When you step onto the lush, scenic trails of Maui, you’re not only embarking on a journey through one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, but you’re also supporting local conservation efforts and contributing to the island’s sustainable future. At Hike Maui, we believe in protecting and preserving the beauty that surrounds us, ensuring that generations to come will experience the island as it is today—or even better. Here’s how your adventure with Hike Maui makes a difference.
1% for the Planet: Our Commitment to Environmental Impact
As members of 1% for the Planet, Hike Maui donates 1% of our annual revenue to environmental causes, helping fund local organizations focused on restoring native ecosystems and addressing the impacts of climate change. Our commitment through this partnership underscores the importance of giving back to the lands that give us so much in return. Each booking helps us fulfill this promise, creating a ripple effect that extends beyond the trailhead.
Protecting Maui’s Native Flora and Fauna
Maui is home to some of the rarest plant and animal species on Earth, many of which are found only on these islands. Unfortunately, invasive species, habitat loss, and climate change threaten this biodiversity. By hiking with Hike Maui, you support conservation projects dedicated to protecting these unique ecosystems. Whether it’s replanting native species, preventing invasive species from spreading, or educating visitors on how to tread lightly, we’re actively working to preserve Maui’s natural beauty.
Supporting Local Conservation Efforts
Hike Maui is proud to collaborate with several local conservation organizations and initiatives, from reforestation projects to coastal cleanups and watershed preservation. For example, part of our contributions go toward managing Maui’s delicate watersheds, which provide drinking water for residents and play a critical role in maintaining the island’s unique ecosystems. Each step you take on our trails is a step toward sustaining these essential resources.
Educating and Inspiring Sustainable Practices
Our guides are passionate not only about Maui’s landscapes but also about sharing knowledge on how to be responsible stewards of the land. Through interpretive hikes, we help visitors understand the delicate balance of the island’s ecosystems, the historical and cultural importance of certain plants and sites, and the environmental impact of human actions. By educating hikers on Leave No Trace principles and other eco-friendly practices, we empower them to take these lessons beyond Maui and apply them in their own communities.
How You Can Help on Your Hike
Joining a Hike Maui tour is just the beginning of your impact. Here are a few ways you can support our conservation efforts while you’re with us:
- Stay on designated trails: Wandering off-trail can harm native plants and wildlife habitats. By staying on marked paths, you help protect these fragile ecosystems.
- Carry out what you bring in: We encourage hikers to take everything they brought with them back out, including any trash. This small action makes a big difference in keeping our trails pristine.
- Respect local wildlife: Maui’s animals are precious and often vulnerable. Observing from a distance and refraining from feeding wildlife helps keep ecosystems in balance.
Experience the Beauty While Preserving It
When you hike with Hike Maui, you’re helping support a model of tourism that doesn’t just take from the land but actively gives back. We are honored to be part of a community that values sustainable tourism and conservation, and we hope your journey with us leaves you with memories and a deeper appreciation for the land. Thank you for joining us in preserving the beauty of Maui, one step at a time.
To learn more about our conservation efforts and book a hike that makes a difference, visit Hike Maui. Let’s protect this paradise together, for the future and for the planet.
