Our Story
The Natural Choice for Maui Adventures Since 1983
Tread Lightly. Explore Deeply.
Ken Schmitt founded Hike Maui in 1983 after spending three years in the East Maui rain forest studying the island’s flora and fauna and the region’s geology. He came up with the idea of launching his own hiking company while working on a catamaran and constantly hearing visitors say that they wished to see the “real Maui” but didn’t know how to do so.
Hike Maui became the solution to that problem and was the very first land-tour company in the state of Hawaii. Renowned for his encyclopedic knowledge of Hawaiian history, culture, botany and ethnobiology, Ken enriched the vacations of numerous guests, and the company thrived.
Though Ken retired in 2012, Hike Maui’s current owners continue his legacy of providing guests with an enlightening adventure that takes them beyond the crowds and into the heart of the island. We regularly hear from our guests that their time with Hike Maui was the best day of their entire vacation. Come join us for your next big adventure!



We’ll Always Guide You in the Right Direction
Hike Maui’s highly-trained guides deliver plenty of fun and adventure, along with sharing their own encyclopedic knowledge of local flora and fauna and the island’s history.
We take the stress out of planning an adventure so you can fully enjoy your Hike Maui experience. While having a fun day in the rainforest, jumping into waterfall pools, driving the Hana Highway, or exploring Haleakala Crater, our guides are very conscious of all safety-related needs. Our staff will provide you with a safe and enjoyable day and are equipped to handle any situation that may arise. Guide certifications include advanced CPR and First Aid training and a permit for hiking in the national park.