Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

Experience the lush scenery on the northern end of the island, including sweeping views of rolling green hills, the vast Pacific Ocean, and majestic seacliffs. On this guided hike through tropical rainforest on a private nature reserve, you’ll come across multiple picturesque waterfalls. Your knowledgeable guide will enhance your adventure with interesting information about Hawaiian culture, history, and agriculture. You’ll see a traditional taro field and learn how this ancient crop is grown and harvested. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to pick and taste fresh guava off the trees and exotic plants such as kava and ginger flowers. The climax for many is a (optional) swim in a idyllic freshwater waterfall!

Lunch is served at a private spot overlooking famous Pololu Valley with its iconic cliffs and a black sand beach. 

NEW: A private version is now available! Pricing is $1,250, which includes up to 4 people and then $168 per additional guest. A private tour can be booked by selecting the second option (rather than Shared) in the booking form above. For larger groups (13+) or customizations, please contact us. 

COVID-19 UPDATE: In addition to offering a new private tour, the shared tour has been capped at 8 people max (often ends up being less). The tour is also taking multiple steps to enhance sanitation and safety practices to minimize COVID-19 risks for guests and staff. For more details, see FAQ below.

• Not seeing availability on the only day(s) you can do? Please contact us, and we may be able to open up another day, at least as a private tour.
• You can combine this tour with thrilling ziplining above the trees, also in North Kohala, with the Zip & Dip tour.

• The most reputable and longest running small group tour operator on the Big Island (almost 25 years)
• Hike is on private land that the tour has exclusive access to, so no other tour groups or buses are around
• Private lunch spot has unmatched views of famous Pololu Valley
• You’ll learn a ton from expert guides versus any hike you do alone
• This tour is focused on being in nature, not stuck on a tour bus. Many other waterfall tours just have brief stops for a quick photo.
• Closest waterfall tour from Waikoloa/Kona

Lonely Planet Guidebook:

Top-notch ecotour outfitter with knowledgeable guides

Moon Guidebook:

Wonderful company with an excellent environmental ethic—the tours are highly recommended

Frommer's Guidebook:

Well-trained guides narrate the entire trip, offering extensive ecological, geological, and cultural commentary (and more than a little humor). Tours are highly personalized to meet the group’s interests and abilities. My personal favorite is the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure.

Fodor's Guidebook:

This locally owned and operated outfit has built a reputation for outstanding nature tours and eco-adventures. Sustainability and cultural sensitivity is a company mission. They have access to thousands of acres of restricted or private lands and employ expert, certified guides who are entertaining and informative.

• Recognized at the local, state, and international levels as a leader in sustainable tourism
• Certified by the Hawai’i Ecotourism Association
• Donates to and partners with local environmental and community organizations
• Reusable silverware, containers, and water bottles to reduce waste

• Fully refundable until 24 hours prior to tour (72 hours for private tour)

• 4.712% Hawaii sales tax (GET)