Kohala Wai PinzTrek

Six Wheels Are Better Than Four

Explore the remote Kohala region on the northern tip of the Big Island in our rugged PinzTrek vehicles. We ramble through a landscape of rushing streams, towering ocean cliffs and cascading waterfalls. People's lives have been historically tied to the water here, from the taro loi of the Hawaiians to the irrigation ditches of the Kohala sugar plantations. We'll have time to stop and take a dip in a cool mountain waterfall pool.

Schedule: Morning and Afternoon trips departing Monday through Saturday. 3 - 4 hours round trip, departs from the historic Kohala Mule Station overlooking Pololu Valley.

Rated: Easy to Moderate, Ages 6 and over.

Included in the Tour: Assorted soft drinks, juices and bottled water.

Gear Provided: Rain ponchos.

Prices: Adult: $115.00, plus tax. Child (6 - 12): $89.00, plus tax.

Group Size: Tour limited to a maximum of 12 guests.

Restrictions: PinzTrek tours are rugged off-road drives, and are not for those with back or neck problems. Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. We sometimes encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions. Other tour restrictions may apply.

What to Bring & Wear: Comfortable walking shoes, reef walkers or sports sandals, swimming suit under shorts, towel, a hat, sunscreen and a light sweatshirt or jacket.

Combine incredible natural beauty with a one-of-a-kind 6-wheeled vehicle and you have the best off-road adventure in Hawaii! Leave the trappings of the modern world behind and join us as we explore the remote Kohala region on the northern tip of the Big Island. Climb aboard our 6x6 Pinzgauer Scrambler and witness the life-giving and land-sculpting power of water. We'll ramble through a changing landscape of rushing streams, towering ocean cliffs, cascading waterfalls and lush green forest, before slowing the pace and exploring the area by foot.

See how people's lives, throughout history, have been tied to the water here; from the taro loi of Hawaiians to the irrigation ditches of Kohala sugar plantations. Kick off your shoes and take a dip in a cool mountain pool or simply relax and enjoy the breathtaking coastal and valley vistas.

We keep the groups small for a more intimate and memorable journey. Traveling by Pinzgauer is an adventure in itself but the real reward is the connection formed with a place in Hawaii few ever see. Time seems to have passed by Kohala, a land rooted in the past

  • Pickups: Mule Station overlooking Pololu
  • Destination: Kohala Wai
  • Route: HFT HQ; North on 19 to 270, 270 to Kohala Wai

FAQs

  1. How much hiking do we do? Expect to cover less than 1 mile during the walking portion of this adventure.
  2. Is there elevation gain? The trail is mostly level with minimal elevation gain.
  3. What is the temperature of the loi? Water temperature varies by season, but is typically between 60°F to 70°F