Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tour

Rappel Down A Waterfall, Swim In The River, & More!

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An incredible adventure awaits as you traverse down the Umauma River. First, rappel down the 250-foot cliffside, past a cave into the water below. Then let the river take you down to the site of a 100-year-old dam.

Take a swim before continuing to 2 more waterfalls! Hop from rock to rock until you reach a natural water slide. This tour is a must for those seeking a unique and thrilling excursion. With its unbeatable scenery, the Umauma River is just the place to spend 3+ hours outdoors.

Starting At
$319 USD
Age
10 yrs+
Duration
3-hour
Location
Big Island, Hawaii

Instructions
- Minimum age requirement is 10. Participants must weigh between 70 lbs. – 250 lbs.
- Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Guests must be able to swim
- Not suitable for guests with neck or back injuries or for pregnant women
- Not recommended for guests with heart conditions or mobility issues
- Please check in 15 minutes prior to your tour.

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3-Hour Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tour

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Requires a minimum of 3 people to commence tour. Check-in 15 minutes prior to your tour time. Restrictions apply.

Please wear comfortable swim clothes, and bring a towel and a change of clothes for after the tour.

Minimum age requirement is 10.

Ability to swim is required.

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Weight limits are: 70 lbs to 250 lbs.

No persons with neck or back injuries or women who are pregnant. Not recommended for people with heart problems.

Safety First! Operator reserves the right to refuse a persons' participation on tour if it is determined that the individual is not fit for the experience.

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Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tour Features

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Guided Canyoneering Adventure

Follow the Umauma River through dramatic Hawaiian scenery as you descend multiple waterfalls and swim in natural pools. Your guides will provide a pre-tour briefing, outfitting, and hands-on training before you begin the canyon descent. This beginner-accessible experience combines guided instruction with rappelling and canyoneering techniques for an exciting journey through the river and jungle.

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Waterfalls, Rappels & River Pools

Experience 2–3 rappels, including descents of up to 150 feet, as you make your way through the canyon. Between rappel points, swim downriver through natural pools and take in the surrounding Hawaiian scenery. The adventure finishes with a jungle climb exit, creating a varied experience both in and around the water.

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Professional Instruction & Safety Gear

Receive training and guided instruction before entering the canyon, with certified guides leading you through the experience. Shoes, a helmet, a harness, rappelling equipment, and flotation devices are provided. This activity is beginner-accessible but physically demanding and requires the ability to swim.

Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tour Details

Highlights

Rappel, Rock Hop, & Swim All In One Tour!
Tour Offered Daily
Wetsuits, Shoes and Rappelling Equipment Included (bring your own towel)

Friendly, Knowledgeable, and Fun Guides
See a Cave, a Historic Dam, Natural River Slide & 3 Waterfalls
Float Down the Scenic Umauma River

Description

If a true canyoneering adventure is what you seek, the Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tour is right for you! Start your tour by checking in mid-morning. Please be there 45 minutes prior to your tour starting to get the most out of your exciting day. Get geared up with rappelling equipment and a helmet. And don’t worry if this is your first time – the helpful guides will provide clear and easy instructions. From there, you’re ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Your guide will lead the way to the river where the real fun begins!

Rappel down steep 205-foot cliffs, beyond the darkness of a cave and into the freshwater Umauma River below! Float down the river past a historic, perfectly preserved dam. Splash around in the dam’s infinity pool-like waters and smile for the camera at this gorgeous location! Then the adventure continues! Boulder-hop your way to a natural waterslide where the stone has formed a perfect river water slide. Then get ready to rappel as you, now a pro, make your way down two additional waterfalls. Remember, you’ll be in and out of water on this trip, so wear a swimsuit and bring a change of clothes and a towel.

Price & Availability

3-Hour Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tour

GuestAges 10 yrs+

$319^.00

Instructions

A waiver will need to be signed at check-in. You will be wearing a helmet and harness for safety while rappelling. You will also be provided with a wetsuit and shoes to wear.
Please check in 45 minutes before your tour.
The minimum age requirement is 10. Participants must weigh between 70 lbs. – 250 lbs.
Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Long hair should be tied back. Sunglasses and eyeglasses should be secured with a strap. Smoking is not permitted.

Restrictions

Guests must be able to swim
Not suitable for guests with neck or back injuries or for pregnant women
Not recommended for guests with heart conditions or mobility issues
The tour does not operate in high or rapidly rising water conditions
Weather forecasts in Hawaiʻi can be unreliable
If conditions appear unfavorable, your guide will contact you in advance to reschedule the tour or arrange an alternative activity

Included

Shoes
Helmet
Harness
Rappelling equipment
Flotation device (PFD, inner tubes)

What To Bring

Jungle-friendly attire (small swimsuits not reccomended)

Cancellation

Any request for a refund 72 hours or more prior to the start of the tour or activity is honored with a full refund.

No refunds are issued for any cancellations inside the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour. There is no refund for no-shows. There is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability outside of the 72-hour cancellation period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is swimming experience required?

Yes. The ability to swim is required for this canyoneering experience, which includes downriver swimming and swimming between natural pools.
How many rappels are included?

The experience includes 2–3 rappels, with some waterfall descents reaching up to 150 feet.
What equipment is provided?

Shoes, a helmet, harness, rappelling equipment, and flotation devices such as PFDs and inner tubes are provided.
What should I wear?

Wear jungle-friendly attire and consider a lightweight long-sleeve sun hoodie or rashguard with board shorts, leggings, or other quick-dry athletic wear. Small swimsuits are not recommended.