Private Best Highlights of Maui

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PRIVATE TOUR – Price is per vehicle (up to 6 passengers)
Cruise ship–friendly tour with pickup from Kahului Port. Departure times are 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM.

Travel in a private minivan as you explore the highlights of Maui. Journey through Kahului to historic Wailuku Town, nestled beneath the lush West Maui Mountains, and continue into the scenic Iao Valley.

Enjoy a stop at Maui Tropical Plantation, where you can stroll through beautiful gardens, take photos, and relax with refreshments available for purchase.

Your final stop is the Maui Ocean Center, the largest tropical reef aquarium in the Western Hemisphere. Discover incredible marine life, including sharks and stingrays, and experience the immersive 3D Humpback Whale exhibit.

Perfect for couples, families, or small groups looking for a comfortable and personalized Maui experience.

What's Included

  • Entrance Fees to Iao Valley
  • Snacks Stop is made at local vendors for customers to purchase and foods or drinks they may like.
  • Gratuities
  • Maui Ocean Center
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Pickup available from your accommodation in Kahului, Wailea, Kihei or Lahaina. Enjoy a private minivan tour for up to 6 passengers, departing at 10:00 AM. Explore the highlights of West Maui, including Iao Valley, the Iao Needle, historic sites, scenic beaches, and more. Perfect for couples or small groups seeking a personalized experienceWe ask all guests to please plan to be at the designated departure location at least 10 minutes before the PICK UP time

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Iao Valley

Come explore the highlights and secrets of West Maui! This experience starts with driving through the historical plantation town of Wailuku and visiting an ancient volcano that possess a spectacular rainforest valley known as Iao Valley, and is home to the famous Iao needle. Due to many years of erosion and rainfall, Iao valley has become a stunning lush green valley with a river running through its valley floor all while hosting many different species of flora and fauna. While enjoying the botanical garden you will learn about the history of this grand valley and the Hawaiians that first settled here along with one of the bitterest battles ever fought on Hawaiian soil.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Maui Tropical Plantation

Next is the Maui Tropical Plantation. Easy walking paths lead through tropical plants and enjoy the artfully displayed antique equipment from the old sugar milling days. The local gift shop has island made vodka, coconut candy and many other fun items! Tram Ride is not part of the tour.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maui Ocean Center

Customers must purchase their own entrance to the Maui Ocean Center. Prices may change without notice. Here is a link to their page that has admission costs.https://mauioceancenter.com/buy-tickets/
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheel Chair: The mini van has space for one collapsible wheel chair or small collapsible scooter.
  • Infants: You are welcome to bring a car seat for baby but you are not required to and they are allowed to sit in parents lap.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Best Highlights of Maui?

A: This activity is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This activity is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Entrance Fees to Iao Valley
  • SnacksStop is made at local vendors for customers to purchase and foods or drinks they may like.
  • Gratuities
  • Maui Ocean Center

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheel Chair: The mini van has space for one collapsible wheel chair or small collapsible scooter.
  • Infants: You are welcome to bring a car seat for baby but you are not required to and they are allowed to sit in parents lap.

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