Botanical Tour and waterfall swim at The Cloudforest Bioreserve

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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
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Meeting Location

Meeting point

2893 Kaiwiki Rd a, Hilo, HI 96720, USA

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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.

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What To Expect

The Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve

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!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Activity code: C-5522248P1

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