The 15 Best Hikes & Guided Walks in Hawaii

1.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $187Our pick

Start at Kahului Park and Ride, then follow the Hana Highway to a rainforest trail near Twin Falls. Guides such as Des, Michael, Joel, and Abby lead you across streams and rocks, point out tropical plants and fruit, and offer waterfall swims and optional cliff jumps. Lunch and snacks are included, but hotel pickup is not.

“Cam was great- he tried very hard to educate but kept it were light. He is a very funny guy. I’m glad he found a job that he is very passionate and enjoys. The company is very luck to have him working for them.”

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2.Secret Falls Kayak and Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,403 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Paddle about 4 miles on the Wailua River, then hike 1.5 to 2 miles through muddy rainforest trails to Uluwehi Falls. Your guide supplies the kayak and safety gear, shares island stories, and leads the way. Guides such as Cory, Kman, Kai, Mana, and Sam have earned especially warm praise. Bring water, snacks, and strapped footwear.

“My husband and I really enjoyed this experience. Lono was our guide and he did a great job telling us about the river, trees etc. and what it was like to grow up on Kauai. Definitely bring water and a snack and shoes that can get wet. There are a few water crossings.”

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3.Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,387 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Paddle about two miles each way on the Wailua River, then hike roughly two miles through muddy, rocky rainforest to Uluwehi Falls. Guides such as Zach, Brian, and Mikayla provide instruction, local stories, hiking sticks, and safety help. Bring water and secure shoes you can get wet.

“We weren't able to go because of the high winds. The trip was canceled but the operators and Brian took our number and reached out with updates to see if we could get in with another group. Brian was really concerned about our safety. That's a five star to me!”

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4.Secret Falls Kayak & Hike Guided Adventure on the Wailua River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,212 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $145

You’ll paddle 2 miles up the Wailua River, cross streams, and hike through rainforest to Uluwehi Falls. Guides such as Levi, Jonathan, and Nathaniel add Hawaiian history, safety help, and, in Levi’s case, ukulele music. Expect wet shoes, mud, a cool waterfall pool, snacks, and a six-hour outing for $145.03, plus a $5 state park fee.

“Adventure should be capitalized with Kayak Adventures. What an incredible tour. We were fortunate enough to have the islands most sought after guide. “Levi”, pronounced Levy. Not only did he get us all to and from the waterfall safely, he played his Ukulele and sang through hiking portion of the tour. If you are looking for the most picturesque and adventurous tour on the island, look no further. Thank you Kayak Adventures and especially Levi. The Allen’s”

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5.Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 783 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $155

You’ll paddle a tandem kayak about 2.5 miles up Kauai’s gentle Wailua River, then hike roughly 1 to 1.25 miles through rainforest to Uluwehi Falls. Guides such as Annie, Harrison, Lindsey, Anya, and Jay add local insight, safety help, and humor. Lunch, snacks, water gear, dry bags, and walking sticks are included.

“A beautiful tandem kayak trip up the river so it wasn't too hard with 2 people paddling. The shoes you wear on the kayak get wet and also are your shoes for the hike. The hike took us through water half way up to your knee, over rocks, mud, and roots. The waterfalls are beautiful but not too full when we went. You could swim in the fresh water pool at the bottom of the waterfall. There were lots of rocks on the bottom so difficult to walk around. We hung by the waterfall and had lunch and got in the water. Then headed back repeating the hike and kayak…”

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6.Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 518 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $229

Follow a local guide into an East Maui rainforest near the Hana Highway for a 2.5-mile moderate hike, at least three waterfalls, and a 10 to 15-foot rock jump into a tropical pool. Guides such as Pasco, Gail, Des, Sara, and Jacob add plant, island history, and geology details. Lunch, snacks, water, and hotel transfers are included.

“The guides were amazing and the zip was beautiful!! The last one is a fantastic place for pics with a great veiw.”

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7.Manoa Falls Waterfall Hike with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 413 reviews · 5 hours · from $119

Ride from Waikiki with an English- or Japanese-speaking guide such as Jason, Jack, or Susumo, then walk 1.6 miles through Manoa Valley’s wet rainforest to Manoa Falls. Expect mud, uneven ground, bamboo, film locations, local stories, and a 150-foot cascade. Finish with lunch and Honolulu views from Tantalus Lookout.

“Jack was a great Guide👍 He gave us during the tour always good Information regarding Oahu! Thank you Karina und Marlon”

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8.Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 354 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Start with a 5:00 to 5:10 AM Waikiki pickup, ride to Diamond Head, and hike independently toward the summit before the day heats up. Entrance fees, hotel transfers, and gratuities are included. Expect striking sunrise views, a crowded trail, and limited guidance in English on this Japanese-focused tour.

“you have to do this hike when your in oahu !!! it was soooo beautiful and the view was astonishing!!! doing it with BWT was a good choice because it was very uncomplicated”

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9.Road To Hana: Maui Waterfall Hiking Tour in Private Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $299

Start with resort or vacation-rental pickup at 7:00 a.m. and ride with Alec in a private Jeep along Maui’s Road to Hana. You can hike to waterfalls, walk through bamboo forest, visit a black-sand beach, eat local food, and stop for photos. The route usually covers half to two-thirds of the road, with the day shaped around your interests.

“Great trip, saw some really interesting sites and the drive was really nice. Banana bread and waterfalls can't beat it!”

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10.Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 319 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $110

Start before sunrise with the steep Diamond Head hike, then ride along Oahu’s east coast and North Shore with stops at Halona Blowhole, Kualoa, Kahuku food trucks, Sunset Beach, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation. Guides such as Stephanie, Jonah, John, and Allen add local stories. Lunch is extra, and the full day lasts about 11 hours.

“It isn't long, but is steep. Nice views. Medium difficulty, but very well maintained. Eroded but little loose rock. Glad we went in the morning as it gets hot quickly. It would be a difficult trail in the rain”

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11.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Walk with a local guide through Manoa Valley’s lush rainforest to Manoa Falls, then ride to Puʻu ʻUalakaʻi State Park for broad views of Diamond Head, Waikiki, and Oahu. Guides such as Robert, Arlaine, Hema, and Cortina are known for explaining local plants, history, and customs. Expect mud, mosquitoes, and slippery rocks.

“Beautiful view. Hike was a bit challenging with lots of slippery stones. Otherwise great and knowledgeable leader”

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12.Rainforest Waterfalls Guided Hike with Picnic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $187

Follow two rainforest streams near Kahului to three to five waterfalls, with swimming, optional rock jumps, fruit tasting, and a picnic lunch. Guides such as Gail, Kaden, Pasco, and Jacob share Hawaiian plant knowledge and culture. Expect slippery rocks, muddy sections, and stream crossings.

“our guide was fun, professional and very knowledgeable with a good sense of humor. overall trip was ver very good. highly recommend”

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13.Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Travel by shuttle from select Waikiki hotels to Manoa Falls, then follow a self-guided rainforest trail through eucalyptus trees, streams, mud, and rocky climbs. Kaimana Tours provides water, bug spray, and a walking stick. Drivers such as Matthew, Steve, Orlando, and D share local stories before giving you time to hike at your own pace.

“It was a great trip. Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable. The hike was more than what we expected. Had a great time”

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14.Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Best value

Ride from Waikiki to Diamond Head on the Hula Girl Trolley, with park admission and round-trip transport included. You hike independently, usually with about two hours at the crater. Drivers such as Matthew and Mathew are known for useful local tips, though traffic can affect the return ride. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.

“Great communication about pick up. On time and very friendly driver. Amazing experience going up and down diamond head.”

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15.Hidden Craters Hike of Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $198

You’ll hike about four miles across private Hualalai land, passing craters, lava formations, native forest, and a short lava tube. Guides such as Mark, Mateo, Taro, and others explain volcanoes, Hawaiian culture, plants, and local stories. Expect rocky ground, slippery sections, and up to 1,000 feet of climbing and descending.

“This was an amazing experience I’m so grateful to have had on our trip to the Big Island. This is a unique chance to hike very sacred, ancestral land. Our guide Mark was wonderful- very knowledgeable about the land and Hawaiian culture, great personality and holds space for feedback and expectations you have for your hike. I just can’t say enough about what it meant to have this experience. If you love nature, like to hike (this isn’t an easy, paved walk I will warn you), are interested in Hawaiian culture don’t think twice and book it! You won’t regret it. Thank you!!”

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