Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on a shared group or private tour. Enjoy easy walks, gorgeous countryside & ocean views, and a chance to cool off in a mountain stream.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
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Duration 7 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Please confirm the pickup time and location with the local partner.
Small group: Limited to 12 participants

Highlights

Ramble off-road in a 4WD Mercedes Sprinter van
Take a relaxed, guided walk through a private nature reserve
Cool off with a swim under one of seven cascading waterfalls
Enjoy a private picnic lunch with views of soaring seacliffs and remote valleys, at one of the island’s best scenic lookouts
Walk through a restored ancient Hawaiian agricultural site

Full description

Immerse yourself in Kohala’s stunning beauty and rich history. Begin your journey by traveling along the Kohala coastline enjoying the ocean views. After arriving in the historic and quaint town Hawi enjoy a fun off-road adventure that will take you onto a private nature reserve that once served as a sugarcane plantation. Once at the trailhead enjoy your relaxed trail walk, experience dramatic views of Pololu Valley, charming foot bridges, historic taro terraces and intimate waterfalls. Take a refreshing dip after your hike under one of the private waterfalls and bask in the cool, cascading mountain water. Then ramble down to an exclusive cliffside overlook of the Pololu Valley and valleys beyond to enjoy a picnic style lunch. With an opportunity to swim at a waterfall and stroll the quaint plantation village of Hawi, this is the perfect tour for all ages.

Includes

Interpretative Naturalist Guide
Filtered water
Walking sticks
Day packs and rain gear
Sunscreen & bug repellent
Deli-style lunch and drinks
Pickup from selected hotels in Kona and Kohala

Gratuities (optional)

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
People with back problems
People with mobility impairments

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must present a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the activity starts

Important information

What to bring

Sun hat
Swimwear
Biodegradable sunscreen
Jacket
Closed-toe shoes

Not allowed

Pets
Smoking
Luggage or large bags
Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

Must be able to walk over uneven terrain and short climbs
Children under 3 years old must be carried in a backpack carrier
A deli-style lunch is included
Day packs are available as part of this activity
Gratuities are optional and non included

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 13 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
4.7/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Safety
5/5

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The description of this trip is “full day”. We were back to the drop off point and done by noon at the latest. Granted it was raining but that’s typical for this part of the island. That being said, Marcus was a great guide and my son had fun hiking the trail.

April 20, 2022

The entire tour including road trip, hike, swim under waterfall and lunch at beautiful scenic site was wonderful. We enjoyed it tremendously! Our tour guide, Gary, made us very comfortable, was knowledgeable about Hawaii and it’s history and culture, and made the experience fun and unforgettable. We highly recommend this to everyone visiting the Big Island.

September 29, 2021

We had a wonderful walk through the forest to see several waterfalls, with the highlight being a refreshing swim at the base of one of the falls. It was a nice sunny day but the trail was a little slick at some points. I’d recommend wearing tennis or hiking shoes and bringing water shoes for the swim. It is very rocky getting in the water. After the swim we had a picnic lunch with a gorgeous view of the ocean and neighboring cliffs and valleys. Our guide was excellent and we met some great people in our group of hikers.

August 16, 2021

Big Island: Full Day Adventure through Kohala Waterfalls

Big Island: Full Day Adventure through Kohala Waterfalls

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