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Haleakala Sunset and Stargazing Audio Tour

TourTruth score 6.5 out of 10

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  • Maui
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Follow GPS-guided stops across Haleakala, hear Hawaiian stories, and watch sunset give way to a star-filled sky at your own pace.

About this tour

Watch the sun sink over Maui, then stay as the sky deepens and stars appear above Haleakala. This self-guided Haleakala sunset and stargazing audio tour pairs dramatic summit scenery with stories of Hawaiian history and local legends.

Start and finish in Kahului, following GPS directions to scenic stops throughout the park. The Shaka Guide app plays narration automatically as you drive, with turn-by-turn guidance, an offline map, travel tips, music, and recommendations for activities and restaurants. Set your own pace, choose where to stop, and skip places that do not interest you. The tour takes about 4–6 hours, and starting around noon is recommended. For stargazing, plan to stay about an hour after sunset.

Download the tour before you arrive, since strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is needed for setup. Bring warm layers for the summit and food for the park, where there are no places to buy meals. Park entry costs $30 per car. Take the Haleakala sunset and stargazing audio tour for a flexible way to experience the mountain’s changing light and night sky.

Highlights

  • Watch the sun set above the clouds at Haleakala
  • Stay after sunset to see the stars emerge
  • Follow GPS directions to scenic park stops
  • Hear stories about Hawaiian history and local legends
  • Explore at your own pace with offline audio

What's included

Included

  • Self-guided audio tour with hours of narration, stories, travel tips, and music
  • Offline map and GPS turn-by-turn directions
  • Automatically playing audio narration
  • Customizable start time and flexible route
  • Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
  • Tours do not expire

Not included

  • Meals and refreshments
  • Parking fees
  • Private transportation
  • Haleakala National Park entrance fee: $30 per car

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Important information

  • A smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app is required
  • Download the app and redeem the tour before arrival; strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is needed to download
  • Enable location services on your device
  • Start in Kahului, near the airport; the tour starts and ends in Kahului
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  • Starting around noon is recommended; allow about 4–6 hours
  • Sunset is around 5:30 p.m. in winter and 7:00 p.m. in summer; wait about an hour after sunset for stargazing
  • Bring warm clothes; summit temperatures can drop below freezing
  • There is no food for sale in the park; bring a picnic or eat beforehand
  • Sunset visits do not require a park reservation; reservations are required for sunrise
  • Park entrance costs $30 per car; credit, debit, or digital payment accepted, but not cash
  • Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; service animals are allowed
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long does the tour take?

Plan for about 4–6 hours.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts and ends in Kahului, near the airport.

Do I need a reservation to visit at sunset?

No reservation is required for sunset visits. Reservations are required for sunrise.

What should I bring?

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

What do I need to use the audio tour?

Use a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app. Download and redeem the tour before arrival, and enable location services.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.80 from 10 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 6.5.

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