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The 2 Best Self-Guided Routes in Honolulu

2 tours  ·  from $53

Good self-guided routes go weeks ahead in season and the best go first. Below: the 2 to book early, what each one includes and how they differ.

Self Guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall - From Waikiki hotels to Manoa Valley
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Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

1.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Ride from a designated Waikiki pickup point to Manoa Falls, then walk through rain-fed forest to a 150-foot waterfall. Guides such as Robert, Arlaine, Hema, and Cortina add plant lore, local history, walking sticks, water, and sometimes bug spray. A final Tantalus lookout may be included.

“Hema is an amazing guide! We thoroughly enjoyed the hike! We enjoyed every aspect of the trip! Thank you for having such a wonderful outing!”

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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike - What the shuttle adds to the outing
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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

2.Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52Best value

Take a self-guided rainforest hike to Manoa Falls with round-trip shuttle service from select Waikiki hotels. Drivers such as Matthew, Steve, Orlando, and D share local stories on the way. Expect muddy rocks, steep sections, birds, tropical plants, and waterfall flow that changes with rainfall.

“It was a great trip. Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable. The hike was more than what we expected. Had a great time”

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