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Waterfall Legends: Hamakua Coastline History
4.8
26 Ratings
Hilo
Discover the myths surrounding the waterfall sites and the past of the Hamakua Coastline. Take pleasure in the awe-inspiring views along the journey.
Discover the myths surrounding the waterfall sites and the past of the Hamakua Coastline. Take pleasure in the awe-inspiring views along the journey.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Akaka Falls State Park - Features both Akaka Falls and Kahuna Falls.
- Rainbow Falls - Experience Rainbow Falls from a less-traveled path, including a secluded waterfall, a brief walk down Spice Rd, and a visit to the farm’s gift shop.
- Boiling Pots - A swirling waterway with a concealed waterfall, accompanied by the mo’olelo (story) of…
- Akaka Falls State Park - Features both Akaka Falls and Kahuna Falls.
- Rainbow Falls - Experience Rainbow Falls from a less-traveled path, including a secluded waterfall, a brief walk down Spice Rd, and a visit to the farm’s gift shop.
- Boiling Pots - A swirling waterway with a concealed waterfall, accompanied by the mo’olelo (story) of Mo’okuna and his devotion.
- Big Island Candies - A well-loved cookie and candy factory to satisfy chocolate desires.
- Richardson Beach Park - Walk on a black sand beach and possibly see a Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle enjoying the sun.

What's Included
- All fees and taxes included.
- All fees and taxes included.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Location
Akaka Falls State Park
End of Akaka Falls Road, Off Hwy 220
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(26 Ratings)
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Meride_m
May 2, 2025
Small group way better than the cruise ship herd. - Excellent value! Loved the small group.
Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided us with a memorable experience.
He was very gracious and took a ton of pictures!
Our guide, Kyle, Alex, aka 0007!
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Francesbb8466cg
Mar 26, 2025
Beautiful and Enjoyable Tour - My husband and I very much enjoyed this private tour with Leolani. Akaka and Rainbow Falls are both beautiful as are also the views on the way to Akaka. The boiling pots and black beach were also highlights. Leolani grew up in Hawaii and is now raising her family there. Her personal perspective and wealth of knowledge added so much to our tour. She was also so kind and accommodating. She took multiple photos for us, had an umbrella available when it rained a little, knew the best parking places and viewing spots. We were picked up promptly at the cruise pier and dropped off exactly on time when the tour was over. Would book another tour with this company in a heartbeat! And would love to sometime see more of the Big Island.
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Pathfinder321000
Mar 11, 2025
The best way to see Hilo! - The Lava was flowing so we went straight to Volcano park and did our tour " backwards". Alex kept us entertained and informed the whole time. All the best stories from an authentic Hawaiian! The Lava plumes were awesome! Felt like we were part of a National Geographic show. Alex took us to all the best vantage points to enhance our experience above and beyond! Lava tube, waterfall, turtles on the beach, black beach... I would give him an eleven if I could!
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P4375ehdeborahp
Mar 4, 2025
Amazing experience with Malahini Tours. Tour guide was charming, knowledgeable, and very funny..... - Alex, our tour guide was simply amazing. So knowledgeable about the island and couldn't help you enough.
The views were fabulous, and Alex took photos of our group too. Which was so personal and added to the experience.
Can't thank you enough Alex. You really are a lovely man and tour guide ♥️
Really recommend. 10 out of 10.......
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M2906zhnigelb
Feb 28, 2025
Great value for money - Alex our tour guide was very knowledgeable he made us feel part of the family. Fantastic experience well worth the money 💰
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Gloria_h
Feb 11, 2025
What a great tour! - What a great tour! Alex, our guide, shared so much history and culture with us along the way! I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about the Island.
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Marina_w
Dec 29, 2024
The falls were beautiful.... - The falls were beautiful. Tour company was great and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly this was a great tour!
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Jeanette_b
Oct 10, 2024
Best Trip Ever - One of the best trips of our holiday & we’ve done a lot. Alex our Tour Guide was exceptional, friendly, so knowledgeable & made our day a truly special one. We learnt so much about Hawaii….. A definite must do.
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Offagain111
Oct 8, 2024
The Best Day - with the best guide. - What an amazing day we had with Alex our guide. He was so knowledgeable about Hilo & The Hawaiian Islands. We learnt so much & had so much fun. Alex was a true gentleman & made sure we were happy, safe & enjoying our trip. We can’t rate the tour highly enough & especially Alex, who made our time in Hilo, truly memorable.
A hui-hou (Until we meet again)
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Garry_s
Feb 18, 2025
Nice tour, great guide - Pros: small group of 6. Driver Alex was great. Local native was very informative and accommodating. Took pictures of us at different spots. Took us to a few different additional places we wanted to go. Could not get a better guide. Stopped at some very beautiful places.
Cons: New Honda Odyssey van, was kinda cramped. Only one really nice high falls. Others were mediocre. Did not stop at the Boiling Pots stop as advertised. Said it was closed.
It was still a nice tour. I would recommend.
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