15 Waterfall Shore Excursions to Book Before You Fly

1.Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,338 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $159Our pick

Spend about six hours touring from Hilo Port to Kilauea, steam vents, sulfur banks, and Thurston Lava Tube, then spot for turtles at Richardson Black Sand Beach. Guides such as Jess, Robert, Donna, and Hannibal are known for lively local stories. Port transfers, park fees, and water are included.

“The whole trip was great, and our tour guide Hannibal made it awesome! Hannibal had a wealth of knowledge to share, jokes, facts and personal experience of the area and island in general. Unfortunately the volcano wasn’t erupting when we visited, but Hannibal showed us a great video he took of an eruption from the same spot earlier in the week! I definitely recommend the tour, especially with Hannibal as the tour guide! Planning this tour through Viator was easy and everything went smoothly. And we love it when a plan comes together!”

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2.Shore Excursion: Petrohue Waterfalls, Frutillar & Puerto Varas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 554 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $85

Travel from Puerto Montt to Petrohué Waterfalls, Puerto Varas, and Frutillar in about six hours. Guides such as Emily, Ignacio, Erik, and Cony add local history and clear timing, while empanadas, Chilean wine, pisco sour, and kuchen bring regional flavor to this scenic shore excursion.

“Feb 8: This was a fabulous day with friends Ignacio was our guide and very knowledgeable and good spirit And our driver Iligio was also great We couldn’t have had better weather! Thank you for the wonderful empanadas, wine and pisco sours”

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3.Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 554 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $108

Meet your guide beside Haugesund’s cruise dock for a 5 to 6-hour coach trip to Langfoss waterfall and Åkrafjorden. Expect about 1.5 hours each way, a stop at Haraldshaugen, and a break at Åkrafjordtunet. Guides such as Lilly, Aline, Jamie, and Christina add history and humor.

“Very picturesque waterfall. As there's not a lot to see in haugesund it's well worth a visit. The guide was very knowledgeable and chatty.”

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4.Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187Top rated

Join Mauka Makai Adventures for a small-group Hilo tour of Kilauea, steam vents, Halema'uma'u Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, Rainbow Falls, Big Island Candies, and Lili'uokalani Gardens. Guides such as Jill and Josh share local stories in a comfortable van for up to 12 people.

“Excellent guide and excursion. Driver was informative and very knowledgeable. He was very fun and entertaining too! Well worth it.”

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5.Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 363 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $154

Spend about six hours exploring Hilo’s volcanic coast, Kaumana Caves, Lava Tree State Park, Pahoa, and recent lava-flow areas. Guides such as Ellen, Troy, Dave, and Lori add local history and may adjust the route around weather, crowds, or volcanic activity. Pickup and ship return are included.

“Ellen was a phenomenal tour guide! I loved all the stops we made, specially the cave & waterfall. If you are going to explore the cave, I definitely recommend that you bring sneakers so you can explore as the rocks are slippery.”

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6.Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $189

Join Anthony, Desmond, or another Shaka Braddah guide for a 6 to 7-hour Hilo shore excursion covering Rainbow Falls, Liliʻuokalani Gardens, Kilauea, Nahuku Lava Tube, and Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach. Lunch, fruit samples, cultural artifacts, and port pickup are included.

“The best tour in Hilo and the best tour guide duo! Outstanding knowledge, hospitality, and care. Mahalo.”

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7.Myvatn Nature Baths & Goðafoss Waterfall Akureyri Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $248

This six-hour Akureyri shore trip combines Goðafoss waterfall, a brief Lake Mývatn viewpoint, and about two hours at the geothermal Mývatn Nature Baths. Guides such as Niko, Petra, Victoria, and Nicole have led recent departures. Port pickup is timed around cruise arrivals, but confirm the exact bus meeting point carefully.

“The Falls and the Hot Springs were fabulous! Our guide Nika a woman from Spain did a fabulous job also and our driver was very skilled.The chicken sandwich I did not enjoy!”

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8.Shore Excursion: Quick Zip and Waterfalls of Damajagua Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $94

Spend four to five hours hiking, swimming, sliding, and jumping through Damajagua’s limestone cascades, then enjoy lunch and three easy ACCT-certified ziplines. Private transport, guides, equipment, water, and a vegetarian-friendly meal are included. Bring solid shoes, swimwear, and patience for possible crowds.

“First , we went during spring break and it was very busy. We did waterfalls first which THIS company takes you to what appears to be the only company that does the waterfalls experience and there were a TON of people at the Falls - too many. We enjoyed the experience but it was a LOT of waiting. LADIES- bring a pair of spandex shorts for over your suit bottoms- the slides are bumpy and rub your bare skin. I’d honestly have paid more for LESS people - I felt like we waited and waited and waited and then only a couple jumps / falls. The company this excursion was…”

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9.Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $84Best value

From Akureyri Cruise Terminal, a guide such as Johannes or Sigurlaug takes you by private vehicle to Goðafoss, the Waterfall of the Gods. You get about 40 minutes at the falls, plus commentary and a direct return to port. Warm clothes and sturdy shoes are essential.

“the tour operator, Imagine Iceland, canceled our tour after we had paid for it. They said, we were the only 2 for the tour and they could not run the tour for 2 people, which I understand. The lady at the desk took us to another tour group, Nortour Iceland, operating the Godafoss tour and they put us on that bus. Then when it was time for the driver to come to pick us up, he didn't come back for over an hour and a half. Another driver for the same company came and assured us he would come back to get us, and he finally did. It caused us…”

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10.Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $169

From Akureyri’s port, you’ll visit Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn’s pseudocraters, Dimmuborgir, Grjótagjá Cave, and the steaming ground at Námaskarð. Expect a 5 to 7-hour outing with port pickup, a driver-guide, WiFi, and time to walk at each stop.

“Incredible beauty - tour guide was excellent and informative. We never felt rushed at any of the stops.”

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11.Shore excursion 7 waterfalls &5 zip lines amber cove & Taino bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $120

From Amber Cove or Taino Bay, you’ll hike about 30 minutes through jungle with guides such as Cloudio and Andriw, then tackle five ziplines and seven Damajagua waterfalls by jumping, sliding, and swimming. Lunch, drinks, safety gear, park fees, and shared transport are included.

“Our tour guide Cloudio A.K.A Sexy Paparazzi was the best, very fun and entertaining. Andriw was our waterfall and zip line guide, also a blast to be around. The lunch at the end was delicious. This excursion was the highlight of our cruise. Got to experience the culture by grinding our own coffee and listening to some locals.”

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12.Volcano Adventure Tour & Waterfall – Shore Excursion from Hilo Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $199

Start at Hilo Harbor for a six-hour small-group tour to Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, Richardson Beach, the King Kamehameha Statue, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Guides such as Nate, Steve, and Mickey bring humor and island knowledge, but volcano viewing time can depend on the day’s schedule.

“This tour was amazing. Nate was a great guide. Very funny and knowledgeable. There was 6 of us on the tour which was nice. I would highly recommend.”

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13.7 Waterfalls & 5 Zip Lines Shore Excursion Amber Cove & Taino Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $149

From Amber Cove or Taino Bay, ride to Damajagua, hike uphill through jungle, then zip across five lines and two suspension bridges to the seventh fall. Jump, slide, and swim toward the first fall before changing for a Dominican buffet. Guides such as Carlos and Raul are known for calm, helpful support.

“Cannot recommend this company enough! Our ship docked half an hour earlier than it should have, so we were late getting to the pick up point. Raul (guide) and Henry (driver) were still waiting and totally understood. On the way to the piRead more”

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14.Private Hilo Shore Excursion to Volcano Waterfall and Black Sand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

Join Adam and the Hawaii Island Time team for a flexible 6 to 7 hour private tour from Hilo. See Kīlauea, Thurston Lava Tube, Rainbow Falls, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, local coffee, and macadamia treats, with room to adjust the route for your group.

“Despite the rainy weather, the tour was amazing. Adam was a fantastic guide and amazing helps to my elderly family members!”

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15.Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanic Garden Shared Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $166

Travel from Akureyri to Goðafoss, the Waterfall of the Gods, then see the town, visit its northern botanic garden, and stop for fjord views. An English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle, and port pickup are included. The group is limited to 18 people.

“The tour is great. The waterfall and the gardens are beautiful. I would recommend the tour if there was another operator. Our problem was the tour operator. They left us stranded at the gardens and did not answer their phone. Viatour was very helpful and processed a refund and gave us information about returning to our ship.”

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