Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular with Local Breakfast

Overview

Available languages

German

Korean

Japanese

English

Chinese (China)

Italian

French

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Witness the dawning of a new day atop Haleakala (the house of the sun) a dormant volcanic mountain overlooking Maui on the east side. Deep canyons and slopes and unspoiled terrain are home to endemic Hawaiian Nene geese and rare Silversword plants.

You'll be transported in a comfortable mini coach to 9,740 feet elevation, close to the summit to witness the ultimate sunrise; a spectacular show of lights and colors. The sunrise tour is an unforgettable experience and a definite must-do on your Hawaii vacation. On the descent, marvel at sprawling scenic views of Kula and the Pacific Ocean on your way to breakfast at local favorite, Cafe O'Lei at the Plantation in Waikapu.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.

Haleakala is known for rapidly changing weather conditions and dense clouds and rain are common. As a result, clear viewing of the sunrise is not guaranteed, and the tour operates rain or shine. Refunds will be granted only when the tour is cancelled for safety reasons.

The high altitude at the summit area may complicate health conditions and breathing difficulties. Elderly visitors, pregnant women, young children, and those with respiratory or heart conditions should consult their doctor prior to touring. Walk slowly and drink water to avoid dehydration. If you have gone scuba diving, you should wait at least 72 hours before going on this tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Tour narration by a professional driver/guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Breakfast

Pick-up and drop-off at specific Maui hotels

Haleakala National Park admission fee

Gratuities

Port pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Haleakala Crater

Home to the world’s largest dormant volcano; over 30,000 acres. The park is known for its endemic and rare flora and fauna, scenic drive and stunning views.

2 hours • Admission Included

Majestic views of the crater at 9,740 ft. Viewing of the sunrise takes place here.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

2:30am: Winter (10/1-3/31)

Pickup included

2am: Summer (4/1-9/30)

Pickup included

Reviews

4.68

2,093 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1743

171

Great tour even if it is too cloudy to see the sunrise
F7420HVmelissar,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Preston was an excellent guide, sharing about local culture and history. He took time to share sights. The only downside was that the prep information provided did not prepare us well enough for the cold and wet. There is a 30-40 degree temperature change from where our hotel was to the peak of the mountain and at cloud level it is wet. So be sure to pack with layers for the cold and rain gear. Would do it again!
11/25 It was a chilly rainy morning…
aimee R,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Preston is a gem! Even though it was like a monsoon on the top of Haleakalā, he provided interesting stories and history about the island. PS. Make sure to wear layers maybe even bring your parka!
Must Do in Maui!
jasminejT6605CM,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Al Pacino was absolutely wonderful! Not only did we feel safe but learned alot about the local culture. Went above and beyond!
This is amazing
patrick b,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is an amazing experience. Prepare for wet and cold, it is part of experience. Warm and waterproof are your friends. Dress in layers, if you can find goretex I would recommend it! Don’t forget to follow this advice for footwear too! The sun did not cooperate with the clouds, but we had a wonderful guide that made us not even worry about that and created an immersive experience. Preston was amazing. The breakfast is nice too.
Outstanding Experience
bobl489,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Even though we were not able to see the sunrise because of the weather, it was beautiful! We’ll always remember standing out in the freezing rain and howling wind with our guide.
Sometime you don’t get to see the sunrise!!
Bradley T,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hotel pickup was at 3:20A… Unfortunately, we were disappointed and did not get to see the sunrise. We saw a brief glimmer of hope about 20 min before sunrise, but it was not to be!! In the clouds the entire time, with no chance of clearing. 47 and very windy at the top… Wear layers, no seriously, dress like you are going snow skiing…. Warm waterproof jacket, warm hat and gloves!!! Even though we missed the big red ball arrive, our guide Preston, made it an enjoyable morning… Back to sea level for a delicious breakfast, then back at the hotel by 11…
No sunrise view but still an enjoyable experience.
laurielT5045AQ,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Preston was a knowledgeable, funny, kind, and generous tour guide. We appreciate all he did to make our tour pleasant. We could not have had a better tour, except to have seen the sunrise. Clouds and winds took that away, but it was still an enjoyable experience. Very cold!! Breakfast was delicious, down the mountain. Would love to take this trip again to hopefully see the sunrise next time.
Incredible! Highly recommend!
Cheryl W,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was one of the most incredible experiences I’ve ever had. I highly recommend anyone going to Maui to do this. You will not regret it, with hopes the clouds permit. We got super lucky and had a very clear day to view the sunrise. Our tour guide Preston was so awesome. He made us take our time to explore the visitor center at the summit and taught us so much about the island. He even let us hold some hardened lava at a stop on our drive down from Haleakala. My husband and I will always remember this and will cherish the spectacular photos we took.
Amazing experience!
robyng285,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Sunrise was incredible! We were picked up at the hotel by Preston, who told us about the culture, topography, and history of Maui. The bus was first class, and we made our way to the crater. Once we got to the crater, it was cold and windy (it’s 10K feet.) At the crater, he checked on each of us. I was feeling lightheaded, and cold, so he provided me with hot water (and his own hat). He was a true prince. The breakfast at Cafe O’Lei was amazingly delicious! This trip was well worth the time and money.
Haleakala sunrise is spectacular, and the tour is a great way to enjoy it
neve renee,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an excellent time on this tour! The sunrise was stunning!! Preston was a wonderful guide, he shared a ton of really interesting information about Maui. The whole experience was smooth; everything was taken care of. My biggest advice is that whatever you were going to wear for the top of Haleakala, wear twice as much, it is FREEZING with blowing wind. The first two hours you can sleep on the bus, as you ascend to the top of Haleakala its completely dark so you won’t miss anything.