Road to Hana Tour with Waterfall Swim, Black Sand Beach and Lunch at Hana Farms
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4.44
Excellent Guide
Reviewed by: Alex Bruce, 2016/09/17The weather was pretty bad and it meant we didn't get to swim in the pools or take the backside road back from Hana however, our driver Wayne was superb and incredibly knowledgeable and friendly.
My wife and I were kept entertained by his stories and information about the local cultures, plants, animals and food for the entire journey and despite it raining heavily and being very foggy, we always felt safe and in good hands.
The only downside was the lunch at the Trevasa hotel, it was very poor quality and despite being a buffet, you were ushered out after a single plate. I would recommend you select the non lunch option and take your own food!
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| Activity Date: | 2016/09/14 |
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Amazing! Truly unforgettable!
Reviewed by: Joe Ciaccia, 2016/08/14Did the road to Hana tour today in Maui. We had the pleasure of getting Peaches as our tour guide. She was one of the friendliest and most knowledgeable individuals I have ever encountered. Being in the people business myself it was a breath of fresh air to find someone like her that takes pride in her job and her island. The information that she gave made the tour not just amazing for the scenery, it was very educational and personal. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone who visits Maui and I would highly recommend Peaches! Thank you for all that you do and making this a trip to remember!
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Late pick up
Reviewed by: Carol, 2016/07/27We ended up not going on this trip. The pick up was scheduled for 6:30 at a hotel we were not staying at. After 15 minutes we called the company. Oh our driver was on his way. We called again after 7. Same response and no apologies. We called and canceled . The driver didn't show up until 7:40!!! We did get our money back.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/30 |
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Very disappointing
Reviewed by: Nancy, 2016/04/30Although the bus driver was very knowledgeable, this trip did not meet our expectations. The young adults on the trip were anticipating a dip in one of the Seven Pools only to find they were closed as was the trail leading up to see 5 of the seven. No mention of this was made until we were driving in. We would not have taken this excursion. Also, the bus driver talked 100% of the time and coughed about 50%. Not an enjoyable day as I am now sick.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/25 |
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Informative & Exhilerating
Reviewed by: Clen, 2016/04/08The tour guide was very informative and stopped at every opportunity to take photos or show us the local markers and beauty
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| Activity Date: | 2016/03/31 |
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Gorgeous views, very long day
Reviewed by: Maureen, 2016/03/28The tour overall, for the ticket price, is worth it. Our family of four went on the Gold package which included lunch and it was a good value for the dollar.
On the way up you drive through beautiful rainforests and curvy roads. The driver is informative and gives a lot of good info - wish he was more interactive with the visitors.
On the way down, you go through the back side -- very bumpy and not as beautiful. This is when you realize it's a very long day. I was very thankful our driver was competent and made us feel safe as the roads were precarious in some spots.
Overall, a good day -- just very long. I do think it was better to take the tour vs drive ourselves because it would have been hard to see anything other than focusing on the road. And we learned about a lot of things we wouldn't have known otherwise. Not going to do this again though - once is enough!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/24 |
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Slightly Over-rated
Reviewed by: Caroline and Bernie, 2016/03/23The web sites all boast of waterfall swims and swimming in rock pools. This does not happen as there is insufficient water at these locations. The rock pools were more like insect infested cess pools and there are warning signs about the dangers of swimming in them. The only swimming option is at the black sand beach where a 30 min stop was taken. I think the description needs to be altered to be more accurate.
Other than that, it was quite interesting but we were definitely ready to get off when it was finished. It is a long and tiring day.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/12 |
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Nice tour
Reviewed by: YBD , 2016/01/01The tour was good overall. Due to weather we didnt get to swim by the waterfalls, I wish they had offered another option like more time in black sand beach, knowing that it was impossible to swim in the other part. (I had brought my swimsuit, towel and extra clothes). I liked it that they offered complimentary juices and water bottles on the bus. If you don't pay for the tour that includes lunch, there are more options to find good food walking distance from where the bus stops for lunchtime, so I didn't regret not paying for that
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/29 |
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Road to Heaven More Like
Reviewed by: Donald Owen, 2015/12/16A long but excellent day trip. Always felt safe with Bruce, our driver, despite some hair-raising hair-pin bends. Some of the views have to be seen to be believed. Would recommend this tour to anyone.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/15 |
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Road To Hana Tour - My Vacation Highlight
Reviewed by: M Lizalde, 2015/12/07I am so glad I decided to take this tour! We had taken the Road to Hana on our own 4 years ago. The experience was such that I felt the need to come back, but this time by means of a tour guide that would tell us the background of all the wonders we got to see and experience back then. This stretch of the island of Maui is so rich in history. Turns out I was right. Thanks to our tour guide/driver, Larry. He made this experience all the more magical. I am a history enthusiast. Larry touched on every aspect of this journey. From the vegetation's different species (origin, current and past uses, etc.), rock formations, the incredible waterfalls and grottos, to the towns people of present and past. Oh, and the beaches, breathtaking. I loved soaking my feet at Blacksand beach. Wish we could of stayed there longer. I appreciated our stop at the local's farmers market. Got to sample a taste of the locals organic fruits, banana bread, fruit jams and honey. I was able to purchase of everything I sampled. This is definitely a tradition for my family. When in Maui...Tour Guided Road to Hana Highway Adventure is a must. These drivers are experts, I will leave the driving to them! While I sit back and enjoy the trip.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/30 |
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Awesome experience
Reviewed by: Sachin Gupta, 2015/12/01Awesome tour . Very scenic drive . Our tour guide was Charles, he knew everything about all the places we went through right after we started from hotel until back . He knew exactly where to stop or slow down to take awesome pics or view the beauty of Hana . 5 on 5 for this beautiful tour and knowledgable guide.. I took 1 star for the lunch provided . Breakfast was light fruits and rolls and being on entire day trip, we were expecting a better lunch . Besides salad , steamed rice and watermelon, there was chicken and being vegetarian this did not feel like lunch . We got a veg taco plate when asked about the veg option, which was equally bad and cold
Apart from this I would say this is a must do if in Muai to see actual nature ..
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/28 |
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Road to Hana
Reviewed by: Kandyce Zhong , 2015/11/27Overall it was a very fun trip. However the trip time wise is a little too long. The food wise too need a little improvement. It was only a little rice and bbq chicken. This trip include a simple breakfast too, but don't expect a continental breakfast. It's just coffee fruits and croissant. Thank you Steve our driver and our guide for the informative trip and the scenery is exceptionally beautiful. You will never get to view all the scenery spots if you didn't attend this trip. We went to see a few water falls, it was absolutely beautiful, however we weren't able to swim in the pools as they were closed on that day. We went to black sand beach also, the sands are black, it's really cool... We took awesome lots of picture, it's definitely a memory that you will never forget. Advise to not go to the trip if you're tiered or sick cuz it's a energy consuming trip. Overall you will have fun.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/23 |
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The trip was a nice
Reviewed by: Cindy P., 2015/11/20The trip was a nice trip this is something you would like to do as a group. We had a really good driver and the tour guide seem to know the area. Gave some information about the different areas and offer take our picture which was nice. The meal we had was ok just the basic chicken and rice. Would like to see a place to get souvenirs the place we went to are so expensive. disappointed about the pool was not open at the state park. Sometimes it seem we were rushed and like at the state park nothing to do since the pool was closed. Tour guide did a good job also taking pictures with me and my spouse. You can do it on your own but i think you would miss a lot of extras. Thank you for a wonderful time and memories.
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| Activity Date: | 2015/10/28 |
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Great tour
Reviewed by: Laurie , 2015/10/21I wished we had a more outgoing/energetic group of passengers along with us, but our driver, Sam made up for it, amazing me with his non-stop humor and entertainment. As others said, I am very glad I did not have to drive that one-lane two-way road with rusty railings and precarious turns myself for hours and hours of driving (see the one photo attached where looking out my window you could see an inch of pavement and then the drop). The tour buses being higher than car height and having large windows provided a wide-open view i would not have see from my rental car. Sam educated us on Hawaiian history, and pointed out dining spots, fauna, flora, and talked of herbal uses of the plants. He talked about his family and their land, and told stories of growing up in Hawaii. He made certain to stop and let us take photos from the tour bus, at perfect photo spots along the road often near its many bridges, rivers, falls. We were handed a map at the beginning with spots high-lighted in yellow where we would get out and walk around, so we could gauge how long we had to go. The places we stopped were gorgeous. Some had very short paths to explore. The banana bread stop nice. At one popular waterfall stop, the road jammed up and Sam was out there, cooling tempers with his humor, making friends, and directing traffic to clear the gridlock. The open air restaurant in Hana was good, beautiful artwork, nice lunch. Sam brought us tastes of a local dish, Poke, the restaurant made. Unfortunately at the one stop for swimming at the 7 Sacred Pools of 'Ohe'o, the park has certain conditions the surf must meet to let you down there to swim: it was closed that day, and I was terribly disappointed after seeing so many beautiful pictures on the internet and hoping it to be the big finish, but Sam still gave us time enough time to do the circular hike out to the point above there, as consolation. I am very glad I signed up for this tour. Was sad when the day was over.
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| Activity Date: | 2015/10/13 |
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Road to Hana Tour
Reviewed by: Iliana, 2015/09/15We had a fantastic time on our Road to Hana tour! Larry is a great tour guide. I just wished we could have spent more time at the Seven Sacred Pools. We saw many waterfalls, so this is an excellent choice for people that love nature!!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/11 |
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Glad we chose to go on a tour instead of driving it ourselves!
Reviewed by: Jenny, 2015/06/09Our tour guide/bus driver Rory was one of the best tour guides we had during our trip to Hawaii. He made our trip to Hana worthwhile and made us feel comfortable. Not only was he funny and made our trip interesting with his sense of humor but he was very knowledgeable with the history of Hawaii and everything we saw on the Road to Hana. The Road to Hana was a crazy ride but Rory did a great job with the turns and making us feel safe. He made it worth dishing out the money to go on a tour rather than driving it ourselves. We stopped by a couple of places that were not on the schedule, simply because we asked about them and wanted to stop by. We stopped by Hana Farms which was a small stand by Hana that sold the best banana bread. We also stopped by a general store in Hana with cool knick knacks and some snacks. Although it was not on our schedule, he was more than willing to stop and let us look around and buy some stuff. He always cracked jokes and talked about his family. It made us feel like he wasn't just doing his job but that he was enjoying his job and getting to know his guests at the same time. Our Road to Hana wouldn't have been so great if it wasn't for our tour guide from Polynesian Adventure Tours. We recommend this company and this tour guide for any future visitors to Maui who want to go on this tour. You'll have a blast!
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| Activity Date: | 2015/06/06 |
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Road to Hana
Reviewed by: Jana Killion, 2015/04/15What a great time! Sam our driver was very informative and most of all entertaining. He kept us in stitches throughout the tour. Such beautiful views and botanicals.
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| Activity Date: | 2015/04/09 |
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Nice scenery
Reviewed by: Jesper, 2015/02/09The scenery along Road to Hana is nice, it's an impressive ride. We got to stop where possible, and the driver tried to add some little spots here and there for quick extra photo opportunities.
I was most impressed with the final part of the road that nobody seems to mentions: the part after the Seven Pools which goes through the barren drier south side of the Haleakala. I liked this scenery a lot!
Be aware: if you want to stay on a budget: lunch is very expensive at the chosen restaurant. I brought my own lunch, which turned out to be the right choice.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/18 |
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Been there, done that, and I'd do it again!
Reviewed by: Carol, 2014/11/08Coming down the back side of Hana is ever so much prettier than going up, and much more challenging.
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| Activity Date: | 2014/11/05 |
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Excellent
Reviewed by: JBR, 2014/10/20The trip was truly amazing! We love nature, so we truly enjoyed the trip. Our guide was very knowledgeable. The road was narrow and sometimes scary, but our driver was very skilled and careful. Highly recommended!
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| Activity Date: | 2014/09/27 |
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Hana Highway Trip
Reviewed by: Red Headed Sister's, 2014/09/16The day was awesome. Could not have been better! Our driver and guide were excellent. Would highly recommend this tour
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| Activity Date: | 2014/09/13 |
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Road to hana
Reviewed by: Ron, 2014/04/18Had a great time.would not want to drive myself. Well worth it to have someone else drive. Too much to see along the way.the driver Tom was very good. Would recommend the trip to anyone.
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| Activity Date: | 2014/04/14 |
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great day!
Reviewed by: Joanne, 2013/08/24Our guide Ed was very informative throughout the tour. I would recommend taking a tour rather than driving it, the bus drivers know the roads well so you feel safe. Other people have mentioned it was a bumpy ride but i didnt think so. There is nothing much in Hana itself, its more the journey getting there, great scenery...
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| Activity Date: | 2013/08/15 |
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A must see!
Reviewed by: Maryann, 2013/07/12You will not regret a single moment on this tour. The views are breathtaking, and amazing to experience. Waterfalls, exotic flowers, rainforests, trees, turquoise waters, and those cliffs and one lane bridges! Beautiful. I traveled with my husband, little girl, my mom and mother in law. We took with us many happy memories on this tour. A must see!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/03 |
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Great Tour
Reviewed by: Maillee, 2012/12/03Great tour. So glad we did this tour as we saw some stunning places.
Our tour guide Di was great and very informative. I would definitley reccommend this tour to others.
Thanks for a great Tour :)
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Beautiful Drive - Narrow Road
Reviewed by: Sherry, 2010/09/11This was a great tour. We were able to see a lot of the island. The first part, up to Hana, was beautiful! Our tour guide pointed out places that were historically important, and various Hawaiian plants. He also told us which plants were native to Maui and which were brought over in canoes from other Pacific islands as well as what the plants were used for. Very informative! I would not recommend driving to Hana yourself; the road is narrow - one lane in a lot of places, with hairpin corners, and mostly on the side of the cliff. The drive around the back side of the volcano was not so fabulous. It was a very dry climate there so not as lush and beautiful. We pretty much just drove through that area. Made the tour seem kind of long.
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Great Tour!
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous, 2010/06/02This was a great tour that took you around about 80% of the island! Awsome scenery! Tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
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Best Guide!
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous, 2009/04/04I joined this tour by myself alone, but the tour was totally enjoyable. Our guide was very informative. He pointed out the place which has historically important, or Hawaiian plants, which has so many unique shapes and way to use.
He made whole day. And the view from the Lookout point was WOW!
I will recommend this tour for Anyone.
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Tour Specialist
Reviewed by: Redding, Ca, 2008/09/16We had the best tour guide, he was very informative, friendly and funny. He made the trip, My husband and I were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. We had a great time thanks to "Robert".
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Tour specialist
Reviewed by: sandi sagrera, 2008/02/22Guides were good, except folks were concerned with Damien's issues (Kauai) and extra long fingernails that were disgusting
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