For an all-around Hawaiian adventure, join Hawaii Forest and Trail into the heart of the Kohala countryside. North Kohala is a land of old sugar plantations, Hawaiian legends, and untouched natural beauty. The excursion begins with a scenic drive through the Kohala countryside which leads to an off-roading adventure to the trailhead. Walking along the 1.5 mile loop trail, you’ll pass two streams with seven waterfalls and three bridges, plus ancient Hawaiian terraces and flumes along the famous Kohala Ditch. With easy walking, countryside views, and a chance to cool off swimming in a mountain stream with cascading falls overhead, this is an ideal family half day adventure. Trip is approximately 5 hours in length and includes transportation from the meeting point in Waikoloa, snacks, beverages, walking sticks and rain gear.

This tour starts at 7:30am and 12:45pm. We recommend the morning tour. Make your plans as soon as possible ... this tour is often sold out on days when cruise ships are in port in Kona, which may require you to plan your tours around available dates.

CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS

These waterfall tours are not available for cruise ship passengers. We recommend doing one of the following tours to see waterfalls in Hawaii. Either the Secret Falls Kayak Tour on Kauai, a Helicopter tour on Kauai, or the Road to Hana tour on Maui.

ACTIVITY TIPS

This tour is best described as a "walk" than "hike." The trails are not difficult, and are quite level (for the most part). The Kohala Country Waterfall tour is suitable for younger children, and includes a swim at one of the falls.

"Why do I need this tour? Can't I just go to these waterfalls on my own?" The answer is no. Access to the trailhead is from private property and the road that leads there is gated and locked. While it would be possible to do the hike from the main road, you'd have to trespass in order to access the trail, and it would triple the amount of time it would take you to get to the falls.

The meeting point for this tour is in Waikoloa. If you are staying in downtown Kailua-Kona this drive will likely take about 35-40 minutes. Transportation from the meeting point to the trailhead is included. If you are staying at a resort in Waikoloa they may pick you up directly at your resort. Your email confirmation will detail the exact time and place where you will meet the tour company. 

Big Island Waterfall Tour Reservations

Upon submitting your activity reservation for processing, one copy is sent to your e-mail address so that you have a record of your order. We will make reservations for you and send an e-mail confirming all of the details. These confirmations are often sent a few minutes after your reservation, but some activities take longer to confirm than others. You will receive an e-mail confirmation by the end of the next business day at the latest. There are no tickets that you need to pick up prior to your event. Your e-mail confirmation will have all the details you need to check in and enjoy your selected activity. This saves you precious time when you arrive in Hawaii. 

A credit card is required to guarantee payment for your reservations, but in most cases WE DO NOT charge your credit card when your order is placed. Your credit card is typically charged five days before you leave for Hawaii, and a voucher is faxed to the vendor. Some activities are charged at the time of check-in and your e-mail confirmation will inform you if this is the case. If you cancel your activity after your credit card has been charged you will receive a refund less 10% to cover our credit card processing costs.

We do have one vendor that requires payment at the time that your reservation is made. These activities are clearly marked on our website with the words, "Payment required at the time of reservation."

After making reservations, you may reschedule or cancel your activity up until 48 hours prior to its start (a few activities have 72 hour cancellation policies ... see your confirmation e-mail for details). Within 48 hours of the start of your activity all reservations are final and non-refundable (unless the event is cancelled by the vendor due to weather or other factors). Due to our incredible climate here, weather cancellations are rare.  No-shows and cancellations without adequate notice are charged in full on the credit card used to secure the reservation and are non-refundable.