Hike & Swim at Waimea Falls Guided Tour From Waikiki
Explore Waimea Valley and swim at Waimea Falls, with breakfast, lunch, and a Dole Plantation stop
Duration
7.5 Hours
Includes
Waimea hike, falls swim, lunch
Highlights
Explore Waimea Valley on a guided 1.5-mile hike and, when conditions allow, swim at Waimea Falls. Along the way, enjoy included meals and a visit to Dole Plantation.
- Hike an easy 1.5-mile trail through forests, gardens, and streams
- Swim at Waimea Falls when lifeguards determine conditions are safe
- Learn Hawaiian culture and botanical history with your guide
- Stop at Greenworld Coffee Farm for a light breakfast
- Visit Dole Plantation during the day
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation from Waikiki
- Light breakfast at Greenworld Coffee Farm
- Guided hike through Waimea Valley to Waimea Falls
- Waterfall swim (conditions permitting)
- Healthy lunch at Waimea Valley
- Visit to Dole Plantation
Things to know
Minimum age is 3 years. Swimming depends on natural conditions and is determined by lifeguards at 9am each day. Tours may change or cancel due to weather or other circumstances.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel or amend at least 48 hours before departure for a full refund of tour fees. Bookings made within 48 hours of departure are final sale. No refunds for no-shows or late arrivals. With a valid doctor's note, a full refund may be issued after the deadline (note holder only; plus 1 adult if minor).
FAQs
Swimming is allowed when conditions are safe, as determined by lifeguards each morning.
Comfortable shoes and clothing for hiking, swimwear for the waterfall, and a rain jacket are recommended due to possible rain.
Meeting details
Pickup from select Waikiki hotels
More about Dole Plantation
Dole Plantation sits in the heart of Oahu's pineapple country, a cheerful, sun-warmed stop that traces the islands' agricultural roots back to the days when pineapple fields stretched from coast to coast. On this North Shore adventure, Dole Plantation arrives as a sweet counterpoint to the lush rainforest of Waimea Valley and the rich aromas of a working Hawaiian coffee farm, rounding out a day that moves from waterfalls to working farmland. The setting is bright and open, with rows of spiky pineapple plants framing the famous plantation buildings, and the air carries that unmistakable tropical fruit perfume that tells you exactly where you are.
After hiking to the Waimea Falls and cooling off with a swim beneath the cascade, then sipping freshly brewed Hawaiian coffee at a local farm, the stop at Dole Plantation lands at just the right moment. You can wander the grounds, browse the marketplace, and most importantly, taste the legendary DoleWhip, the soft-serve pineapple treat that has become a Hawaiian icon in its own right. The contrast is part of the magic: the deep green canopy and freshwater pools of Waimea Valley earlier in the day, the earthy warmth of the coffee farm, and then the sunlit fields and sugary-tart pineapple flavors at Dole Plantation tying it all together into one well-rounded North Shore story.
This stop is perfect for families with curious kids, couples looking for a relaxed pause between more active adventures, and anyone who wants a true taste of Oahu beyond the beaches. History buffs will appreciate the plantation's place in island heritage, while foodies and first-time visitors will love checking DoleWhip off their Hawaii bucket list. If you are searching for a day that blends nature, culture, and classic island flavors, Dole Plantation gives this Waimea Valley and coffee farm tour its sweet, sunny finish.
