Private Hike to Jungle Tide Pools

Overview

This tide pool is a local secret. It's off the beaten path. A miracle of nature. We'll use a jungle/lava rock coastal trail. Each way takes 30-40 min (1/2 mile) (10 minutes in jungle, 20-30 minutes on coast). Only your group will participate. I'll teach you about the pool's ecosystem and the local environment. You'll also have time to explore/relax privately.

- Elevation gain on the hike offers amazing coastal views. Sea turtles are a common sight in the distance.
- The pool is like an infinity pool overlooking cliffs. The water is crystal clear. It's highly likely you'll be alone because this spot is so unknown.
- The pool is like an an aquarium with fish, hermit crabs, rock crabs, sea cucumbers, shrimp, snails, spaghetti worms, pink coralline algae, seaweed, shells, & cool rocks.
- Waves strike cliffs and shoot water in the air like a blowhole (conditions permitting). A once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity.
- The pool is calm/safe with a deep (4-7 ft.) & shallow (1-4 ft.) area.

City: Hilo

Sat 05 Apr

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Starting at $100.00

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Sat 05 Apr

Starting at $100.00

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What's Included

Recommendations for what else to do on Big Island.

Teaching about the pool's ecosystem and the local environment.

Guidance to the tide pool and time in the pool.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wear hiking shoes, hiking sandals, or athletic shoes for the hike. Hiking shoes are most ideal. If you wear sandals, closed-toe are most ideal.
Wear water shoes at the tide pool. Closed-toe shoes with durable soles are most ideal.
Wear a bathing suit and bring a towel. There are no bathrooms at the tide pool.
Many people bring a snorkeling mask or goggles.
Apply "reef safe" sunscreen before the hike to minimize its contact with the tide pool water. Bug spray is unnecessary because there are no ticks and very few bugs or mosquitoes.
Some people bring a first aid kit because I don't provide one.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (74)

N5800RCveronicav

Jun 2022

Be sure to wear secure shoes that can get wet (like Tevas or Keens) and wear your swimsuit. It’s more fun that way! The trip to the tide pools with Josh was magical. We could have never found that location without his help! I loved that no one was there other than our group. So private! Josh was the perfect guide. Willing to go with whatever the vibe of the group was. We were super interested in all the creatures in the tidal pools and he let us spend as much time looking at them and swimming as we wanted. He was careful to point out all the most interesting sea creatures. I loved getting to climb on the rocks and explore all around. We really appreciated the side adventure to the local fruit farm. The fruit we tried there was so unusual. Mostly fruits I’ve never ever heard of. We highly recommend this trip!!!

stepheno239

May 2022

All round great experience. The hike felt like something out of a movie and the pools were like nothing I had seen before. Josh is quite knowledgeable about the area and pleasant to talk to.

markmZ168UK

May 2022

Josh is a nice young laid back guy. The tide pool was very cool. Be sure to go to the far end and have the waves break over your head. Super fun. This is a place you could not find on your own. Be sure to go to the fruit farm afterwards. Josh knows his fruits. We had a great day with Josh, thanks.