A Waterfalls + Circle Island Tour experience by Wasabi Tours. Back to all Big Island tours.
Tour Summary: See Waipi‘o Valley, the lush and tropical Hamakua Coast, and multiple stunning waterfalls on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii on this day full of fun and exciting adventure.
Large photoA short hike to the towering 'Akaka falls through lush tropical forests. Image credit: Wasabi Tours
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A short stop at the Waipi'o Valle overlook before you head down into the valley. Image credit: Wasabi Tours
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There are people living in Waipi'o Valley. You can see the road and some houses and agricultural activity on the valley floor.
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This tour includes a short hike to the private Kawainui Stream Falls. Image credit: Wasabi Tours
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You'll get the chance to swim at the waterfalls (weather permitting) so don't forget to bring swimming gear! Image credit: Wasabi Tours
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In Hilo, the guide will take you on a tour of a tropical fruit farm as you sample seasonal fruit and fresh macadamia nuts at a private lookout overlooking world-famous Rainbow Falls. Image credit: Wasabi Tours
Tour Highlights:
- Visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout to capture lush and tall cliffs that drop into the sparkling ocean
- Walk through a rainforest and discover the towering ‘Akaka Falls that plummets into a stream-eroded gorge
- Explore Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden, a spectacular nature preserve with cascading waterfalls
- Swim under the 120-foot tall Kulaniapia private waterfall surrounded by diverse flora
- Visit the famous 80-foot Rainbow Falls in Hilo with giant banyan trees beside it
- Traverse the scenic Saddle Road and marvel at the tallest and most massive mountains in the world
- This small-group tour limited to 13 people which ensures a more personalized experience
Important: Bring a swimsuit and towel for the waterfall swim and wear comfortable summer clothing. Covered walking shoes are recommended.
Tour Information:
| Price: | Adult | Youth |
|---|---|---|
| (excluding taxes & fees) | $249 | $239 |
Tour Provider: Wasabi Tours
Activity: Waterfalls + Circle Island Tour
Tour start time: Between 7 am to 8 am depending on pickup location
Duration: 10 to 11 hours
Departure from: Kailua Kona
Pick-up available? Yes! Pick up from all resorts and hotels in Keahou, Kona, Waikoloa, and Kohala area between 7 am to 8 am
Included: local style picnic lunch consisting of teriyaki chicken, fish, vegetables, and steamed rice with assorted juices, snacks, and bottled water. In addition, all park entrance fees, mosquito repellent, and rain gear.
Cancellations: Minimum 24 hours notice for groups of 1-5, 48 hours notice for groups of 6 or more, and 72 hour notice for private groups to receive a full refund.
Read more: about waterfalls in our Big Island waterfalls guide.
Visit the majestic Waipi‘o Valley Lookout, explore the lush and tropical Hamakua Coast and the Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden, and get to see 3 stunning waterfalls on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii on this full day of fun and exciting adventure. Discover the island’s diverse natural beauty, lush rain forests, and rugged sea cliffs as your guide shares history and legends.
Tour Highlights:
- Visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout to capture lush and tall cliffs that drop into the sparkling ocean
- Walk through a rainforest and discover the towering ʻAkaka Falls that plummets into a stream-eroded gorge
- Explore Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden, a spectacular nature preserve with cascading waterfalls
- Swim under the 120-foot tall Kulaniapia private waterfall surrounded by diverse flora
- Visit the famous 80-foot Rainbow Falls in Hilo with giant banyan trees beside it
- Traverse the scenic Saddle Road and marvel at the tallest and most massive mountains in the world
Tour itinerary
The morning begins with a visit to the majestic Waipiʻo Valley Lookout after passing through the famous Parker Ranch. Marvel at the stunning views of the rugged sea cliffs drop into the sparkling blue ocean and mile-long black sand beach.
A drive along the scenic Hamakua Coast will greet you with a burst of energy as the splendid waterfalls await – capture the famous ʻAkaka Falls while you hear the unrivaled power of water coursing down hundreds of feet. Continue to a garden nestled in the scenic Onomea Bay – Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden. Throughout this garden valley, nature trails meander through a true tropical rainforest, crossing bubbling streams, passing several beautiful waterfalls, and the exciting ocean vistas along the rugged Pacific Coast. This highly acclaimed garden allows you to take up-close shots of rare and exotic flora- over 2000 species of exotic tropical plants and orchids in a tranquil setting.
In the afternoon, you will escape the crowd and get to swim under the 120-foot-tall Kulaniapia private waterfall, Hawaii’s largest privately accessible waterfall, to cool down and relax when weather conditions permit. The next stop is a waterfall that’s small by comparison, but not by beauty: Rainbow Falls, a beautiful 80-foot waterfall with a giant banyan tree beside it. The adventure ends with the return to Kona or Kohala Coast via a spectacular drive on Saddle Road, a highway nestled between the world’s tallest sea mountain Mauna Kea, and the world’s most massive mountain Mauna Loa.
A short hike to the towering ‘Akaka falls through lush tropical forests. Image credit: Wasabi Tours
Frequently asked questions about the Big Island Waterfalls Adventure:
This tour includes moderate hiking over short distances. Ages 5 and older are required.
Yes! Weather permitting you can swim at a private Kulaniapia waterfalls.
There are some short and easy hikes of no more than 0.5 miles throughout the tour.
This tour will only visit the Waipio Valley Lookout. It doesn’t take guests down into the valley.
Video showing tour highlights:
The following video shows selected tour highlights (Waipi‘o Valley, the ‘Akaka Falls state park, and the Rainbow falls).
Wasabi Tours is a locally owned and operated company specialize in guided small group tours on the Big Island. Their multilingual guides (speaking English, Chinese, and Spanish) are all park ranger trained with years of experience guiding fully narrated tours on the island. They have a wealth of knowledge about the history, cultures, geography, wildlife and botany of Hawaii.
Wasabi Tours Hawaii proudly supports the sustainable tourism tenets of the Sustainable Tourism of Hawaii Association. In accordance with these values they maintain an ongoing commitment in the areas of environmental preservation, interpretive training for staff, and guest relationship management.
They have been in business since 2006 and strive to create tours that allow guests not only discover highlights of the island, but also to explore off the beaten paths. They receive consistent stellar reviews both for the content of their tours and for their tour guides, and we are confident you will be in capable hands with them.
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