Things to do in Wailea-Makena

Experience Maui’s most superlative sunset views at the aptly named House of the Sun, Haleakalā. Watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean at the summit of the volcano. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the summit while waiting for the sun to set. After sunset, be mesmerized by the nighttime sky with a stargazing stop. First, explore the verdant Upcountry region, followed by a striking sunset from Haleakalā’s towering 10,023-foot summit. After sunset, a dazzling blanket of stars appears, and Haleakala becomes a prime stargazing location. Learn about Hawaiian history, culture, and preservation in addition to insightful information regarding Haleakalā’s unique geology and ecology from your NAI Certified guide.

Paddle over the pristine reefs of Maui and snorkel with marine life on a guided tour. Enjoy the calm conditions of the early morning and take in the beautiful scenery of Makena. Meet your guide at Turtle Town, Makena, and get ready for your adventure. Paddle over the healthy shallow reefs and snorkel at the best spots to see marine life. Swim with turtles, manta rays, eels, octopus, and various tropical fish. Our tours take place in a humpback whale sanctuary so we see whales in the winter time. We Enjoy the beautiful views of Haleakala volcano, West Maui Mountains, Molokini, and the surrounding islands. Paddle over 500-year-old lava fingers and visit Turtle Town. If you choose, there is an optional snorkel portion of the tour (included in the price). Get out of the kayaks to have a closer look at some incredible marine life.

Letting someone else take care of the driving is the best way to experience the famous Road to Hāna and the surrounding area. Hāna itself is all about de-stressing. So sit back and relax in an elevated captain’s chair and be captured by the beauty of Maui through oversized windows. Tour Maui in safety, comfort, and with a local style! Hotel Pickup & Drop Off is Included 🕗 Tour Pickup: 6:00 – 7:30am 🕗 Tour Return: 5:00 – 6:30pm (Varies) Our Eco-Friendly Road to Hana Tour Features: - Custom-built 12-passenger cruisers, made for the Road to Hāna. It features enormous viewing windows, elevated seats, and extra legroom. - Continental Breakfast at Maui Tropical Plantation, where you'll have views of the gorgeous landscape and dine in a farm-to-table restaurant. - Professionally trained, knowledgeable, safe and fun guides, that will educate on culture, history, and share meaningful information along the journey. All of our guides are CPR and First Aid Certified! - Carefully curated stops along the way, so you don't miss any of the good stuff, and ensuring not to venture into places that are private property, culturally sensitive, or unsafe places. - Stunning photo opportunities including waterfalls, Sea cliffs, lush landscapes, unique ocean shorelines, and botanical points of interest (flora and fauna) - Cold bottled water and juice provided - Hawaiian Classic Huli Huli Chicken, hot buffet style lunch (substitute meal options available for some dietary restrictions) - Enjoy a refreshing dip in a fresh water pond at a waterfall, and swim at the unique Black Sand Beach of Wai'anapanapa. (Weather Permitting, Reservations are Included) Valley Isle Excursions serves BOTH the traveler and the destination! When you choose Valley Isle Excursions to be your Maui tour guide, you align yourself (and your dollars) with values centered around PEOPLE, CULTURE, and ENVIRONMENT.

Snorkel in the Molokini Crater and Turtle Town on a 3-hour tour from Kihei. Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 24 people and see the marine life that lives in these waters. Depart from Kihei and head to Molokini Crater. Experience it without the larger boats, tourists, and charters that normally fill the beautiful crater. Departing Molokini, make one more stop and snorkel with sea turtles in a shoreline destination. These turtles are accustomed to seeing snorkelers and do not mind being photographed as they surface for air just a few feet away. The variety of scenery and wildlife encountered both above the surface and below truly make this tour one of the most comprehensive snorkeling adventures available on Maui.

Transform yourself into a whimsical sea creature with this mermaid experience and photoshoot on Maui. Choose from tons of swimmable tails for toddlers through adults, plus accessories. Take part in a beach photo shoot, pool party, or pool photoshoot at your home, hotel, vacation rental, swim club, or cabana. Meet Mermaid Jules at the beach, a pool, or another location of your choice. Get fitted with your mermaid tail and accessories. Then, take part in a photoshoot to capture the memories of your experience. If you're getting married, you may consider a Veils & Tails bachelorette party shoot! There are also 3 mer-dog costumes if you'd like to include your fur baby in your photoshoot. Choose from a variety of tails and accessories to create the perfect look. Take home 10+ digital images of your experience to remember your time as a mermaid.