Maui · MAUI SELF-GUIDED AUDIO DRIVING TOURS
If you are driving Hana yourself, the app is what tells you which pullout is a waterfall and which is a private drive. The 15 below work offline, cost a fraction of a seat in a van, and cover the coast road and the summit.
Meet in Haiku before dawn for a drive to Haleakala’s summit, sunrise above the clouds, and a self-guided ride from 6,500 feet. You’ll tackle 29 switchbacks, pause in Makawao, and may enjoy breakfast in town. Guides such as Corey and Eddie Buddy add history and humor.
“Beyond breath taking! Its a bucket list experience for a reason! And Eddie our guide was amazing and incredibly funny!”
Start at 6,500 feet on Haleakala, coast through Maui’s upcountry roads, and finish in Paia. Maui Sunriders provides bikes, helmets, warm layers, maps, a van shuttle, and roadside help. Guides such as Remy, Dane, Roy, and Matthias handle safety and local insight while you ride at your own pace.
“Easy ride down the mountain. Great customer service and helpful hints. Any experience level works since you go at your own speed.”
Start in Haiku at 9:30 a.m., ride from Haleakala’s 6,500-foot level, and coast through switchbacks toward Makawao and Haiku. Bike Maui supplies the Kona mountain bike, helmet, wind gear, backpack, and shuttle. Guides such as Kimo, Dan, and Tim add local stories, but lunch and water are your responsibility.
“Kimi was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable! The top part of the ride is exhilarating, super fun.”
Drive Maui’s famous Hana Highway with Shaka Guide’s GPS-triggered audio tour. You’ll hear Hawaiian history, local stories, music, and practical stop advice while exploring waterfalls, black-sand beaches, Hana, and Pipiwai Trail at your own pace.
“Great information. Very good stories and all the tips Travellers needs. The road is very windy so if you get car sick be cautious. Leave early morning”
Drive Maui’s Road to Hana with the History with Action audio guide and its unnamed narrator. The app uses GPS to trigger stories and directions along 70-plus miles, from Paia to Kipahulu. Download it before leaving Wi-Fi, then stop for waterfalls, beaches, gardens, hikes, and Hawaiian history at your own pace.
“We loved it! It was so informative and enjoyable! Our only con was that when we made a wrong turn, it didn't play the audio for a while and it skipped a few of the things it was supposed to say. Other than that, it was fantastic, worth the money, and so much more enjoyable than a timed tour with strangers. We learned so much about the history of Hawaii from this app and we highly recommended!!!”
Start at 8 a.m. in Haiku, ride an air-conditioned shuttle to Haleakala’s summit, then coast 15 miles downhill on a Kona bike. An NAI-certified guide, often Kimo, explains Maui’s history and safety. You’ll ride through switchbacks, Makawao, and Haiku, with lunch on your own.
“Was probably the best part of our trip. My daughters were nervous but in the end they both loved it.”
Drive Maui’s Road to Hana with a GPS-guided GuideAlong audio tour narrated in a warm, conversational style often nicknamed Uncle George. Download it before leaving service, then hear directions, Hawaiian history, stop suggestions, and practical tips as you pass waterfalls, beaches, lava tubes, and black sand shores.
“Very detailed and was right in step with wherever we were on the highway. Great recommendations and insight. You need to start early…so many great places and requires plenty of time if you want to see most of them.”
Use the Shaka Guide app for six GPS-triggered audio drives across Maui. Hear Hawaiian legends, local history, music, directions, and stop tips while driving the Road to Hana, Haleakala, Upcountry, and West Maui. Tours work offline and can be paused across several days.
“We loved the Shaka Guide! We loved the ease of use and the stories and history we enjoyed while driving the routes.”
Download the Shaka Guide app before you leave, then follow GPS-triggered narration along Maui’s Road to Hana. Choose from waterfalls, beaches, gardens, food stands, and hikes, including Twin Falls, Wai’anapanapa, and Pipiwai Trail. The private tour costs $15.99 per vehicle group of up to 15 people.
“The amazing Hana waterfalls in all there glory were ahhh inspiring. The audio guide was great full of Aloha and very informative with history & legendary tales. Also with kid and wifey frothing in such a remote place was good to know where the good rest and food spots were ahead of time. Now simma down! LOL 🤙🤙”
Launch from Makena Landing in a clear-bottom kayak for two hours of self-guided paddling around Turtle Town. You’ll receive a PFD, paddle lesson, fish card, local tips, and a squirt gun, with a chance to see turtles, coral, rays, dolphins, and winter whales.
“super activités on voir bien les récifs a travers le fond du kayak il manquerait peut-être une Map de la côte et des fonds juste pour repérer ou se trouvent les zones où il y a le corail et les récifs et donc les poissons”
GuideAlong’s GyPSy Guide audio tour turns your rental car into a private Maui guide. GPS-triggered stories cover Haleakala, the Road to Hana, beaches, towns, history, and local tips. Download it before driving, then follow suggested routes or build your own schedule with no expiry.
“It never worked. I called customer service for help and. Fernando kept me on the line forever and kept telling me he had to check with someone and would get back to me. Money down the drain and an embarrassment as we were trying to have this fun trip with another couple.”
Start in Lahaina with instruction from Ridesmart Maui Electric Bikes, then ride a beginner-friendly e-bike toward panoramic views, Ka'anapali, and the oceanfront. Nate and the staff help you choose a comfortable bike, test it, and plan a route. The ride returns to 30 Halawai Drive.
“Great driving along the coast and visiting town. visited Banyon tree park. Shaved dice and some whip at the corner store. Perfect weather. Owner at bike store was friendly and knowledgeable! Great personality!”
Use the Shaka Guide app to drive from Kula toward Hana and finish in Paia. GPS-triggered narration, music, directions, offline maps, food tips, and history guide you through waterfalls, black-sand beaches, gardens, trails, and coastal viewpoints at your own pace.
“Road is closed. Reverse tour is impossible to use it . I end up buying the classic road but need to pay again . Should not be sold mean while the road is closed .”
Use the Shaka Guide app to tour West Maui by car, from Wailuku and ʻIao Valley to Honolua Bay and Kahakuloa. GPS-triggered stories, offline maps, music, and turn-by-turn directions guide your private group, while you choose the stops, timing, and pace.
“This app was excellent. We never would have seen some of the sites if this app had not told us about it. We started at Kaanapali & went all the way around western Maui. It took us about 5 hours & we did not do all the stops. Be warned- the northern coastline is VERY windy with one lane roads & hairpin blind curves. But the scenic views are AWESOME!!! Go early in the day. We started at 10:00 am. Don’t try this late in day!! The commentary was great and you can stop the tour when you get out of your vehicle. We dropped our tour audio several times…”
Start in Kaanapali with an electric bike fitting, safety briefing, lock, and map from Nate or the Ridesmart Maui team. Ride West Maui’s coast, beaches, viewpoints, and attractions at your own pace for about four hours, then return to 30 Halawai Drive.
“Bike was old. Given map find your own way. Hwy 30 then to a resort. Greasy burger but a nice day out. Thought I was on a tour. But was on my own.”
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