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The 15 Best Waterfall & Rainforest Tours on Maui

48 tours  ·  from $120 a head

The windward slope collects the rain the resorts never see, and the pools underneath it are the reward. The 15 below are compared on walking distance, how slippery the trail really is, and whether swimming is part of the deal.

Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui - Learning the food forest one plant at a time
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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

1.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

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

Hike East Maui through rainforest, waterfalls, streams, and natural pools with a local guide, lunch, snacks, and optional cliff jumps.

“Our tour guide P.T. was amazing he took us to 4 beautiful waterfalls and they had all fun jumping spots ranging from 5 feet up to 20 feet. We got to taste some delicious fruits in the rainforest and really got a great education on the local plants and fruits. Waterfall jumps will give you a huge dose of adrenaline. It’s well worth the money and East Maui is so different from West Maui so if you enjoy hiking and nature this is the best tour to do in Maui.”

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Maui: Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls and Lunch by Mercedes Van - Paʻia and Hoʻo kipa set the tone
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Maui: Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls and Lunch by Mercedes Van

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

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

Review of Maui’s Road to Hana waterfall tour by Mercedes van, with black-sand beaches, local lunch, cultural stories, pickup details, and practical tips.

“We had an amazing experience on the Road to Hana thanks to our tour guide. Quinn was incredibly knowledgeable about Hawaiian history, culture, and local traditions, which really added depth and meaning to the journey. He was respectful, kind, and clearly passionate about sharing the island in an authentic way. Everything ran smoothly—he was on time, well organized, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and taken care of throughout the day. This tour felt both educational and enjoyable, and we left with a much deeper appreciation for Maui and Hawaiʻi. Highly recommend!”

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Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond - Early start on the Hana Highway
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Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond

3.Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 864 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $210

Review of Maui’s Road to Hana tour, with black-sand beaches, waterfalls, local guides, lunch, small groups, and practical booking tips.

“Dave was a great guide. Knowledgeable and great fun. The trip is beautiful and had some lovely stops. Would have loved more time at waterfall and BBQ before lunch as an option.... looked and smelled wonderful. But a great day overall.”

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West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback - The mountain trail and seasonal waterfalls
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West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

4.West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

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

Ride through West Maui’s mountain trails to ocean views, with gentle horses, expert guides, seasonal waterfalls, and a chance to canter.

“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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Road to Hana: Full-Day Scenic Drive with Blacksand & Waterfalls - Ho‘okipa Beach and the first coastal views
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Road to Hana: Full-Day Scenic Drive with Blacksand & Waterfalls

5.Road to Hana: Full-Day Scenic Drive with Blacksand & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 837 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $209

Review the Road to Hana tour with black sand beaches, waterfalls, turtles, local food, hotel pickup, lunch, and expert island guides.

“Beautiful drive through twists and turns in the mountains. Waterfalls black sand beach, Aunty Sandy’s banana bread, coconut cream ice cream, sea turtles, and surfers! So much fun. Malia is a wonderful tour guide! She gave so much history and information at every stop! Highly recommend!”

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Road To Hana Black Sand Beach Waterfalls & Turtles Tour - Wai’anapanapa is the reason to choose this tour
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Road To Hana Black Sand Beach Waterfalls & Turtles Tour

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

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

A practical review of Maui’s Road to Hana tour, with black sand, waterfalls, turtles, small-group transport, guide tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Sitting in the back of the van, we could not hear the guide/driver throughout the tour. We asked about the mic volume but he indicated it could not be adjusted. No stop or mention of turtle tour. Black Sand Beach was definitely the highlight. Mixed emotions regarding a recommendation. Maybe a different guide/driver. He indicated that he was filling in for the guide/driver.”

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Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup - Walking 2.5 miles through East Maui rainforest
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Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup

7.Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup

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

Hike Maui’s East Maui rainforest to several waterfalls, swim in a secluded pool, and enjoy lunch with a small group and local guide.

“This is a must for travelers to Maui! Swimming in waterfalls, diving into waterfalls, a great hike through a rainforest, and all activities are private, so not a million people! Hike Maui is the best and have access to private property at really special places and it’s also a botanical garden and farm! There’s pineapples, passion fruit, cacao, and lots of edible plants. Our guide, Jacob, is very knowledgeable about the botany, geology and history of Hawaii, so kind and considerate also. Loved his Kamehameha story! Also gave us some tips about local restaurants and activities we could do to learn more about beautiful Maui!”

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Rappel Maui Waterfalls and Rainforest Cliffs - How the three rappel sections build confidence
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Rappel Maui Waterfalls and Rainforest Cliffs

8.Rappel Maui Waterfalls and Rainforest Cliffs

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

Rappel down Maui waterfalls, swim in rainforest pools, and learn the ropes with patient guides on a small-group Hana adventure.

“Wow, where do I even begin? Our waterfall rappelling tour with these three amazing ladies was, without a doubt, the highlight of our entire trip to Maui! From start to finish, they made the entire experience so much fun, while making sure we felt safe and prepared every step of the way. They kicked things off with a thorough but fun safety briefing—not a boring, long-winded seminar at all! They kept things lighthearted and engaging, making sure we understood how to use all the equipment without ever feeling overwhelmed. You could tell right away that they were experts, but they were so approachable and down-to-earth. It felt more like hanging…”

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Road To Hana: Maui Waterfall Hiking Tour in Private Jeep - Waterfalls, swimming holes, and a little mud
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Road To Hana: Maui Waterfall Hiking Tour in Private Jeep

9.Road To Hana: Maui Waterfall Hiking Tour in Private Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $299

Review of Maui’s private Road to Hana Jeep tour, with waterfalls, bamboo forest hikes, black sand beaches, local food, and guide Alec.

“Alec, our guide, was awesome! He was very friendly and courteous. He has been doing this drive for 30 years, so not only was he knowledgable about the drive and the sites we would see, but also knew a lot of the history of that part of the island. He knew of sites and waterfalls that most people miss because they are driving. Beside all the incredible waterfalls, we saw a black beach, a quaint little church, and amazing flowers, plants, and trees. He personally knew the shop owners along the way and we were treated to fresh, warm banana bread, very fresh pineapple and a great lunch. We would…”

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Maui: Road to Hana Helicopter & Waterfall Tour with Landing - The flight from Kahului to Paia, Ho’okipa, and Haiku
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Maui: Road to Hana Helicopter & Waterfall Tour with Landing

Maui: Rainforest Waterfalls Guided Hike with Picnic Lunch - What the trail is really like
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Maui: Rainforest Waterfalls Guided Hike with Picnic Lunch

11.Rainforest Waterfalls Guided Hike with Picnic Lunch

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

Hike Maui’s rainforest trails to three to five waterfalls, swim in cool pools, taste seasonal fruit, and enjoy a picnic lunch with a guide.

“Loved having our guide! He was amazing! So knowledgeable and excited to do this tour and he went above and beyond what any other tour guide would have done. Couldn’t be more appreciative! So neat! Glad to have bene able to try so much fruit and learning from a completely different perspective. Really great from beginning to end!”

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Luxury Helicopter Experience with Hana Rainforest Landing - From Paia to Pe’ahi, Maui’s coast from above
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Luxury Helicopter Experience with Hana Rainforest Landing

12.Luxury Helicopter Experience with Hana Rainforest Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 274 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $341

Fly Maui’s North Shore, see Jurassic Rock, and land in Hana’s Wailua Valley rainforest on a scenic helicopter tour from Kahului.

“Highly recommended experience, our pilot Felix was very friendly, he explained everything we needed to know about the route, making the trip much easier, made us feel safe the entire time.”

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Epic Waterfall Adventure, the Best of Maui - Through bamboo, mud, and tropical growth
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Epic Waterfall Adventure, the Best of Maui

13.Epic Waterfall Adventure, the Best of Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $158

Hike through Maui bamboo forest to secluded waterfalls, swim, use a rope swing, and try optional cliff jumps on this private 3.5-hour adventure.

“My tour guide, Lauren, was awesome! Her love and respect for Maui is obvious in every word she speaks and every step she takes. She kept us safe by showing us where to walk/climb. The Epic Waterfall Hikes you into a tropical bamboo jungle, exposing you to a face of Maui that’s just as beautiful as the beach.”

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Maui: Road to Hana Deluxe Rainforest and Waterfall Experience - Pua‘a Ka‘a State Park and the waterfall question
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Maui: Road to Hana Deluxe Rainforest and Waterfall Experience

Maui Circle Island-PRIVATE-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls & Lava! - West Maui: blowholes, bays, beaches, and resort country
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Maui Circle Island-PRIVATE-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls & Lava!

15.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

Circle Maui by private plane, from Hana and Haleakala to lava fields and Molokini, with live narration and sweeping coastal views.

“Wonderful trip. We did the Maui Circle Island tour and had a great time. I occasionally get air sick and our pilot made sure I was cool and comfortable at all times and the landing was impressively smooth. It was a great way to see all of Maui and we’d definitely do it again.”

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