Maui

15 Best Maui Waterfall & Rainforest Hikes

The waterfall hikes: rainforest trails to swimming holes with guides who know which pools are safe after rain and which only look it. Water shoes beat sneakers everywhere on this island.

1.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

Discover Maui's lush rainforests, waterfalls, and native plants on this guided small-group hike, with swimming, waterfalls jumping, and cultural insights.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Our tour guide Michael was amazing. Very knowledgeable in the Hawaiian culture, plants and animals around the island. The hike itself is easy and doable. The terrain can be a little rocky so you just need to watch your step. A good pair of tennis…”

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

Discover Maui’s iconic Road to Hana with a guided tour featuring waterfalls, scenic stops, and local food—comfortably explored in a Mercedes van for a stress-free adventure.

★ 5.0

“Incredible- our tour guide Rodger was wonderful! Lots of information about Hawaii, the vegetation, land marks, Hawaiian history. He was an encyclopedia of knowledge. The van was very comfortable and easy to get into. There was plenty of time to see the lush, dense tropical…”

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3.Rainforest Tour to Hana and Beyond

Discover Maui’s stunning landscapes on a full-day rainforest tour to Hana with expert guides, scenic stops, and authentic Hawaiian experiences for $210.

★ 5.0

“Writing this review following an exceptional experience with our tour guides. We were led by Emma, and another local guide who was being trained by her. Both guides were immensely knowledgeable, passionate about the land, and seemed to be wonderful people. The scenery was beautiful,…”

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4.West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

Experience Maui's stunning waterfalls and coastline on a guided horseback tour. Suitable for all levels, it combines breathtaking views with friendly guides.

★ 5.0

“The effort by the horseback guides and check in staff was evident, they are sincere and engaged. The comment I want to make is this particular ride is largely not on flat terrain. The horses navigate steep slopes both up and down. The pace is…”

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

Discover the best of Maui's scenic Hana Highway with this guided tour featuring waterfalls, black sand beaches, sea turtles, and more for a memorable day.

★ 4.0

“In Viator ad road to Hana tour it says NO meals included but water and Juice included all day the driver did not mention or offer water but gave only one ( 1 ) bottle of water heading home and NO juice”

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7.Rappel Maui Waterfalls and Rainforest Cliffs

Experience Maui’s waterfalls and rainforest cliffs with a guided rappelling tour. Perfect for adventure lovers seeking scenic, off-the-beaten-path fun.

★ 5.0

“You need to get Alba and Shanna as your guides! They make it fun, safe, and a wonderful way to experience the waterfalls that line the road to Hana! The experience is such an amazing way to experience the best that Maui has to offer!”

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10.Hana Rainforest Helicopter Flight with Landing from Maui

Experience Maui's stunning rainforests and coast from the air with a helicopter flight and landing in Wailua Valley, including expert commentary and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“An amazing time! We rotated with our fellow passengers and had both “front” and “rear” seats. If you get the opportunity to sit front row, PLEASE DO. Our pilot, John, had great info and was very communicative on everything!! We had a great time and…”

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11.Epic Waterfall Adventure, the Best of Maui

Experience Maui’s waterfalls on this private, 3.5-hour guided tour featuring hikes, swimming, cliff jumping, and expert photography for unforgettable memories.

★ 5.0

“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…”

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12.Road to Hana Deluxe Rainforest and Waterfall Experience from Maui

Discover Maui's lush rainforests, waterfalls, and stunning coastal views on this guided Road to Hana tour, including lunch, parks, and island stories.

★ 5.0

“It was an amazing experience and our tour driver Jason made it really special and authentic Highly recommended tour and the driver knowledge about the island made it even more unique!!!!! Filippo and Isabella”

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13.Maui Circle Island-PRIVATE-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls & Lava!

Experience Maui's stunning landscapes from above with a private 1-hour air tour, featuring waterfalls, lava fields, and iconic landmarks. Perfect for lovers of natural beauty and personalized adventures.

★ 5.0

“Great tour! Knowledgeable professional pilot. It was the best part of my trip, well worth the money.”

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14.Northshore Maui: Guided Rainforest and Waterfall Walk

Explore Maui's lush rainforests and stunning waterfalls on this 3-hour guided walk. Swim, leap, and learn about island flora with expert guides.

★ 4.8

“Des was AMAZING. My kids (7 and 5) adored her, and would not stop talking to her. She was very knowledgeable, kind, and made sure that everyone had everything they needed. We learned so much about the natural flora of Maui, the land itself, and…”

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15.Road to Hana in Mercedes Van: Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

Experience Maui’s stunning waterfalls, black sand beaches, and scenic vistas on this small-group Road to Hana tour with expert guides and delicious local food.

★ 4.5

“This tour was such a good experience! It’s a long day, but totally worth it to see all the sights like the peninsula and black sand beach and all the waterfalls along the road to Hana! It was a relief not having to do any…”

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More Maui Waterfall & Rainforest Hikes

4.5Waterfall, Rainforest, Chocolate Tour & Historical Sites2 hours (approx.)$147.99 4.5Halfway to Hana Tour of Maui Black Sand Beach Waterfalls Turtles6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$199.00 4.5Hana Rainforest and Haleakala Crater Helicopter Tour45 minutes (approx.)$332.67 5.0Jungle Waterfall Adventure on Maui3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$299.00 4.5Maui Magical Waterfall and Jungle Tour: Road to Hana5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$189.00 5.0Road to Hana Deluxe Rainforest & Waterfall Experience from Maui8 to 10 hours (approx.)$219.99 4.5Waterfall, First One On The Road to Hana, Chocolate tour2 hours (approx.)$139.99 5.0Private Full-Day Waterfall Beach and Jungle Tour of Maui7 to 8 hours (approx.)$299.99 5.0Hike Honolua Ridgeline3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$145.00 5.0Haleakala Crater Hiking Experience7 hours (approx.)$208.38 5.0Road to Hana Rainforest, Black Sand Beach, Waterfalls & Lunch9 to 10 hours (approx.)$245.99 4.6From Maui: Road to Hana Rainforest and Waterfall Experience11 hours$219 5.0Maui-PRIVATE-Air Tour: Volcano Lava & Jungle Waterfalls (2-5 Max)1 hour (approx.)$380.00 5.0Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls, Black Sand Beach & Lunch8 to 9 hours (approx.)$245.99 4.7Maui: Road to Hana Waterfalls Tour with Lunch9 hours$259 5.0Epic Waterfall Adventure – GO PRO 10 footage included3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$249.00 5.0Maui-PRIVATE-Air Tour: SKY-ROAD to HANA: Lava Flows, Waterfalls!1 hour (approx.)$420.00 5.0Llama Sunset Hike1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$248.00 5.0Amazing Maui Ridge Hike2 hours (approx.)$159.00 5.0Waterfalls of West Maui and Molokai Helicopter Tour50 minutes (approx.)$460.90 5.0South Maui: Waterfall Tour w/ Kayak, Snorkel, and Hike7.5 hours$260 4.5Waterfall Hike and Kayak Snorkel & Paddle from Makena6 hours (approx.)$270.20 4.5Mauis Sea Turtles, Waterfalls and Road to Hana Adventure6 to 7 hours (approx.)$199.00 5.0Deluxe Road to Hana Rainforest and Waterfall Experience from Maui10 to 12 hours (approx.)$225.99