What better way to experience the Umauma River than to rappel right into it! Join Island Mountain Guides LLC as we explore the beautiful scenery of the Umauma River. Swim, float, rappel, and hike through the valley as we enjoy the natural beauty and unique features the Umauma River has to offer.
Features:
- Rappel 150 feet into the Umauma valley
- Land on a ledge next to a 60-foot waterfall before a 40-foot rappel lands directly into the river
- Follow the river as it descends 5 waterfalls
- No experience necessary, ability to swim is required.
Recommendations:
- Please wear comfortable swim clothes, and bring a towel and a change of clothes for after the tour.
Schedule:
- Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Closed Sunday)
- Tour Times: 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM
- Duration: 3-5 Hours (approx.)*
*Duration depends on group size.
Restrictions/Requirements:
- Requires a minimum of 3 people to commence tour. Maximum 8 people per tour.
- Please do not use sunscreen or mosquito repellent as it won’t be necessary since you will be wearing a full body wetsuit.
- Minimum Age requirement is 10.
- Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Ability to swim is required.
- Weight limits are: 70 lbs to 250 lbs
- No persons with neck or back injuries or women who are pregnant.
- Not recommended for people with heart problems.
- Safety First! Operator reserves the right to refuse a persons participation on tour if it is determined that the individual is not fit for the experience. No refund.
Location: The Umauma Experience
Address: 31-313 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Hakalau, HI 96710
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/FNDHBXHPCVbsv87d6
Check-in: Please check-in 15 minutes prior to your tour time.
Special Notes:
Gratuity not included: Guides work hard as members of the service industry. It is customary to tip your guide 20% ($40/guest) for great service, and cash is always appreciated.
Operated by Island Mountain Guides LLC, Hawaii’s premiere rope-based adventure company, this is the perfect tour for adventure seekers who like a more immersive experience. You know who you are!
Start your day with a training and safety briefing from our team of certified guides before embarking on an adventure like no other! An initial training rappel into the river valley lands you on a ledge next to a 60-foot waterfall. After a moment to take in the view, continue 40 feet further strait into the Umauma River. Once in the river, use specialized canyoneering techniques taught by your guides to navigate around 4 more waterfalls, floating the pools between as the Umauma River descends towards the ocean.
Rappel down the famous Triple-Tier waterfalls, swim, or float in river tubes. All gear is provided and no experience is necessary. This is a family-friendly experience geared for the more adventurous traveler. While friendly for all experience levels, the ability to swim is required.
