HORNY for hawai’i
Meet: March 8th, early mornin’
Return: March 14th, sometime in the afternoon
Member: ($607) Non member: ($759)
***EXCLUDING AIRFARE***
Activity: CHILLIN IN HAWAI’I, beach, snorkeling, backpacking, hiking, camping
Difficulty: (7/10) Hard Distance (miles): ~25 miles Elevation (ft): ~3000 ft.
Recommended Prior Experience: backpacking experience heavily recommended
Location of Trip: MAUI, Hawaii
Native Land: Nā moku ʻehā
Pre-Trip Meeting(s): TBD
HELLOOOOOOOOO HAWAI’I SENDERS!!!!!! Are you interested in going on the best spring break trip of your whole damn life? If so, look no further than this here trip page because…….WE’RE GOING TO MAUI!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! Get stoked, get hyped, and get wet with us ‘cuz we’re HORNY FOR HAWAI’I, and we know you are too. We have a ton of fun activities planned, ranging from snorkeling in pristine waters to backpacking in Haleakala, where you’ll see the best sunrises you’ve ever seen. For a more detailed outline of our itinerary and trip logistics, please read below!
Please also note that this trip requires an application (its link is at the bottom of the page), so please be sure to read this page in its entirety before continuing to that. The application is open starting now, and will close this Sunday, 2/11 at 11:59pm. Sending payment for the trip will not become available until after you are selected.
ITINERARY:
Embark on a seven-day journey to the enchanting island of Maui with guides Hayden & Isaac! Our journey unfolds from Friday, 3/8 to Thursday, 3/14, promising a host of unforgettable experiences. Our adventure commences on Day 1 as we set up camp at the serene Camp Olowalu. Nestled beside the ocean, the camp offers us a tranquil haven, providing the perfect backdrop for exploration in the Olowalu area and a chill afternoon on beautiful beaches.
On Day 2, we’ll start with some snorkeling in the Olowalu area, where we can hopefully dive among some gorgeous reefs and see some incredible wildlife! Later, we will do a short but gorgeous hike along the Iao Needle Trail that introduces us to Maui's lush greenery, foreshadowing the natural wonders that lie ahead.
Day 3 marks the start of our 3 day backpacking trip through Haleakala National Park. Commencing on the Sliding Sands Trail, each step reveals the raw beauty of volcanic landscapes, leading us to the serene Paliku campground, where we set up camp beneath the gorgeous sky and stargaze.
Continuing on Day 4, our expedition unfolds towards the volcanic craters and Holua Campgrounds, where rugged charm blends seamlessly with some crazy sick scenery of the surrounding craters and mountains. As Day 5 dawns, we bid farewell to our backpacking adventure, driving towards the picturesque area of Hana on Maui's east coast.
On day 6 we’ll go on a lil’ 4-ish mile hike to Waimoku Falls in Hana, where we get to walk through some lush jungle and a bamboo forest! And for the rest of the day, we’re gonna leave the activities up to a group decision! Not all of your vacation can be dictated by us 🙄 (well…it can, but we would like for you guys to have some decision in it too).
On Day 7…we fly back to USC :(
BUT it will have been the best week of your life, with some awesome activities, memories, and people (and hopefully guides).
LOGISTICS (some very important info):
In addition to telling all of you about the jaw-dropping activities we’ll be doing, there is some logistical info we’d like to share so that all of you are aware of how this trip is gonna run!
Firstly, some concrete dates:
- We will be flying out of LA on Friday, March 8th (hopefully sometime in the morning). Our first day in Maui will consist of getting a rental van, picking up food/supplies for the trip, and then getting into our activities on the itinerary!
- We will be flying back to LA on Thursday, March 14th (time is still TBD).
Secondly:
- There will be multiple mandatory pre-trip meetings! The first one will simply be going over some more logistics and booking plane tickets, and any future meetings will concern more preparation for the trip.
Thirdly:
- If you didn’t see this detail outlined above - PLANE TICKETS ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE TRIP COST. The trip cost covers everything but the plane tickets - rental car, camping permits/reservations, food, as well as all of the activities we’ll be doing!
Fourthly:
- A portion of the trip price includes a donation to the Maui Mutual Aid Fund. In the wake of the wildfires that occurred last summer, we want to give as much respect to the local communities as we can, and we figured an included donation would be our best way of doing so. Additionally, we will be avoiding the affected areas (such as Lahaina and much of the west coast of the island) in order to respect the locals and their rebuilding efforts. So, with this in mind, please note that a portion of the trip cost you pay will be given to this charity in order to support those who were affected by the fires.
Information on the selected charity can be found here: Maui Mutual Aid Fund
Finally:
- Everything about this trip is subject to change. As much as we want our itinerary to stay the way it is, there is always a possibility that changes in flights, weather, or other issues could throw a wrench into what we have planned. We will make this the best trip possible regardless of the situation, but please acknowledge that what is currently on this trip page may not reflect what happens during the actual trip.
Aaaaand that’s all for now! If you have any questions, please feel free to email either of us!
Contact the Guides:
Hayden Naffziger (naffzige@usc.edu)
Isaac Tula (tula@usc.edu)
What to Bring:
*REMINDER (overnights only) : if you do not have a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpacking pack, or other technical gear (non-clothing), do not panic, SC Outfitters has these items for you! Your guides will send out a gear-request form the week of your trip where you’ll let them know what gear you need!
Large-capacity (70+ liters) backpack (we can help supply you with one if you don’t have one)
Sleeping pad
Warm sleeping bag (we can help supply you with one if you don’t have one)
Waterproof boots
Bowl with a closing lid and utensil
Headlamp / flashlight
Clothing (recommendations below)*
Synthetic shirt for hiking in
Fleece top
Pants/shorts to hike in
Three pairs of socks (one to hike in, one to stay always dry in sleeping bag)
Swimsuit & towel
Sun protection
Hat/visor
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Rain protection
Rain jacket
Rain pants (optional, but not a bad idea)
Trekking poles if you have bad knees
Personal toiletries
Camera
Capacity for 4 (IMPORTANT) liters of water (4 Nalgenes, 2 Nalgenes and a 2 liter bottle, etc.)
Price of the trip includes (and we will provide):
Car rentals
Donation to Maui Mutual Aid Fund
Activity rentals
Ubers to LAX and back
Snacks
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided when a trip occurs during meal-times
Any technical gear required (ie. kayaks, snowshoes, snorkels, backpacking packs, sleeping bags, fishing rods, etc.)
All group / shared gear (tents, stoves, bear cans, first aid kit, etc.)
Any permits or campsite reservations needed
Amazing guides who love the outdoors and do this for free!
Please Review Our Cancellation and Refund Policy:
All SC Outfitters trips have a no-refund policy unless a substitute participant can be found. In the event your trip requires added reporting measures of participants (plane tickets, external providers, rental services, etc.) dropping the trip close to the date of the trip will not allow for the spot to be re-filled. See the details on trip pages for specific deadlines and reference our complete cancellation/refund policy here.
TRIP DIFFICULTY RATING SYSTEM
Difficulty rating for trips
1: No physical activity.
2: Leisurely walk.
3: 2-5 miles less than 1000 ft of total elevation gain on well maintained trails. About 2-3 hours continuous activity
4: 4-6 miles, about 1000 ft of elevation gain, well maintained trails. About 3 hours of continuous activity.
5: 6-8 miles, about 1500ft of elevation gain on maintained trials. 4-5 hours continuous activity
6: 8-10 miles, about 2000 ft of elevation gain, well maintained trails. 4-6 hours of continuous activity.
7: 10-14 miles, over 2500 ft of elevation gain, variable trail conditions possible. Full day of continuous activity.
8: At high altitude. 12-16 total miles, over 3000 ft of elevation gain, variable trail conditions possible. Full day of continuous activity.
9: Technical skills may be necessary. At high altitude with physical elevation gain. Scrambling over rocks likely involved.
10: u gunna die
**If you have any questions or concerns about the physical activity, recommended prior experience, or gear needed on any kind of trip please contact the guides as soon as possible!!