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title: Waterfall Tours in Big Island
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Big Island
country: United States
tours: 20
price_from_eur: 164
reviews_total: 11577
as_of: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/
---

# Waterfall Tours in Big Island

> **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of November 8, 2026.

Waterfall Tours in Big Island: 20 tours, all from the 163 we kept after screening every one of the 564 tours Viator lists for Big Island, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

## All 20 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hawaii-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-hilo-highlights-day-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €170 per person | 5.0 (657) | 6h–7h | daily 08:30–09:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 2 | [Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-explore-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-more/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €223 per person | 5.0 (206) | 9h | daily exc Sun | up to 13 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 3 | [Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hilo-shore-excursion-visit-volcano-waterfall-beach-with-lunch/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Shore Excursions | €172 per person | 4.99 (105) | 6h–7h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 4 | [Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-scenic-tour-volcano-hilo-town-waterfall-beach-lunch/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €181 per person | 4.98 (127) | 7h | daily 08:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 5 | [Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-waterfalls-blacksand-beaches-lava-tubes-volcanoes/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €170 per person | 5.0 (70) | 6h–7h | daily 08:30–09:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 6 | [Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/ultimate-big-island-experience-volcano-waterfall-beach-lunch/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €164 per person | 4.97 (153) | 6h–7h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 7 | [Private Tour: Coffee, Volcanoes, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-coffee-volcanoes-waterfalls-black-sand-beach/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Private Tours | €1812 per group/vehicle | 5.0 (61) | 8h–11h | daily 08:00 | private · up to 14 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 8 | [Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hilo-shore-excursion-akaka-falls-volcano-black-sand-beach/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Shore Excursions | €171 per person | 5.0 (46) | 7h–8h | daily 08:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 9 | [Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Black Sand and Hilo](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-hawaii-volcanoes-waterfalls-black-sand-and-hilo/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €170 per person | 5.0 (30) | 6h–7h | daily 08:00–08:30 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 10 | [Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/discover-hilo-s-natural-wonders-volcano-waterfall-punalu-u-beach/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €169 per person | 4.98 (44) | 6h–7h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 11 | [Volcanoes, Beaches and Waterfall Highlights Private Guided Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcanoes-beaches-and-waterfall-highlights-private-guided-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Private Tours | €2077 per group/vehicle | 4.96 (79) | 10h | Mon Thu Fri Sat Sun 08:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 12 | [Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-highlights-coffee-volcano-black-sands-waterfall/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €272 per person | 4.93 (1068) | 11h | daily 07:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 13 | [Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-waterfalls-tour-with-swimming-and-botanical-garden/?format=md) |  | €253 per person | 4.92 (534) | 10h | daily 07:00 | private · up to 14 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 14 | [Majestic Waterfall Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/majestic-waterfall-tour/?format=md) |  | €210 per person | 4.85 (33) | 3h–4h | daily 09:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 15 | [Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-volcanoes-waterfalls-sightseeing-and-history/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €251 per person | 4.92 (7173) | 11h | daily 07:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 16 | [Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hilo-shore-excursion-active-volcano-lava-tube-waterfall-and-gardens/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Shore Excursions | €172 per person | 4.91 (459) | 5h 30m | daily 07:30–11:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 17 | [Volcano, Chocolate and Waterfalls of the Big Island](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcano-chocolate-and-waterfalls-of-the-big-island/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €281 per person | 4.89 (250) | 11h 30m | daily exc Sun 07:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 18 | [Waterfall Rappelling at Kulaniapia Falls: 120 Foot Drop, 15 Minutes from Hilo](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/waterfall-rappelling-at-kulaniapia-falls-120-foot-drop-15-minutes-from-hilo/?format=md) |  | €254 per person | 4.82 (82) | 2h–3h | daily 10:30–14:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 19 | [Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-kohala-waterfalls-small-group-adventure/?format=md) |  | €243 per person | 4.88 (363) | 7h | daily exc Sun 07:30–08:30 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 20 | [Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-farm-to-table-cooking-class-at-kulaniapia-falls/?format=md) | Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours | €169 per person | 4.65 (37) | 4h | daily 09:30 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour** — A Native Hawaiian guide leads this day tour covering volcanoes, waterfalls, beaches and Hilo sights in a van with reclining seats. Park fees, water and Port of Hilo or Hilo Airport transfers are included; lunch costs extra. 5 from 657 reviews at €170 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more** — Circle the Big Island with stops at Volcanoes National Park, Akaka Falls and black sand beaches, led by a company owner. Park entry, snacks and bottled water are included; lunch is a separate purchase at a local food stop. 5 from 206 reviews at €223 per person for 9h.
- **Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch** — Link Rainbow Falls and Kīlauea crater with a drive through Liliʻuokalani Gardens on a Hilo shore outing. Lunch in Volcano Village, local fruit samples and fees are included; pickup and drop-off are limited to the Hilo area. 4.99 from 105 reviews at €172 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch** — Combine Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with Rainbow Falls and Hilo Farmer’s Market. Lunch with a choice of one entree, water and rain gear are included; this tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility problems. 4.98 from 127 reviews at €181 per person for 7h.
- **Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes** — Explore waterfalls, black sand beaches, lava tubes and Volcanoes National Park with a Native Hawaiian guide. Park fees, bottled water and Port of Hilo or Hilo Airport pickup and drop-off are included; lunch is at your expense. 5 from 70 reviews at €170 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch** — Pair Rainbow Falls with Kīlauea crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park after a drive through Liliʻuokalani Gardens and Downtown Hilo. Fees, fruit and a meal in Volcano Village are included; pickup and drop off are limited to Hilo. 4.97 from 153 reviews at €164 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Private Tour: Coffee, Volcanoes, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach** — Build a private tour for your party around coffee farms, volcanoes, waterfalls and a black sand beach, with the route agreed in advance. Transport, drinks and rain gear are included; a breakfast stop needs advance arrangement. 5 from 61 reviews at €1812 per group/vehicle for 8h–11h, priced per group.
- **Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach** — This shore excursion pairs ʻAkaka Falls State Park with Hilo, Volcanoes National Park and a black sand beach. A bento lunch is included, with a vegetarian option on request; alcohol is prohibited on the van. 5 from 46 reviews at €171 per person for 7h–8h.
- **Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Black Sand and Hilo** — Visit Kīlauea, Rainbow Falls, macadamia farms and the Hilo Farmers Market with a guide born and raised in Hilo. Entry, water, snacks and transport are included; plan for pickup at a Hilo hotel, the airport or cruise port. 5 from 30 reviews at €170 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach** — Visit Rainbow Falls, Kīlauea and Punalu’u Beach on a route through Hilo and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Lunch and fresh fruit samples are included; pickup and drop off are limited to the Hilo area. 4.98 from 44 reviews at €169 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Volcanoes, Beaches and Waterfall Highlights Private Guided Tour** — Explore the Big Island's volcano, beach and waterfall highlights on a private tour for your party, choosing your own pace. Transport, entrance fees, lunch, water and snacks are included, and the tour is priced per group. 4.96 from 79 reviews at €2077 per group/vehicle for 10h.
- **Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall** — Combine a Kona coffee farm visit with Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, Thurston Lava Tube and Rainbow Falls. Breakfast baskets, lunch, snacks and central pickup are included; there are no pickups in Hilo or Volcano. 4.93 from 1068 reviews at €272 per person for 11h.
- **Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden** — Combine a swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls with walks to Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls and a visit to Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Hotel transfers in the Kona and Kohala areas, admission and a picnic lunch are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.92 from 534 reviews at €253 per person for 10h.
- **Majestic Waterfall Tour** — Waterfall sightseeing along the Hamakua Coastline is paired with stories about the falls and the area's history. All fees and taxes are included; you need at least moderate fitness to take part. 4.85 from 33 reviews at €210 per person for 3h–4h.
- **Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History** — Volcanoes National Park, rainforest waterfalls and black-sand beaches share a route from Kailua Kona or Waikoloa. Hotel transfers, lunch, snacks, refreshments and park fees are included; children under five cannot join. 4.92 from 7173 reviews at €251 per person for 11h.
- **Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens** — Visit Kilauea volcano, steam vents and a rainforest lava tube in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Transport from Hilo, guiding and park admission are included; meet at the Hilo bus terminal, with no pickup from Kona or Waikoloa. 4.91 from 459 reviews at €172 per person for 5h 30m.
- **Volcano, Chocolate and Waterfalls of the Big Island** — Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, then follow cacao from tree to chocolate at a private farm and visit its waterfall. Park and farm entry, lunch and rain gear are included; you need moderate fitness for walks on uneven ground. 4.89 from 250 reviews at €281 per person for 11h 30m.
- **Waterfall Rappelling at Kulaniapia Falls: 120 Foot Drop, 15 Minutes from Hilo** — Rappel down Kulaniapia Falls with instruction and all necessary equipment for the descent. Moderate fitness is required; accompanying guests who do not rappel pay a separate property access fee. 4.82 from 82 reviews at €254 per person for 2h–3h.
- **Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure** — The Kohala route follows the Kona coastline to a private nature preserve with streams, waterfalls and bridges. Reserve entry, lunch and transport are included; pickup is from central meeting points, and you need your own refillable water bottle. 4.88 from 363 reviews at €243 per person for 7h.
- **Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls** — Harvest seasonal produce and turn it into lunch in a barn loft with views of Hilo Bay and Mauna Kea. Everything needed to harvest and prepare the meal is included; hotel pickup and drop off are not. 4.65 from 37 reviews at €169 per person for 4h.

## Other collections in Big Island

- [Volcanoes National Park Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-tours/?format=md) — 44 tours
- [Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kealakekua-bay-snorkel-tours/?format=md) — 27 tours
- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/private-tours-big-island/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [Manta Ray Night Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/manta-ray-night-snorkel/?format=md) — 17 tours
- [Whale & Dolphin Watching](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Shore Excursions](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-shore-excursions/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/mauna-kea-stargazing-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours
- [ATV, Horseback & Bike Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-atv-horseback-bike-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours
- [Zipline Adventures](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-zipline-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-coffee-farm-food-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-surf-lessons/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Helicopter Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-helicopter-tours/?format=md) — 5 tours
- [Fishing Charters](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-fishing-charters/?format=md) — 5 tours
- [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-scuba-diving/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Kayak & Canoe Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-kayak-canoe-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-nature-hiking-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-sunset-dinner-cruises/?format=md) — 3 tours

## FAQ

**How many waterfall tours in Big Island are available on Guidekin?**

20 waterfall tours are available for booking in Big Island on Guidekin. The top-rated is Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour with 5/5 from 657 reviews.

**How much do waterfall tours in Big Island cost?**

Prices range from €164 to €281 per person. The most affordable option is Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch at €164. The premium choice is Volcano, Chocolate and Waterfalls of the Big Island at €281.

**What are the best waterfall tours in Big Island?**

Based on 11577 traveler reviews across 20 tours, Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 5/5 (657 reviews).

**How long do waterfall tours in Big Island last?**

Duration ranges from 2h to 11h 30m. The shortest is Waterfall Rappelling at Kulaniapia Falls: 120 Foot Drop, 15 Minutes from Hilo at 2h. The longest is Volcano, Chocolate and Waterfalls of the Big Island at 11h 30m.

**How do I book waterfall tours in Big Island on Guidekin?**

Browse 20 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most waterfall tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


## Query this catalogue with URLs

Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user
a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/:

| Group | Parameters | Values |
|---|---|---|
| Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries |
| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
| Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 |
| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
| Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 |
| Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain |
| Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise |
| Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans |
| Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans |
| Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) |

Worked examples:
- Spanish-speaking, under €60, cancellable: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true
- Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel
- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning

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