Join Maui Photography Tours on The King’s Highway, a three-hour private photography journey that captures the heart of ancient Hawaiian culture and stunning Maui landscapes. Perfect for all skill levels, this tour blends history with incredible photo opportunities.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness to comfortably handle walking on uneven terrain for a few hours.
Wildlife
History
The King's Highway was a critical 16th-century coastal route used by ancient Hawaiians, connecting communities and sacred sites across Maui.
Conservation
Efforts focus on protecting the fragile coastal ecosystems and cultural sites along the trail, encouraging visitors to stay on paths and minimize disturbances.
Maui Photography Tours
Join Maui Photography Tours on The King’s Highway, a three-hour private photography journey that captures the heart of ancient Hawaiian culture and stunning Maui landscapes. Perfect for all skill levels, this tour blends history with incredible photo opportunities.
Maui Photography Tours is a Makawao, Hawaii–based photography tour company led by award-winning photographer Daniel Sullivan. The company offers a focused range of guided photography experiences across Maui, designed for photographers at all skill levels who want to capture the island’s unique wildlife, landscapes, coastlines, and night skies.
Each tour combines hands-on instruction with access to carefully chosen locations. Popular offerings include birding sessions that concentrate on Maui’s endemic species, full-day scenic photo tours that travel the North Shore and Road to Hana, and short-format landscape or sunset excursions in Upcountry areas. Night-sky workshops teach Milky Way and astrophotography techniques at coastal and mountain vantage points.
Several tours include provided snacks and drinks; some allow or recommend packing a lunch for all-day trips. Photo Flights present a distinctive option: doorless helicopter flights over Maui, Molokai, and Lanai for aerial photography, including views of the famed Jaws surf break during big wave season.
Tours vary in duration from approximately three to four hours for many photo expeditions to full-day outings for sunrise-to-sunset itineraries. Participants are encouraged to bring camera bodies, lenses, and any preferred accessories. The company emphasizes practical guidance, scenic routes, and opportunities to shoot both iconic and lesser-known Maui locations, all delivered in a professional, third-party setting based in Makawao.
Location
Makawao, Hawaii
Based on Maui’s Upcountry region
Tours Offered
8 unique tours
Range from 3-hour to full-day
Lead Photographer
Daniel Sullivan
Award-winning photographer leads tours
Typical Duration
3–4 hours
Multiple shorter and full-day options
Reserve a tour with an award-winning photographer — limited small-group spots fill quickly.
Bring a variety of lenses
A wide-angle lens captures expansive landscapes while a zoom lens helps focus on intricate cultural relics.
Wear sturdy walking shoes
The trail includes uneven paths and rocky stretches, so comfortable, supportive footwear is essential.
Prepare for changing weather
Maui's weather can shift quickly; bring layers and a waterproof jacket just in case.
Respect cultural sites
Stay on marked paths and avoid disturbing ancient relics to preserve the historical integrity.
Camera with multiple lenses
Allows you to capture a variety of shots, from wide landscapes to close-up cultural details.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides support and safety on rocky and uneven trail surfaces.
Sun protection
Includes sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to prevent sunburn during midday shoots.
summer
Light rain jacket
Useful for unexpected showers and to stay comfortable in shifting weather.
spring