Top 9 Maui Waterfall Tours

1.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $187Our pick

This five-hour East Maui outing follows the Hana Highway to rainforest trails near Twin Falls. A local guide such as Des, Michael, Joel, or Abby leads you across roots, rocks, streams, and slippery banks to several waterfalls and swimming holes. Lunch, snacks, transport from Kahului, plant knowledge, and optional cliff jumps are included.

“Our tour guide Michael was amazing. Very knowledgeable in the Hawaiian culture, plants and animals around the island. The hike itself is easy and doable. The terrain can be a little rocky so you just need to watch your step. A good pair of tennis shoes you can wear in the water is a must. Mike took us to at least four different swimming holes and waterfalls. Lunch was also provided. It was a perfect Maui excursion. If you are a little unsteady or unsure about the hike, I recommend bringing walking poles with you.”

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2.Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls and Lunch by Mercedes Van

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,129 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $249

Spend 9 to 10 hours on Maui’s Road to Hana in an air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter van with a local guide such as Marty, Quinn, Roger, or Dom. Visit waterfalls, Ho‘okipa Beach, Ke‘anae, Wai‘anapanapa’s black sand beach, and Pua‘a Ka‘a State Park. Lunch, snacks, drinks, hotel pickup at select locations, and live commentary are included.

“Just got back from the Road to Hana yesterday with our tour guide Dom. This was an absolutely magical experience. Dom is so knowledgeable about the island, history, plants and animals. Anything we asked about or saw, he knew about. Also, could NOT imagine trying to do that drive myself. I would have been so scared to tackle the narrow roads and one lane bridges. Dom handled it with care and precision. I do not recommend trying to do this on your own. Definitely hire Stardust Hawaii to take your family on this journey.”

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3.West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 845 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

This 3.5-hour Maui Mountain Activities tour pairs you with a horse suited to your riding ability, then follows mountain trails to distant seasonal waterfalls and coastal viewpoints. Guides such as Kai, Cierra, Cole, Sierra, and Richard help beginners, take photos, and offer optional trotting or cantering when conditions allow. A petting zoo adds extra animal time before or after the ride.

“We signed up for the horseback tour but they were short a tour guide so we were given a chance to do an ATV tour. We had never ridden ATVs (my daughter and I. She is 25 I am 57). We were nervous, but there was no need to be. The guides took us on a test drive and were guiding us the whole way. We agreed this was such a fun way to spend our day!! Only warning is there was a lot of dust and dirt all over us afterwards. But it made our Maui trip so special to ride mountain trails, see sacred grounds and waterfalls nearby…”

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4.Road To Hana Black Sand Beach Waterfalls & Turtles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 595 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165Best value

This 6.5-hour Maui tour takes you along the winding Hana Highway in a vehicle for up to 11 people. You’ll stop at Pua’a Ka’a, Keanae for banana bread, Wai’anapanapa’s black sand beach, Wailua Valley, and Ho’okipa for sea turtles. Guides such as Oscar add history, humor, and careful driving, though narration and comfort can vary.

“What an amazing experience!!! Second time to Hana. Loved the Black Sand Beach. Our tour guide Oscar was GREAT!!!”

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5.Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 518 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $229

Explore East Maui’s rainforest on a guided 2.5-mile hike with at least three waterfalls, a swimming pool, optional 10 to 15-foot rock jumps, lunch, and snacks. Guides such as Pasco, Sara, Gail, Des, and P.T. are known for sharing local plant, history, and geology knowledge. Hotel pickup is available from major resort areas.

“We had such a Great time on this hike, with our Amazing guide, Sara! She was very informative and helpful. Beautiful waterfalls and rainforest! I Would recommend this to anyone!!”

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6.Rappel Maui Waterfalls and Rainforest Cliffs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 459 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $240

Meet guides such as Shauna, Alba, Deacon, Naomi, or Jackson near Haiku for a three-hour rainforest adventure. You will hike, learn rappelling technique, descend cliffs and waterfalls up to 30 feet, and swim in waterfall pools. Groups are limited to eight, with alternate routes used when water levels are unsafe.

“We had a great time with Deacon and Shauna. It was our first time rappelling and they made us feel at ease. We loved the adventure and the waterfalls were beautiful”

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7.Road to Hana Helicopter & Waterfall Tour with Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 277 reviews · 1h 15m · from $329

Fly from Kahului over Paia, Ho’okipa, Haiku, Jaws, and the Road to Hana, then land in Wailua Valley for about 35 minutes on foot. Your English-speaking pilot points out waterfalls and island landmarks. Pilots such as Nick, John, and Ethan are known for friendly commentary and careful photo opportunities.

“The flight was everything we could have hoped for and more. Our Pilot Jack Harmon was awesome...Friendly, Funny and informative. We spent a week on Maui and everything was wonderful, but this excursion was unanimously the Family's favorite activity of the trip. The only "complaint" from us is that it didn't is that the tour had to end...lol (my wife said that she could have spent hours at the landing in the rain forest). A+ all around 5+ Stars. Highly Recommend!”

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8.Rainforest Waterfalls Guided Hike with Picnic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $187

Follow two streams through East Maui’s rainforest with a naturalist guide, passing three to five waterfalls and pools suited to swimming or cliff jumps. Guides such as Gale, Pasco, Jacob, and Des share plant lore and Hawaiian culture, while lunch, snacks, water, a backpack, and hotel pickup options keep the five-hour outing practical.

“We had an awesome guide. My boys (19, 20 & 21) really enjoyed this hike. It was not too difficult. We had a great time!!”

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9.Maui Circle Island-PRIVATE-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls & Lava!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $452

Board a private Maui Plane Rides flight in Kahului for a one-hour to 80-minute circuit of the island. Your pilot narrates sights such as Nakalele Blowhole, Hana, Molokini, Makena, and Haleakala. Expect headsets, drinks, smooth aerial views, and a small private party. Enter each passenger’s accurate weight when booking.

“This was a wonderful plane ride and recommend it highly. Eric was knowledgeable about all the islands and went above and beyond throughout the flight.”

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