4 Waterfall Swimming and Natural Pools in the USA Worth Booking

1.Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 513 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $297Our pick

Spend about 10 hours crossing the Big Island from Kona or Kohala to Waipio Valley, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Swim at Kulaniapia Falls when conditions allow, with guides such as Derek, Dreu, Drew, or Stephen leading the small-group day.

“Beautiful scenery, knowledgeable tour guide and enjoyable tour. Loved swimming in the private waterfall.”

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2.Maui: Guided Rainforest and Waterfall Walk & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 226 reviews · 3 hours · from $140Best value

You’ll take an easy one-mile rainforest walk near the Road to Hana, led by an English-speaking naturalist guide such as Joel, Gail, or Randalyn. Expect island history, edible plants, snacks, waterfall swims, and optional rock jumps, with conditions guiding the day’s exact route.

“This tour was better than we could have ever expected. We learned so much about the plants and even the history of the island vegetation and wildlife. And of course the waterfall was beautiful. Our guide (Michael) was exceptional! Definitely recommend!”

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3.Umauma Falls Deluxe ATV Waterfall and Swim Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Drive a Honda ATV or UTV across private Hamakua ranch land with guides such as Chloe, Kiana, and Landon, stopping for views of Mauna Kea, the Pacific, snacks, and a swim at Umauma Falls. Expect dust or mud, a short ride, and a refreshing freshwater pond.

“Excellent tour, got to stop by great views and get some snacks along the way! Tour guides were extremely friendly and helpful.”

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4.Oahu: Complete Island Tour with Tropical Waterfall Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 154 reviews · 10 hours · from $179

Spend a full day touring Oʻahu with a local English-speaking guide, stopping for Hawaiian coffee, North Shore surf beaches, Waimea Falls, Kahuku food trucks, Byodo-In Temple, and coastal lookouts. Guides such as Chris, Emily, Mac, and Andrew are known for island stories and helpful photos.

“Best tour we’ve ever done. Mac our guide was amazing and the tour was awesome. Perfect amount of time with each stop, never overly long or too short. Mac was informative but didn’t over talk anything. Amazing time!”

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