USA · WATERFALL TOURS

15 Waterfall Tours in the USA That Repay the Ticket

28 tours  ·  from $85

The good waterfall tours fill weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History - From Kona royalty to Parker Ranch
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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

1.Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,569 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $264Our pick

Spend about 11 hours touring the Big Island from Kona or Waikoloa in a small Mercedes Sprinter van. Visit a Kona coffee farm, Punalu’u Beach, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Thurston Lava Tube, Rainbow and Akaka Falls, and Waipio Valley. Guides such as Chris, Drew, Kevin, and Kawika are known for lively storytelling, Hawaiian history, and local insight.

“Long day in the van but we covered a lot of territory! Our guide, Dreu, was very informative, fun, and also very passionate about the island he lives on!”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall - Diamond Head and the southeastern coast
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall

2.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,912 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Spend about eight hours circling Oahu from Waikiki in an air-conditioned shuttle. Stop at Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Nuʻuanu Pali, Chinaman’s Hat, Sunset Beach, Waimea Falls, and Dole Plantation. The day includes coffee, macadamia nut, and fruit tastings, with guides such as Ian, Bill, Charlie, and RJ bringing local context to the drive.

“Wear comfortable walking shoes and enjoy the tour. Very informative and ample time at each stops. Beautiful scenery”

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Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall - Diamond Head views and the southeast coast
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Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall

3.Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,682 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride a small minibus from Waikiki around Oahu’s east and North Shore. Guides such as Ian, Tim, Rocky, Cap, and RJ share island history and local stories while you visit Waimea Valley, Turtle Town, the Banzai Pipeline area, Dole Plantation, and scenic coastal stops. The day includes a waterfall walk and optional swim, but lunch and Dole Whip cost extra.

“Excellent trip with very knowledgeable local tour guide and driver Charlie, who knew everything about the island. Got to know us all on our small group of 11, very friendly and funny.”

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Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats - From Lihue to Wailua’s waterfalls
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Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats

4.Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,964 reviews · 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Fly around Kauai in a slow-flying GA8 Airvan, with every passenger beside a large bubble window. Your pilot narrates sights such as Waimea Canyon, Hanalei Bay, Jurassic Falls, Wailua Falls, the Na Pali Coast, and Mount Waialeale. The flight lasts about an hour, leaves from Lihue Airport, and returns to the same spot.

“Great value, loved all the sights from the plane. Zach was our pilot, very professional, even though just 21.”

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Oahu North Shore Experience: Activities, Waterfall & Free Time - Waimea Bay and the North Shore beach choices
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Oahu North Shore Experience: Activities, Waterfall & Free Time

5.Oahu North Shore Experience: Activities, Waterfall & Free Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,799 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $167

Trade Waikiki for an active North Shore day with the Surf Bus. Guides such as Sam and Uncle Kevin share island stories while you choose snorkeling, cycling, Waimea Falls, kayaking, stand-up paddling, surfing, or beach time. The small bus visits Pipeline, Sunset Beach, Shark’s Cove, Haleiwa, and more, with hotel pickup and selected gear included.

“Great way to experience the North Shore! Sam was an unreal guide! One of the best we've had and we've done a lot of tours. A true local with awesome stories that kept the ride very interesting. Got to spend hours snorkeling at Shark's Cove, lunch, and explore Haleiwa. 100% worth it.”

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From Jackson Hole: Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour - Old Faithful and the Old Faithful Inn
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From Jackson Hole: Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour

6.From Jackson Hole: Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,557 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $329

Travel from Jackson or Teton Village through Grand Teton and Yellowstone with a naturalist guide, watching for bison, bears, wolves, elk, and moose. Visit Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, the Lower Falls, Hayden Valley, and several geyser basins. The tour includes hotel pickup, lunch, snacks, drinks, binoculars, and a group size capped at 11.

“We had an amazing time touring Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons . We had the best guide, Allie. She was very knowledgeable , friendly and patient while helping us see as much wildlife as possible and some of the most amazing sites in the park. We met some wonderful people who quickly became friends. Allie, made our trip very special. We had a picnic lunch and one of the greatest parts of our tour was that we had someone to drive us around and picked out all the best places for some amazing views and memorable moments. So glad we took the tour. It’s well worth the money and a…”

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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons - Manawaiopuna Falls, the Jurassic Park waterfall
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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

7.Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,510 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $415

Fly privately over Kauai for about 75 minutes with Ali’i Kauai Air Tours & Charters. Every seat is beside a window, and the doors come off for clear views of Manawaiopuna Falls, Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Valley, Olokele Canyon, and Wai’ale’ale Crater. Pilots such as Ross, Taylor, Clay, Aiden, and Stuart provide narration during the flight.

“My husband and I just got back from our honeymoon in Hawaii, and we cannot recommend Ali'i Kauai Air Tours & Charters enough! We did the open-door private helicopter tour, and it was absolutely unbelievable — hands down our favorite part of our trip to Kauai. This was actually our third helicopter experience, and it was by far the best one yet. Our pilot was amazing — so knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we felt completely comfortable the entire time. The views were breathtaking from start to finish, and the whole experience was beyond anything we could have imagined. If you’re visiting Kauai, this tour is an absolute must!”

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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui - Waterfalls, pools, and the choice to jump
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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

8.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $187

This five-hour East Maui outing follows the Hana Highway to Twin Falls and a rainforest trail with guides such as Des, Michael, Joel, and Abby. Expect muddy paths, stream crossings, slippery rocks, waterfall pools, local fruit, cliff-jump options, snacks, and lunch. You meet in Kahului at 9:30 a.m. and return there.

“This is a Maui must! Des, our guide, was absolutely fantastic! 3 waterfalls, cliff jumping, with lunch included made for a perfect day! Your feet will get wet, wear shoes with a good grip, as the rocks are slippery in areas. The hike itself is not hard. Couple spots where you have to navigate some rock formations, but nothing difficult. Book it and take your friends!”

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Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR - Latourell Falls and columnar basalt
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Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR

9.Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,278 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $89

Travel from central Portland to the Columbia River Gorge in a climate-controlled van with a local guide. Visit Vista House, Latourell Falls, Horsetail Falls, and Multnomah Falls, with short walks and photo stops along the way. Guides such as Mel, Chuck, Daniel, Aaron, and Patrick are known for adding local history, plant, and geology details.

“Nature is so beautiful! Absolutely stunning waterfalls! Our tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable!”

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Maui: Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls and Lunch by Mercedes Van - The early morning start and pickup details
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Maui: Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls and Lunch by Mercedes Van

10.Famous Road to Hana Waterfalls and Lunch by Mercedes Van

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,129 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $249

Spend 9 to 10 hours on Maui’s Road to Hana in a small, air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter van. Your guide handles hundreds of curves and one-lane bridges while sharing Hawaiian stories, plant lore, and local history. Expect waterfalls, Ho‘okipa Beach, Ke‘anae, Wai‘anapanapa’s black sand, lunch, snacks, and hotel pickup at select locations.

“The trip was awesome! Quinn, our tour guide made it spectacular! He provided a great deal of interesting information throughout the trip and was very entertaining. We enjoyed every minute and would highly recommend this trip!”

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Big Island Zipline Tour Near Akaka Falls (250-ft Waterfall!) - Rainforest, ridges, and Pacific views
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Big Island Zipline Tour Near Akaka Falls (250-ft Waterfall!)

11.Big Island Zipline Tour Near Akaka Falls (250-ft Waterfall!)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $246

Near Honomu on Hawaii Island, this 2.5-hour, seven-line tour builds from a short practice run to a long final crossing above a 250-foot waterfall. Guides such as Rose, Bobby, Julia, and Riley focus on safety, local agriculture, and first-timer confidence. You need closed-toe shoes, a car or prearranged ride, and a 40 to 260-pound weight range.

“The guides were friendly and fun, created a great atmosphere for my daughter (11) to quickly build confidence. She initially didn’t think she would be brave enough but the course gets more intense with each line and she soon was trying to be first on each turn.”

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Big Island: 9-Line Waterfall Zipline Experience - From Visitor Center to the first line
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Big Island: 9-Line Waterfall Zipline Experience

12.9-Line Waterfall Zipline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,057 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $253

At The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, you’ll ride nine guided ziplines above treetops, rivers, and Umauma Falls, with Pacific views from every platform. Guides such as Wes and Skippy help first-timers feel secure, while four dual lines let you race a companion. The 2 to 2.5-hour outing suits ages 4 and up, within the stated weight limits.

“My friend and I did the Zip line and it was a great experience! We had so much fun ! Our tour guides were amazing, very friendly and great they knew exactly what they were doing! Highly recommend it to try it with your friends/family!”

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Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall - Greenwell Farms and the taste of Kona
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Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall

13.Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,054 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $299

Travel across the Big Island in a small group of up to 13, with hotel pickup, coffee tasting at Greenwell Farms, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Volcano House lunch, and Rainbow Falls. Guides such as Kawika, Derrick, Chris, and Audra are known for lively island stories and careful pacing.

“Our guide Emmanuel is punctual, dedicated and friendly. The tour contains Kona coffee farm, Hawaii donut shop, candy shop, winery etc. and we have lunch at volcano house with beautiful view. You will have enough drinks and food all the long way. It’s good for family especially for kids and seniors who don’t want to drive themselves and hard core hiking but also want to see everywhere around the island.”

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Big Island: 8-Zipline & Suspension Bridge Waterfall Adventure - Crossing the suspension bridge between the lines
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Big Island: 8-Zipline & Suspension Bridge Waterfall Adventure

14.8-Zipline & Suspension Bridge Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 914 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $237

At Botanical World Adventures near Hakalau, you’ll ride eight ziplines through a Hawaiian rainforest, cross a suspension bridge, and race beside 250-foot Kamaee Falls. Guides such as John, Tryson, Justin, and Lish bring safety, local plant knowledge, and humor. Your ticket also includes the gardens, trails, maze, and souvenir photos.

“Fantastic time! It was safe and fun. Especially the last zip line was amazing. Great view of a huge waterfall. Nice guides!”

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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour Morning - Portland Women’s Forum viewpoint and Crown Point
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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour Morning

15.Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour Morning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 913 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Best value

Ride from a downtown Portland hotel in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van to six scenic stops along the Columbia River Gorge. Your local guide covers Gorge history, viewpoints, and waterfalls including Wahkeena, Latourell, Multnomah, and Horsetail Falls. The 3.5-hour morning tour suits first-time visitors, non-drivers, and anyone short on time.

“John was very informative and keep things upbeat without being exhausting. He kept us on schedule and really worked with the weather to give us the best views of the gorge.”

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