Big Island zipline tours: prices, lengths and what to expect
Prices and details checked on October 16, 2026How we compare tours
Kohala Canopy Adventure, run by Kohala Zipline, lasts 2 hours and starts from $195 per person. Zipline Adventure, run by Hawaii Zipline Tours, lasts 2.5 hours and starts from $245 per person.
Big Island zipline tours: how to choose, what they cost and what to expect
What should you know before you book big island zipline tours?
Kohala Canopy Adventure, run by Kohala Zipline, lasts 2 hours and starts from $195 per person. Zipline Adventure, run by Hawaii Zipline Tours, lasts 2.5 hours and starts from $245 per person. Pick between them by how much of your day you want the zipline to take.
Kohala Canopy Adventure
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Zipline Adventure
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How do you choose between them?
Start with time. Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP), run by KapohoKine Adventures, runs 7.5 hours, so it takes most of a day.
Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP)
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| Tour | Operator | Price from | Length | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP) | KapohoKine Adventures | $109 per person | 24 hours | - |
| Kohala Canopy Adventure | Kohala Zipline | $195 per person | 24 hours | 8 and older |
| Zipline Adventure | Hawaii Zipline Tours | $245 per person | 24 hours | - |
| Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour | Umauma Falls & ZipLine Experience | $249 per person | 48 hours | 4 and older |
| Kohala Zip & Dip | Kohala Zipline | $295 per person | 24 hours | 8 and older |
Next, weigh cost.
Then check your group's ages. Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour has a minimum age of 4.
Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour
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How much does it cost, and what is included?
Kohala Zip & Dip's price covers a deli-style lunch, safety gear, towels, day packs and off-road transport through private lands. Kohala Canopy Adventure includes certified guides, rain gear, harnesses, gloves, helmets and water. Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP) starts from $109 per person and includes a Hawaii-style BBQ lunch and complimentary beer and champagne. Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour, from $249 per person, covers 9 long lines with 2 miles of ziplining.
Kohala Zip & Dip
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What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
Kohala Canopy Adventure meets at Kohala Zipline Headquarters in Hawi. Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour meets at 31-313 Old Mamalahoa Highway in Hakalau, and it does not offer pickup. Zipline Adventure meets at 28-1692 Old Mamalahoa Highway in Honomu. Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP) meets in Hilo, and pickup is available.
If a tour has no pickup, plan your own way to the meeting point and allow time for the drive.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
Age limits are the first filter. Kohala Zip & Dip and Kohala Canopy Adventure are for children 8 and older. Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour accepts children from 4.
The listing rates Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP) as moderate difficulty. If your youngest child is under 8, start with Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour. Skip Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP) if you want a shorter outing, since it takes most of a day.
What are the tours to book?
Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP), run by KapohoKine Adventures, runs 7.5 hours and starts from $109 per person. Secrets Of Hamakua HILO from KapohoKine Adventures includes a BBQ lunch.
Zipline Adventure from Hawaii Zipline Tours includes seven ziplines and guides.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
Secrets Of Hamakua HILO (SHIP) requires 24 hours' notice for a full refund. Kohala Canopy Adventure gives a full refund with 24 hours' notice. Kohala Zip & Dip charges cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows in full. Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour charges in full for bookings canceled less than 48 hours before the tour. Zipline Adventure gives a 100% refund with 24 hours or more notice.
Weather can change a zipline day, so keep a flexible plan for the afternoon.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Big Island zipline tour cost?
Kohala Canopy Adventure starts from $195 per person, Zipline Adventure from $245, Umauma Falls 9-Line Zipline Tour from $249 and Kohala Zip & Dip from $295.
How long does a Big Island zipline tour take?
Kohala Canopy Adventure takes 2 hours. Zipline Adventure takes 2.5 hours.
What is included with a Big Island zipline tour?
Kohala Zip & Dip includes a deli-style lunch, safety gear and towels.
Where does a Big Island zipline tour start?
Each tour has its own meeting point.
