Kulaniapia Falls Daypass: Enjoy Hawaii's Largest Private Waterfall and Exciting Discounts
4.7
84 Ratings
Hilo
Experience the beauty of Hawaii's largest private waterfall at Kulaniapia Falls. Swim, kayak, and paddleboard under the waterfall, and enjoy discounts on exciting activities like waterfall rappelling and cooking classes.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls - Private, exclusive, and shared with only a limited number of guests each day, you never have to worry about crowds as you explore over 40 acres, surrounding the state of Hawaii’s largest privately accessible waterfall. Enjoy miles of trails, incredible views of 4 waterfalls, bamboo gardens, and when river safety conditions permit, swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding (rental fee applies) under Kulaniapia Falls, which is over 120 feet tall - that’s 40 feet taller than Rainbow Falls!

Your daypass also includes a discount on all of our other guided experiences and adventures like waterfall rappelling, farm tours and cooking classes.

PLEASE NOTE: There is absolutely no access to the property without an advance reservation. Your daypass gives you access to Kulaniapia Falls from 10am to 3pm. You must arrive promptly at 10am. After 10:15am, late arrivals are subject to an additional fee. Exceptions are only made for the late arrival of cruise ships.

What's Included
  • $50/guest Discount on Waterfall Rappelling, Farm to Table Cooking Class and more!
  • Access to Kulaniapia Falls and surrounding nature trails
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Towels, Swimwear, etc. Please bring everything you need to enjoy your day!
  • Late arrivals are subject to an additional fee of $20/guest
Additional Information

Kulaniapia Falls holds the distinction of being the biggest private waterfall in Hawaii and holds the unique privilege of being the only waterfall area where swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding are allowed when river conditions are safe (extra charges apply for rental of kayaks and paddleboards).

Obtain a discount on waterfall rappelling, culinary courses, and other engaging activities when you purchase your daypass, which can be booked before or upon your arrival.

Location
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
Kulaniapia Drive
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.7
(84 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
A232fkjusting
Mar 17, 2024
If you’re in Kona, you must go here! - Views are simply incredible. Truly one of the most breathtaking and peaceful places in the world. If you’re in Kona, you must stop here and take a day to experience this
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Pete
Mar 16, 2024
Must visit while on the Big Island! - Amazing views & great hosts! The falls make for great pictures and you can even get in to the water. Lenny the dog was super friendly too!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Marcmd2
Mar 1, 2024
Total tranquility with amazing view. - Because of the limited number of visitors you are able to enjoy in all rest of the pure nature and the waterfall. And if the weather and the current permits, you can even swim and float at the waterfall. All participated with super friendly staff. Do bring you own drinks and food because there is only a water filling station
Review provided by Tripadvisor
969diyag
Feb 9, 2024
GORGEOUS! Must Visit - This is an excellent property with private waterfalls and lodging. We got a day pass to swim in the waterfall. Bring your food and stuff if you opt for a day pass. The farm is gorgoeus and they offer dinner services if booked ahead of time. Its a fantastic drive to the farm from Hilo. The check-in was super smooth and the managers on site were helpful. I'll go back to stay a few nights here.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
G3370hyjudyg
Jan 30, 2024
Do this! - Gorgeous. The garden walk and waterfall swim are the highlight of our vacation so far. You can't go wrong at anytime of the day, but we arrived on the early entry and I highly recommend that. The morning light is magical and it is less likely to rain in the morning.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Annmarie_m
Jan 16, 2024
Stunning natural beauty - Amazing natural beauty. Only a handful od other people at the falls. I went kayaking in the pond below and it was really fun
Review provided by Viator
Michaelp10056
Dec 29, 2023
Family at the waterfalls - Excellent experience, very beautiful setting, spent about 2 hours there, the waterfall is spectacular and only one or two families at a time.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Autumn21075
Dec 13, 2023
Stunning waterfall and grounds! Definitely recommend to skip the crowds. - This place was absolutely stunning and very private. We only saw one other small group of people which is wonderful for enjoying the waterfall. We kayak around and explored the grounds and had a wonderful day. Would absolutely recommend this place!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Brandie_m
Dec 8, 2023
Easy for most ages - Very friendly staff! Easy walk down, we took the long way down and short way back up. Very beautiful!
Review provided by Viator
Twcandstevesjourney
Jan 5, 2024
KULANIAPIA FALLS JAN 2024 - We loved it very much, we had an amazing time. However, we only spent 2.5hrs there. We did notice the equipment needs to be improved, only one paddleboard had all the skegs intact. Staff was very welcoming and polite.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
May 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today