Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

Hawaii Forest and Trail

Ride off-road to a private streamside trail, walk past charming foot bridges, taro terraces and cascading waterfalls, and enjoy a swim beneath a waterfall. The tour also includes a picnic lunch at a secluded overlook with breathtaking valley and sea cliff views.

🌿 Hawaii Forest and Trail – Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

Travel through the lush Kohala region on a scenic Big Island adventure filled with waterfalls, history and breathtaking valley views. The tour begins with a drive through charming plantation towns such as Hawi and Kapa'au, home to the iconic King Kamehameha Statue, before heading off-road to a private streamside trail.

Enjoy a relaxed one-mile walk with charming foot bridges, historic taro terraces, cascading waterfalls and refreshing pools where you can swim beneath a waterfall. After the trail, relax with a picnic lunch at a secluded overlook with sweeping views of Kohala's famous valleys and sea cliffs. This tour is a fun choice for all ages and a beautiful way to experience one of the Big Island's most scenic regions.

✨ Tour Highlights

  • Ramble off-road in a 4-wheel-drive vehicle
  • 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 soaring sea cliff views

🎁 Tour Inclusions

  • Picnic lunch (choice of turkey, ham, pastrami, veggie or PB&J sandwich, or gluten free salads)
  • Walking sticks, day pack and rain gear

Special instructions

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Where & When
Tour times:
Tour 1: 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
Tour 2: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Tour duration is about 7 hours roundtrip from Hawaii Forest & Trail Headquarters in Kailua-Kona and 6 hours roundtrip from Waikoloa. The exact departure time and location depends on where you are staying and will be emailed with your confirmation.

Tour departs from the following locations:

Hawaii Forest & Trail Headquarters, 73-5593A Olowalu St., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 View Map
Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters. This is a departure point for many Hawaii Forest & Trail Tours. This location also has a 900 sq. ft. retail store that includes outdoor gear and apparel, books, maps and gift items.

Queen's Marketplace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI 96738 (near Charlie's Thai Cuisine) View Map
The backside of this popular shopping area serves as a pickup location for many Hawaii Forest & Trail tours. Look for Charlie's Thai Cuisine, and HF&T will be at the curb!
Requirements
Please bring your own water bottle for use on tour. Water bottles are available for purchase at Hawaii Forest and Trail and a jug will be available for refills.
Restrictions
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. We sometimes encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions.
All children 3 years and under MUST be carried in a child carrier.
Special Notes
There is about 1.5 miles in hiking total over 1-2 hours.
Operation Days
Monday - Saturday
Duration
6-7 hours
Capacity
Maximum 12 participants
Equipment
Provided: Walking sticks, warm wear, day packs and rain ponchos
Vendor Info

This activity is operated by Hawaii Forest and Trail

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