moderate
5–7 hours
Participants should have moderate fitness; enough stamina for hiking, paddle kayaking, and standing during the cooking class.
Discover the perfect blend of adventure and culture with a day pass at Kulaniapia Falls in Hilo. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, and a unique cooking class all in one unforgettable experience.
NOTE: Overnight guests do not need to purchase a daypass. Access is included with your room reservation.
Explore 40+ acres of natural beauty and Hawaii's largest privately accessible waterfall, just 15 minutes from Hilo! Enjoy miles of nature trails, bamboo gardens, and swim, kayak and/or paddleboard under a 120 foot waterfall (river safety conditions permitting). Your booking includes access to the property and trails. When river conditions are safe for swimming, you may also rent kayaks and paddle boards (it's still an amazing experience, even if they are not).
You booking also includes a DISCOUNT on our other experiences, like Waterfall Rappelling, Cooking Class, Farm Tour and more. You will receive information about how to book additional experiences using this discount in your email confirmation. You may cancel up to 48 hours in advance for any reason, including none of your desired additional activities being available on the day you plan to visit.
Please bring everything you will need to enjoy your day, such as water, lunch, bathing suit, towel, etc. We do not have any food / beverage service onsite, unless you are joining our cooking class or you prebook a grab and go lunch by 8pm the night before (details in confirmation email).
You must purchase a daypass in advance. We do not allow walkups, and you will not be provided access to the property without an advance booking.
Trails near Kulaniapia Falls can be wet and slippery, so water-resistant shoes can keep you comfortable and safe.
With kayaking and water activities planned, protect your phone and camera in a waterproof dry bag.
Protect your skin while preserving Hawaii’s marine environment by using reef-safe sunscreen during outdoor activities.
Hiking and kayaking can be physically demanding in Hawaii’s warm climate, so carry enough water with you.
Kulaniapia Falls is part of an ancient Hawaiian land division known for its agricultural terraces and cultural significance to early residents.
Local guides promote sustainable tourism practices to protect native ecosystems and maintain the area’s natural beauty.
Keeps you comfortable during water activities and warm hikes in hot, humid conditions.
summer specific
Protects against mosquitoes prevalent in the lush forest trails around the falls.
spring specific
Ideal for kayaking and walking in wet areas near the waterfall.
summer specific
Provides sun protection during outdoor cooking classes and kayak paddling.
summer specific