Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure Tour
Hawaii Forest &Trail
4.9
Tracy_L
14 days ago
This was a great way to spend a day while on the Big Island! Although it was an early start, the van ride to the waterfall was fun and informative. Our guide, Aaron was excellent - not only did he encourage everyone to get to know each other, but he was a fount of information on everything Hawaiian: flora, fauna, folk lore, history, geography - everything! The company provides day packs for those who want one, rain jackets, snacks, drinks & lunch. The hike was on the easy side, probably less than 2 miles, relatively flat and broken up with stops for information about what we were hiking through. The waterfall was lovely for a fairly short stop - another group was waiting for us to get out and move on. Be forewarned - the water is brisk to say the least. Would highly recommend this activity for anyone who is mobile.
Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on this small group Kohala Waterfalls adventure tour. Drive along the Kona coastline and explore the areas where lava flows from Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea and the Kohala Mountain. You'll also learn about Hawaii's countryside - a place of old sugar plantations, ancient legends and extraordinary natural beauty. Explore a private nature preserve as your interpretive guide brings you to explore streams, waterfalls and bridges. Soak in the amazing view from a private picnic area overlooking a remote valley. Easy walks, gorgeous countryside views and a chance to cool off in a mountain stream make the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure the ideal family adventure in Hawaii!
Departure Point
- Please meet us at the historic Kohala Sugar Company Headquarters. You can find this bright yellow building on the mauka (uphill) side of the intersection of Hawi Road and Akoni Pule Highway.
- Please meet us in front of the Foodland Store and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please park & meet us on the back side (south side) of this popular shopping center. We will pick you up by the long yellow curb with the two yellow umbrellas.
- Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters.
- Please meet us at the historic Kohala Sugar Company Headquarters. You can find this bright yellow building on the mauka (uphill) side of the intersection of Hawi Road and Akoni Pule Highway.
- Please meet us in front of the Foodland Store and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please park & meet us on the back side (south side) of this popular shopping center. We will pick you up by the long yellow curb with the two yellow umbrellas.
- Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hawaii Forest & TrailKailua-Kona, HawaiiTravelers staying in the Kailua-Kona area meet here to check-in prior to the tour departure. Restrooms are available. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Kohala Zipline55-515 Hawi Road, Hawi, HI 96719Enjoy views of the Big Island's amazing coastline and a few of its volcanoes on the way to your North Kohala AdventureDuration: 45 minutesStop At: Kohala Waterfalls AdventureEnjoy a brief convenience stop here at our Kohala Zipline retail store. There are restrooms available for guests as well.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Kohala CoastEnjoy our one of a kind experience of seeing several different water falls while hiking through private nature reserves and a restored, ancient, Hawaiian agricultural site Cool off with a swim under one of the cascading waterfalls Lunch is provided with a heavenly view of Mokulanikila Duration: 4 hoursAdditional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We require that guests wear closed-toe walking shoes, boots, sneakers, reef walkers or sport sandals. We recommend wearing bathing suits under clothes, short sleeved shirt, and bring a light sweatshirt or jacket and a towel
- Infants under 3 must be carried in a backpack carrier
- Children under 4 must ride in a car seat
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- A maximum number of 10 people per van
- **We are unable to accommodate cruise ship guests on this adventure, due to timing restrictions**
- PLEASE NOTE: Your pick-up time will be different than the tour start time displayed online. Please contact us to verify the meeting time.
- Walking sticks, daypacks and rain gear
- Central Meeting Locations for Pick-up & Drop off
- Local taxes
- Guide
Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on this small group Kohala Waterfalls adventure tour. Drive along the Kona coastline and explore the areas where lava flows from Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea and the Kohala Mountain. You'll also learn about Hawaii's countryside - a place of old sugar plantations, ancient legends and extraordinary natural beauty. Explore a private nature preserve as your interpretive guide brings you to explore streams, waterfalls and bridges. Soak in the amazing view from a private picnic area overlooking a remote valley. Easy walks, gorgeous countryside views and a chance to cool off in a mountain stream make the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure the ideal family adventure in Hawaii!
Departure Point
- Please meet us at the historic Kohala Sugar Company Headquarters. You can find this bright yellow building on the mauka (uphill) side of the intersection of Hawi Road and Akoni Pule Highway.
- Please meet us in front of the Foodland Store and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please park & meet us on the back side (south side) of this popular shopping center. We will pick you up by the long yellow curb with the two yellow umbrellas.
- Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters.
- Please meet us at the historic Kohala Sugar Company Headquarters. You can find this bright yellow building on the mauka (uphill) side of the intersection of Hawi Road and Akoni Pule Highway.
- Please meet us in front of the Foodland Store and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please park & meet us on the back side (south side) of this popular shopping center. We will pick you up by the long yellow curb with the two yellow umbrellas.
- Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
- Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hawaii Forest & TrailKailua-Kona, HawaiiTravelers staying in the Kailua-Kona area meet here to check-in prior to the tour departure. Restrooms are available. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Kohala Zipline55-515 Hawi Road, Hawi, HI 96719Enjoy views of the Big Island's amazing coastline and a few of its volcanoes on the way to your North Kohala AdventureDuration: 45 minutesStop At: Kohala Waterfalls AdventureEnjoy a brief convenience stop here at our Kohala Zipline retail store. There are restrooms available for guests as well.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Kohala CoastEnjoy our one of a kind experience of seeing several different water falls while hiking through private nature reserves and a restored, ancient, Hawaiian agricultural site Cool off with a swim under one of the cascading waterfalls Lunch is provided with a heavenly view of Mokulanikila Duration: 4 hoursAdditional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We require that guests wear closed-toe walking shoes, boots, sneakers, reef walkers or sport sandals. We recommend wearing bathing suits under clothes, short sleeved shirt, and bring a light sweatshirt or jacket and a towel
- Infants under 3 must be carried in a backpack carrier
- Children under 4 must ride in a car seat
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- A maximum number of 10 people per van
- **We are unable to accommodate cruise ship guests on this adventure, due to timing restrictions**
- PLEASE NOTE: Your pick-up time will be different than the tour start time displayed online. Please contact us to verify the meeting time.
- Walking sticks, daypacks and rain gear
- Central Meeting Locations for Pick-up & Drop off
- Local taxes
- Guide
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Tracy_L
This was a great way to spend a day while on the Big Island! Although it was an early start, the van ride to the waterfall was fun and informative. Our guide, Aaron was excellent - not only did he encourage everyone to get to know each other, but he was a fount of information on everything Hawaiian: flora, fauna, folk lore, history, geography - everything! The company provides day packs for those who want one, rain jackets, snacks, drinks & lunch. The hike was on the easy side, probably less than 2 miles, relatively flat and broken up with stops for information about what we were hiking through. The waterfall was lovely for a fairly short stop - another group was waiting for us to get out and move on. Be forewarned - the water is brisk to say the least. Would highly recommend this activity for anyone who is mobile.
diannelT4423ES
This was our first trip to Hawaii. My sister and I did the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure and had a great time! Our guide Debra was so nice, funny and knowledgeable. The hike was beautiful, and the waterfall was like nature’s own cold plunge (not really THAT cold but refreshing after the hike). It was wonderful to see the lush landscape in that part of the island. So different from the black and red lava rocks everywhere. Lunch with a view of beautiful cliffs and water was breathtaking. Got to taste some delicious passionfruit, too!
Definitely recommend water shoes for the waterfall, and walking sticks for the hike.
When we got home to CA we watched Chief of War on AppleTV and really enjoyed it. It all made so much more sense having seen those areas of the island and having gotten some history from Debra.
Thanks for a great outing!!!
Travlers_With_Kids
The walk was short and fairly easy with some areas that were a bit steep but short. The falls were shorter but still beautiful. Uncrowded swim holes at the bottom of the falls were refreshing. But above all, Dane was just amazing. The wealth of history that he shared, calm (mālie), and super friendly. Small group was also great. It was an amazing experience
Michael_P
Tour was amazing, and I would do again. Not only is it as described, the guide provided geographical waypoints and historical stories, which were amazing. TY!
acueva98
Absolutely incredible experience and our tour guide, Taro, was very knowledgeable of the history of Hawai’i, which made the tour that much better!