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Maunakea and Rainbow Falls Private Tour

Maunakea and Rainbow Falls Private Tour

Quick Details
  • Location: Hilo, Hawaii
  • Duration: Approximately 4 hours. The amount of time spent at each stop within the 4-hour charter is customizable. The drive time from Hilo Pier to Maunakea is approximately 1 hour.
  • Capacity: Up to 6 passengers (Exclusive SUV)
  • Pickup Location: Hilo Pier, Hawaii Island

*This tour does not go to the summit. 

Note: Tours are available on select dates and for select cruises.  If your ship isnʻt listing in the availability, the tour is not offered for that sailing. 

Sacred Heights and Waterfall Wonders: Maunakea & Rainbow Falls Private Tour

Experience Maunakea’s cultural significance beauty on a personalized Big Island adventure.

Ascend Maunakea, climbing over 9,000 feet to the Onizuka Center for International Astronomy. As you make your way up, marvel at the sweeping landscapes of Mauna Kea, also known as the “White Mountain” for the snow that often graces its summit. Explore the Onizuka Center, where you’ll uncover the sacred significance of Maunakea, home to world-class telescopes. Along the way, discover rare endemic plants thriving in this high-altitude environment, while soaking in panoramic views that stretch across the Big Island.

After this cultural and educational experience, continue to the enchanting Rainbow Falls. This 80-foot waterfall, cascading over a lava cave, is said to be the home of Hina, the Hawaiian moon goddess and the mother of the demigod Māui. Known as Waiānuenue, meaning “rainbow water,” the falls are framed by lush greenery and a mango orchard. Watch as sunlight catches the tumbling water, creating mesmerizing rainbows that dance in the mist.

This private tour accommodates up to six passengers in a comfortable SUV and is fully customizable to your group’s interests, with options to pause for meals, coffee, or hidden gems along the way. Blending science, culture, and natural beauty, the Maunakea & Rainbow Falls Private Tour delivers a personalized, once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and cultural explorers alike.

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OUR PRICE

Per Vehicle $ 1,226.00

Note: Tours are available on select dates and for select cruises. If your cruise ship isn’t listed in the availability, the tour is not offered for that sailing.

 

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