The 7 Best Zipline Tours on the Big Island You Can Book

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

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

Meet in Honomu for a two-and-a-half-hour, seven-line zipline course near Akaka Falls. Guides such as Rose, Bobby, Julia, and Riley build your confidence one line at a time, share Hawaiian farming traditions, serve tropical fruit, and finish with a long flight over a 250-foot waterfall.

“We went from Kona, it was a long drive but totally worth it. Great views, well organized, equipment in good conditions, great staff.”

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2.9-Line Waterfall Zipline Experience

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

At The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, you’ll gear up with professional guides, ride vans to the top of the property, then cross nine ziplines above treetops, rivers, and Umauma Falls. Four lines are side-by-side for racing. Allow 2 to 2.5 hours, wear closed-toe shoes, and plan to drive yourself.

“I cannot say enough great things about this. I took my 10 year old granddaughters and they had the time of their lives! Crew was so friendly and created an unforgettable experience. Definitely a do not miss!”

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3.8-Zipline & Suspension Bridge Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 914 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $237

Fly through a Hawaiian rainforest on eight ziplines, cross a suspension bridge, and race beside 250-foot Kamaee Falls. Guides such as John, Tryson, Justin, Lish, and Jason keep the 2.5-hour outing safe, light, and informative. Your ticket also includes water, photos, and a self-guided Botanical World tour.

“The staff is phenomenal and is always there to guide and assist regardless whether you are young or old, newbie or experienced. We have been here 2 times and will probably come again if we make it back to the Big Island.”

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4.Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

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

Spend about three hours above Kohala’s forest near Hawi, crossing suspension bridges and riding eight ziplines with certified guides. You control your speed and body position on a quiet, modern course. Guides such as Jake, Davyn, Kody, and Decker have helped make the outing friendly and calm for first-timers, families, and nervous riders.

“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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5.Big Island Hilo Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 2h 30m · from $235Best value

At Akaka Iki near Hilo, you ride seven guided ziplines across a working farm, beginning with short practice lines and ending above Kolekole Falls. Expect ocean views, tropical crops, a half-mile final line, and a 0.5-mile walk over uneven ground. Guides such as Ku'uipo, Julia, Josh, and Ryley have led groups with a warm, safety-first style.

“Amazing, amazing, amazing! Definitely worth it. This was my first time ziplining and our guides Ku'uipo and Julia were knowledgeable and amazing. Best way to see the falls and the local places nearby are amazing as well. Best shaved iced ever.”

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6.3-Hour Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $256

In Hawi, you’ll gear up with two certified guides before riding a 4x4 to Kohala’s full canopy course. Expect 8 ziplines reaching up to 45 mph, 6 sky bridges, a forest trek, and a final rappel. Guides such as Curtis, Eli, and Boo Boo have helped make this a friendly choice for first-timers and families.

“Dave and Boo Boo were the greatest! If you go, make sure you have them as your guides!”

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7.Full-Day Kohala Zipline and Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 9 hours · from $361

You’ll ride from Kona to Hawi with guides such as Dane, then tackle eight ziplines, six sky bridges, and a rappel in Kohala’s forest. After lunch above the coast, walk through a private reserve to several waterfalls and swim beneath one. The small group is limited to nine, with gear, towels, drinks, and pickup included.

“Done was a great driver and guide, his knowledge of the island, the people and their history is informative and fun. He certainly makes the drive to and from the location a lot more fun . If there was anything I would add to the zipline and this would not work for everyone would be cargo nets to zipline into . We have done this at a couple of other zips and you then climb to the next line but it was still brilliant without them 😀”

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