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All Reviews for Scenic Hamakua Coast

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293 Reviews
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Wonderful day
Activity Date: 2025/04/11 | Posted on: 2025/05/07

Kilauea was just amazing, I could go every day if it was possible!

Local customer service: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Families
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Intense ride to an amazing waterfall
Activity Date: 2025/05/01 | Posted on: 2025/05/03
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If you like adventure in an area you have not explored before, this is for you. We had a side-by-side thrilling ride to an amazing waterfall. The view is breathtaking and the water so refreshing. Water was great to cool off and clean up a bit. Amanda, Alysha, and Saire were excellent guides. They were very helpful and extremely personable. We highly recommend this Big Island adventure.

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 4
Equipment & facilities: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 4-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + up to 3 Passengers
Attended as: Couples | Weather: Sunny
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Shoes and clothes that can get dirty, bandana for your face, water shoes for swimming..

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ハワイ島 ジップライン7本 コレコレ滝の上を滑走 <英語インストラクター>
It's too comfortable.
気持ちよすぎです
Activity Date: 2025/04/19 | Posted on: 2025/04/25

I love zip-lining. I had done it in Japan before, but this one is on another level. Gliding while overlooking the canyon is just amazing.

ジップラインが好きです日本でもやったことはありましたが、こちらは別格です。
渓谷を見渡しながら滑り抜けるのは、気持ちよ過ぎです。

現地スタッフ: 5
場所・雰囲気: 5
スケジュール: 4
設備: 5
サービスの快適さ: 5
Attended as: Friends | Weather: Sunny
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Enjoyable Day
Activity Date: 2025/03/28 | Posted on: 2025/04/19

We enjoyed our day. The staff were organized and very friendly. They ensured everyone was safe and comfortable. The grounds were beautiful and we enjoyed being able to explore the property and look at the waterfalls. We had a nice time sitting by the waterfall and having time to enjoy going in the water. We were a bit disappointed by the ride itself as were are more seasoned and experienced riders. The pace was very geared to beginners and some guests had no clue what they were doing and that slowed the activity. We also hoped to have a ride close by ocean and that isn’t part of this activity, not their fault. I should have looked into that more. We basically road around through trails in a field. One last bit of advice, they should chill the drink they serve better. We appreciated though being provided a drink and snack part way through.

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 3
Schedule & duration: 3
Equipment & facilities: 3
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 2-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + 1 Passenger
Attended as: Couples | Weather: Sunny
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Ask about who you’re going to be touring with, as less experienced tourists slow the pace down.

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Hilo 8-Line Zipline & Suspension Bridge Rainforest Adventure with Free Photos
Great time!
Activity Date: 2025/03/25 | Posted on: 2025/04/19

Great zip line experience! Beautiful scenery. Always felt safe. Guides were awesome! I was worried about transportation from cruise ship and back. We caught a taxi and same guy came back to pick us up. No problem.

Local customer service: 4
Location & environment: 4
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 4
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: Zip Isle 8 Zip Lines & 200' Suspension Bridge
Attended as: Couples | Weather: Sunny
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ハワイ島 ジップライン体験8本 ワールド・ボタニカル・ガーデンの中を滑走 <英語インストラクター>
It was so much fun!
とにかく楽しい!
Activity Date: 2025/03/30 | Posted on: 2025/04/01

The zip line gradually becomes higher and longer, designed to be more exciting and high-speed, making it a lot of fun. The guides are also great at getting everyone excited, creating a sense of togetherness as we all enjoy ourselves. It's true that if you can't speak English, you might miss half of the conversation, but even so, I was able to participate in the discussions and feel the enjoyable atmosphere.

ジップラインは次第に高く、長いものになり、よりエキサイティングかつハイスピードになるよう構成されていて、すごく楽しいです。
ガイドの方も盛り上げ上手で、みんなで楽しもうという一体感があります。
確かに英語ができないと、話半分になっちゃいますが、それでも話の中には参加でき、楽しい雰囲気を感じることはできました。

現地スタッフ: 5
場所・雰囲気: 5
スケジュール: 5
設備: 4
サービスの快適さ: 5
Attended as: Families with Young Children | Weather: Cloudy
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If you rely entirely on the navigation system to get to the meeting place, you might not arrive. A little caution is needed at the end.

集合場所には、ナビに全頼りだと着かないかもしれません。最後は少し注意が必要です。

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Waipio Horseback Riding Tour | 2-Hour Trail along Hamakua Coast with Stunning Ocean Views
Wonderful!
Activity Date: 2025/03/19 | Posted on: 2025/03/27

My daughter had a blast. She rides horses and the guides worked so splendid to give her a day she will certainly remember!

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 9:30AM - Morning Hamakua Coast Horseback Ride
Attended as: Others
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Fantastic!
Activity Date: 2025/03/18 | Posted on: 2025/03/24

This is our second time on this tour and we highly recommend it. Staff are great and the swimming was wonderful!

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 4-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + up to 3 Passengers
Attended as: Families with Young Children | Weather: Cloudy
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Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure
Thrills!
Activity Date: 2025/02/15 | Posted on: 2025/03/19

Great course, the waterfall was breathtaking. Overall would do it again!

Location & environment: 5
Packages: Zipline Tour (7-Line Course)
Attended as: Friends
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Great route
Activity Date: 2025/02/14 | Posted on: 2025/03/19

Gorgeous scenery, the provider has a great route for this excursion! I could dream of these views.

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Couples
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
A wonderful full day experience!
Activity Date: 2025/01/17 | Posted on: 2025/03/19

You get it all here! It is always nice to get a swim experience more personalized to the tour!!

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 2-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + 1 Passenger
Attended as: Families | Weather: Sunny
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Awesome and fun way to see this small corner of the island!
Activity Date: 2025/03/08 | Posted on: 2025/03/10

We had a blast exploring the WOH ranch on our ATVs. Be prepared to get covered in dust but the amazing views make it worth it! Our guides were amazing - making sure the whole group was comfortable and having fun. They shared info about the ranch as well as the island. In addition to being great tour guides they had a lot of great suggestions for places to eat and things to see while on the big island.

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 4
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Couples | Weather: Sunny
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Bring a change of clothes and your camera!

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グラスボトムボートクルーズ <カイルアコナ発・英語ガイド>
In the waters of Hawaii Island.
ハワイ島の海の中
Activity Date: 2025/01/29 | Posted on: 2025/02/26

I didn't want to go into the ocean, but my elderly mother did, and since it was our first time in Hawaii, I wanted to see the underwater world while snorkeling. The glass-bottom boat made both of our wishes come true.

While we didn't see a wide variety of colorful corals, the water was clearer than we expected, and we were able to see quite a few fish. We even encountered dolphins! Although we only saw their fins.

The staff were cheerful and kind, and even though we hardly spoke any English, we had a great time.

海に入りたくない高齢の母と、せっかく初めてのハワイ島だからシュノーケルで海の中を見てみたい私。どちらの希望も叶えてくれたのがこのグラスボートでした。

色とりどりの珊瑚〜とまではいきませんでしたが、予想より水の透明度が高く、そこそこ魚も見られました。イルカも遭遇しましたよ!ヒレしか見えませんでしたが。

スタッフも明るく親切、英語のほとんど話せない私達でも充分楽しめました。

現地スタッフ: 5
場所・雰囲気: 5
スケジュール: 5
設備: 4
サービスの快適さ: 5
Attended as: Families | Weather: Sunny
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Hawaii Horseback Riding Tour with Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Wonderful
Activity Date: 2025/01/06 | Posted on: 2025/02/15

immersive experience in the big island waterfalls on horseback, unbeatable!

Packages: 9:00 AM Morning Ride
Attended as: Families
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Great family adventure!
Activity Date: 2025/01/29 | Posted on: 2025/02/03

My husband and I and our two kids (ages 8 & 6) rode in the 4-seater and it was great fun! Driving through the mud was slippery and exciting and while we all got a bit muddy and wet the UTV protects you from most of the splash. Our favourite bit was swimming in the waterfall. There were life vests for the kids which made it easy not to worry about them. The water was cold but really refreshing and beautiful. The guides were great and helped us out of a few jams after we fishtailed off the track!

Local customer service: 4
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: 4-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + up to 3 Passengers
Attended as: Families with Young Children | Weather: Cloudy
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Bring a change of clothes and change of shoes for after! Putting wet socks back on is the worst.

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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Excellent day tour!!!!!!!!!!!
Activity Date: 2024/12/22 | Posted on: 2025/01/11
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Brett was an excellent tour guide. Funny engaging and informative. It is a long day as the island is rather large. Greenwell Farms (coffee farm) was our first stop. Excellent coffee! Brett explained the growing and harvesting process, followed by tasting and souvenir purchases. Then on to the Punalu'u sweetbread bakery for treats. I lived the Lilikoi flavored pastry. Nice gift shop also. Next stop was Punalu'u black sand beach with a bonus sleeping turtle. Quick provided tasty lunch at a shady state park. Next into Volcano National Park. Brett has fantastic volcano pics. Kilauea was steeming and erupted hours later. Traveled down a large lava tube, very cool. Huge old lava fields. Next on to Rainbow falls and majestic Akaka falls on the East side of the island. On the North end, we visited Waipi'o lookout for sunset. It was along day, but excellent. Strongly recommend. Brett made the trip very enjoyable.

Local customer service: 5
Location & environment: 5
Schedule & duration: 5
Equipment & facilities: 5
Comfort & well-being: 5
Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Families | Weather: Sunny
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It is a long day, lots to see.

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ハワイ島 ジップライン7本 コレコレ滝の上を滑走 <英語インストラクター>
Ziplining is the best!
ジップライン 最高❗️
Activity Date: 2024/10/21 | Posted on: 2024/10/25

The weather was nice, with views of the ocean and waterfalls, and I enjoyed the increasingly long zip line while having a banana. I was worried about not being able to speak English, but they were very kind and made me feel at ease. I believe that even those who don't speak English can participate. The seventh zip line had a rainbow over the waterfall, which was amazing! Moreover, the landing spot was also interesting. It might have been a coincidence, but the other participants from California and other countries were all friendly and the tour had a great atmosphere.

お天気も良く、海や滝が見えて、バナナをいただきながら、だんだん長くなるジップラインを楽しめました。
英語ができないので心配していましたが、優しく対応してくださるので安心です。英語のできない方も参加可能だと、私的には思います。
7本目のジップラインは滝に虹がかかっていて、最高‼️でした。その上、着地地点も面白かったですよ。
たまたまかもしれませんが、カリフォルニアや他国から参加の他の方も、皆さん優しくて和やかで、雰囲気の良いツアーでした。

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Hawaii Horseback Riding Tour with Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Great horses and beautiful country!
Activity Date: 2024/10/17 | Posted on: 2024/10/19

The horses were well taken care of and the guides are great!! All of our group had a great time! I would highly recommend!!

Packages: 1:00 PM Afternoon Ride
Attended as: Couples
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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
It's a great way the experience the island in one day
Activity Date: 2024/10/04 | Posted on: 2024/10/06

The Grand Circle Island tour is a great way to have a compact adventure all in one day. It was full of beautiful scenic views of cliffsides, beaches, cooled lava formations, waterfalls, volanic crater, and so much more. You experience a hike through a rainforest with some inclines at times, volcanic steam vents that feel like you're in a sauna, turtle viewing at Black Sand beach, cliffsides overlooking crashing waves, a coffee harvesting & processing walkthrough, a lava tube cave, and much more. Some hikes can be a bit challenging if you have mobility problems but our tour guide Brent is so accommodating and on the HNP Kilauea hike, you can ride along with him to the top of the viewing area if you're not able to do the short walk. Additionally, Brent is not just a tour guide, he will transport you to another time. He wove an amazing storytelling of Native Hawaiin history into the scenic mountains, beaches, historical battleground sites, trees, buildings, fantastical stories, and rich cultural backdrop. I walked away with a deep appreciation for how the Hawaiian island and culture came to be. This was an amazing way to experience the island!

Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Couples
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Umauma Falls Hilo Zipline Tours on the Big Island - 9 Lines with Optional Waterfall Swim & Lunch
Lots of fun
Activity Date: 2024/09/19 | Posted on: 2024/09/21

Great experience. Worth it to rent the camera. Great views of the falls.

Packages: 9-Line Zipline Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Hawaii Horseback Riding Tour with Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Gorgeous grounds
Activity Date: 2024/07/30 | Posted on: 2024/09/16

Horses are so loved here, and are so great with guests. We loved this excursion and would come back!

Packages: 9:00 AM Morning Ride
Attended as: Couples
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aloha kara, thank you for taking the time to give positive feedback and review from your experience,, we appreciate it so much, yes the horses are very much loved, and they are trained to be guest ready. come back soon.. mahalo, wailea horseback adventure ohana.

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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Fabulously Done
Activity Date: 2024/07/21 | Posted on: 2024/09/16

Really easy way to get to see so many fabulous spots around the Big Island without needing to drive and look at directions all day!!

Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Friends
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ハワイ島 ジップライン7本 コレコレ滝の上を滑走 <英語インストラクター>
Beautiful scenery
美しい景色
Activity Date: 2024/09/14 | Posted on: 2024/09/16

After making a reservation in Japan, head to the store counter at the designated time. It takes a bit of time to enter the tour's specified website and sign contracts in case of accidents. Since there are no Japanese speakers, it can be challenging if you don't understand some English (a translation device is also possible).

After that, you put on the gear, wear a helmet, and head up the mountain in a microbus. If you're wearing a baseball cap, you can wear it under the helmet, but other types are not allowed. Initially, you'll slide down a distance of about 20 meters to get accustomed to it after a safety briefing before starting.

From the second run onward, the distance gradually increases, and finally, you'll have a long run over the valley from a platform about 6 meters high. About ten people are accompanied by two guides, ensuring safety at all times. People of all ages, from children to the elderly, can safely enjoy the beautiful scenery.

日本で予約して、現地の予約時間にお店のカウンターへ。ツアーの指定したHPに入って、事故等が起きた場合の契約書などへのサインを行うのに、少し時間がかかります。日本語を話す人はいませんので、ある程度の英語を理解出来ないと苦しい。(翻訳機でも可能ですけど)。
そのあと、装具を身につけてヘルメットを被りマイクロバスで山の上の方へ向かう。野球帽ならばヘルメットの下に被れるけど、他のタイプはダメ。最初は20メートルくらいにのもので、スタート前の安全など講義後に慣れる意味で滑る。
2本目から徐々に距離が伸びていき、最後は6mくらいの高さの台から谷超えのロングラン。10名くらいに二人のガイドが同行して、常に安全を確保。子供から高齢者の方まで安全に綺麗でな、景色を楽しめます。

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Umauma Falls Experience - Waterfall Swim Tour, Kayak, SUP & Picnic Lunch
Great experience!
Activity Date: 2024/07/08 | Posted on: 2024/09/01

Wonderful day on the water, good pace to take a day away from the ocean and the heat!

Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
An amazing adventure!
Activity Date: 2024/08/03 | Posted on: 2024/08/28

The AT tour was an amazing experience. Our 6 year old had the time of her life. We rode in the 4x4 and we're more protected from mud than the others. We still got a little muddy but it was just enough to be fun.

The waterfall was a great experience. The water was very, very cold. It was nice to wash off and enjoy a snack before heading back.

The weather was cool and wet during our trip. We wore pants and didn't get hot.

I highly recommend the ATV experience. It is a great family adventure. If you need the 4x4, I recommend reserving early as availability is limited.

Packages: 4-Seater UTV Package: 1 Driver + up to 3 Passengers
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Informative and fun for the family
Activity Date: 2024/06/24 | Posted on: 2024/07/20

Great little ATV tour of a working fruit farm, the kids loved fishing in the ponds and the views of the coastline were gorgeous.
Guides were informative and made everyone comfortable.
Well worth the visit!

Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Fun time! ATV & Waterfall experience
Activity Date: 2024/06/15 | Posted on: 2024/07/06

Had a fantastic time on the tour. Great guides! ATV part had beautiful views, drove through mud stopped and saw the waterfall for pictures. Walked down to the falls to swim, jumped in the water from the small cliff, the water was a perfect. Had snacks at the falls.

Packages: Solo Rider ATV Package (Driver Only)
Attended as: Families
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Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Hawaii ATV in big island
Activity Date: 2024/07/03 | Posted on: 2024/07/05

It was soooo much fun. Definitely we want to do it again. The tour guys were amazing too. They are so nice and polite and professional.

Packages: 2-Seater UTV Tandem Ride Package
Attended as: Families
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Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Amazing experience!
Activity Date: 2024/06/05 | Posted on: 2024/06/29

We thoroughly enjoyed the Grand Circle Island Tour. We had the opportunity to visit so many different parts of the island and experience the true beauty of the Big Island. The tour was well planned and Neil was an amazing host!
I definitely recommend that all visitors try this tour at least once!

Packages: Grand Circle Island & Volcanoes National Park
Attended as: Families
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ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー 知られざる秘境ハマクア・コーストの山から海へと続く絶景トレイルコース <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ワイピオ・オン・ホースバック
最高の乗馬体験!
Best horseback riding ever !
Activity Date: 2024/06/19 | Posted on: 2024/06/21

The outdoor riding at the very lovely farm was amazing! The horses were smart and gentle, and the friendly instructor provided freshly picked fruits and explained the nature around us, which made me very satisfied.

とても素敵なファームでの外乗、最高でした!
馬達は賢く穏やかでフレンドリーなインストラクターがもぎたてのフルーツをくれたり自然の説明をしてくれて大満足でした。

Packages: 午後プラン
Attended as: Couples
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Things to Do in Big Island in 2026 – Tours & Activities | HawaiiActivities.com
A beautiful, lush landscape filled with waterfalls, valleys, rainforests, and black sand beaches, the Hamakua Coast exists in stark contrast with the rest of the Big Island's dry, arid climate. Fly past the stunning sea cliffs of the Kohala Coast, take a horseback tour of Waipio Valley to visit a hidden waterfall, or zipline over the famous Akaka Falls, plunging hundreds of feet to the valley floor. The beauty of Hamakua offers visitors adventures and panoramas like no other place on the island.