Manoa Falls Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Manoa Falls. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Self-guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

• Hawaiian Style Moped Rental for the Day

• Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

• Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch

• Hawaiian Style Scoot Coupe Rental for the Day

It is free to hike the Manoa Falls Trail and view Manoa Falls—no entrance fee or ticket is required. Guided tours are available that offer transportation and often combine Manoa Falls with other landmarks. Choices include half-day hiking tours with transportation for around US$100 and electric bike tours with the Manoa Falls hike from US$200.

Yes, Manoa Falls is worth visiting. Nature lovers are drawn here to see the 150-foot (46-meter) waterfall, especially after rainfall when the flow is most impressive. A short hike is required to reach the falls, which features some uneven terrain. Guided tours to the falls handle all travel logistics and feature a guide for navigation, who will provide information about the area.

Per one customer who booked the Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch, "Terrific guide, Jackson. We enjoyed the beautiful hike to Manoa Falls and were treated to incredible views of the area from the top of an awesome hilltop. The lunch and lunch stop were both fantastic!"

No, there is no entry fee to visit Manoa Falls on the island of Oahu. If you’re driving to Manoa Falls, you can park at the Manoa Falls Parking Lot for US$7, a short walk from the trailhead. Or, park on the street down the hill and walk up.

The trail through the jungle to Manoa Falls on Oahu is covered with gravel and rocks. If it’s recently rained (which often happens in this area of Hawaii), it can get muddy and slippery. The hike to the falls and back is about 1.6 miles (2.6 kilometers).

Manoa Falls on the island of Oahu is open year-round, so you can visit any time, but the best time to visit weather-wise is June to October, which is outside the rainy season. If you’re looking to beat the biggest of the Hawaii crowds, then visit on a weekday and avoid weekends.

Yes, because the trail to Manoa Falls can get slippery and muddy, you’ll want to have good hiking boots (perhaps even waterproof ones, depending on when you visit Hawaii). You’ll also want to dress in light layers that you can remove and bring a poncho in case of rain.

Yes, if you’re looking to hike with a guide who knows the area well, there are guided tours for Manoa Falls. You can book guided experiences that only do the hike or tours that combine the Manoa Falls hike with stops at other Oahu natural areas.

No, swimming at Manoa Falls isn’t allowed. It used to be, but because of a rockslide, it’s not permitted anymore. If you’re doing the hike on your own, ensure everyone in your group knows that swimming isn’t allowed, so there's no temptation once you reach the falls.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Manoa Falls. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Oahu:

• Pearl Harbor National Memorial

• Oahu North Shore

• Halona Blowhole

• Diamond Head

• Dole Plantation

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Oahu.