KapohoKine Adventures
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Mailing Address:
PO Box 638
Pepeekeo, HI 96783

Store location:
Historic Canario Complex
224 Kamehameha Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
Phone: Local: (808) 964-1000

Fax: Fax: (808) 964-1003

Toll-Free:
info@KapohoKine.com

Tour Name

Kona Waipio Valley Explorer

Price:

Adults (13 and up) $199. Price does not include tax.
Adults (12 and under) $189. Price does not include tax.

Cancelation Policy

Guests must cancel tour no less than 48 hours before tour departure for a full refund.  Molten lava may not be seen.  Volcanic activity changes constantly and cannot be guaranteed.  Comfortable walking shoes required.  We’re happy to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions.  Order of itinerary may change.  Tour runs rain or shine.


Description:

Explore the ancient breadbasket of Hawaii Island on this unique exploration of the lush Hamakua Coast.  Start with a drive between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea volcanoes to Rainbow Falls in Hilo.  Stop and shop with the locals at the famous Hilo Farmer’s Market on the way to Onomea Bay.  Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and it’s more than 2,000 species of tropical plants.  Follow trails through tropical rainforests and past waterfalls on your way to the ocean.  This 40 acre natural greenhouse is a true feast for the eyes.  Leaving the Bay behind, drive to Akaka Falls for a short walk through the fern forest studded with orchids to see this majestic beauty.  Enjoy expansive views of the falls tumbling 440 feet.  Finally, transfer to four-wheel-drive van for the careful drive down into Waipio Valley.  Known as the Valley of the Kings, Waipio Valley is a place of impossibly steep cliffs carved by waterfalls cascading more than a thousand feet to the valley floor.  Once inhabited by thousands, Waipio Valley is a lush, mystical place rarely visited.  Explore the valley by private tour before making the steep climb back out and returning to Kona.



What To Bring:

Video and/or still cameras, government issued ID, and tour vouchers or method of payment



What To Expect:

Moderate air temperatures at sea level with cooler temperatures at the higher elevations of the drive from Kona to Hilo and some parts of the Park, cool water temperatures, occasional rain showers, walks across uneven, rocky terrain including the recent black lava flows and flights of stairs, tour locations created just for KapohoKine Adventures’ guests, red lava will not be seen on this tour, drive from Kona to Hilo is approximately 2.5 hours with stops along the way



What to wear:

Comfortable clothes in layers, shorts are fine, light jacket or sweater, sunglasses and hat, comfortable closed-toe shoes (sandals and flip-flops or “slippahs” will not be accepted)



What We Include:

Umbrellas, walking sticks, camera tripod to share, mosquito repellant, sunblock, snacks and beverages (water, juice, soda) all day, deli-style lunch (dietary requirements and restrictions accommodated on request with advance notice), all entrance fees



Destinations:

Rainbow Falls, Hilo Farmers Market and downtown Hilo, Onomea Bay scenic route and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, What's Shakin', Akaka Falls State Park, Waipio Valley



Duration: Approx 11 hours from Kona and Kohala hotels

Restrictions:

Molten lava will not be seen.  Volcanic activity changes constantly and cannot be guaranteed.  Comfortable walking shoes required.  We’re happy to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions, including children’s meals, with advance notice.  Order of itinerary may change.  24 hours notice required to cancel for full refund less 10% (see pricing page for details).  Tour runs rain or shine.

Guests should be able to negotiate stairs and walk for 20 minutes unassisted, all ages can be accommodated with the following restrictions:

* State law requires child safety seats for all guests under 4 years of age (we’re happy to supply seats at no charge with advance notice)

* Booster seats required for all guests between ages 4 and 7 and under 4 feet 9 inches tall and 80 pounds weight (we’re happy to supply seats at no charge with advance notice)

* Guests under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult

* Volcanic emissions, including sulfur gas, may affect those with respiratory concerns

* Participants should be prepared for immediate evacuation in accordance with directions given by County, State and/or Federal officials



Pickup Locations:

From Kona

Buns in the Sun Bakery Deli
75-5595 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-2774

Bright yellow and orange corner building between Palani Road and Henry Street in the Lanihau Shopping Center. Directly across from Verizon Wireless, plenty of parking. KapohoKine uniformed guide and vehicle will meet you in front of bakery. 

From Waikoloa

Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill

 

7250 Waikoloa Beach Drive
Waikoloa, HI 96738

Located in the King's Shops at Waikoloa Beach. Directly across parking lot from Shell gas station. KapohoKine uniformed guide and vehicle will meet you at curb in front of restaurant. 

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