How long is West Maui loop?

approximately 65 miles
Depending on where you start and where you end, the West Maui Loop bike ride is approximately 65 miles (104 km) if you ride the entire loop. If you don’t care about completing the whole loop and want to miss the traffic from Wailuku to West Maui, start the bike ride in Lahaina and arrange for a ride in central Maui.

How long does it take to ride a bike down Haleakala?

Haleakala has an average grade of 5% and is 98% downhill. There are many switchbacks on the first portion of the Maui volcano bike ride that eliminate any excessive steepness. Without stopping, the bike tour takes about 1 ½ hours to return to sea level and typically return between 11:45am – 12pm and have lunch in Paia.

What is the West Maui loop?

The West Maui Loop is one of a Trio of Bucket List rides here on the Island of Maui. The Haleakala Crater climb and the Hana Highway out and back complete this Trio.

How long is the drive around the West Maui Mountains?

between four and five hours
From Kapalua to Wailuku you pass some of the most rugged coastline in the world and some very lovely beaches and bays which are not well known or frequented. The drive itself can be done in a couple of hours without stops. In order to really appreciate the views, however, it will take you between four and five hours.

Is biking down Haleakala worth it?

If you are looking for the best things to do in Maui, this sunrise bike tour down Haleakala is likely one in a long list of best Maui activities from Google. While it is an incredible experience, we would recommend for experienced riders only. Many more Maui travel guide activities can be found in our travel section.

Can you bike up Haleakala?

This bike ride is a constant climb but the many switchbacks and turns in the road help stagger the uphill portions. Nevertheless, biking up Haleakala can be a very exhausting and exerting experience and is only meant for advanced bicyclists. However, it would be one of the most amazing bike rides of your life.

What do you wear to bike down at Haleakala?

Long pants and a jacket are provided with the rain/wind gear included in the biking equipment and sometimes that is all people need. Of course, closed-toe shoes are recommended for all of the Haleakalā bike rides.