This tour begins in Kahului and guides you through the park until you reach the summit. From there you’ll watch the sunrise before continuing the tour with hikes and viewpoints on your way down the mountain. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! 

• Pukalani Town

• Haleakalā Visitor Center (Upper Visitor’s Center)

• Sliding Sands Trails

• Kalahaku Overlook

• Leleiwi Overlook

• Halemau’u Trail

• Headquarters Visitor Center (Lower Visitor’s Center)

• Historic Makawao Town

For help planning your day check out our Sunrise at Haleakala National Park suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go.

Here’s our packing list for this tour. It may seem a little long, but remember, what you bring depends on the activities you choose to do for the day.

• Layers, jacket, and blanket: Temperatures can reach below freezing at the summit, especially before sunrise.
• Sneakers
• Hiking clothes
• Water bottle
• Towel
• Bathing suit
• Sandals
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses and/or hat
• Snacks
• Cash
• Car charger — very important
• Phone mount

Note: Haleakalā National Park is cashless, so bring a credit or debit card for the park entrance fee. You may still want some cash for food, shopping, or other stops in Upcountry Maui.

Aside from the sunrise reservation, which costs $1 per vehicle, there’s one main entrance fee on this tour: $30 per private vehicle for Haleakalā National Park. The park does not accept cash, so bring a credit/debit card or purchase your pass ahead of time. There are also optional stops in Upcountry Maui and Makawao where you may want to budget extra for food, shopping, or paid attractions.

You can book a Haleakalā sunrise reservation through Recreation.gov. Reservations are released up to 60 days in advance at 7:00 a.m. HST, with an additional batch released 2 days before your visit. A reservation is required for vehicles entering the Summit District between 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. You do not need a sunrise reservation if you enter after 7:00 a.m. or visit for sunset.

It depends on the time of year, but sunrise in the winter (October-March) is between 6:15 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. and in the summer (April-September) it’s between 5:45 a.m. and 6:15 a.m. We recommend you double check the night before your visit. 

Please note, if you’re staying in West Maui at one of the resorts in Lahaina, Kaanapali or Kapalua it takes about 45 minutes to reach the start of the tour in Kahului and then about an hour to reach the summit — plan for two hours of travel time.

No, this tour can only be done in one direction.

Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket.

As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.

It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.

Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.