to ride around to see great views!
Jimmy was great!
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour and the incredible views along the West Maui coastline. It’s a wonderful way to experience Maui, especially on a first visit, and we love being able to share the scenery, history, and stories that make this part of the island so special.
We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Jimmy. Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui, and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Maui!
A wonderful open air bus ride guided by a tour professional.
Lots of great information regarding Hawaiian culture.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the open-air experience and the opportunity to explore West Maui with our guide. Sharing the history, culture, and stories of Maui is an important part of the Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour, and we’re happy to hear that you found the information meaningful.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui and for taking the time to share your experience. Mahalo and we hope to see you again on Maui!
Jim was our driver. Great guy and lots of fun. Even though we ran into some wind and rain he had rain ponchos for us. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the great review! We’re so glad Jim made your Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour a memorable experience. Even with a little Maui rain and wind, we’re happy the ponchos helped keep you comfortable. Thank you for the recommendation and for choosing Shaka Tours Maui!
Joyous ride, open air felt good. Our driver was very informative and pleasant. Though a little disappointed as we just passed by the Banyan Tree foreat as opposed to getting down for a bit and explore, especially since the tour states Banyan Tree Forest Tour.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for joining our Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour! We’re glad you enjoyed the open-air ride and found your driver informative and pleasant. We understand the disappointment regarding the Banyan Tree Forest. While the forest is included in the scenic route, we do not currently stop there to explore on foot. We appreciate your feedback and will work to make that clearer for guests.
Jimmy is an excellent tour guide. He loves what he does and is very personable. You will not regret booking this tour.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so glad Jimmy made your Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour special. His passion for Maui and love of sharing the island really shine through. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are grateful you chose Shaka Tours Maui!
It was great, the driver was entertaining and informative and the views were amazing. Wear sunscreen.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for joining us on the Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour! We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the entertaining, informative narration from your driver. The views along the West Maui coastline are truly incredible, and we’re happy you got to experience them with us. And yes—definitely bring the sunscreen for a Maui sightseeing adventure!
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again next time you’re on Maui.
Aloha and Mahalo!
Tour was amazing, my kids and I had a nice experience seeing around. I would definitely recommend it
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for joining us on the Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour! We’re so happy to hear that you and your kids had an amazing experience exploring West Maui together. Sharing the beauty, history, and scenery of Maui with families is what makes these tours so special. We truly appreciate your recommendation and choosing Shaka Tours Maui for your adventure.
We hope to welcome you and your family back on Maui again!
Aloha and Mahalo!
This tour is a great way to see sites from Lahaina to the blow hole with an entertaining guide. It was also a treat not to have to drive ourselves on the crowded winding roadways so we could concentrate on the beauty around us and learn the history of several sites. We really enjoyed listening to our guide, Jimmy.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour and that Jimmy made the experience so memorable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him.
One of the great things about our West Maui tour is that you can sit back, relax, and take in the incredible scenery without having to navigate the winding coastal roads yourself. It gives you the opportunity to really enjoy the views while learning about the history and special places along the way.
We're thrilled you enjoyed listening to Jimmy and learning about Maui's history. Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Maui adventure!
This was a great surprise as it became a family favorite. Learning about the sites of Maui and the rich history. Fun ride.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that our Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour turned into a family favorite. It's always special when a tour exceeds expectations and becomes one of the highlights of a Maui vacation.
We're glad you enjoyed the fun ride while also learning about the incredible sites, history, and culture of Maui. That's exactly what we strive to provide at Shaka Tours Maui—a fun and memorable way to experience the beauty of West Maui while gaining a deeper appreciation for the island.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see your family again on your next Maui visit!
I am a nature lover my experienced was very fantastic, Was very nature and beautiful and fresh air.. beautiful view.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that, as a nature lover, you had such a fantastic experience on our Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour. West Maui is filled with breathtaking scenery, from lush landscapes and towering trees to dramatic coastal views, and we're glad you were able to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Maui adventure!
The best tour! It was fun but relaxing. Tour guide he was so informative and passionate! Love the truck is open and you feel like you are apart of the scenery. It wouldn’t have been as great if it was in a different type of vehicle. Very clean truck and comfortable.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for your amazing review! We're so happy to hear you had such a fun and relaxing time on our Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour. It's wonderful to know your guide's passion and knowledge helped make the experience even more memorable.
We're especially glad you enjoyed our open-air truck. We designed it so guests can truly feel immersed in the beauty of West Maui—the fresh ocean breeze, incredible coastal views, and lush scenery are all part of what makes the experience so unique. It's great to hear the comfortable, clean vehicle made such a difference and helped you feel like you were part of the landscape rather than just looking at it through a window.
Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Maui adventure!
The driver was so friendly and funny. He had a a great presence all the way and was very polite, showing us picture areas to remember the tour! He even taught us some Hawaiian words and explained a bit of the history around the Islands. It was awesome.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you had an awesome time on our Banyan Tree & Blowhole Tour. It's wonderful to hear your guide's friendly personality, sense of humor, and genuine hospitality made the experience so enjoyable.
We're happy you appreciated the photo stops, the Hawaiian words, and the stories about Maui's history and culture. Our goal is to create more than just a sightseeing tour—we want every guest to leave with great memories and a deeper appreciation for the island.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable West Maui adventure!
This was a nice tour. Jimmy was very kind and provided great narration/information. Spectacular views. This tour was worth the price.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for taking the time to share your experience! We're so happy you enjoyed the beautiful views and found the tour to be a great value. Jimmy takes pride in creating a relaxed, informative experience, and we're glad his narration helped bring the history and beauty of West Maui to life. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another Shaka Tours Maui adventure!
This is a super fun way to see part of the Island. Jimmy did a fantastic job describing about Maui history and environment. We learned so much! Beautiful views and delicious banana bread! Great way to start getting a good feeling of the island before you go to Hana.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a fun time exploring West Maui with Jimmy. He loves sharing the island’s history, culture, and unique environment, so it’s great to hear you learned something new along the way. And we couldn’t agree more—the views are incredible, and a stop for fresh Maui banana bread is always a guest favorite! Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui, and we hope to see you again for another open-air adventure on your next visit to the island.
The shuttle was clean, comfortable, and on time, and our guide was pleasant. Unfortunately, our overall experience was disappointing because of how the scheduling was handled.
Three days before our tour, we were notified that our reserved time slot was being canceled because there weren’t enough travelers. We had to rearrange our plans to take an earlier tour, and we weren’t given the option to wait and see if additional bookings would fill the original departure.
What made this especially frustrating was that when we returned from our tour, we saw the original departure leaving as scheduled. Had we been given the choice, we would have preferred to keep our original reservation instead of changing our plans.
The transportation itself was good, but the communication and handling of the schedule left us disappointed. The price of the tour was more than the value in our experience.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for recognizing that our shuttle was clean, comfortable, on time, and that your guide provided a pleasant experience.
We’re truly sorry for the frustration surrounding the scheduling. Because we operate small-group tours, each departure requires a minimum number of guests. Three days before your tour, bookings for your original departure were still below that minimum, so we reached out proactively rather than risk canceling your tour at the last minute. We know many guests carefully plan their vacation days, and our goal is to give as much advance notice as possible whenever a departure appears unlikely to operate.
In your case, several last-minute reservations came in after you had already been moved, allowing the original departure to run after all. We completely understand how disappointing it must have been to see that tour leave as scheduled, and we can appreciate why that felt frustrating.
We’ll take your feedback to heart as we continue refining our scheduling process to better balance providing advance notice with allowing additional time for late bookings. We sincerely appreciate you choosing Shaka Tours Maui and hope you’ll give us another opportunity to provide the experience we strive to deliver.
Such a fun and relaxing ride with Gaen. He stopped several times to explain the scenery and give us some of the backstory. Vehicle was comfortable and the breeze was very refreshing. Thanks for the great music Gaen, I totally forgot to ask you for your playlist!! LOL
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo so much for the wonderful review! We’re so happy you had such a fun and relaxing time exploring West Maui with Gaen. He loves sharing the stories behind the places we visit, and we’re glad you enjoyed both the scenery and the open-air ride.
We’ll be sure to let Gaen know you appreciated his music selection—he’ll get a kick out of knowing his playlist was a hit! Next time you’re on Maui, remind him about that playlist, and we’ll make sure you don’t leave without it.
Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
This tour was as described. Our driver-guide, Gaen, was great! Lots of explanations and history given on this journey. Very receptive to answering our questions and lending a hand with picture-taking! I thought I saw a turtle swimming but not sure, and unfortunately for us, the Nakalele Blowhole wasn’t spewing water into the air! Wonderful trip nonetheless. Lots of pictures and videos as reminders. You won’t go wrong if you book this!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time exploring West Maui with Gaen. He loves sharing the history, local stories, and helping guests capture great memories along the way, so we’re happy to hear he made your experience even more enjoyable.
The Nakalele Blowhole definitely has a mind of its own—it all depends on the ocean conditions. While it doesn’t always put on its biggest show, the scenery is always spectacular. And who knows…maybe you really did spot a sea turtle!
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui and for recommending us to future visitors. We hope to see you again on your next trip to Maui. Aloha!
Fantastic tour, Jimmy was a great tour guide and was very knowledgeable on all things Maui and its history.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you had a fantastic time exploring West Maui with Jimmy. He has a true passion for sharing Maui’s history, culture, and hidden gems, and we’re so glad his knowledge helped make your experience memorable.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another adventure the next time you’re on Maui.
Great tour guide. We learned a lot and had a fun time. Great views of the island. It's a nice small group.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the small-group experience and had a fun time exploring West Maui with us. Keeping our tours personal allows our guides to answer questions, share local history, and make sure everyone has a memorable experience.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another adventure the next time you’re on Maui.
Beautiful views in an open air vehicle. Our tour guide, Jimmy, was extremely knowledgeable about the island.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the fresh air on our open-air West Maui sightseeing tour. Exploring the coastline this way is one of our favorite ways to experience Maui.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Jimmy. He loves sharing the history, culture, and stories that make West Maui so special, and we’re glad his knowledge helped make your tour even more memorable.
Thank you for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure to the Nakalele Blowhole, Banyan Tree, and the incredible sights of West Maui on your next visit.
Aloha!
Great job done by Jim. Worth it. With all of the tour options this is definitely a good deal. THANKS!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your West Maui sightseeing tour with Jim. He loves sharing the beauty, history, and hidden gems of Maui, and we’re so glad he helped make your experience a memorable one.
Thank you for recognizing the value of our small-group, open-air Maui tour. At Shaka Tours Maui, we work hard to provide an unforgettable experience at a great value while showcasing the very best of West Maui, from the breathtaking coastline to the Nakalele Blowhole and beyond.
Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Maui adventure soon.
This was a wonderful tour. Highly recommend. The tour guide was funny, knowledgeable, and most importantly kind. He is the true meaning of aloha
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for the wonderful review and recommendation! We’re so happy you had such a memorable experience on your West Maui sightseeing tour. It means a lot to hear that your guide was funny, knowledgeable, and, most importantly, kind.
The spirit of aloha is at the heart of everything we do at Shaka Tours Maui, and we’re honored that you felt that during your tour. Our goal is to share the beauty, history, and culture of West Maui while making every guest feel genuinely welcomed.
Mahalo for choosing Shaka Tours Maui. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Maui adventure soon.
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