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Is the bike ride down Haleakala worth it?

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Is the bike ride down Haleakala worth it?

If you are looking for the best things to do in Maui, this sunrise bike tour down Haleakala is likely one in a long list of best Maui activities from Google. While it is an incredible experience, we would recommend for experienced riders only. Many more Maui travel guide activities can be found in our travel section.

How long is the Haleakala bike tour?

How long is the trip? The bike route is a 23 mile ride down Haleakala. Because our bike trips are self-guided, bikers will be coming down the mountain at various paces and therefore end up back at our shop at different times.

Is biking down Haleakala scary?

Really, the Haleakalā volcano tours are no more dangerous than any other bike ride. You do however, need to be comfortable riding a bike, be able to focus, and be able to use hand brakes. But basically this bike ride will be dangerous only if the biker decides to ride recklessly.

What do you wear to bike down at Haleakala?

Long pants and a jacket are provided with the rain/wind gear included in the biking equipment and sometimes that is all people need. Of course, closed-toe shoes are recommended for all of the Haleakalā bike rides.

Can you cycle up Haleakala?

This bike ride is a constant climb but the many switchbacks and turns in the road help stagger the uphill portions. Nevertheless, biking up Haleakala can be a very exhausting and exerting experience and is only meant for advanced bicyclists. However, it would be one of the most amazing bike rides of your life.

Can you bike around Maui?

Maui has some outstanding mountain bike paths, but if you want to ride on the best, you’re going to need to head upcountry. Some people don’t like road biking on Maui because dedicated bike lanes are rare. But, most of the roads do have wide shoulders and biking is legal on highways.

What do you wear to Haleakala Sunrise?

Haleakala Sunrise Our recommendations are long pants (jeans are great, but sweatpants are fine too!), closed-toe shoes, thick socks, and a heavy jacket or light coat. Most people bring a warm hat or earmuffs too, and gloves or socks to warm up chilly fingers.

How many miles is it to the top of Haleakala?

Haleakala Crater

  • Distance 11.1 mi.
  • Time 7 hrs.
  • Elevation Gain 1500 ft.
  • Hike Info.

Is it easy to bike in Maui?

First ride in Maui and I quickly learned that riding in Maui is not easy. If you want an enjoyable coastal ride with coconuts and palm trees, go to Florida. The West Loop is a popular ~70 mile route around the coast of Western Maui. We heard that the locals prefer riding it clockwise, so that’s what we did.