Botanical Tour and waterfall swim at The Cloudforest Bioreserve

At the Bioreserve, the orchids overlooking the waterfall create a breathtaking scene. These delicate, vibrant flowers cling to the misty cliffs, thriving in the humid air and cool temperatures.

Kikala Falls is at the heart of the Bioreserve and provides great swimming experiences.

At the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve, we believe you can never have enough sunflowers! Their cheerful, towering blooms add bursts of bright yellow across the garden, creating a joyful atmosphere.

Botanical Tour and waterfall swim at The Cloudforest Bioreserve

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, French

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

What makes our tour unique is the rare opportunity to swim in stunning waterfalls set against the backdrop of a unique climate - a montane tropical cloudforest. The cool, misty climate allows both temperate and tropical plants to thrive side by side, creating a one-of-a-kind botanical experience. You'll explore a landscape where vibrant orchids, majestic palms, and towering conifers grow in harmony. The tour blends natural beauty, adventure, and education, culminating in a refreshing dip in our waterfall—a truly unforgettable Hawaiian experience.

What's included

In-person: English, French, German Guide
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea

Lunch
Gratuities

What to expect

2h · Admission ticket included

Embark on an unforgettable botanical tour of the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve, where nature's beauty surrounds you at every turn. Stroll through lush gardens filled with vibrant orchids, magestic palms, towering conifers and rare native Hawaiian plants, while learning about the unique mix of tropical and temperate species that thrive here. As the tour unfolds, you'll experience the breathtaking diversity of the cloudforest. We end our adventure with a refreshing swim beneath one of our stunning waterfalls where you can enjoy the invigorating rush of cool water cascading around you—an exhilarating finale to a day of exploration. Book your tour today and experience the magic!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please follow the signs for the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve when you come up Kaiwiki Rd. The sign will be 4 miles up on the left hand side. Turn left at the sign and then at the top of the hill go straight through the entrance and take a left towards the community center.

End point

Please follow the signs for the Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve when you come up Kaiwiki Rd. The sign will be 4 miles up on the left hand side. Turn left at the sign and then at the top of the hill go straight through the entrance and take a left towards the community center.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

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