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Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala Tour
About The Tour
A sunset atop Haleakala — known as house of the sun in Hawaiian — is pure magic.
You’ll be walking on sunshine, that is of course until the stars come out. Then, weather permitting, you’ll behold some of the best stargazing in the world. You'll be so close to the stars you'll swear you can touch them!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Watch the sunset atop Mt. Haleakala
• Look for constellations at Haleakala's summit
• Hike the Hosmer Grove or Sliding Sands trails
• Visit a lavender or dairy farm
• Walk through historic Makawao Town
You’ll be walking on sunshine, that is of course until the stars come out. Then, weather permitting, you’ll behold some of the best stargazing in the world. You'll be so close to the stars you'll swear you can touch them!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Watch the sunset atop Mt. Haleakala
• Look for constellations at Haleakala's summit
• Hike the Hosmer Grove or Sliding Sands trails
• Visit a lavender or dairy farm
• Walk through historic Makawao Town
About the tour
A sunset atop Haleakala — known as house of the sun in Hawaiian — is pure magic.
You’ll be walking on sunshine, that is of course until the stars come out. Then, weather permitting, you’ll behold some of the best stargazing in the world. You'll be so close to the stars you'll swear you can touch them!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Watch the sunset atop Mt. Haleakala
• Look for constellations at Haleakala's summit
• Hike the Hosmer Grove or Sliding Sands trails
• Visit a lavender or dairy farm
• Walk through historic Makawao Town
You’ll be walking on sunshine, that is of course until the stars come out. Then, weather permitting, you’ll behold some of the best stargazing in the world. You'll be so close to the stars you'll swear you can touch them!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Watch the sunset atop Mt. Haleakala
• Look for constellations at Haleakala's summit
• Hike the Hosmer Grove or Sliding Sands trails
• Visit a lavender or dairy farm
• Walk through historic Makawao Town
STARTING POINTS
-KahuluiRECOMMENDED START TIME
-Around 12:00 p.m. (check sunset times in advance)
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
• Tours never expire
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Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Leileiwi Overlook
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Red Hill Summit
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Sliding Sands Trail
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Hosmer Grove - Nature Trail
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Pa Ka'oao Trail
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Halemau'u Crater Hike
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Pukalani Town
Meet the Creators
Gray Gleason
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala Tour
Gray Gleason
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Andrew Fowers
Writer/Editor
“I started this business because I believe that when you connect a story to a place, it transforms your journey. It allows you to step beyond being just a tourist and become an informed traveler, fully present in the moment. Our hope is that you come for the guide, but stay for the stories that bring these destination to life.” - Andrew Fowers
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Robin Montgomery
Writer
Favorite Quote:
“The mountains are calling, and I must go.” - John Muir.
Andrew Shults
Producer & Data Team Manager
Favorite Quote:
“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.” - Douglas Adams
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Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride for your trip.
Important Update!
Aloha Shaka Guiders,
Haleakalā’s summit scenery, crater overlooks and sunset skies give you a beautiful afternoon to look forward to. Plan about 4–6 hours for the drive, selected open stops and time to settle in for sunset, with extra time if you stay to stargaze.
The summit is open, but parking fills up. NPS recommends arriving about three hours before sunset, and vehicles may be turned around when capacity is reached. Give yourself an early arrival rather than saving the mountain for the last minute. Sunrise reservations apply to entry between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m.; ordinary sunset visits do not require that sunrise ticket.
Check official summit conditions and alerts while planning and again before departure. Pack warm layers and a snack, and leave yourself time to enjoy the changing light. We’ll bring the mountain’s stories along for the ride!
Amy
Oahu, Hawaii
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala tour go?
This tour begins in Kahului and guides you through the park making stops along the way. Once you’ve reached the summit we’ll guide you back to Kahului with stories. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour!
Makawao Town
Hosmer Grove Trail
Pa Ka’oao Trail
Sliding Sands Trails
Kalahaku Overlook
Leleiwi Overlook
Halemau’u Trail
Historic Makawao Town
For help planning your day check out our Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala National Park suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go.
Makawao Town
Hosmer Grove Trail
Pa Ka’oao Trail
Sliding Sands Trails
Kalahaku Overlook
Leleiwi Overlook
Halemau’u Trail
Historic Makawao Town
For help planning your day check out our Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala National Park suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go.
2. What should I pack for the Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala tour?
Haleakalā can get very cold and windy at the summit, especially after sunset, so dress in warm layers. We recommend bringing:
Warm jacket or coat
Long pants
Closed-toe shoes
Hat and gloves
Water
Snacks or a picnic
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Phone charger or power bank
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 before entering the park.
Warm jacket or coat
Long pants
Closed-toe shoes
Hat and gloves
Water
Snacks or a picnic
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Phone charger or power bank
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 before entering the park.
3. What should I budget for the Sunset & Stargazing Haleakala tour?
There’s one main fee on this tour: $30 per private vehicle to enter Haleakalā National Park. The park is cashless, so bring a credit or debit card or purchase your pass ahead of time.
You do not need a sunrise reservation to visit Haleakalā for sunset.
We also recommend budgeting extra for food, drinks, shopping, or optional stops in Upcountry Maui before entering the park.
You do not need a sunrise reservation to visit Haleakalā for sunset.
We also recommend budgeting extra for food, drinks, shopping, or optional stops in Upcountry Maui before entering the park.
4. Can I join the Sunset and Stargazing Haleakala tour along the route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
5. Can I take the tour in the opposite direction?
No, the tour starts and ends in Kahului. If you’d like to begin this tour at Haleakala National Park you can join the tour along the route, but you’ll miss out on some stories.
6. What time is the sunset?
It depends on the time of year, but sunset in the winter (October-March) is between 5:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. and in the summer (April-September) it’s between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.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, depending on the stops you make, it takes about 4-6 hours to reach the summit. This tour is designed with no stops on the way back with the expectation you’ll be driving at night.
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, depending on the stops you make, it takes about 4-6 hours to reach the summit. This tour is designed with no stops on the way back with the expectation you’ll be driving at night.
7. How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
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.
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.
8. Other Questions? Contact Us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.