Big Island: Private Ohana Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

5.0 (6 reviews) 6 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Join us for an unforgettable day in Kohala — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Swim under an exclusive waterfall! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on this Kohala Waterfalls adventure tour. Drive along the Kona coastline and explore the areas where lava flows from Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea and the Kohala Mountain. You'll also learn about Hawaii's countryside - a place of old sugar plantations, ancient legends and extraordinary natural beauty. Explore a private nature preserve as your interpretive guide brings you to explore streams, waterfalls and bridges. Soak in the amazing view from a private picnic area overlooking a remote valley. Easy walks, gorgeous countryside views and a chance to cool off in a mountain stream make the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure the ideal private family adventure in Hawaii!

Please note, the base price covers up to 6 guests - If your party is less than 6 guests, you still must select the minimum required 6 guests to book.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Hawaii Forest &Trail

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private Ohana Kohala Waterfalls Adventure exclusively with your family or small group.
Included: Local Taxes
Included: Bottled water: Please bring your own water bottles, re-fillable filtered water provided
Included: Private Reserve Access
Included: Central Meeting Locations for Pick-up & Drop off
Included: Lunch: deli-style sandwich or gluten-free salad with your choice of turkey, ham, pastrami, or veggie, served with chips, a locally baked cookie, and chilled beverages and water.
Included: Guide
Included: Trekking poles, daypacks and rain gear

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Hawaii Forest & Trail

15 min

Travelers staying in the Kailua-Kona area meet here to check-in prior to the tour departure. Restrooms are available.
Kohala Coast

45 min

Enjoy views of the Big Island's amazing coastline and a few of its volcanoes on the way to your North Kohala Adventure
Stop 3

30 min

Enjoy a brief convenience stop here at our Kohala Zipline retail store. There are restrooms available for guests as well.
Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

5 hours Admission included

Enjoy our one of a kind experience of seeing several different water falls while hiking through private nature reserves and a restored, ancient, Hawaiian agricultural site

Cool off with a swim under one of the cascading waterfalls

Lunch is provided with a heavenly view of Mokulanikila

The additional 2 hours and 45 minutes would be travel time to and from the attractions

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please meet us at the historic Kohala Sugar Company Headquarters. You can find this bright yellow building on the mauka (uphill) side of the intersection of Hawi Road and Akoni Pule Highway.
Please meet us in front of the Foodland Store and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please park & meet us on the back side (south side) of this popular shopping center. We will pick you up by the long yellow curb with the two yellow umbrellas
Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.

Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters.

End point

Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please meet us at the historic Kohala Sugar Company Headquarters. You can find this bright yellow building on the mauka (uphill) side of the intersection of Hawi Road and Akoni Pule Highway.
Please meet us in front of the Foodland Store and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please park & meet us on the back side (south side) of this popular shopping center. We will pick you up by the long yellow curb with the two yellow umbrellas
Please meet us at the front entrance and allow a 15-minute window for your driver to arrive.
Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.

Please meet us across the street from Home Depot at our Kona Headquarters.

Using your ticket

If you would like to receive an email confirmation of your reservation, please email [email protected] with your name, tour, travel date and type "Email Confirmation Request" in the subject line.
Infants under 3 must be carried in a backpack carrier (not provided by tour operator), children under 4 must ride in a car seat (not provided by tour operator)
We recommend that guests wear closed-toe walking shoes or reef walkers or sport sandals, bathing under shorts, short sleeved shirt, and bring a light sweatshirt or jacket and a towel
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Important: Please advise the following either through the Viator messaging portal, directly to Hawaii Forest and Trail (+1-808-331-8505) or [email protected] at time of booking:

1. HOTEL NAME - needed to confirm closest meeting location

2. MEAL

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to Bring & Wear: Closed-toed shoe or closed-toed water shoes, swim gear under clothing, reusable water bottle, and personal sun protection
Gear Provided: trekking poles, towels, day packs, sun screen, bug repellant, and rain gear
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain, and we sometimes encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions.
Pregnant individuals must obtain a doctor’s approval due to the risks associated with off-road driving.
Due to timing, this adventure is not recommended for guests on cruise ships
Children are required to ride in a proper safety seat according to their age and height
A maximum number of 10 people per van
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative adventure or full refund
PLEASE NOTE: Your pick-up time will be different than the tour start time displayed online. Please contact us to verify the meeting time.