Start at sea level then begin the journey skyward! Traverse through rolling countryside, green pastureland and old lava fields. Arrive at Haleakala Crater – approximately 10,000 feet above the ocean! Peruse the Haleakala Visitor Center which showcases cultural & natural history exhibits, books and maps. Walk the Pa Ka’oao Trail (.4 mile round-trip) to observe ancient rock walls, shelters and an outstanding crater view. Drive to Pu’u’ula’ula where we explore the summit and examine the highly endangered, endemic Silversword. Gaze at the horizon, revealing the outer lying islands of Lana’i, Kaho’olawe and Hawai’i (Big Island).Take a stroll through a cloud forest featuring a hundred year old grove cedar, pine, spruce & eucalyptus (.5 mile). Watch for native birds and learn about our native species. Enjoy a light refreshment before returning to our starting point. If you choose the sunset option, then enjoy sweeping landscapes with a birdʻs eye view while Earthʻs closest star descends upon the horizon.