North Island Jungle Adventure Loop

Duration
8-12 hrs
Audio Points
195
Tour Stops
26

About The Tour

Drive along lush coastline and through tropical jungle roads to marvel at majestic waterfalls, hike forest trails and stargaze atop Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in Hawaii. This tour also does a neat drive around Hilo town’s backroads to check out a fishpond, huge waterfall, and a cave you ...

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Drive along lush coastline and through tropical jungle roads to marvel at majestic waterfalls, hike forest trails and stargaze atop Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in Hawaii.

This tour also does a neat drive around Hilo town’s backroads to check out a fishpond, huge waterfall, and a cave you can actually explore.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Stargaze at Mauna Kea
•⁠ Walk to Akaka Falls
•⁠ Hike Onomea Trail
•⁠ Explore Kaumana Caves
•⁠ Selfie with Rainbow Falls
•⁠ Visit Waipio Valley Lookout
•⁠ Eat Malasada at Tex’s Drive In

Sample Tour Audio

Cinder Cone Intro
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Left for Banyan Drive, Right for Saddle Road
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Things To Do at 'Akaka Falls
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Tour Stops

Keck Observatory
Laupahoehoe Train Museum
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station
'Imiloa Astronomy Center - Hilo
Anna Ranch - Waimea
Laupahoehoe Tsunami Monument
Waipi'o Valley Lookout
Umauma Falls
Rainbow Falls
Kaumana Caves
Akaka Falls
Onomea Trail Hike
Hawai'i Tropical Botanical Garden
TEX Drive In - Honoka'a
Lava Tubes
Waimea Town
Waimea Nature Park (Ulu La'au)
Parker Ranch - Waimea
Saddle Road (Daniel K. Inouye Highway)
Cinder Cone
Downtown Hilo
Hawaiian Fishpond & Beach
Coconut Island
Queen Lili'uokalani Park
Boiling Pots
Naha Stone at Hilo Library

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

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Perfect for first timers!

We used this app for our trip to the Big Island and loved it. The directions and storytelling were amazing, and we could stop whenever we wanted, for as long as we wanted. Much better than a typical group tour where you make designated stops, and usually end up waiting on that one couple who is always late to return to the tour bus. We skipped some of the stops and spent quite a while at others. This was perfect.. Highly recommend!

livingreene | 2 weeks ago | iOS

Our family is in Kona for 10 days. We bought the Big Island bundle. We are very impressed with the pace, accuracy, thoroughness and historic information provided on these guides. We can travel at our leisure and visit the sites we want for as long as we want. Excited to explore the rest of the island using this awesome app. I would encourage anyone traveling to Kona and renting a car, to purchase these tours.

Lisa Jorgensen | 3 weeks ago | Android

Love the Shaka Guide! We have used it in Hawaii and Yellowstone and it's a fantastic way to see these places while learning some history and fun facts, and knowing which stops to enjoy, and which to skip! Also tips for great food. We stopped at Da Bread Stand today just south of Kona and oh my! Wouldn't have stopped without the tip from Shaka Guide, and SO glad we did!

Tara Hirota | 4 weeks ago | Android

What to expect in Hamakua Coast Scenic Drive?

Experience the breathtaking Hamakua Coast scenic drive with Shaka Guide on the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop. This tour makes stops at Onomea Trail, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, Laupahoehoe, Waipio Valley Overlook, and Hilo Town.

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What are some of the Hamakua Coast activities?

Aside from the beauty that the Hamakua Coast offers, you can hike to waterfalls, visit botanical gardens, explore historic sites, and more. On Shaka Guide’s North Island Jungle Adventure Loop, we’ll guide you to a selection of must-see stops along...

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Where is the Hamakua Coast?

The Hamakua Coast is located along the northeast coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. It extends from the town of Hilo to the town of Waipio. You can start the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop tour in Hilo, Kona, or Waikoloa and take it in any direction.

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop tour go?
This tour travels across the northern part of Big Island, taking you from Hilo in the east to Kona in the west, or vice versa! One of the best things about this tour is that you can start it from either side of the island depending on your travel plans. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! Waipio Valley LookoutLaupahoehoe Tsunami MonumentAkaka FallsOnomea TrailRainbow FallsKaumana CavesMauna Kea Visitor CenterFor help planning your day check our North Island Jungle Adventure Loop suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go!
What should I pack for the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop Tour?
Here’s our packing list for this tour. It may seem a little long, but remember, what you bring depends on the activities you choose to do for the day.SneakersHiking ClothesJacket or Layers, temperatures vary drastically across the islandWater BottleBug Spray (rainforest = mosquitoes)TowelBathing SuitSandalsSunscreenSun Glasses and/or HatSnacksCashCar Charger *Very Important*Phone Mount 
What should I budget for the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop tour?
How much you spend truly depends on what you do along the tour route, but here’s a breakdown of some costs:$10.00 per person: Lunch$5.00 per person: Local snack$10.00 per car: Umauma Falls View and Garden$5.00 per car: Akaka Falls$20.00/adult and $5.00/child per person: Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden$10 per person: Ann Ranch Historic Home Tour$19.00/adult, $12.99/child 12-4, free/children under 4: Imiloa Astronomy Center
Can I join the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop tour along the route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from.  If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
Can I take the North Island Jungle Adventure Loop tour in the opposite direction?
Yes! This is one of the few tours that you can do both clockwise and counterclockwise around the island — it truly depends on what works best with your schedule and travel plans. This tour has three starting points: Kona, Waikoloa and Hilo. All directions are the same tour so pick the one that’s best for you!
Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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