Why Its A Great Idea to Take A Maui Downhill Bike Tour On Your Island Vacation

When thinking about your island getaway, you may just envision lying around on the gorgeous beaches of Maui all day reading a book and soaking up the sun. That of course would be a nice vacation. But there are many reasons to add a Maui downhill bike tour to your island plans! Here’s a few . . .

Great way to see (or experience) Upcountry. Our downhill bike tour takes you through the mountainous landscape of Upcountry Maui. Starting out with a land tour of the Summit area of the volcano Haleakala, our bike tours offer a unique chance to really experience the scenery of Upcountry firsthand. Because our particular self-paced Maui downhill bike tour allows guests to ride at their own pace, on their own timetable, and without the unwieldy large groups of guided bike tours; you can stop to pick a flower or take a picture at a unique spot along the way. The world is yours! As you bike down, you can stop at one of the charming small towns or restaurants along the route. The quaint towns in Upcountry have a variety of unique shops, boutiques, and art galleries to explore. But more than just driving through Upcountry, taking a downhill bike tour through this picturesque countryside lets you be a part of the land, and really take in the distinctive beauty of this area – an area that many Maui tourists never get to experience.

An unmatched biking experience. If you enjoy biking or want a little adventure on your trip (but not too much), then the Maui downhill bike tour is the activity for you. It’s really the ultimate biking experience. Think about it, what could be a more exciting biking adventure than to bike down a volcano? What a great story to tell! Plus, while this bike tour offers a great sense of adventure, it is downhill so you don’t have to be a professional cyclist to go on this bike tour. The adventure is really in the incredible scenery of Haleakala and Upcountry.

See an unforgettable sunrise – a great bucket list item. One of our Maui downhill bike tour options is the Haleakala sunrise bike tour. On this tour, you’ll see the sun rise above the clouds at the peak of Haleakala. This is definitely something that should be on everyone’s bucket list! Everyone agrees that seeing this sunrise at an elevation of 10,023 feet above sea level is really one of the most unforgettable moments of their entire vacation. Instead of driving up to Haleakala only to view the sunrise, our Haleakala sunrise bike tour combines this unforgettable experience with the opportunity to see more of Upcountry, up close and personal!

Easy and fun exercise on vacation. Many like to get some exercise in while they’re on vacation. So instead of just riding a recumbent bike in a hotel gym, why not ride down the captivating Haleakala volcano? You’ll be able to get some light exercise in the fresh mountain air and beautiful hillsides of Upcountry.

Really, there are so many benefits to taking the Maui downhill bike tour while you’re here on vacation! Our bike tour will definitely be one of the highlights of your trip. Book your downhill bike tour today!



(First two photos by PV Photography)

The Health Advantages of Biking in Maui

Biking in Maui, especially biking downhill from the Haleakala volcano, is a great activity for visitors and locals alike. Watching the sunrise above the clouds at the summit of Haleakala is one of the most incredible experiences you can have on your Maui vacation. After seeing this memorable sunrise, guests can bike down Haleakala through Maui’s extraordinary Upcountry.

But besides being an unforgettable Maui adventure, this bike tour offers guests and locals the numerous health benefits that come with regular biking. Here are just a few:

Biking in Maui is an easy way to exercise. 

We know that to be healthy and physically fit you have to be active, but some shy away from certain sports because they require a higher level of skill or physical stamina. Biking, however, can be a fairly easy sport. Most know how to ride a bike. And because our Maui bike tour takes cyclists through Haleakala downhill, it doesn’t require a lot of skill or stamina to ride. Even children as young as 10 who are experienced in riding a bike with hand brakes can take our Maui bike tour.

And because our bike tours are self-paced, you have the option of biking in your own comfort zone. You won’t have to try to keep up with a group like many of the guided Maui biking tours of Haleakala.

Biking is a low-impact sport that builds strength and muscle. 

Whereas other forms of exercise can put extra strain on your joints, biking is a low-impact sport that causes less injuries and can be done by people of all ages. We’ve had a 90-year-old bike rider join us, so our bike tours are not just for the young, but also those young at heart. Biking has been shown to improve joint mobility, flexibility, and increase muscle strength, coordination, and stamina.

Biking in Maui can help to reduce stress. 

Health experts agree that regular bike riding can help to reduce a person’s stress levels and can help to reduce anxiety and depression. Add to that the benefit of exercising on the beautiful island of Maui, and you can really see your stress diminishing. Biking through Maui’s gorgeous Upcountry, in the refreshing mountain air, and being able to stop along the way and really be a part of the scenery and the natural environment can really help to uplift your spirits.

Cycling has been shown to improve cardiovascular fitness. 

Biking can help to improve your heart health and lower your risks of certain kinds of disease. “Regular cycling stimulates and improves your heart, lungs and circulation, reducing your risk of cardiovascular diseases,” the Better Health Channel (BHC) of Australia noted. “Cycling strengthens your heart muscles, lowers resting pulse and reduces blood fat levels.”

Biking in Maui is a great total body workout.

The BHC also noted that you all of your major muscle groups when you bike. The BHC also reported that cycling lifts your heart rate to a beneficial level and is a good way to control or reduce your weight. Women’s Health magazine noted that in addition to working out your quads, glutes, and calves, working the handlebar can also sculpt your upper body for all-over muscle toning.

Plus, biking simply is a fun exercise, and doing something fun generally encourages us to do it more often. Feeling the gentle breeze against your face as you ride down the mountain on Haleakala is definitely a fun and exciting experience. So if you’re not a regular cyclist now, biking in Maui with us down Haleakala may jumpstart the love of biking we’ve found in Upcountry Maui.

Of course, these tips are just for informational purposes. Always check with your doctor before starting an exercise routine and make sure you’re healthy enough and comfortable with biking before biking down Haleakala. Check our FAQ page for more information on biking restrictions and things to consider.