Maui Eco Adventures

ACTIVITIES:

Waterfall Experience Do you want to see the best of the West Maui Mountains? Do you want to see Honolua Bay, Nakalele Blowhole, Kahakuloa Village, Swim in two different Waterfalls, snap some pictures and be back by noon? Sounds crazy, it is! We will pick you up with fresh ground coffee to sip along the way before we drive the "back road" through several different environments on our road trip to these remote locations. You will also take a short hike through a tropical forest and past several beautiful waterfalls. During your hike our knowledgeable guide will point out the exotic plants, fruits and local history of the area. Of course, we will make sure to find the time to take a swim in a fresh water pool or two during the hike, so bring your swimsuit! This is a great trip for families and singles alike as there is something for everyone! This is a hike even though it's short... We provide transportation, a continental breakfast of fruit, muffins and coffee, hip packs, towels, jackets, snacks, and water on all trips. What are you waiting for?

Rainforest/Waterfall Hike The storybook rainforest hike complete with a waterfall is what every guest dreams about. Imagine a trail covered with a green jungle canopy that stretches along a rolling streambed culminating at a waterfall pool. As you meander by terraced Taro fields that were once farmed by ancient Hawaiians you will experience mystical cascading waterfalls careening off canyon walls in the distance, exotic fruit trees and local history. What about food you say? We provide a continental breakfast of fresh fruit, muffins and hot coffee. For lunch it is fresh deli sandwiches with veggie crudits & dips, chips, juices and bottled water served in a scenic locale. Free transportation included in air-conditioned vans, please limit 12 guests per van for comfort.

Hike/Kayak Combo Scene I: The Hike: We will start your day by hiking the Nakalele coastline. Nakalele is Maui's northernmost point and West Maui's youngest lava flow. We will hike along breathtaking sea cliffs and erupting blowholes into what feels like another planet. Bring plenty of film as turtles are a common sight and the views are amazing. We may even get to see a few whales, during the winter months! Scene II: The Kayak: A short van ride following lunch places us along the Kapalua coastline. We will have kayaks waiting in Kapalua Bay for a casual cruise along the clear blue waters of The West Maui Coast. Sea Turtles are common sights and dolphins may visit us, so be prepared for the unexpected!! These kayaks are the sit on top variety, so we welcome the novice adventurers. Ages 10 and older.

Hana Hiking Adventure If you want an adventure to write home about, this is it! Hana is the most tropical area on Maui. We will pick you up with fresh ground coffee to sip along the way before we drive the "back road" through several different climate zones on our road trip to this tropical hiking location. You will hike under a dense tropical canopy, through a giant bamboo forest and past beautiful waterfalls as we make our way to your lunch site at the base of a 400+ foot waterfall that you can hardly fit in your camera viewfinder. Your knowledgeable guide will point out the exotic plants and fruits and local history of the area. Of course, we will make sure to find a nice location to take a swim in a fresh water pool during the hike, so wear your swimsuit! This is a great trip for families and singles alike as there is something for everyone! Includes continental breakfast, full deli lunch, juice, water and towels. Please wear tennis shoes or hiking boots.

Haleakala Crater Hike Begin your day with a scenic drive up to the crater of Haleakala in our comfortable, air-conditioned vans. Enjoy fresh ground coffee and a delicious continental breakfast, featuring fresh tropical fruit and muffins, while viewing the volcano - a perfect photo-opportunity. After breakfast we will hike into the moonscape of Haleakala crater. Guests can hike as far down as they like or sit and enjoy the landscape. This is our most strenuous hike, as it is four to five miles at altitude. The spectacular views of the North and South shores of Maui, the Central Valley and maybe even the Big Island make this trip unforgettable! Your knowledgeable guide will explain the intricacies of Hawaiian natural and cultural history, and even a little geology. There are flora and fauna on this hike found nowhere else on earth. Keep your eyes open for the rare Hawaiian state bird (the Nene goose), along with other Maui wildlife. Our hike culminates with a delightful picnic lunch in a breathtaking location. You won?t believe you are still on Maui! Helicopter option available for $190 more. You will fly around Haleakala and through tropical Hana only to land at a private landing zone at 7,000 feet on Haleakala where we will be waiting for you.

Kahakuloa ancient Hawaiian Village (Cultural Experience) One of our most popular excursions! Kahakuloa Valley boasts one of the most important culturally and historically oriented experiences that you can encounter in Hawai?i. Your air-conditioned van will take you north around the West Maui Mountains along the ?forbidden road? to Kahakuloa Valley. Along the way we enjoy several scenic vistas with narration of history and folklore. This adventure tours a private Hawaiian village allowing the opportunity to live, if only for a short time, the ways of old Hawai?i. This opportunity is so rare that we constantly have guests returning with the request to do it all over again. Kahakuloa is the home to several families who live and practice ancient Hawaiian customs. Living on an active Ahupua?a (Hawaiian farming community) still managed by a Konohiki (supervisor of the land), most of these families continue to work and care for this land as their ancestors have for over 1500 years. Amenities include: Transportation in air-conditioned, 15-passenger vans (limit to 12 passengers for comfort). Fresh muffins, fresh fruit and bottled water for the morning tours. Fresh whole fruit, ice-cold refreshments and cookies are included in the afternoon. This is a hike even though it's short... We provide transportation, a continental breakfast of fruit, muffins and coffee, hip packs, towels, jackets, snacks, and water on all trips. What are you waiting for?

Cancellation Policy: 24 hour Cancellation on all daily trips

Website: http://www.ecomaui.com
Phone: 808-661-7720 • Toll Free: 877-661-7720
Year Established: 1999