“One of our best days on Maui — riding up the hills with ocean views was incredible.”
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This 2.5-hour off-road tour explores the wild beauty of the West Maui Mountains, offering a rare chance to ride from highland trails with distant waterfall views all the way down to the island’s rugged coastline. Starting near Wailuku, you'll gear up and follow your guide through a private 500-acre ranch, traversing forested switchbacks, ridgelines, and open fields that drop toward the ocean. Whether you’re driving your own ATV or riding in a UTV with a seasoned guide, the experience blends adrenaline and scenery in equal measure—capped with oceanfront views and moments of quiet awe between the bursts of speed.
GUEST REQUIREMENTS
For ages 5+, group size limited to 8 guests.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Off-road riding on bumpy trails
WHAT TO BRING
Long pants, Closed-toe shoes, Light wind layer
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior for groups of 1-5.
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
4.8★ from 710+ reviews on TripAdvisor
Guests say the ride is part thrill, part scenery — dusty mountain trails open up to coastal cliffs where the ocean feels close enough to touch. Many praise how friendly and funny the ranch guides are, keeping everyone safe while encouraging a little speed when the trail allows. Reviews often highlight the mix of mountain waterfalls in the distance and quiet oceanfront stretches at the finish. It’s a local ranch adventure with just enough mud and salt air to feel like you’ve really been out there.
Tour Description:
Ride from misty mountain slopes down to Maui’s wild coastline on this guided 2.5-hour ATV & UTV adventure. Your route begins in the lower West Maui Mountains, winding up ranch trails with distant views of hidden waterfalls before descending toward the ocean’s edge. Feel the breeze, take in sweeping island views, and splash a little mud as you follow your guide across private ranch land. Along the way, your guide will stop at scenic lookouts and snap photos with your camera, so you can stay focused on the ride.
Important Information:
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Departure Times: Daily check-in at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM — arrive 30 minutes early for gear fitting and safety briefing.
Age & Requirements:
- Minimum age 16 to drive an ATV (valid driver’s license or permit required).
UTVs are driven by your guide — no license needed for passengers.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
What’s Provided: Helmets, goggles, complimentary refreshments.
What to Wear: Long pants and closed-toe shoes are mandatory for all riders. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light layer for mountain winds.
Weight Limit: 300 pounds maximum.
Photos: Guides will take pictures with your device at scenic stops.
Gratuity: Appreciated but never required — bring cash if you’d like to thank your guide.Maui Mountain Activities is a family-run ranch and adventure outfit tucked into the lower slopes of the West Maui Mountains. For years, they’ve welcomed small groups onto private ranch lands for guided horseback rides and ATV adventures that sweep from misty mountain ridges down to oceanfront trails. Their ATV & UTV tour combines rough off-road tracks, distant waterfall views, and a final run along the Pacific — all with local guides who know every bend and lookout by heart.
Location: Maui Mountain Activities, 3040 Kahekili Hwy, Wailuku, HI 96793
Check-In: Arrive 30 minutes before departure — tours run daily with check-in at 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM. Meet your guide at the main ranch area for a quick safety briefing and gear fitting.Reservations for 1-5 people will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Reservations for groups of 6-11 people will receive a full refund or credit with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Reservations for groups of 12 or more people will receive a full refund or credit with 72 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
FOLIO TRAVELOGUE
From Peak to Pacific: ATV & UTV Adventure in the West Maui Mountains
There’s something alive about the West Maui Mountains—the smell of eucalyptus, the sound of distant waterfalls, the thrill of twisting trails edged by emerald forest. I arrived at Maui Mountain Activities in Wailuku, suited up in helmet and goggles, and climbed aboard a single-seat ATV. Drivers only—but the option for passengers on a guide-driven UTV means no one misses out.
The trail climbs steadily through ranch country. Soon, waterfalls cascade in hidden gorges, visible only through the breaks in trees. At the high point, I paused, heart racing, to take in panoramic views across the valley.
“From misty waterfalls to roaring surf, this ride takes you from mountain heart to ocean edge in total freedom.”
Then came the descent: tight switchbacks, a whoosh of wind, and the Pacific glinting below. We emerged right onto the coastline, the surf thundering just a few feet away. I coasted along the shore, salty spray mixing with the dust on my goggles.
Throughout, our guide snapped candid photos, handed out water and juice, and shared stories of the island’s ecology and history. The group was small—just eight riders total—so there was room to go for speed or take it easy, depending on comfort and confidence.
Back at base after 2.5 hours, sand caked in my boots and a grin on my face, I realized this was more than a ride. It was a journey through West Maui—mountain, waterfall, ocean—held together by engines, earth, and island time.
