The 4 Best Big Island of Hawaii Zipline Tours

1.Big Island Zipline Tour Near Akaka Falls (250-ft Waterfall!)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $246Our pick

Near Hilo and Akaka Falls, this 2.5-hour tour builds from gentle practice lines to one of Hawaii’s longest zipline crossings, high above Kolekole Falls. Guides such as Rose, Bobby, Julia, and Riley mix careful safety checks with Hawaiian agriculture stories and tropical fruit samples. You need closed-toe shoes, a 40 to 260-pound weight range, and transport to Honomu.

“Absolutely beautiful experience. The final Zipline with the waterfall was beautiful. The guides were really fun and we learned a lot during our experience”

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2.Big Island: 9-Line Waterfall Zipline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,057 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $253

At The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, you’ll ride nine guided ziplines over treetops, rivers, and waterfalls, with Pacific Ocean views from each platform. Four lines run side by side, so you can race a friend. Wes and Skippy are among the guides praised for their calm, funny approach. Allow about 2.5 hours.

“Absolutely an amazing experience from being to end! The CREW was outstanding and made it the best but the zip lines were also fantastic! I'll be doing this everytime i'm on the island! It's that fun!!”

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3.Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 720 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $256

At Kohala Zipline near Hawi, you’ll cross suspension bridges and ride a series of forest ziplines with certified guides such as Jake, Davyn, Kody, and Decker. The course mixes shaded rainforest, local stories, adjustable flight positions, and a fast final run with ocean views. Expect about three hours, a maximum of eight people, and a 70 to 270 pound weight limit.

“Never Zipline before and had a great time. Tammi was a great leader and the guy was fun and encouraging. Definitely recommend.”

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4.Big Island 9-Line Zipline Experience Plus Private Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $347

Spend about four hours at The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, flying across nine ziplines before lunch and time at a private waterfall pond. Guides such as John, Rusty, Skippy, Kip, Hunter, Hogg, Avery, and Koda have led lively, safety-focused tours. Bring closed-toe shoes, mosquito repellent, and a towel.

“Beautiful location and an activity to check off our bucket list. Highly recommend for a family of all ages.”

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