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Big Island Waterfalls Adventure 6 hr 30 min
TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10
AverageTop 40% in Big Island of Hawaii
6 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Big Island of Hawaii
- 6 hrs 30 min
- Updated October 31, 2026
Explore Kohala’s private preserve on a guided Big Island waterfalls adventure, with scenic hikes, a mountain-stream swim, and a valley-view picnic.
About this tour
Follow streams, bridges, and waterfalls into the lush countryside of Kohala on a private Big Island Waterfalls Adventure. Along the Kona coastline, see landscapes shaped by lava flows from Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, and the Kohala Mountain, then enter a private nature preserve with an interpretive local guide.
Easy walks lead through striking scenery to mountain streams and cascading water, with time to cool off along the way. Pause at a private picnic area overlooking a remote valley and enjoy a deli-style lunch or gluten-free salad with chips, a locally baked cookie, and chilled drinks. Trekking poles, daypacks, towels, sunscreen, bug repellent, and rain gear are provided, while filtered water is available for refilling your bottle.
This 6-hour, 30-minute private outing pairs family-friendly countryside views with a closer look at Hawaii’s old sugar plantations and ancient legends. Bring sturdy closed-toed footwear and swimwear, and contact the provider to confirm your pickup time. Book your Big Island Waterfalls Adventure for a refreshing day among Kohala’s natural wonders.
Highlights
- Explore a private Kohala nature preserve with a local guide
- Follow streams and bridges to scenic waterfalls
- Take in remote valley views from a private picnic area
- Cool off in a mountain stream
- Travel through countryside shaped by old sugar plantations and ancient legends
What's included
Included
- Private Kohala Waterfalls Adventure for your family or small group
- Local taxes
- Filtered water for refilling reusable bottles
- Private reserve access
- Central meeting-location pickup and drop-off
- Deli-style sandwich or gluten-free salad with a choice of turkey, ham, pastrami, or veggie, plus chips, a locally baked cookie, chilled beverages, and water
- Guide
- Trekking poles, daypacks, towels, sunscreen, bug repellent, and rain gear
Not included
- Gratuities
Ratings on each provider
The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.
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5.00 / 5 · 6 reviews
Important information
- Closed-toed shoes or water shoes, swimwear under clothing, a reusable water bottle, and personal sun protection are recommended
- Hiking involves uneven or rocky terrain and may include cool, wet, or muddy conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or those who are pregnant
- Pregnant travelers must obtain a doctor's approval due to off-road driving risks
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- Children must ride in a safety seat appropriate for their age and height; infant seats are available
- Maximum of 10 people per van
- Cruise ship guests are not recommended due to tour timing
- Pickup time differs from the online tour start time; contact the provider to confirm the meeting time
- Meet at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for the driver to arrive
- Minimum passenger numbers apply; if the tour is canceled for insufficient numbers, an alternative or full refund will be offered
- Base price covers up to 6 guests; parties under 6 must book the 6-guest minimum
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Adventure?
The adventure lasts 390 minutes, or 6 hours and 30 minutes.
How many guests can join?
Each van accommodates up to 10 people. The base price covers up to 6 guests, and parties under 6 must book the 6-guest minimum.
What should I bring?
Bring closed-toed shoes or water shoes, swimwear, a reusable water bottle, and personal sun protection.
Is the hike suitable for everyone?
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or those who are pregnant.
Where and when do I meet the driver?
Meet at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute arrival window. Pickup time differs from the online start time, so contact the provider to confirm it.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 6 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
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.
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