Maui · SELF-GUIDED TOURS
15 reviewed
This is the shortlist we would hand a friend flying in next week: the 15 self-guided tours worth booking, each with its price, its rating, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Sunrise at Haleakala, then self-guided Kona biking on Maui’s switchbacks to Makawao. Gear and park entry included.
“The biking down was the best part, so exhilarating and breathtaking views. Eddie Buddy was a wonderful, very knowledgeable guide.”
Self-guided Haleakalā downhill biking from 6,500 ft to Paia with Maui Sunriders, tuned bikes, gear, Kula/Makawao stops, 4–5 hrs.
“Great group of staff. We had a great time and learned a lot along the way. I am not sure what else to say but you need to try it.”
Self-guided Haleakala bike ride plus Upcountry towns like Makawao and Haiku, with gear and transport included from Bike Maui.
“Not as advertised. We had to reload onto bus for 9 miles (40%) of the ride. Had to make constant “safety” stops. This was not a self guided tour at all. Completely disappointed.”
Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana audio tour with GPS, offline narration, and waterfall stops, ending back in Paia for $19.99.
“Really enjoyed the guided narrations. The waterfalls and the drive were beautiful. The black sand beach was amazing. I highly recommend the Shaka guided tour.”
Self-driving, GPS-triggered Road to Hana audio tour from Paia to Kipahulu with offline maps, 60+ stories, and flexible pacing.
“This was WAY better than being driven. Rent a car and pop This on! Such a great tour at your own pace!”
Haleakala crater stories, then a 15-mile summit bike descent on Kona bikes to Makawao, self-guided at your pace with included gear.
“The guided tour is much better. If you booked a self guided my recommendation is to switch to a guided bike tour”
A budget-friendly, GPS-synced audio drive on Maui’s Road to Hana. Flexible stops, offline audio, and real local stories.
“When I was finally able to get into the tour, I gotta say I did really enjoy it. The tour guy was very knowledgeable and always knew where I was. Overall, I really liked my tour. I had a hard time getting in, though it was something that I am not used to. I’m not super tech savvy and I am 51 so I thought it was gonna be a quick pay and click, but unfortunately it wasn’t that easy. But other than that, it was a great tour.”
A GPS-triggered Maui audio bundle for Road to Hana, Haleakalā, and West Maui. Offline maps, auto-play stories, easy pacing for one price.
“Classic Hana tour guide is all we used but it is a wonderful audio guide that is spot on with points of interest. Never would have accomplished what we wanted without this!”
A GPS audio drive along Maui’s Road to Hana loop, with offline maps, flexible stops, and stories for 30+ landmarks for one low group price.
“The tour was great and informative. We did stop at Hana and return as we were in a rental SUV. The app was somewhat troublesome until I figured out it did not work in Android auto. It would have been easier to use and for all to hear if that function was available.”
GPS audio driving tour across Maui with auto-playing stories. Hit Haleakalā, Road to Hana, black-sand beaches, whale lookouts. Offline.
“Great self guided tour. Pointed out landmarks and was very entertaining in-between. My mom, aunt, and cousin loved it.”
Self-guided clear-bottom kayak in South Maui around Turtle Town. Two hours of calm water, sea turtles, and easy wildlife spotting.
“It was a great activity for our family group. (Husband and I, 75 & 74; 14-year-old and 8-year-old granddaughters). We rented two kayaks. My husband and the 8-yo were in one kayak; the 14-yo was with me. The 8-yo was not very helpful paddling. The 14-yo was a rock star, so we covered a lot more ground. The bay is very clear, and you can see down for over 20 feet. We saw a lot of sea anemone, coral formations, a lava tube, several sea turtles, a group of scuba divers and various fish. There are no "guides." The owners meet you on the beach give you the equipment, explain…”
Ride electric bikes along West Maui’s coast for panoramic views and oceanfront cruising from Ka’anapali to Lahaina in about two hours.
“Seeing turtles in the ocean as we biked next to the ocean! We got a flat tire and we were delivered a replacement bike so that we could finish our ride back to Kaanapali. Mahalo!”
Reverse Road to Hana audio tour in Maui with GPS narration, offline maps, and flexible stops from Kula to Paia for weekends.
“The road is about 120 miles but it takes all day!! We did not make anywhere near the possible stops that were mentioned. We thoroughly enjoyed the ride! I drove a rental minivan so that my 4 travel would not miss out. The weather was perfect and it was a great learning experience!”
Self-guided West Maui audio tour from Wailuku with offline GPS, auto-playing stories, and flexible stops at beaches and landmarks.
“Family and I had a great time with this audio tour. We have 16 year old twins who were following along the whole time and also enjoying the stories and information. If I had to pick on one thing that would make this better. There were a couple of times where the announcement for the turn or parking spot came right at the moment when you needed to stop. This is driving at regular speeds or even slower than posted speeds as some areas of the roads require reduced speeds. So a better heads up as to where the turns or parking spots are would make this tour that much…”
Ride electric bikes along West Maui from Kaanapali, with a clear map, scenic coastal stops, and real-world road safety considerations for a flexible 4-hour outing.
“Very helpful and patient with us. I highly recommend this activity and plan to go back before the trip ends”
