1st day - Arrive in Maui (Explore Polipoli State Park)

This first day we arrive on this tropical island and relax. Two different pick up times at the airport will give you the option to come earlier and explore Polipoli State Park. The park sits at about 6200 feet in elevation. You may hike the various trails while waiting for others in our party to arrive. You can find wild plum trees, mountain raspberries, and beautiful misty redwood forests.

This night we prepare for the rest of the trip by packing our backpacks and looking at trail maps and pictures from past trips. Our group will stay this night at the Polipoli State Park backcountry cabin after initial group briefing.

"Wild Raspberries from PoliPoli St. Park"

2nd day - Polipoli State Park Exploration

Hike the trails of PoliPoli State Park and explore a nearby cave. Explore tall redwood Forests and beautiful views of the entire west side of the island.

3rd day - Haleakela National Park (Hike Backcountry Trails)

We wake up early and catch the sunrise at the 10,023 summit. This inactive volcano looks more like a Mars landscape picture from the NASA Mars Rover than something on earth. We then have breakfast and take off down the Sliding Sands trail through a red-sand wonderland filled with cinder cones, lava formations, and silversword plants. Hawaii's State Bird the Nene is often seen around here.

We hike down the side of the crater back to Poli Poli State Park for one last night at the cabin.

4th day - Drive around island to Black Sand Beach

We drive around the island stopping at a remote beach for lunch. We also hike to a secluded waterfall where you can swim.

Once at Wai'anapanapa State Park, we move our luggage and packs into our cabin. For those looking for a little night life and restaurant style meals, the town of Hana is an option for the evening.

A close by cave is sure to get your camera clicking.

"Lantana Flowers on South Side of Maui"

5th day - Bamboo Forest Exploration

This day we hike through a breath-taking bamboo forest, arrive beneath a 450 foot waterfall, and end the day relaxing on a white sands beach. We return to our cabin at Wai'anapanapa State Park where an optional trip to the black sands beach awaits.

6th day - Cliff Jumping and Snorkeling

We head off to a secluded cove with 40 foot cliffs to jump. The crystal clear water is amazing. We also travel to a secret red sands beach with amazing snorkeling. After our final day of adventures we return to our cabin for a final Hawaiian BBQ feast!

"Venus Pools"

7th day - Travel famous "Road to Hana" back to airport

The Road to Hana is one of the most breath taking drives. Multiple waterfalls, gardens, forests, hidden coves and beaches are found. We will be stopping at different scenic areas while traveling toward the city. The small farming community of the Keanae Peninsula is a quaint picnic spot for our lunch.

For those who are itching for souvenirs we will be stopping in the fishing town of Pa'ia on the drive to the airport.

Our adventure comes to an end with tons of pictures and memories to last forever! Thank you for sharing this beautiful side of the earth with us!

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(Limited to 8 Participants)

Call: 909-744-9675

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"Sunrise at Wai'napanapa State Park"

Package Includes:

7 Days/6 Nights, Van Transportation, Naturalist/Hiking Guide, 19 Meals, Housing 6 Nights. *Airfare is included in the total price from Los Angeles, CA. If you need to find airfare to Los Angeles the previous day please call us to make arrangements.

Additional Policies:

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied with an adult or legal guardian. Many people choose to extend their trips with resort stays before or after the hiking trip. If this is the case, you will need to make it to the Kahului Airport at the pick-up times. Call us to arrange different travel dates if you choose to extend your trip.

Extras:

If reservations are made by September 1st, 2006, a $100 discount voucher is applied to the total cost.
A 50% deposit is required to reserve your space for the trip.

Cancellations:

Cancellations must be made by November 1st, 2006. Cancellations after November 1st, 2006 forfeits any deposits made.