6 Walking Tours in Hawaii Worth Booking

1.Kona Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 402 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $155Our pick

Walk from Kailua Pier through historic Kailua-Kona with guides such as Ellie and Kai, stopping for small plates, local drinks, poke, chowder, musubi, fish, and gelato. The nearly three-hour tour serves enough food to fill you, includes views of Hulihe'e Palace, Mokuaikaua Church, and Ahuena Heiau, and ends about half a mile from the pier.

“Come hungry, wear walking shoes and bug spray. Try everything - all was delicious.. One of our favorites was the white pineapple shorbet”

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2.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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3.Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 282 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet your guide at Hanalei Center for a two-hour walk through town, stopping at local eateries for generous tastings such as taro fritters, poke, pepper chicken, kalua pork, juice, chocolate, and doughnuts. Guides including Max and Nalu add local food knowledge and Hawaiian history. Bring walking shoes, sunscreen, water, and an appetite.

“The food tour was amazing. Our guide for the tour was super informative and made sure that everyone was involved.”

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4.Guided Rainforest and Waterfall Walk & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 226 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Walk about one mile through Maui’s tropical rainforest with a naturalist guide, then swim beneath a waterfall and, conditions permitting, try a 10-foot rock jump. Guides such as Joel, Gail, Des, and Randalyn are known for sharing island history, plant lore, and practical help. Water, snacks, packs, ponchos, and insect repellent are included.

“Excellent experience! Our tour guide Tim was very knowledgeable about the rainforest and conservation. He was very nice and had a great sense of humor. The walk was adventurous with flat and uneven surfaces on dry and wet land. My favorite part was the optional choice of jumping off the cliff overlooking the twin falls. Overall, the scenery was beautiful and was a memorable trip.”

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5.Honolulu Haunts: Ghosts and Spirits Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 169 reviews · from $27Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at the King Kamehameha Statue for a one-hour, mile-long walk through historic Honolulu. Hear stories of night marchers, Hawaiian royalty, disease, crimes of passion, and reported hauntings at Iolani Palace, Red Rainbow, and Atlas Insurance. Guides such as Maggie, Kathryn, Jamie, and Brent have brought strong history knowledge and personal stories to the route.

“Fascinating tour of a number of key sights in Honolulu with the added element of ghosts and spirits. Kathryn as a guide really made it too as she has an intriguing personal story.”

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6.Allerton Garden Guided Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 159 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63

Spend 150 minutes walking through Allerton Garden with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see Moreton Bay fig trees from Jurassic Park, golden bamboo, tropical flowers, fruit trees, statues, and water features while learning about the Allerton family and the garden’s design. Wear closed-toe shoes and prepare for rain, sun, and about 30 steps.

“It was simply a very enjoyable morning seeing the greenery in a wonderful natural setting”

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