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Secret Tide Pool Hike - Jungle & Coast - Private

Location Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
Location Hilo, Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
$100.00
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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 20 minutes. Only your group will participate. You’ll learn about the pool's ecosystem and the local environment. You'll also have time to explore/relax privately.

- The pool is like an infinity pool overlooking cliffs. The water is crystal clear. Gorgeous views of the island.
- The pool is like an an aquarium with fish, hermit crabs, rock crabs, sea cucumbers, brittle stars, shrimp, snails, spaghetti worms, pink coralline algae, seaweed, shells, & cool rocks.
- The pool is calm/safe with a deep (4-5ft.) & shallow (1-4 ft.) area.
Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

  • Guidance to the tide pool and time in the pool.
  • Teaching about the pool's ecosystem and the local environment.
  • Recommendations for what else to do on Big Island.

Meeting point
Park on the side of the road near the porta-potty at Waiakahi’ula Beach Park. You'll then follow Kat by car for 2 miles to the trailhead.
Return details
Park on the side of the road near the porta-potty at Waiakahi’ula Beach Park. You'll then follow Kat by car for 2 miles to the trailhead.

The hike is comprised of jungle and boulder fields. I don't recommend this hike for anyone with a disability or children under 5. The exact lower age cutoff depends on the child/parent. There's no upper age cutoff or fitness requirement. The tide pool is very rocky. While it's often fully accessible, sometimes only certain parts are accessible. Almost always there's an area to submerge yourself. Rarely, the levels are too low or the conditions too rough for swimming. There are no ticks and very few mosquitoes.

  • 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. I don't recommend flip flops.
  • 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 (I don't carry one).
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Secret Tide Pool Hike - Jungle & Coast - Private

    Location Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
    Location Hilo, Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
    $100.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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