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Haleakala Sunrise: Private Tour with Photos
4.9
16 Ratings
Paia
Experience the beauty of Hawaii on a private tour with a NAI certified guide. Explore Haleakala, Hana, and more with a knowledgeable guide and enjoy a safe and immersive experience.
Experience the beauty of Hawaii on a private tour with a NAI certified guide. Explore Haleakala, Hana, and more with a knowledgeable guide and enjoy a safe and immersive experience.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ho’okipa Beach Park - Renowned as the top windsurfing destination in the solar system, this beach boasts wave heights that can reach up to 50 feet. It’s an excellent location to observe Green Sea Turtles and the Hawaiian monk seal. Facilities include restrooms and numerous photo opportunities. The visit here will last 20 minutes before a 40-minute…
- Ho’okipa Beach Park - Renowned as the top windsurfing destination in the solar system, this beach boasts wave heights that can reach up to 50 feet. It’s an excellent location to observe Green Sea Turtles and the Hawaiian monk seal. Facilities include restrooms and numerous photo opportunities. The visit here will last 20 minutes before a 40-minute journey to Waimoku Falls.
- Ke‘anae Point - A quaint Hawaiian village along the RTH, where a tsunami in 1952 left only the church standing. Famous for Sandies banana bread, it also offers public restrooms. The stop here will be 20 minutes, followed by a 40-minute drive to Red Sand Beach.
- Red Sand Beach - Kaihalulu Beach - Known for its striking photography opportunities, this beach features vibrant red sand. The red rocks give the water a Blue Kool-Aid appearance. A moderate 15-minute hike is required to access this beach. The visit will last 45 minutes before a 20-minute drive to Hamoa Beach.
- Wai’anapanapa State Park - Home to the world-famous black sand beach. Reservations are managed, and guidance is provided for photos and fun. It’s the most iconic spot on the entire road, eagerly awaiting your visit.
- Pua’a Ka’a State Park - This waterfall offers stunning photo opportunities and a chance to get wet, featuring a 20-foot waterfall for the adventurous to jump off.
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Towels
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Carbonated beverages
- Towels
- Bottled water
- Snacks
Additional Information
Holding a certification from NAI, I’ve witnessed over 300 sunrises from Haleakala and completed 200 trips around Hana. My father-in-law, the remarkable Hoku Award-winning musician John Keanaaina, has been present in Hawaii since the 1940s, and his thoughts on Hawaii could be quite revealing. I hold a CDL license and typically guide a group of 25 people….
Holding a certification from NAI, I’ve witnessed over 300 sunrises from Haleakala and completed 200 trips around Hana. My father-in-law, the remarkable Hoku Award-winning musician John Keanaaina, has been present in Hawaii since the 1940s, and his thoughts on Hawaii could be quite revealing. I hold a CDL license and typically guide a group of 25 people. The distinctiveness of touring exclusively with our group provides a more intimate experience, and the absence of wailing babies is always a plus. I am well-versed in photography and will capture hundreds of images, plus craft a video for you at the day’s end. Your wellbeing matters, and this personalized tour assures a protective environment. You can explore more of my adventurous photographs on my Instagram and Facebook pages, named Mauihoppin.
Location
Ho'okipa Beach Park
Hana Highway,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(16 Ratings)
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Climber657467
Apr 12, 2026
Accommodating & reputable - We scheduled a half day to Hana & the Haleakala Crater sunset tour with Erik. He was very informative about the tour & was able to fit me in a few weeks before the tour. Unfortunately, we had to cancel our trip to Hawaii at the last minute & Erik was very understanding & immediately refunded me the full amount of the tour. When we get the opportunity to return to Hawaii I will definitely rebook with Erik again!
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Wolfman111
Apr 11, 2026
Magic Maui - Had an amazing day with Erik and his dad on the road to Hana. We got to see waterfalls have an amazing banana bread and it was the highlight of our trip.
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Robertsu9121hd
Sep 17, 2025
AWESOME EXPERIENCE!! - Best trip of my life! Eric really made it awesome! We saw and did so many amazing things! This is the real authentic ALOHA experience!!! Go have an adventure!!
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Tomcp6277yv
Sep 15, 2025
Road to Hana with Maui Hoppin - Just got off Pride of America cruise. What a great trip! Shout out to Eric of Maui Hoppin tours for the road to Hana! He did a great job for the tour, stopped for turttle viewing, then at water falls but not much water due to being so dry, he jumped anyway. We had banana bread, pineapple snack, then stopped for some great ice cream before stopping at Hāna for lunch. On the way back we stopped at the black beach and lava tube, great photos. We had a great time. Thanks Eric!
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Ed_b
Feb 15, 2025
Family day to Hana - Eric was a fantastic guide. Very flexible with the route. Supplied water and snacks and also great stories and background.
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Dragoshs2020
Nov 29, 2024
Super fun and safe - Erik was so informative and flexible to eveyone's wishlist! The driving was excellent and he stopped at some great photo spots. 10/10 recommend
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Gayle
Nov 25, 2024
Wonderful experience! - This tour was fabulous. It was only the 2 of us and another couple. Erik was super informative and we stopped at fascinating places, waterfalls, surfing spots, green turtles! He picked us up conveniently at the port. We learned so much about Hawaii!
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Tomcatrm
Sep 2, 2024
Halfway to Hana with Erik & Maui Hoppin! - We had an awesome tour with Erik and Maui Hoppin on our Halfway to Hana tour! When I was planning our trip in the early spring, Erik was quick to respond to questions via phone calls and texting. The weather the morning of our tour was awful - (thanks hurricane Hone) but Erik texted early that morning and offered to take us the next day instead - which turned out to be a beautiful day!
It was easy to reach our pick up point across the street from the port. He showed us so many of the sights and highlights along the way. He was very knowledgeable about the places and history and shared many stories along the way. Erik also took lots of photos of everyone at all of our stops, provided snacks and water, and even stopped and bought fresh loaves of banana bread at Aunty Sandy’s for us to share - yum! We highly recommend Erik and Maui Hoppin for the Halfway to Hana tour!
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576chriss576
Aug 13, 2024
Book the private tour--You're worth it! - We booked a private tour with Erik. It was just the three of us. We were sailing on Norwegian's Pride of America cruise ship. The cruise ship had a Road to Hana cruise for a similar price per person as what Erik charges. Why would I go on a tour bus with other cruisers when I can book a private tour with a local??
The night before, Erik texted me a meeting location. The walk to the meeting location was only about 10 minutes. It was on paved streets so nothing crazy. We asked he meet us at 9 a.m. so we would have plenty of time to make it back to the ship before it sailed. Erik picked us up in a brand new SUV which was super comfortable. He had snacks and drinks ready for us.
So here is our take on this tour:
If you’re looking to turn your Maui trip into a highlight reel, book a day with Erik from Maui Hopping. Seriously, this guy knows how to turn a good tour into a great one. And he is an awesome photographer to boot!
We hit all the must-see spots—black sand beaches, red sand beaches, and a waterfall. In fact, the red sand beach was closed. Someone had fallen the night before. Erik was able to talk with some locals and still get us there. We had delicious banana bread (still warm), some local bananas and ice cream, and a very delicious meal at some local food trucks.
The scenery alone is worth the trip, but what really makes it unforgettable is Erik. He’s got that rare combo of chill and knowledgeable, making sure everyone’s having a blast while dropping local insights like a pro. By the end of the day, you'll be swapping stories like old friends. Even my teenage son was engaging in the conversation!
In a nutshell, if you’re in Maui and want to experience it in all its glory, do yourself a favor and book this tour.
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Barb_f
Apr 7, 2026
Just an extra on my trip to Hana - Keep in mind this will not be a trip that is focused on what you would like to see and do.
You will see thier home garage, twice because they are not prepared.
You can watch Erik jump off a cliff. Get fuzzy pictures. Plus a headache from having to be squeezed in the way back so daddy can be comfy.
Don't expect a refund because he can't admit he mite be wrong.
There are lots of others you can go to. Do get a driver. Just be careful whom you choose.
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