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Banyan Tree photo op along the Manoa Falls Trail in Oahu, Hawaii

Manoa Falls Hike Tour

Best Manoa Falls Tours

Manoa Falls ToursNotes
Manoa Falls Shuttle (Hike on your own)Convenient pick up / drop off, great if you have young kids and no rental car. Learn more or book the shuttle.
Guided Manoa Falls Hike Tour with TransportationGuide provides commentary during hike on local flora, fauna, history and culture.
Details below or book the hike tour.
Private Nature Photography Tour (with stop at Manoa Falls)Private nature photography tour
Customizable Private Manoa Falls TourPrivate tour with local expert or private customizable island tour.
Other Tours Electric bike & Manoa Falls Hike Tour, Hawaiian style mopeds, Hawaiian style scoot coupes
Best Manoa Falls tours at a glance

Planning to hike the trail? Visit our Manoa Falls home page for the complete rundown on every single detail!

Manoa Falls Hike Tour with Transportation

One of the options for getting to Manoa Falls from Waikiki is on a guided tour that includes transport.

A Manoa Falls Hike tour is a worthwhile option if you enjoy guided excursions where the logistics are handled by a tour company and you just have to show up and enjoy the experience.

It is also a nice option if you would like learning more about the history, geology, and flora and fauna of the Manoa Falls area as you hike in the company of a knowledgeable local guide.

Lush rainforest reminiscent of Jurassic Park scenes | Manoa Falls Hike Tour
Lush rainforest reminiscent of Jurassic Park scenes | Manoa Falls Hike Tour

You also have tour options where the transport to and from the trailhead is provided, along with possible commentary en route, but you get the freedom to hike the trail on your own, stopping where you like and taking as long as you like within the parameters of the tour time.

The Manoa Falls hike is neither too challenging nor technical in nature, and by far the vast majority of visitors hike it on their own.

But if you think you would enjoy a tour, here are the top Manoa Falls tours!

This guided Manoa Falls Hike tour includes lunch and round-trip transport from select Waikiki hotels. Your guide accompanies you on the trail, imparting information on locals flowers, trees, and birds, as well as information about Hawaii.

You get 15 minutes at the waterfall, to admire the cascade and take photos, before doing the return hike, followed by lunch pick-up which you will enjoy at the Tantalus Lookout.

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Manoa Falls Transportation (Hike on your own)

This half-day small-group tour offers round-trip transport from Waikiki. You will hike the Manoa Falls Trail on your own. Afterwards, depart for the Tantalus Lookout for magnificent views from the viewing area. Morning or afternoon departure.

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