13 Apr 2023
A fantastic day on the North East coast of Hawaii. Derek was our tour guide and did a magnificent job of giving us information without too much detail. Very easy to chat too so the tour was more a conversation than a lecture. A great balance. Punctual pickup, great view at lookout at Waipio Valley then on to spectacular Akuka waterfall via a fun fruitshack where you may be able to sample some fruit you haven't seen before (additional cost). I'm not really a plant person but the private botanical gardens was a fabulous walk down a canyon to the foreshore. Plenty of photo opportunities. Be aware that the walk is very steep at the start (and steep uphill at the end) - all on a good path but some people may struggle. On to the private falls and I really recommend you take the opportunity to have a swim in the pool below the falls. To finish, a drive over the Saddle road where you can see the change in landscape and weather. Overall one of the best days tours i have done in any country.