Big Island ATV Tour Above Waipio Valley - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Free Cancellation
  • Duration: 3 Hrs 30 Mins
  • Departure Time :
    Multiple daily departure times.  Check-in 15 mins prior to departure
  • Departure Details :
    Waipi'o Valley (90-minute drive from Kona, 75-minute drive from Hilo)
  • Cancellation Policy :
    • If you cancel within 3 calendar days (72 hours) of the scheduled departure time, the cancellation charge will be 100% of the undiscounted tour price.
    • If you cancel between 4 to 7 Calendar days before scheduled tour departure,the cancellation charge will be 50% of the undiscounted tour price.
    • If you cancel at least 8 calendar days in advance of the scheduled departure time, there is no cancellation fee. You will receive Full Refund for the paid amount.
    • Please note that in case of No show, the cancellation charge will be 100% of the listed tour fare.
    • Please note tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
    Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Explore the royal lands above legendary Waipio Valley, the Valley of the Kings. Enjoy the vistas over the valley, learn its extraordinary history from ancient times to today. Have fun on an ATV while learning about Hawaiian Culture from our local guides. On this authentic cultural tour immerse yourself in Waiholoa Falls, see Hiilawe Falls-the longest single-fall waterfall in all of Hawaii, plus Waipio Beach-the longest black sand beach in the state!

Highlights

  • All necessary equipment included
  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure
  • Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
  • Family friendly
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide

Know More about this tour

The Big Island ATV adventure begins at Waipio Valley Artworks, which is approximately a 100 minute drive from Kona and a 75 minute drive from Hilo.

The tour begins with a safety orientation, learning how to operate the ATV, SideBySide, or Buggy you will be driving. Once youre tted with safety equipment, drivers will do a pass or fail practice track. For those whod prefer to simply ride along, theres also the option of riding with a guide in a comfortable, open-air buggy-along with the rest of the ATV group, youll learn about what was once the political and economic epicenter of Ancient Hawaii, how agriculture was an intricate part of a thriving society that allowed Hawaiian spirituality, virtues, and community to prosper. Ride the Royal lands above the Valley, which was frequented by Alii (Hawaiian Royalty). Learn about aquatic species that are indigenous to this sacred area, native plants that were used for medicinal purposes and the hawaiian starch, kalo(taro) whos lineage is as deep as humanity.

We have a 11-12 mile, 3 hr waterfall adventure through an aromatic eucalyptus forest, scented with owering gingers and seasonal fruit, on mountain terrain suitable for riders of all abilities. Beginning at 800 feet elevation we immediately climb to the top and back of the Valley at 2000 feet and swim in a waterfall that is the headwaters of the famed Hiilawe Falls- the longest single-drop fall in the state. There we enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. We then begin the descent to lookouts over the Valley with vistas that include the longest black sand beach in the state, multiple taro patches under cultivation, wild horses and remnants of ancient sh ponds built by the rst people to use aquaculture, the Ancient Hawaiians

Inclusions

3 -hour ATV tour through Waipio Valley

All necessary safety equipment, including a helmet

Professional guide

Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 5 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability

Minimum age is 5 years; children 5-15 years of age ride with the guide in an open-air buggy or on a side by side vehicle with an adult driver

Weight limit is 100-350lbs

No tandem ATV riding; all ATV riders will be single drivers

Long pants and closed-toe shoes are highly recommended

Swimsuit is recommended for stop at waterfall

No prior experience needed

Please note that you will be required to sign a damage liability waiver and provide a major credit card for incedentals at the time of check-in with the operator

Traveler Reviews

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  • 22-Apr-2018

    This was spectacular! Local guides tell stories of the beauty of this Island and about their ancestors. The scenery is breath taking!!

  • 12-Apr-2018

    My husband and I did this tour last week My first time on an ATV and it was a blast. We both had an awesome time riding them and going through massive rain puddles. Yes, it was raining that day and it was muddy. But still a ton of fun. The staff was awesome and made sure we did things correctly, so we would be safe. Something to keep in mind, is definitely bring an extra set of clothes and SHOES to change into, after the riding. You will be very dirty...especially if it's been raining. Highly recommend and would do it again!!!!

  • 30-Mar-2018

    Great adventure! It was more of a rugged trail than I was anticipating, however, it was so much fun and the views were amazing! Our guides were wonderful and shared with us the history and passion of the island. It's not just Hawaii, it's Hah-Vie-E. It means something that you will find out on tour.

  • 30-Mar-2018

    Great fun, beautiful valley below, and fascinating history

  • 29-Mar-2018

    Great tour with super nice and friendly guides. After one of us had issues with the default ATV's, they placed us in a multi-person buggy similar to a SUV golf cart, which was great to ride and did not take away from the mud or the fun : The paths travelled were nice and offered a variety of driving conditions and the let us from one great viewpoint of the valley to the next offering impressive views!

  • 21-Mar-2018

    Great day in Hawaii and what a fun way to see it! Our guides took us to waterfalls, beautiful overlooks to the valley and even taught us a thing or two about Hawaiian history. I definitely recommend this excursion.

  • 13-Mar-2018

    Been going to the Big Island every year for about 8 years now and finally tried this. What a blast! The ride up the hill and through the potholes and mud is not for the faint of heart - but it's also not difficult at all for a beginner to do. My daughter never rode any kind of motorcycle or ATV before and did just fine. The scenery is beautiful and the guides are friendly, funny, and teach some history and culture on the side to make it interesting. They teach you everything you need to know to operate the ATV and run a VERY safe ride. This also means if you're looking to hot dog it on an ATV trip, this is not the one for you. We stayed relatively clean because it hadn't rained in a while. I'd actually like to go back again sometime when it's more rainy and muddy. We definitely recommend this tour to everyone except the most delicate and sensitive of snowflakes.

  • 01-Feb-2018

    Overall good. Drivers were ok. We did not drive our own atv but rode in a buggy. Swimming was in cold water but bring water shoes as rocks were slippery and sharp. The views were great.

  • 13-Jan-2018

    Absolutely amazing ATV tour! Incredible mountain terrain and delightful folklore of native Hawai'ians and the Waipio Valley...

  • 08-Jan-2018

    This tour was so much fun! The guides were awesome and really appreciate how they kept everyone safe but still made sure it was super fun! The best adventure we’ve had one Hawaii Island! I highly recommend this tour.

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