Why choose this Hilo tour ?
This tide pool is my secret. It’s off the beaten path. A miracle of nature. We’ll use a jungle/lava rock coastal trail. Each way takes 30-40 min (1/2 mile) (10 min. in jungle, 20-30 min. on coast). Only your group will participate. I’ll teach you about the pool’s ecosystem and the local environment. You’ll also have time to explore/relax privately. You control how long we stay at the pool.
– Elevation gain on the hike offers amazing coastal views. Sea turtles are a common sight in the ocean.
– The pool is like an infinity pool overlooking the cliffs. The water is crystal clear. You’ll be alone because this spot is unknown.
– The pool is like an an aquarium with fish, hermit crabs, rock crabs, sea cucumbers, shrimp, snails (e.g., unique ones called “opihi”), spaghetti worms, pink coralline algae, seaweed, shells, & cool rocks.
– The pool fills when waves hit the cliffs, sending water into the air like a blowhole.
– The pool is calm/safe with a deep (4-7 ft.) & shallow (1-4 ft.) area.
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Tour Description & Additional Info:
- 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 do wear sandals, closed-toe are most ideal.
- Wear water shoes at the tide pool. Closed-toe shoes with durable soles are most ideal.
- 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 because I don’t provide one.
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- Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike
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Secret Jungle Tide Pool – Short Hike – Private Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Recommendations for what else to do on Big Island.
- Teaching about the pool’s ecosystem and the local environment.
- Guidance to the tide pool and time in the pool.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Secret Jungle Tide Pool – Short Hike – Private.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Honolulu.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 64 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.