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Waipio Valley Tours

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Waipio Valley, located in north Hamakua, is Big Island's "Valley of the Kings" and remains one Hawaii's most unique and sacred native preservation sites. As the rain falls, see its' beautiful waterfalls pouring into a network of wet-land taro farms, over roads and black sandy shores. Horses run wild here and age-old Hawaiian traditions are passed on to new generations that inhabit the valley. An experienced guide and special 4WD vehicle is necessary to make it down the very steep valley road.
Please note: Due to repairs, Waipio Valley Road will be closed indefinitely. All traffic into Waipio Valley will be restricted to residents only, and visitors will not be allowed down into the valley for any reason until further notice. You will still be able to view the valley from the Waipio Valley Lookout during this time. The best way to still see the beauty of Waipio Valley is by air or by taking a sightseeing tour to the lookout area.

Tips for visiting Waipio Valley:

• The valley lookout is accessible at anytime and parking is limited.
• All permitted tours of Waipio Valley do not operate on Sundays to give the valley a rest.
• We do not recommend driving down into the valley on your own as the access road is extremely steep and dangerous. Water that feeds the valley’s wetland farms make its way over roads and after heavy rains can be difficult to cross.
• Hiking back up from the valley is considered strenuous and should only be attempted if you are physically capable of making the trip and know where to go.
• Most of the land at Waipio valley is privately owned and public access is limited to the beach and Mulawai Trail.
• Tours at Waipio Valley are either down on the valley floor or skirting the rim. Wagon tours visit the back part of the valley which is not accessible to visitors driving on their own.

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Latest reviews of Waipio Valley Tours

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Beautiful Wiapio Valley

2024/09/05 Friends S Munkelt

Excellent tour of a nearly inaccessible and uniquely beautiful part of the Big Island. Our guide filled in historical notes - this was the first location for settlement on Hawaii nearly 2,000 years ago - an identified lo... more

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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Absolutely amazing

2024/07/27 Families with Young Children Brenna

10/10 highly recommended doing this. Such an amazing experience.

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Waipio Shuttle Tour

2024/07/15 Families with Young Children Judi

Great experience - beautiful scenery and educational! Kaleo = Best Tour guide!

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Absolute must do this tour.

2024/07/14 Families with Young Children Craig utsman

Waipio valley is magical. Our guide Keleo was so knowledgeable and you could feel his passion for his land. I lived in Maui. Visited 4 different islands. And I can say. This place you do not want to miss. I feel like... more

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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Unforgettable Waipio Valley Tour: A Must-Do Experience for Families

2024/07/13 Families Kate

My family, including two teenagers, agreed this was an amazing tour and a must experience. Our guide, Kaleo, a resident of the valley, was funny and knowledgeable about the history, legends, and way of life for the curre... more

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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Worth It

2024/07/06 Couples Kara

At this time its the only way down, and this valley is one you are not going to want to miss!

Waipio Valley Tours | Book Big Island Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
Waipio Valley, located in north Hamakua, is Big Island's "Valley of the Kings" and remains one Hawaii's most unique and sacred native preservation sites. As the rain falls, see its' beautiful waterfalls pouring into a network of wet-land taro farms, over roads and black sandy shores. Horses run wild here and age-old Hawaiian traditions are passed on to new generations that inhabit the valley. An experienced guide and special 4WD vehicle is necessary to make it down the very steep valley road.