From Hana Hwy #36 heading north, turn right up Haleakala Hwy #37. Proceed past Hailimaili traffic light turn off on your left. The next traffic light get in left lane. Turn left on Makani RD. The next left over a short distance turn Left onto Ahuwale PL. 3rd property on the left.
Embark on an unforgettable 5-6 hour adventure with the Sunset and Astronomy Tour to the summit of Haleakalā National Park, guided by an expert. This intimate small-group tour (7 people or less) takes you on a scenic drive into Haleakalā National Park. You will learn about Maui’s rich geological history, along with the unique flora and fauna that thrive in this stunning environment. As you ascend to the summit, prepare to witness a breathtaking sunset from one of the most beautiful vantage points on the island. After the sun dips below the horizon, the real magic begins as you gaze at the night sky through a telescope, marveling at the incredible stars and planets visible from the clearest skies on Maui. Warm outerwear, comfy chairs, and hot drinks are provided to ensure your comfort as you soak in the natural wonders around you. Night photography assistance provided for your phone or camera.
Tour Options
Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour
Itinerary
240 min
Embark on a unforgettable tour up a dormant volcano to 10,000 feet. Enter Haleakala National park. Learn about the geology of Maui and this spectacular National park's unique flora and fauna. View the volcanic crater and sunset. Set up telescopes to view "Amazing Maui Stars" from atop the highest spot and clearest sky on Maui. Travel back to starting point. Warm outer clothing provided. Hot drinks.
Highlights
Telescope to view through, binoculars, warm outer ware, chairs
Hot tea, hot chocolate.
driver/guide
What's included
Included
Telescope to view through, binoculars, warm outer ware, chairs
Hot tea, hot chocolate.
driver/guide
Not included
Please bring your own snacks and boxed dinner/sandwich. I was providing a dinner but there are so many allergies and dietary restrictions. i
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for scuba divers who have recently had a dive as this is at altitude.
Not recommended for travelers who are sick or have sinus congestion as descending from altitude with inability to clear ears may be painful.
Part of this tour is at night. It is at altitude 10,000 feet.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour take?
Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour lasts about 5h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour cost?
Prices start at $245 per person for this Maui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is From Hana Hwy #36 heading north, turn right up Haleakala Hwy #37. Proceed past Hailimaili traffic light turn off on your left. The next traffic light get in left lane. Turn left on Makani RD. The next left over a short distance turn Left onto Ahuwale PL. 3rd property on the left. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 56 verified reviews; it is run by Amazing Maui Stars. Most-mentioned highlights: Telescope to view through, binoculars, warm outer ware, chairs; Hot tea, hot chocolate.; driver/guide.
Reviews(56)
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Kathleen_R
August 30, 2026
This tour was amazing! In...
This tour was amazing! In addition to seeing the beautiful sunset, we were also able to stargaze and see the Milky Way. Trish is so knowledgeable and passionate about the crater and stars, and it shows. She was able to point out so many fun facts about the crater, wildlife, and the constellations. She also provided chairs, warm jackets, gloves, and hats if you needed, and had hot chocolate or hot tea for when it was time to gaze at the stars. Would highly recommend this tour. This was one of our favorite experiences in Maui.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review. It was a wonderful evening. so nice meeting you both. Aloha Trish
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F6075YUkatieh
August 30, 2026
Highly recommend Amazing Maui Stars
Highly recommend this tour! After a 90 minute drive up, you see this awesome, other worldly crater - as well as the peaks of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on the Big Island. After a spectacular sunset - that you see fully to the end, watching the stars come out and the moon rise was stunning. Trish is super knowledgeable - the hot chocolate and warm jackets were really appreciated!
Operator response
Mahalo for the review, I enjoyed meeting you both. It was a beautiful evening. I appreciate the review. Aloha Trish
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anitawM8259PW
August 28, 2026
Sun and stars
Trish had great enthusiasm for her craft and country. She had vast knowledge about Haleakalā, the stars and local plant and animal life. The sunset was beautiful and being able to see the lunar eclipse was an unexpected plus. I would definitely recommend her tour.
Operator response
Yes, the bonus eclipse of the moon! Thank you so much for the review. I appreciate it. It was nice meeting you both. Mahalo Trish
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Alan_B
August 8, 2026
Heaven above the clouds
That it is a spectacular experience, even better with a guide like Trish. She was very attentive and knew so much about the experience and stars, Milky Way ( not the candy :)
Hit 2 items in the bucket list.
Operator response
:) Aloha Alan it was so nice meeting you both. You got some amazing photo's of the Milky Way. Thanks for waiting for the high clouds to clear for a few days! Mahalo Trish
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Michael_M
August 7, 2026
An informative and comfortable trip to the top of Maui with a beautiful sunset and stars galore
Trish has a tremendous amount of knowledge about Halakalea, the stars, Hawaii's history, Maui. She's safe and fills the ride up and back with good stories, perspectives, etc.
Operator response
Aloha, Thank you for the review. Tt was great meeting everyone. We had an pretty nice evening on Haleakala. Aloha Trish
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David_A
August 7, 2026
Sunset
Trish was awesome! Very nice and knowledgeable. Learned so much. The view of the sunset and stars were breathtaking. Thank you for the experience!
Operator response
Aloha David, Glad everyone had a great night under the stars. I appreciate the review. Mahalo Trish
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Jessica_K
July 24, 2026
Absolutely amazing...
Absolutely amazing evening! We counted 9 rainbows on our drive up to the summit. The sunset atop Haleakalā was breathtaking and the stargazing was the cherry on top! (We were lucky to have clear skies) Trish is a wealth of information and made our experience very special. I highly recommend this tour!!
Operator response
Aloha, We did have a Hawaiian blessing with all those rainbows. Thank you for the review, it was fun meeting you. Mahalo Trish
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Kathleen_A
July 3, 2026
Amazing experience
Absolutely amazing! We had everything we could need provided! Warm outer layers, chairs, hot chocolate, telescope and the most knowledgeable guide!
Operator response
:) Mahalo Kathleen, Thank you for the review. I appreciate it. It was a beautiful evening.! Mahalo Trish
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FrequentFlier776494
July 1, 2026
Wonderful experience!
Excellent communication and customer service. Trish is really conscientious and nice. We especially appreciated her weather updates and summit conditions. Highly recommend!
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Operator response
Mahalo for the review. I appreciate the review and hope to see you in the future. Enjoy the rest of your visit. Aloha Trish
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jenniferwG3768KE
June 24, 2026
Incredible experience
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about both Maui and astronomy. The sunset was amazing, and I have never see so many stars - you are at 10k feet and above a third of the atmosphere. We're planning to do this again when we go back to Maui in December.
Operator response
So glad to hear you had a great trip up to Haleakala to see the sunset and stars. It is pretty amazing. The best dark nights in Dec are the first 2 weeks and the last week. I appreciate the review. Aloha Trish
