Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui





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Discover the natural beauty hidden just off Hawaii’s famed Hana Highway on a waterfalls and rainforest hike in East Maui. The 5-hour excursion takes you deep into one of Hawaii’s most popular valleys, where several waterfalls tumble within a short distance of one another. On this relaxed hike, take a dip into the pools located beneath the falls, clamor up columnar basalt rock formations to jump safely into the water, and enjoy a healthy lunch.
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- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements (2 passengers minimum). In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Maximum of 9 passengers per booking. For larger groups, please contact the supplier directly.
- Wear athletic footwear that can get wet and muddy or strong sports sandals like Tevas, Chacos, or Keens.
Reviews(1,461)
We did this hike in 2022 and loved it. We redid it in 2026 and had an even better time, somehow. Definitely would recommend!
Amazing! Our guides, Naomi and Jez were an amazing team who made our family trip fun and importantly safe. They were so attentive but let us explore. It was fun. Some of us went into the waterfalls and some jumped into the water. They showed knowledge and their care of the eco environment. Our age range from teens to 70’s and everyone unanimously agreed that it was great experience. Highly recommended. Thanks!!
This tour was an absolute highlight of our Maui vacation! Our tour guide Joel was so knowledgeable and fun. He let us try fruits and flowers that were edible along the way as we adventured to 3 waterfalls to jump and swim in. Hike Maui has access to secluded areas, so we were the only people at each stop at times. They provided all of the essentials we needed for a great day - lunch, snacks, bug spray, etc. Other groups weren’t doing the exact same path, and the tour felt “custom” to an extent; I’d return to do the tour again for sure!
Our waterfall hike was truly exceptional and one of the most memorable experiences of our trip. The scenery was breathtaking, and the opportunity to hike through the rainforest and jump into waterfalls made for an unforgettable adventure. What really made the experience stand out was our guide, who was knowledgeable, engaging, and made everyone feel safe and comfortable throughout the excursion. Their passion and enthusiasm added so much to the day. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun, active, and uniquely Hawaiian experience! 🌿💦🌺
Mahalo! We’re so glad your waterfall hike was such a memorable part of your trip. Hiking through the rainforest, taking in the breathtaking scenery, and jumping into waterfalls really does make for an unforgettable Maui adventure. We’re especially happy to hear your guide helped everyone feel safe, comfortable, and engaged throughout the day. Thank you for highly recommending Hike Maui to others looking for a fun, active, and uniquely Hawaiian experience!
We did the waterfalls hike with Allison as our guide. Allison was amazing -- a super-chill surfer-girl turned botanist, naturalist and historian! She was an endless font of interesting information on the flora, fauna, history and current culture of Hawaii. Her enthusiasm and love for Hawaii is contagious ---even to my two teenagers! When I booked this trip, I was wondering if I could do these hikes on my own and find these waterfalls. The waterfalls seem to be partially on private land. It's not totally clear what parts are private and what parts are public. But it doesn't matter, because even if it was all on public land there is NO WAY I could find these sites. The trails are completely unmarked. Additionally, Allison advised us on what was safe and what was not safe. We went after a day of heavy rains so some of the sites were not safe for cliff-jumping or going into the water. We enjoyed it all just the same. The sites were very beautiful, particularly the site called "The Cave" which is a waterfall that goes over a large cave beneath it. A great trip!! Thank you Allison!
Mahalo for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re so glad you had a great waterfalls hike with Allie. Her love for Hawaiʻi, deep knowledge of the plants, wildlife, history, and culture, and her easygoing spirit really do make the experience special. We’re especially happy to hear she kept your teenagers engaged too! You also highlighted exactly why going with a guide makes such a difference — knowing where to go, understanding changing trail and water conditions, and making safety decisions after heavy rain are all such important parts of the day. We’re thrilled you still had a beautiful adventure and got to experience special places like “The Cave.” Mahalo for joining us, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with Allie!
Very cool experience! We enjoyed learning about different plants in the area, and we got to see and swim in waterfalls.
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed your Hike Maui tour and the chance to learn about Maui’s rainforest plants along the way. Waterfall swims are always a refreshing bonus, and we appreciate you choosing us for your adventure!
It’s really fun. It’s climbing over big tree roots, across rivers with strong currents, and down the side of small hills rocks, I. 57&my bestie is 58 and we did it! Our guide MoMo was just fantastic and so full of knowledge in anything about the islands. Very helpful and kind as can be.
Thank you! We’re so glad Momo helped make your Hike Maui adventure fun, encouraging, and full of great island insight. Sounds like you and your bestie handled the rainforest like champs! We appreciate you joining us for such a memorable Maui tour.
Beautiful excursion! Our guide was great, and we got to see some really interesting places and things!
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed your Hike Maui tour and had the chance to discover some of Maui’s beautiful hidden gems along the way. We appreciate you joining us for the adventure!
Such a wonderful hike. Angela was an energetic, friendly and all around great tour guide. The falls were fantastic and the opportunity to swim at two falls- incoming a cliff jump (when conditions allow). Learned so much of the history and nature of Maui and also got to taste a few “natural” treats along the hike. They supply each person with a backpack, lunch, poncho and insect repellant (but we didn’t need it). Highly suggest this tour/hike and Angela.
Thank you for the wonderful recommendation! We’re so glad Angela helped make your Hike Maui adventure memorable with her energy, knowledge, and friendly spirit. Waterfalls, swimming, Maui history, and a few tasty nature surprises along the trail make for a pretty special day. We truly appreciate you choosing Hike Maui and hope to welcome you back for another tour soon!
I love to hike, so overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this wet, muddy, slippery hike! I am height-challenged, so there were a few spots where I needed assistance to climb over large fallen tree trunks and step up/down in some spots, but I'm accustomed to this type of challenge & it has yet to stop me from continuing to hike. I highly recommend wearing water-resistant hiking shoes or carry a pair of water shoes to switch into for the waterfalls. Women intending to enter the water should consider wearing a two-piece swimsuit under hiking clothes because it's too dirty in the port-a-potties to pull off exterior clothing & pull-down a one-piece swimsuit to use the facility! Our guide, Grayson, took great care of us in the group and made this hike both educational & entertaining.
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re glad your adventurous spirit was rewarded with a memorable Hike Maui tour, mud and all. Grayson will appreciate the shoutout for keeping the day safe, engaging, and fun while helping everyone navigate the trail. Your practical tips are helpful for future hikers, and we’re grateful you chose Hike Maui for your waterfall adventure.



