Where to Find Waterfall Ziplines on the Big Island
Did you know that the Big Island has ziplines over waterfalls?!
In fact, there are 2 places you can do this:
Ziplining is such a fun activity to do on the Big Island, especially if you are an adrenaline junkie!
Let me show where to go!
Waterfall Zipline Tours on the Big Island
Umaumau Experience
⭐️ Rating: 5/5 Stars | ⏳Duration: 2.5hrs | 📍 Location: Hakalau
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Umaumau Experience has you zipping up to 65 miles per hour across 9 long lines, over 14 stunning waterfalls.
Between lines you will also cross a suspension bridge over a river gorge, lava tube, and fern grotto.
There are 4 dual lines so you can race against a friend.
Umauma Experience Zipline Tour includes:
- 9 zipline courses
- Professional guide along the course
- Rain gear if needed – operates rain or shine
- Botanical gardens self-guided tour
Ziplining Restrictions:
- You must be able to climb 3 flights of stairs
- Weight Restriction: 35lb-275lb
- Ages 4+
“The long line that zipped all the way across the gorge and the water was beautiful seeing the waterfalls. It wasn’t even scary at all. I enjoyed it thoroughly.” – Amy
💎UPGRADE to the Zip and Dip Tour. After ziplining, relax with swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding under a private waterfall and a picnic lunch adjacent to the waterfalls delivered to you by utility zip-line! Book Upgrade Here!
Hawaii Zipline Tours
⭐️ Rating: 5/5 Stars | ⏳Duration: 2.5hrs | 📍 Location: Honomu
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Hawaii Zipline Tours takes you on 7 lines and ends flying over their private 250-foot tall Kolekole Falls.
The views from the courses range from dense, lush greenery to panoramic ocean views.
Each zipline course gets longer and higher as you go, with the last one being the longest in Hawaii, stretching an impressive 0.5 miles.
Hawaii Zipline Tours is also located on a working farm with fruits like apple bananas, Hawaiian ginger, pineapples, and sugarcane. If you’re lucky, you might even get to sample some!
Hawaii Zipline Tours includes:
- 7 zipline courses
- Professional guide along the course
- Rain gear if needed – operates rain or shine
Ziplining Restrictions:
- You must be able to hike 1/2 mile at elevation over uneven surfaces
- Weight Restriction: 70lb-260lb
“Definitely the coolest zip lines we have been on! The views were breathtaking. Tour guides were great and knowledgeable about the area. We were educated on some of the local agriculture and ate some fresh bananas and guava off a tree” – Matt
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What to Wear Ziplining
Safety is always key while ziplining, so here’s what you should wear:
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes are required. Make sure your shoes fully enclose your toes and heels.
Clothing: Dress for comfort, like shorts and a t-shirt. You might also want to bring a rain jacket if it looks like rain.
Hair: Tie back long hair so it doesn’t get caught in the lines.You’ll be wearing a helmet so keep it pulled back in something like a low ponytail or braids.
Glasses: It’s recommended to secure glasses or sunglasses with a strap to keep them in place.
Cameras: If you’re bringing a camera or cell phone, be sure to secure them with a strap to avoid losing them.
Sun Protection: If you’re concerned about sun exposure, wear UPF clothing and/or reef-safe sunscreen.
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Should You Zipline Over a Waterfall?
If you’re planning to zipline while on the Big Island, you should definitely consider going on a zipline tour over waterfalls.
It’s a unique feature you won’t find at many zipline courses around the world and it’s gorgeous! 😍
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