15 Cycling Tours in Hawaiʻi, Compared

1.Haleakala Sunrise Best Self-Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 745 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $272Our pick

Start before dawn at 810 Haiku Road, ride an air-conditioned shuttle to Haleakala’s summit, and watch sunrise above the clouds. After park stops, coast downhill from about 6,500 feet on a custom mountain bike at your own pace. The route includes switchbacks, a shuttle section, Makawao, and optional breakfast. Guides such as Corey and Eddie Buddy add local stories and humor.

“Was a great experience from start to finish. Was nice having somebody who knew the area and the must go to spots.”

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2.Waimea Canyon Downhill Bike Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 650 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $154Top rated

Meet Ernesto, Tom, or another Keko Adventure Tours guide in Hanapepe for a scenic van ride up Waimea Canyon. Stop at major overlooks, then coast nearly 12 miles downhill on a hybrid bike at a moderate to brisk pace. Expect canyon and coast views, local stories, safety instruction, photos, and a sunset finish near Kekaha Beach.

“Having done just about every type of excursion on Kauai, this one ranks as one of my favorites. Great balance of canyon views , then views of the Napali coast . Fun bike ride down !”

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3.Fat Tire E-Bike Tour through Volcanoes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 546 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $199

Ride from Kilauea Lodge into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on a fat-tire e-bike with guides such as Nicole, Derek, Tyler, Scott, and Bill. Expect a safety briefing, forest roads, a lava tube, volcanic viewpoints, short walks, park stories, snacks, and water. You need moderate fitness and basic biking ability.

“Knowledgeable staff with good insights about the sites visited. Not enough time on trials with the bikes and too many stops. More exploring would have been nice. Overall a good excursion.”

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4.Best Haleakala Downhill Self-Guided Bike Tour with Maui Sunriders

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 496 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $139

Start at 6,500 feet on Haleakalā, then ride at your own pace through two downhill sections, with a van transfer through Kula. Maui Sunriders supplies a front-suspension bike, helmet, weather gear, gloves, map, and roadside help. You can stop in Makawao for food and shops before finishing in Paia.

“Wow 🤩 We enjoyed one of the most exciting & fun adventures ever! Our guides were Remy & Dane. They made the experience even better; informative, trustworthy, & entertaining. Worth the price.”

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5.Cycle to the Sea with Maui Bombers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 406 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Start at 8:00 a.m. in Kahului for a guided downhill ride from Haleakala toward the sea. Matt, Eric, Alex, or Spartak may lead, with a support van, bikes, helmets, snacks, drinks, muffins, gloves, and windbreakers provided. Stop in Makawao for lunch and local sights before returning to the meeting point.

“Our guides Eric and Matt were so great. Safe, fun, great views. It was great! Would recommend! Matt even shared homemade muffins and cake.”

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6.Water Bike Tour in South Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 372 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $124Best value

Start at Makena Bay in South Maui and pedal your own water bike along the coast for about 1 hour 45 minutes. Guides such as Aukai and Kahili provide a safety briefing, local history, Hawaiian words, and help on the water. You may see reef fish, turtles, whales, dolphins, or the rare black sand beach from offshore.

“This was so much fun,. I guided was very knowledgeable and made the experience a great one! Definitely recommend!”

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7.Haleakala Express Self-Guided Bike Tour with Bike Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 271 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $146

Start at 9:30 a.m. in Haiku, ride an air-conditioned shuttle to 6,500 feet, then coast Haleakala’s upper slopes on a Kona mountain bike. Guides such as Kimo, Dan, Tim, and Nico have led the drive with local stories. The route includes Makawao and Haiku, with time for lunch, but local rules now replace part of the ride with shuttle transport.

“Guide was great and equipment was adequate. I have done this trip before and then we could go all the way top to bottom. Unfortunately government and neighborhood pressures have made the trip less interesting and fun”

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8.Haleakala Sunrise Best Guided Bike Tour with Bike Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 271 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $317

Meet Bike Maui in Haiku before dawn for a van ride to Haleakala’s summit. After sunrise, suit up and ride from about 6,500 feet down the famous Fabulous 29 switchbacks, with guides such as Dan, Drew, Russell, and Steve, photo stops, Upcountry scenery, and a no-host breakfast in Haiku.

“Sunrise was incredible! The staff were very attentive and safety-conscious. The ride down is not for the feint of heart!”

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9.Maui Haleakala Sunrise Downhill Bike Tour with Mountain Riders Rated #1

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 262 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $279

Meet in Paia at 2:45 a.m. for a shuttle to Haleakala’s summit, sunrise viewing, and a guided downhill ride from about 6,500 feet. Mountain Riders supplies bikes, helmets, water, and snacks. Guides such as Joe, Nani, Abe, and Everett are known for friendly support, while the small group size keeps the morning personal.

“Dress in layers. It is very cold while waiting for the sun to rise. The bike ride was the most fun I’ve had in years! Rose, Everett, and Joe were so accommodating, encouraging, and informative.”

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10.Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $189

Meet Kelly in central Waikiki for a relaxed, roughly seven-mile ride through Honolulu. Bikes, helmets, water, lunch, and five to six food tastings are included. Expect poke, fish tacos, shaved ice, malasadas, local history, and stops at family-run food spots. The ride returns to the starting point.

“Great food, knowledgeable host. Felt tour could have been a bit shorter. Enjoyed the variety of stops.”

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11.Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $159

Start at 7 a.m. in Waikiki with guide Kelly, then ride a provided 7-speed bike past Kapiolani Park, Makalei Beach, Diamond Head Lighthouse, Shangri-La, and Hawaii Five-O studios. After a 1.5-hour crater hike, stop for a local lunch before returning to Waikiki. Expect 9 to 12 miles of cycling, hills, stairs, snacks, water, and photos.

“Getting to the Diamond Head in a different way: bike! Kelly is a great guide, and makes this a super enjoyable experience. You get to know places , you wouldn't pass by in another way. The bikes are great, the trails, hiking and views totally worth it. If you like to bike , you'll have a great time. Also super cool: the pics you get of yourself 🤩🚲🙌! Thanks!”

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12.Big Island Mountain Biking on Anna Ranch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $235

Ride a full-suspension mountain bike across historic Anna Ranch with a professional guide. You’ll climb 1,200 feet past streams, lava rocks, and tropical plants, then coast back with views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai. The two-hour private outing includes snacks, drinks, helmets, and rain gear.

“We had a great tour guide, Jeremy who was super patient and knowledgeable. The ride was very challenging even with the e-bikes but then again, I've never been mountain biking before. Others in the group had a much easier time then me. The bikes were high quality and very expensive with great suspension to cushion the ride. We booked on Viator which said to get there at 8:30am but everyone else who booked directly with Big Island Bike Rentals were told to get there at 9am so that was frustrating.”

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13.Self-Guided GPS Audio E-Bike Tour Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 131 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by comfort e-bike on a mostly paved, downhill route. A GPS audio app explains Pele, volcanic geology, native plants, and park history as you ride. You’ll visit Thurston Lava Tube, Kīlauea Visitor Center, crater overlooks, and bike-only viewpoints at your own pace. Bring a charged smartphone and warm rain gear.

“We got to see things up and personal, it was AMAZING! The bikes are easy to operate and SUPER FUN to ride.”

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14.Kualoa Ranch: Novice E-Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $140

Spend about two hours riding six miles through Kualoa and Kaʻaʻawa valleys on a pedal-assist Yamaha e-bike. Your English-speaking guide leads four or five stops for views, history, and movie locations. The route suits confident bike riders who want a relaxed outing, not a technical mountain-bike challenge.

“The whole tour was a great experience. E-bikes were easy to use and so much fun! Tour guide Jessica was so nice, helpful, informative, and an overall great individual. She made the tour so fun and enjoyable.”

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15.Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Start near Waikiki with an English-speaking guide such as Ryan or Dave, ride an e-bike through beach parks and local streets, then hike Diamond Head State Monument. Expect a small group, helmet, included admission, coastal views, history, photo stops, and a moderately strenuous climb.

“Ryan was a great guide! Very attentive on bike ride and hike. We enjoyed all of the photo ops around Waikiki Beach. The hike at Diamond Head State Park had beautiful views at the top so worth the hike. What a great afternoon! Thanks Ryan”

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