Explore Kulaniapia Falls With a Day Pass
Walk bamboo trails beneath Kulaniapia Falls
Duration
3–4 hrs
Includes
Property access, nature trails
Highlights
Explore 40+ acres of nature trails and bamboo gardens around Hawaii's largest privately accessible waterfall. Take in views of the 120-foot falls and enjoy time outdoors near Hilo.
- Walk miles of nature trails and bamboo gardens
- Discover views of the 120-foot waterfall
- Rent kayaks or paddleboards for river time
- Receive a discount on select additional experiences
- Bring water, lunch, a bathing suit and a towel
- Arrive at 10am for discounted entry; 4pm admission is for dinner guests only
What's Included
- Property and trail access
Important details
- Complete online check-in before arrival to receive the gate code
- Check in at the office and sign liability waivers before entering the property
- Enter the river only when staff confirm conditions are safe; no lifeguard is on duty
- No pets or emotional-support animals are allowed; service animals require advance registration
- Do not operate aerial drones or UAS; unauthorized use incurs a $2,500 fee not included in the listed price
- Professional photography requires permission and an additional fee not included in the listed price
- Kama'aina Vehicle Passes require valid Hawaii State ID for every adult and allow up to 8 guests per vehicle
- Adults using a Kama'aina Vehicle Pass without valid Hawaii ID incur a $69 per-person charge not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 48 hours before for 2 people, 72 hours for 3–4 people, or 7 days before for 5 or more people. No refunds for no-shows. The experience operates rain or shine; unsafe swimming does not qualify for a refund. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to safety or unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: 4S9YM9
FAQs
No. Property access is included with your overnight stay.
Bring your own water and lunch. Regular food and beverage service is not available onsite.
Professional photography is allowed for daypass guests' personal use, such as engagement or family photos, but not for outside commercial clients or advertising campaigns. Your photographer needs a day pass, and an additional permission fee applies that is not included in the listed price.
Meeting details
Kulaniapia Falls: 100 Kulaniapia Dr, Hilo, HI 96720
Related locations
Kulaniapia Falls
Admission includedTucked into the rainforest above Hilo on the Big Island, Kulaniapia Falls drops some 120 feet into a clear plunge pool framed by lush tropical vegetation. The roar of the water reaches you before the view does, building anticipation as you follow the path through dense green canopy. Kulaniapia Falls is set on private property that operates as a small inn, giving guests a rare sense of seclusion that public parks rarely offer. Standing at the pool's edge, mist on your face and birdsong overhead, the outside world feels genuinely far away.
