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Big Island Waterfalls Tour

TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10

AverageTop 40% in Big Island of Hawaii

6 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Big Island waterfalls and the Hamakua coast on a private guided tour with a Hilo meal and edited photos.

About this tour

Follow the Big Island’s lush east coast on a private waterfall adventure, where rainforest trails, dramatic cascades, and the rugged Hamakua coastline set the scene. With a naturalist guide and a group of up to seven, this Big Island Waterfalls Tour offers a personal way to explore at a pace shaped around your needs.

Take in scenic waterfalls and get close to Hawaii’s largest private accessible waterfall. If you’re ready for an extra challenge, waterfall rappelling may also be an option. Along the way, enjoy private transportation, trail snacks, outdoor gear, and a locally sourced meal at a Hilo restaurant. Non-alcoholic drinks are provided, and you’ll receive 20–25 professionally edited photos after the tour.

Walking includes some steps and may involve uneven, rocky, wet, or muddy ground. Let the team know when booking if you have specific needs or would like to discuss custom options. Choose this Big Island Waterfalls Tour for a flexible day among the island’s rainforest and falls.

Highlights

  • Explore rainforest scenery along the Big Island’s east coast
  • Admire waterfalls and the rugged Hamakua coastline
  • Get close to Hawaii’s largest private accessible waterfall
  • Try waterfall rappelling if you’re up for the challenge
  • Enjoy a locally sourced meal in Hilo
  • Receive 20–25 edited photos from your tour

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Trail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, and chocolate
  • Patagonia rain jacket and Nano Puff, Nikon ProStaff binoculars, and Black Diamond hiking poles
  • Entrance fees to state parks, waterfalls, and local attractions
  • 20–25 professional edited photos shared via Adobe Cloud
  • Locally sourced meal at a restaurant in Hilo
  • Non-alcoholic beverages: water, juice, soda, hot tea, coffee, and hot chocolate

Not included

  • Alcoholic beverages

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
  • Guests should be able to walk 0.5–1.5 miles with some steps, unless tour modifications are arranged
  • Uneven or rocky terrain and cool, wet, or muddy conditions may be encountered
  • Strollers are accommodated; provide a car seat if needed
  • Collapsible wheelchairs are accommodated, but guests must be able to enter the vehicle independently; some locations are not accessible
  • Tours can be adapted for different ages and abilities; share specific needs when booking

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum group size?

Private groups are limited to 7 guests.

Is the tour suitable for all fitness levels?

The tour is described as suitable for all fitness levels, but guests should be able to walk 0.5–1.5 miles with some steps and manage uneven or rocky terrain.

Can the tour accommodate wheelchairs and strollers?

Strollers can be accommodated. Collapsible wheelchairs are accommodated, but guests must be able to enter the vehicle independently, and some locations are not accessible.

Can the tour be adapted for specific needs?

Tours can be adapted for different ages and abilities. Share specific needs when booking.

Are there any health restrictions?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 5.00 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.4. Top 40% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 40% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

Provider rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii

How many tours in Big Island of Hawaii have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.

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