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Maui Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour

TourTruth score 6.4 out of 10

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12 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Maui
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Follow GPS directions and Hawaiian stories to Haleakala’s summit, then watch sunrise on a self-paced Maui audio tour.

About this tour

Watch the sun rise above the clouds on Haleakala, Maui’s towering volcano, with a self-guided audio tour that brings the drive to life. This Maui Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour pairs GPS directions with stories, travel tips, and Hawaiian music as you make your way to the summit.

The tour starts and ends in Kahului and takes about 4–6 hours. Follow turn-by-turn directions to scenic stops, hear narration that plays automatically as you drive, and explore at your own pace. An offline map and audio let you continue without data once the tour is downloaded, while recommendations help you decide where to pause along the way. The tour does not expire, so you can choose when to take it.

Plan ahead: a $1 online reservation is required for park visits between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m., and the $30-per-car park entrance fee is not included. Download and redeem the tour in the Shaka Guide app before arrival, bring warm layers, and pack food for the park. Set out for a memorable Maui Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour and let the road, stories, and first light shape your morning.

Highlights

  • Watch sunrise from the summit of Haleakala
  • Follow GPS directions to scenic spots around the park
  • Hear Hawaiian stories, travel tips, and music as you drive
  • Explore at your own pace and choose where to stop

What's included

Included

  • Self-guided audio tour with hours of narration
  • Turn-by-turn GPS directions and offline map
  • Audio that plays automatically as you drive
  • Activity and restaurant recommendations
  • Flexible start time and self-paced exploration
  • Tour does not expire

Not included

  • Sunrise reservation
  • Haleakala National Park entrance fee: $30 per car
  • Parking fees
  • Meals

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Important information

  • A $1 online reservation is required for park visits between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m.
  • Download and redeem the tour in the Shaka Guide app before arrival; strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download it
  • A compatible smartphone and enabled location services are required
  • Bring warm clothing; summit temperatures can drop below freezing
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  • There is no food available in the park; bring a picnic or eat beforehand
  • The tour starts and ends in Kahului; Ka'anapali and Lahaina are about a 45-minute drive away
  • Allow about 4–6 hours; recommended departure from Kahului is around 4:30 a.m., depending on the season
  • Sunrise is around 7 a.m. in winter and 5:30 a.m. in summer
  • Travelers must arrange required park passes, reservations, and permits before starting
  • Wheelchair accessible; stroller and service animal access is available
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap; specialized infant seats are available

Frequently asked questions

Is a sunrise reservation included?

No. A $1 online reservation is required for park visits between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m.

How long does the tour take?

Plan for about 4–6 hours.

Does the tour work offline?

Yes. Download the tour in advance with strong Wi-Fi or cellular data; GPS directions and audio can then work offline.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts and ends in Kahului.

What should I bring?

Bring warm clothing because summit temperatures can drop below freezing. There is no food available in the park, so bring a picnic or eat beforehand.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.00 from 12 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Maui
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.4.

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