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Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim and Dole Plantation Tour with Lunch
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Nature and You takes you through Waimea Valley to its waterfall before a shopping stop at Dole Plantation. The 7.5-hour day costs from $134 per adult. Pickup starts at 7:30 a.m. Monday to Friday from Waikiki and Ala Moana hubs. You get coffee and a breakfast pastry at Green World Coffee Farm, followed by a wrap lunch in the valley. It's a day with meals and Waimea admission arranged.
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Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim and Dole Plantation Tour with Lunch at a glance
| Duration | 7.5 hours |
| Price | from $134 per adult |
| Departs | 7:30 a.m., Monday to Friday |
| Pickup | Waikiki and Ala Moana pickup points |
| Swim stop | Waimea Falls when the valley is open and lifeguards allow swimming |
| Group | Up to 50 guests |
| Ages | 3 and up |
| Meals | Coffee and a breakfast pastry, followed by a wrap lunch |
| Main trade-off | Dole shopping only, with seasonal Monday closures at Waimea |
| Guide languages | English, Japanese |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guided Hike in Waimea Valley
- Visit to Dole Plantation
- Entrance fees
- Professional Local Guide
- Lunch
- Breakfast
What's not included
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
The Waimea Falls Hike & Swim option runs at 7:30 a.m. Monday to Friday. It covers entry and both meals.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Waimea Falls Hike & Swim | 7:30 a.m., Mon to Fri |
The catch: The 7.5-hour day leaves no time for Dole's paid attractions, and Waimea Valley closes on some Mondays.
The day
How does the day work?
Breakfast at the coffee farm comes before your valley walk and lunch, with Dole shopping on the way back.
- 1
Green World Coffee Farm
Coffee and a light breakfast pastry start the day. Your guide introduces the route before the group heads to Waimea Valley.
- 2
Waimea Valley walk
The guided walk passes gardens and Hawaiian cultural sites. You hear about the valley's plants and history along the way.
- 3
Waimea Falls
The waterfall is the swimming part of the valley visit when access is open. It isn't guaranteed in all conditions.
- 4
Lunch in the valley
A wrap lunch follows the waterfall visit. The choices include chicken Caesar or veggie. Spicy shrimp is another option.
- 5
Dole Plantation
The last stop is time in the gift shop and grounds. It doesn't leave room for Dole's train or maze before the return drive.
Plan 7.5 hours for the guided day and return ride to Waikiki. Dole is the final visit before that ride.
Pickup and meeting point
- Early hotel pickups: Aqua Palms Waikiki pickup is at 7:30 a.m. Ala Moana Hotel follows at 7:35 a.m.
- Waikiki beach hotels: Hyatt Regency pickup is at 7:50 a.m. and Waikiki Marriott at 7:55 a.m. Your email identifies the exact place to wait.
- Treasures and You: The Treasures and You pickup is at 8:05 a.m. in the Watumull Building. This is another assigned meeting point on the pickup route.
- Your assigned point: Check your booking email for the pickup location and time. You'll use that stop even if you're staying at another hotel nearby.
Before you book
- Plan for a garden walk if swimming is ruled out. Lifeguards decide access at 9 a.m. each day.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 7.5-hour weekday trip suits families with children aged 3 and up who want meals arranged. You won't need to choose a lunch stop. Choose this trip if you're happy to follow a guided valley walk with up to 50 guests. Your swim still depends on conditions.
Seamus's shuttle limits the group to six guests from $150 per adult for 2 to 4. For more activity choices from Waikiki, the Surf Bus costs from $167.53 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Families with children under 3
- Travelers whose only free days are weekends
- Visitors making the trip for Dole's train or maze
- Guests who need a guaranteed waterfall swim
Good to know
Know before you go
The selected booking accepts children from age 3. Ages 3 to 9 use child tickets, while ages 10 and up use adult tickets. An adult must be part of your booking.
The first pickup is at 7:30 a.m., with later times at other meeting points. Your email determines the stop and time you use. Check it before leaving the hotel.
A life jacket is required for anyone entering the falls pool, and jackets are supplied. Your swim can be canceled when conditions change. The valley walk doesn't depend on entering the water.
The bus runs on weekdays, while Waimea has seasonal Monday closures. Those calendars don't always match. Pick Tuesday to Friday when the valley is the main reason for booking.
A single booking can contain up to 30 travelers. The full tour may carry up to 50 guests. Your mobile ticket doesn't imply a private group or a bus limited to your party.
Canceling at least 24 hours before departure brings a full refund. Inside the final 24 hours, the price isn't refundable. The trip also depends on suitable weather and enough bookings to run.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A smaller group and later departure
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More control over your activity time
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Good to know
People also ask
- What does Nature and You's Waimea Valley tour cost?
The tour costs from $134 per adult with Waimea entry and both meals included. Breakfast is coffee and a pastry. Lunch is a wrap chosen from the available options. Gratuities aren't included in the price.
- Is swimming guaranteed on Nature and You's Waimea tour?
No, lifeguards decide pool access at 9 a.m. each day. Conditions can prevent swimming even when the valley is open. You can still follow the garden walk.
- Does Nature and You's tour include Dole Plantation's train?
No, the 7.5-hour itinerary leaves Dole time for shopping rather than paid attractions. The train and maze aren't part of the visit. You can browse the gift shop before heading back. A separate Dole visit is needed for those attractions.
- Where does Nature and You pick up in Waikiki?
Pickup starts at Aqua Palms at 7:30 a.m. and Ala Moana Hotel at 7:35 a.m. Hyatt Regency follows at 7:50 a.m., then Waikiki Marriott at 7:55 a.m. The Treasures and You meeting point is at 8:05 a.m. Your email assigns the stop.
- What lunch choices does Nature and You offer at Waimea?
The included lunch is a wrap during your 7.5-hour day, served after the waterfall visit. Chicken Caesar and veggie are options. Spicy shrimp is another choice. Breakfast earlier in the day is coffee with a pastry.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Tours book on the booking page at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.