What Are the Check-In Details, Departure Times, and Duration of the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure?
Tour duration: Approximately 11 hours
Hike distance: 4.5 miles (out and back on the Pipiwai Trail)
Difficulty: Challenging — strenuous terrain, significant elevation gain and loss, and a 2.5-hour backcountry drive each way
Minimum age: 8 years old
Availability: Mondays only. Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Check-in time: 6:45 AM
Departure time: 7:00 AM
Return time: Approximately 6:00 PM
Minimum guests to confirm: 4 hikers required to confirm all departures
Maximum guests per trip: 12
Meeting location:
Kahului Park and Ride
Kuihelani Highway (380), just before the intersection of Puunene Avenue, Mayor Elmer F. Cravalho Way, and Mokulele Highway (311)
Kahului, HI
*Important — No GPS for this location. Follow the written directions in the next section.
Required at the time of booking:
- Names of everyone hiking
- Ages of any children in the group
- Lunch selection for every guest (see menu below)
Please note: Hotel pickup is not available for this tour. All guests must drive themselves to the Kahului Park and Ride. A minimum of 4 hikers is required for the tour to operate.
What is the Location and Directions for the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure?
Meeting Point: Kahului Park and Ride, Kuihelani Highway (380)
The Kahului Park and Ride sits along a large concrete wall on Kuihelani Highway (380), just before the intersection with Puunene Avenue, Mayor Elmer F. Cravalho Way, and Mokulele Highway (311). Do not use GPS for this location — follow the written directions below.
Directions from Wailea, Kihei, and Makena:
- Take Highway 31 (Piilani Highway) north toward Kahului
- Bear right onto Highway 311 following airport signs
- After about 10 minutes, look for the King’s Cathedral church on the right and move into the left lane
- Turn left onto Highway 380 (Kuihelani Highway)
- Go 200 yards and turn right into the Park and Ride commuter lot
- Park against the concrete block wall
Directions from Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Kapalua:
- Head south on Highway 30 toward Kahului Airport
- Turn right onto Highway 380 (Kuihelani Highway)
- Continue approximately 5 miles — look for the concrete block wall on the left
- Turn left across the highway into the Park and Ride commuter lot
- Park against the concrete block wall
Approximate driving times to the Kahului Park and Ride:
- 10 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
- 25-35 minutes from Kihei and Wailea area resorts
- 30-40 minutes from Kaanapali area resorts
- Free parking available at the Kahului Park and Ride
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Choose Your Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure Experience
🥾 Option 1: Group Tour
The Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure: join a small group of up to 12 guided by one of Hike Maui’s expert naturalists for the full day. The van circumnavigates East Maui along the Road to Hana with scenic viewpoint stops, then arrives at Kipahulu for the guided Pipiwai Trail hike to Waimoku Falls and the Seven Sacred Pools at Oheo Gulch. Lunch and snacks included.
🥾 Option 2: Private Tour
Convert the Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure into a completely private experience for your group by selecting the appropriate guest count at checkout (up to 10). Hike Maui provides a private Ford Transit van and the guide tailors every stop, pace, and element of the day entirely to your group’s interests.
Why You’ll Love the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure
⭐ Maui’s Most Ambitious Single-Day Adventure — Mondays Only
The Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure runs on Mondays only, making it one of the most exclusive guided experiences available on Maui.
From the 7:00 AM departure to the 6:00 PM return, the day packs in a 2.5-hour backcountry drive through multiple climate zones, a 4.5-mile hike through Maui’s most remote National Park district, waterfalls up to 400 feet tall, the Seven Sacred Pools, and a bamboo forest unlike anything else on the island.
⭐ Waimoku Falls — A 400-Foot Waterfall at the End of the Pipiwai Trail
The centerpiece of the day is Waimoku Falls, a 400-foot cascade at the end of the Pipiwai Trail in Kipahulu. This is not a roadside waterfall viewed from a pullout.
You hike 4.5 miles through tropical rainforest, bamboo forest, and past waterfalls of 45 feet and 200 feet along the way, before arriving at this extraordinary finale. The arrival is one of those moments guests describe for the rest of their lives.
⭐ The Seven Sacred Pools at Oheo Gulch
The Kipahulu Visitor Center at Oheo Gulch gives guests access to the legendary Seven Sacred Pools, a network of natural pools and cascading waterfalls where ancient Hawaiian kings once bathed. The pools cascade toward the Pacific Ocean in a setting described as one of the most extraordinary natural landscapes on Maui. Swimming is available in the clear pools outside the National Park boundary.
⭐ An Expansive Bamboo Forest Unlike Anything Else on the Island
The Pipiwai Trail passes through acres of towering bamboo that creates a cathedral-like environment as the trail winds through it. The sound of the wind moving through the bamboo, the filtered light, and the sheer scale of the grove are consistently described by guests as one of the most unexpected and memorable parts of the entire day.
⭐ Swimming and Optional Cliff Jumping in Natural Pools
The day includes swimming in natural pools outside the National Park. Cliff jumping is optional — Hike Maui’s naturalist guides identify the safest locations and guests choose whether to participate. The combination of waterfall swimming and cliff jumping in Maui’s most remote rainforest is the kind of experience that becomes the defining memory of an entire vacation.
⭐ A 2.5-Hour Backcountry Drive Through Every Climate Zone on Maui
The van circumnavigates East Maui on the way to Kipahulu, passing through stark lava beds, tropical coastline, dense rainforest, and the lush jungle of the Hana Highway. The guide narrates the cultural history, geology, and ecology of every landscape along the way. The return route circles the rest of East Maui’s coast, a different road with equally dramatic scenery.
⭐ Lunch Included — With Your Choice Pre-Selected at Booking
A nutritious lunch and snacks are included for every guest. Guests select their lunch at the time of booking from four options: Turkey Sandwich, Ham Sandwich, PB&J Sandwich, or Veggie Burger (gluten-free options available for all except PB&J). Selecting in advance ensures the guide arrives prepared and the group can focus entirely on the adventure.
⭐ Expert Naturalist Guides — 40+ Years and a 6-Week Training Program
Hike Maui has guided Maui’s wilderness for over 40 years. Every guide completes a 6-week training program focused on local botany and Hawaiian history, holds CPR and First Aid certification, and brings genuine passion for the natural world to every departure. Hike Maui holds a 4.9-star rating across 590 reviews and TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best recognition.
What’s Included in the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure?
✔ Approximately 11-hour guided adventure circumnavigating East Maui
✔ 2.5-hour backcountry van drive through multiple climate zones to the Kipahulu trailhead
✔ Visit to Kipahulu Visitor Center and Oheo Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools)
✔ Guided 4.5-mile hike on the Pipiwai Trail (out and back)
✔ Waterfalls at 45 feet, 200 feet, and 400 feet (Waimoku Falls) along the trail
✔ Hike through acres of towering bamboo forest
✔ Swimming in natural pools outside the National Park
✔ Optional cliff jumping at guide-identified safe locations
✔ Nutritious lunch (choice of Turkey Sandwich, Ham Sandwich, PB&J, or Veggie Burger)
✔ Snacks throughout the day
✔ Backpack
✔ Ponchos in case of rain
✔ Insect repellent if needed
✔ Hand sanitizer
✔ Expert naturalist guide — Hawaiian history, culture, flora, fauna, and foraging throughout
✔ E-Ticket emailed from Auntie Snorkel after booking
✔ Free cancellation up to 72 hours prior
Private tour option: Select the appropriate guest count at checkout (up to 10) to book a private van. The guide tailors the entire day to your group. A $300 gratuity is included in all bookings of 10 guests.
What’s on the Lunch Menu?
Every guest selects their lunch at the time of booking. Gluten-free options are available for Turkey Sandwich, Ham Sandwich, and Veggie Burger. Share your selection for every guest in your party when you book!
Lunch Options
- Turkey Sandwich — gluten-free option available
- Ham Sandwich — gluten-free option available
- Veggie Burger — gluten-free option available
- PB&J Sandwich
What Does the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure Look Like?
See for yourself in this preview of the Hike Maui experience.
What is the Itinerary for the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure?
- 6:45 AM — Check In at Kahului Park and Ride — Park against the concrete wall on Kuihelani Highway (380) just before the intersection with Mokulele Highway (311). Do not use GPS. Meet the Hike Maui guide at your designated spot.
- 7:00 AM — Depart — The van begins the 2.5-hour backcountry drive through multiple climate zones — from Central Maui through stark lava fields, along the dramatic Hana Highway coastline, through the lush tropical rainforest, and into the remote Kipahulu Valley.
- Road to Hana Scenic Stops — The guide stops at viewpoints along the Hana Highway coastline and shares the history, culture, and ecology of each landscape along the way.
- Kipahulu Visitor Center and Oheo Gulch — Arrive at the Kipahulu District of Haleakala National Park. Visit Oheo Gulch and see the Seven Sacred Pools — a network of natural pools and cascading waterfalls where ancient Hawaiian ali’i once bathed.
- Pipiwai Trail Hike — 4.5 Miles Out and Back — The guide leads the group on the Pipiwai Trail past a 45-foot waterfall, through acres of towering bamboo, past a 200-foot waterfall, and to the 400-foot Waimoku Falls at the trail’s end. Swimming in natural pools outside the National Park and optional cliff jumping at guide-confirmed safe spots along the way.
- Lunch — The pre-selected lunch is served during the day, along with snacks throughout the adventure.
- Return Van Ride — The van returns via the road that circles the rest of East Maui’s coastline — a different and equally dramatic route with the guide continuing narration throughout.
- ~6:00 PM — Return to Kahului Park and Ride
Who Should Book the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure?
This tour is a great fit for:
- Active guests ages 8 and up whose Maui trip includes a Monday and who want the most ambitious outdoor day available on the island
- Anyone who wants to hike to Waimoku Falls and the Seven Sacred Pools with an expert naturalist guide who knows this trail deeply
- Guests who want a genuine hiking experience, not a sightseeing drive, as the centerpiece of their Road to Hana day
- Anyone who wants swimming, cliff jumping, bamboo forest hiking, and waterfalls up to 400 feet all in a single extraordinary day
- Groups who want the private tour format, your own van, your own guide, your own pace, by selecting the correct guest count at checkout
- Anyone who has always wanted to stand at the base of one of Hawaii’s most spectacular waterfalls after earning it on foot
For a thorough, locally-guided Road to Hana Tour that is less physically challenging, try Hana Tours of Maui Deluxe Road to Hana Tour.
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Are There Special Restrictions for the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure?
⚠️ This tour runs on Mondays only. It does not operate on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. Check your dates carefully before booking.
⚠️ Minimum age is 8 years old.
⚠️ A minimum of 2 guests required to book, and minimum of 4 hikers is required for any tour to operate. If the tour minimum is not met, Hike Maui will notify you in advance.
⚠️ Maximum 12 guests per trip.
⚠️ This is a challenging, physically demanding 11-hour day. Guests must be able to hike 4.5 miles on uneven, strenuous terrain with significant elevation gain and loss. This tour is best suited for physically fit outdoor adventurers.
⚠️ Pregnant guests cannot participate.
⚠️ Cliff jumping is optional. Only jump from locations explicitly confirmed as safe by the guide.
⚠️ Once on the trail, there are no restroom facilities. Guests use the natural environment. Let the guide know before hiking if this is a concern.
⚠️ Use reef-safe sunscreen only: zinc oxide or titanium dioxide based.
⚠️ No-shows are charged the full tour price.
⚠️ The tour runs in most weather conditions. Hike Maui reserves the right to alter tour parameters if safety issues arise.
Pro Tips from Your Fun Specialists
- Wear proper trail shoes with grip. The Pipiwai Trail involves wet rocks, roots, bamboo debris, and elevation changes throughout. Flip-flops and casual sneakers are not appropriate for this hike.
- Pack your phone and camera in a Ziploc bag before you arrive. The waterfall and pool sections are wet and electronics are at risk without moisture protection.
- Better yet, rent a GoPro from Auntie Snorkel before your tour! Waterproof housing with floating handle is included!
- Bring more water than you think you need. An 11-hour day in tropical conditions depletes you faster than most guests anticipate.
- Bring a swimsuit and towel. Swimming is one of the highlights of the day and you will regret not being prepared for it.
- Take motion sickness medication at least one hour before your 6:45 AM check-in. The 2.5-hour drive to Kipahulu involves extended winding roads in both directions.
- Bring cash to tip your guide.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure
What day does this tour run?
The Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure runs on Mondays only. The tour does not operate on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. Check your travel dates carefully before booking. If your trip does not include a Monday, this tour is not available to you.
What time does the tour start and end?
Check-in is at 6:45 AM at the Kahului Park and Ride. The van departs at 7:00 AM. The tour returns to the Park and Ride at approximately 6:00 PM.
Is lunch included?
Yes. A nutritious lunch and snacks are included. Every guest selects their lunch at the time of booking: Turkey Sandwich, Ham Sandwich, PB&J, or Veggie Burger. Gluten-free options are available for Turkey Sandwich, Ham Sandwich, and Veggie Burger. Lunch selections for the entire group are required when booking.
How long and difficult is the hike?
The Pipiwai Trail covers 4.5 miles out and back with significant elevation gain, loss, and strenuous terrain. Hike Maui rates this tour as Challenging. A minimum age of 8 applies and the tour is best suited for physically fit guests. The total day including drive time is approximately 11 hours.
Is hotel pickup available?
No. Hotel pickup is not available for this tour. All guests drive themselves to the Kahului Park and Ride on Kuihelani Highway (380). Do not use GPS for this location. Follow the written directions in the location section of this page.
What is the private tour option?
Selecting a guest count that fills the van at checkout books a private tour. Private tours accommodate up to 10 guests, use a dedicated Ford Transit van, and allow the guide to tailor the entire day to your group’s interests and pace. There is no rate reduction for private bookings. A $300 gratuity is included in all private bookings of 10 guests.
What is the minimum group size?
A minimum of 2 are required for any booking. A minimum of 4 hikers total is required for any tour to depart. If the minimum is not reached, Hike Maui will notify you in advance. The maximum per trip is 12 guests.
What is the cancellation policy?
Auntie Snorkel offers free cancellation up to 72 hours prior to your tour. No-shows are charged the full tour price.
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More About the Hike Maui Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure
Why Waimoku Falls Justifies the Effort
Standing at the base of Waimoku Falls after a 4.5-mile hike through rainforest and bamboo is an awe-inspiring experience. The scale of the falls in relation to the surrounding cliffs, the mist, the sound, and the stillness of the natural pool below combine into one of those experiences guests find genuinely difficult to describe.
The Bamboo Forest: An Unexpected Revelation
Most guests arrive at the Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure excited about the waterfall and the Seven Sacred Pools. Many leave talking most about the bamboo forest. The Pipiwai Trail’s bamboo section is one of the most immersive natural environments in Hawaii.
Acres of towering stalks block out the sky. The hollow percussion of wind moving through them creates an atmosphere that feels completely unlike anything in the rainforest on either side of it. Guests consistently describe it as the most unexpected highlight of the entire day.
Kipahulu: The Part of Maui Most Visitors Never Reach
The Kipahulu District of Haleakala National Park sits at the remote southeastern tip of Maui, accessible only via the Road to Hana or the return route along the southern coast. Most Road to Hana tours stop well before reaching it.
Hike Maui’s Ultimate Hana Full-Day Adventure is built around it. The result is a day that takes guests to the most remote and extraordinary corner of the island, with a guide who has spent many years making every mile of it meaningful.
Meeting Point: Kahului Park and Ride, Kuihelani Highway (380), Kahului, HI
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