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Maui Land Activities

Our picks of ways to spend yor time on the land when you visit Maui, Hawaii. You can bicycle down Haleakala, take a horseback ride, go camping, or spend a day at the beach. That's only a few of the many activities that Maui has to offer.
Maui GoldĀ® Pineapple Tour
Pineapple. It's still one of the images that come to mind when people think about Hawaii. In the late 1940's, Hawaii was the pineapple capital of the world, producing more than 80 percent of the world's pineapple. At that time, only sugar cane was a larger industry.
Sunrise at Haleakala
This guide to visiting Haleakala on Maui for sunrise gives background on the sacred mountain as well as tips for making the most of your pre-dawn visit.
Haleakala Bicycle Tours Stopped
The Superintendent of Haleakala National Park announced that as of October 10, 2007 all commercially guided bicycle tours will be barred from the Park.
Maui's Botanical Gardens
Hawaii is known for its floral splendor and wide variety of plant life. No where can this be better seen than on the island of Maui. With its tropical rainforests, cool Upcountry slopes, and sunny western shores Maui is a botanical paradise. Driving down any road, you'll see multi colored bougainvilleas and hibiscus in almost everyone's garden.
Hike Through the Waihe'e Valley Rainforest with Maui Eco-Adventures
A photographic report on a hike through the rainforest of Waihe'e Valley otherwise known as Swinging Bridges with Maui Eco-Adventures.
Adventures on Horseback
Each horseback riding adventure is exciting and different. All participants ride beautiful, very well trained, privately maintained horses. A maximum of 6 guest riders is permitted at one time. An experienced and helpful guide accompanies each group.
Aloha Bicycle Tours
An "at your own pace" Haleakala downhill ride. Begins in Kula.
Camping om Maui
An overview on camping on the island of Maui by the Maui Visitors Bureau.
Haleakala Bike Company
Haleakala Bike Company is Maui's most experienced, most affordable downhill tour company. Home of the original Freestyle Haleakala downhill. The freedom and independence of mountain biking at your own pace. No lines to follow, no timetable to keep, it's your day on the mountain.
Hiking Paradise
Three escorted hikes to choose from, rain forest, mountain and waterfall.
Ironwood Ranch
Kapalua, West Maui. Five walking pace tours (all skill levels), one given in Japanese, one for intermediate/advanced pace tour.
Makena Resort Golf Courses
North and South Courses offer you 36 championship holes to play. Located just south of the Wailea Resort.
Makena Stables
They offer an introductory ride (for beginners), two 3-hours rides, morning and sunset (intermediate to experienced), and a Western style ride for children 12-14.
Maui Cave Adventures
Ever want to go cave exploring, and do it in Hana? This company provides a two and four-hour cave adventure through Ka`eleku Caverns.
Maui Downhill
Voted Maui's Best Land Tour  you glide down 38 miles from the summit of Haleakala with only 400 yards of pedaling from the Summit to the Sea.
Ohe`o Stables
Hana. There are two riding adventures daily. All rides commence at the Kipahulu Ranch House, with continental brunch.
Maui Mountain Cruisers
Escorted sunrise and morning bike tours down Haleakala.
Polynesian Adventure Tours
Four motor tours in either vans or coaches. If you prefer groups and guides this will suite you.
Mendes Ranch
Located on their ranch. They have a Paniolo Horseback Adventure Ride, Horseback Trail Ride and a Helicopter Tour and Paniolo Horseback Adventure.
Pony Express Tours
This company will take you into Haleakala Crater or across Haleakala Ranch. Introductory and Picnic rides are available.
Ski Hawaii - Ski Association of Hawaii Skiing Club
Covers club activities; skiing, snowboarding, snowblading, and snowboarding in Hawaii; and organized ski trips to out-of-state destinations.
Wailea Golf Club
Choose from their three courses; Emerald, Blue and Gold. Green fees are $60-$130 depending on specials.
Wailea Tennis Club
Eleven courts, including a stadium court that seats 1,000 (so bring your entire family to watch you miss that backhand (G). $25/hour for Wailea guests.

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