Without a doubt, Maui boasts a sublime landscape with an array of luxurious outdoor recreational opportunities to match. There are countless ways to spend your days under the warm Maui sun getting in touch with nature, from manicured golf resorts to private sportfishing charters. Here are some of the most luxurious ways to explore this outdoor paradise.

What could be more refreshing and captivating than snorkeling below the surface of the crystal clear blue Pacific Ocean to view majestic marine life up close? Take the experience up a notch with a Lanai Snorkeling and Dolphin Encounter. This tour takes you on a snorkeling tour from Lahaina to Lanai aboard a catamaran cruise.

Once you’ve reached your destination, you will plunge beneath 300-foot cliffs near Shark Fin and Manele Bay and look out for sightings of Lanai’s resident pod of spinner dolphins. A family-friendly activity, this tour includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks and the rare opportunity to spot dolphins and whales from November through April.

Get the unique opportunity to view the 200 different fish species in the Molokini Crater with a Molokini Snorkeling Adventure aboard Calypso. Inside this ancient volcanic caldera that rises out of the sea, you might also find manta rays, sea urchins, eels, or even a gentle shark.

If you enjoy a good adrenaline rush now and then, you’ll surely appreciate an ATV tour. Many companies are offering exhilarating ATV tours to explore Maui’s rugged terrain. The ATV Adventure in West Maui Mountains allows you to trek through parts of the valley that traditional tour vehicles can’t reach. You’ll get to pilot your ATV down to the coast and take in a breathtaking shoreline view, accompanied by engaging commentary from your tour guide.

If you’d rather be a passenger than drive your own ATV, consider the Lahaina ATV Adventure. Clients can ride solo or opt to sit in the passenger seat in one of today’s most advanced four-seater off-road vehicles, the Polaris RZR 900 and 1000. Guide-led tours will take you and your group on miles of trails on either the East Side (Kaupo Ranch) or West Side Aventure (Lahaina Adventure Tour) — both offering spectacular views of Maui’s lush landscape.

Go on an invigorating Kaanapali 8-Line Adventure, where you’ll zip along at thrilling speeds up to 150 feet above the ground. Located in the mountains atop the Kaanapali Resort, delight in panoramic views of the open ocean, the outer island, and the jagged West Maui Mountains. Your guide will do more than ensure your safety — they have a wealth of knowledge about Hawaii’s rich culture and history and will keep you entertained throughout your tour.

Mauli Zipline offers a different yet exceptional family-friendly 5 Line Tropical Adventure. At Maui Zipline, you’ll relish a thrilling adventure soaring over a stunning tropical plantation, viewing swaying palms and majestic vistas along the way. The tour includes a brief scenic walk and bird’s-eye views of the gorgeous Haleakala volcano, West Maui mountains, and coastline, all while learning about Maui’s unique flora, fauna, and culture.

After your exciting descent over a tropical lagoon, your exotic adventure ends at the treehouse. This tour is fantastic for family outings since Maui Zipline accommodates children as young as five years old!

Maui’s scenic landscape offers more than ocean-related activities and ATV tours. Maui is home to 14 golf courses, several of which are ranked near the top of prominent “world’s best” lists.

Kapalua Golf offers two of the most incredible golf courses in the world. The Plantation Course is consistently rated as the #1 golf course in Hawaii and provides a challenging par 73 layout with wide fairways and generous greens suitable for average golfers and golf experts alike. The Bay Course is a stunning championship course known for its 17th hole, the only hole situated atop the ocean on Maui. This course opened in 1975 and has hosted the best players in golf, withstanding the test of time and technology. If you’re a golf enthusiast, you’ll be ecstatic playing either of these courses.

Head to Wailea Golf Club to bask in the Hawaii sunshine, take in breathtaking vistas and enjoy a fabulous day playing the three award-winning courses. The club’s Gold, Blue and Emerald courses, two full-service pro shops and the esteemed Wailea Golf Academy have collectively earned over 170 honors for course design, customer service, and pro shop excellence. Each course possesses a distinct charm and features suitable for golfers of all skill levels. Whether you’re flying solo, with your sweetheart, or your family, you’ll have a memorable time playing either of these extraordinary golf courses.

Maui boasts nearly two dozen fishing charter companies, most of which focus on sportfishing. Considering Maui’s scenery and optimal sportfishing conditions, this is a must-do outdoor activity. The best sportfishing charters make trips daily, keep their gear in excellent condition, and catch fish regularly.

Take a day trip with Start Me Up Sportfishing for some active sportfishing, where tropical sunrises, whale watching, and even glimpsing a spinner dolphin now and again are integral to the experience. This company targets gargantuan fish ranging from 15 to 1000 pounds, including mahi-mahi, wahoo, yellowfin tuna, marlin, and blue marlin. A Maui sportfishing adventure from Lahaina may take you around the islands of Lanai, Molokai, Kaho’olawe, or Molokini, offering you a rare experience afforded to only a few of Hawaii’s visitors.

LUCKY ME is a relatively new boat to Maui that features an array of luxury amenities, including a spacious air-conditioned salon, a complete marine head and forward berth for two, a continental breakfast, and a lunch offering an assortment of sandwiches and salads. Feel free to BYOB as well! LUCKY ME offers sportfishing trips and ocean adventure trips for an all-encompassing oceanic experience complete with any combo of sport fishing, snorkeling, seasonal whale watching, and sightseeing.

If you’re unsure of which sportfishing charter to choose, check out fishmaui.com to browse the best options or contact them for further assistance.

Did you know that 80% of Maui can only be seen by air? Feel the wind rush through your hair as you soar above Maui in a helicopter. Air Maui provides amazing Maui and Molokai helicopter tours suitable for every occasion. Tours range from 45 to 75 minutes and include everything from complete island tours to oceanfront landings. Every trip ends with unrivaled views of Maui’s spectacular surroundings, including remote valleys, rainforests, waterfalls, and much more.

Maui Helicopter Tours is another excellent company to take flight with and offers a wide range of aerial tours. Take the 45-minute West Maui and Molokai tour for outstanding views of the West Maui Mountains and the world’s tallest sea cliffs and waterfalls of Molokai’s north shore. To view remote and unique sights of East Maui, including the world-famous Haleakala Crater and the lush valleys and waterfalls of the Hana rainforest, take the Hana and Haleakala helicopter tour.

Maui is known for being a great place to stay if you plan on exploring more than one island. Maui County consists of the Island of Maui and the charming islands of Lanai, Molokai, and Kaho’olawe. As you explore the endless natural gifts Maui has to offer, look into daily ferries, private boat tours, and private flights to neighboring islands of Molokai and Lanai.

Molokai, also known as the “Friendly Isle,” is home to some of the highest sea cliffs in the world. This island is rich in historical significance, boasts unmatched natural beauty, is famous for golf, and is one of the best-kept secret spots for intimate Hawaii weddings and honeymoons.

Lanai’s nickname is “Pineapple Isle” due to its well-known agricultural history. Guests can spot the island straight across the channel from Lahaina and Ka’anapali. Lanai is quickly becoming one of the most luxurious islands to visit worldwide. This island is a well-known spot to see spinner dolphins and go snorkeling on the state’s longest stretch of coral reef.

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