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Hawaii Ecotourism Association’s mission is to protect Hawaii’s unique, natural environment and host culture through the promotion of responsible travel and educational programs.

The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) is dedicated to advancing the profession of heritage interpretation and facilitating the stories of our natural and cultural resources.

CONTACT

(808) 575-9575
Email: Bike Maui

OUR SITES

Bike Maui
Haleakala EcoTours
Maui Adventure Cruises

ENGAGE WITH US

Haleakala EcoTours is a concessioner of the National Park Service and is authorized to provide guided road tours within Haleakala National Park.
Bike Maui and Haleakala EcoTours are operated by Haleakala Bike Company, Inc., which operates tours outside the park.

 

Know Before You Go

Haleakala is a 10,000 ft volcano and as you bike down Haleakala through scenic Upcountry Maui, you will experience incredible views, a fascinating history, and underappreciated culture. However, you are also riding in unfamiliar territory, through unpredictable weather, on rental bicycles, and on paved public roadways.

Elements to be Aware of on Bike Ride:

Some elements that you need to be aware of may include but are not limited to the following:

• Curving/winding paved roads with many 180 degree turns
• Steep inclines and declines
• Road reflectors, guardrails, and pylons in place for cars, not for bicycles
• Roadway debris
• Varying climate including hot and cold temperatures, dry and wet weather, high altitude and minimal visibility
• Vehicular traffic – private and commercial

Before you participate in this activity, please consider the risks involved which are not limited to those listed here or in the waiver and risk acknowledgement form. You must be capable of competently riding a bicycle and should have recent biking experience.


Requirements to Participate:

• Have recent biking experience
• Ability to use a mountain bike with disc brakes, suspension, and gears
• Capable of completing several miles of a downhill bike ride at a safe speed
• Physically healthy and not have health concerns that may affect your ability to complete the ride safely.
• Meet the age minimum of 15 years AND the height requirement of 4’10” or taller.
• Understand, acknowledge, and adhere to ALL provided rules and guidelines.
• Have not gone scuba diving within 24 hours prior to the activity. (Check with your dive master for details)


THIS IS NOT AN ACTIVITY FOR BEGINNERS!

Your safety and the safety of others that use the road is our top priority, so we ask that you know before you go, what this activity entails and the risks involved in such activity.

MAHALO!