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Waimea Canyon Downhill Bike Ride
Overview
Experience Kauaʻi’s natural beauty from a new perspective on this unforgettable downhill biking adventure through Waimea Canyon, Kōkeʻe, and Nāpali State Parks. You’ll explore the island’s secret lookouts, hear captivating local legends, and take in sweeping views of the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” and Waipoʻo Falls. As the day winds down, coast to the ocean and watch the sun set over the Forbidden Island from Kekaha Beach, an incredible finale to your Kauaʻi adventure.
What's Included
- Bottled water Local juice and bottle water
- State park entry fees
- Hybrid bikes are provided
- Safety equipment such as helmet and gloves
- Experienced local guide
- Rain jacket, camera, sunglasses, sunscreen,
- Closed-toe shoes required
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
4505 Puolo Road
Hanapepe, HI 96716, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Get ready for one of Kauaʻi’s most scenic and adrenaline-filled experiences. Begin the journey with a guided van ride through Waimea Canyon, stopping along the way to admire panoramic views, hidden lookouts, and vibrant island landscapes. Once at the top, hop on your hybrid bike for an exhilarating 11.7-mile downhill ride along smooth paved roads.
The coast down takes about 45 to 55 minutes, with average speeds around 17–20 mph. If you’re comfortable, you can pick up the pace on the second stretch while enjoying the cool mountain air and breathtaking views. The experience is more than just a bike ride—it’s a fully guided adventure filled with history, connection, and the spirit of Kauaʻi.
Finish your journey with a magical sunset at Kekaha Beach, where golden light meets the waves of the Pacific for a perfect photo moment.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with physical limitations or riders who do not feel comfortable riding on pave winding road
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- CLOSED-TOE SHOES REQUIRED, NO sandals or water shoes, NO exceptions.
- Maximum Weight limit 250lbs, Minimum Weight limit is 95lbs
- Height minimum 4'11inches and maximum 6'5 inches
- Travelers must feel comfortable ridding as a group at a moderate speed on windy public pave roads
- 14 years old minimum age
- No pregnant travelers
- Ride takes place on public asphalt roads (this is not mountain biking)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-121491P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water. Local juice and bottle water.
- State park entry fees.
- Hybrid bikes are provided.
- Safety equipment such as helmet and gloves.
- Experienced local guide.
- Rain jacket, camera, sunglasses, sunscreen,.
- Closed-toe shoes required.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off.
- Gratuities.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 15. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Waimea Canyon Downhill Bike Ride is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with physical limitations or riders who do not feel comfortable riding on pave winding road
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Waimea Canyon Downhill Bike Ride will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled waterLocal juice and bottle water
- State park entry fees
- Hybrid bikes are provided
- Safety equipment such as helmet and gloves
- Experienced local guide
- Rain jacket, camera, sunglasses, sunscreen,
- Closed-toe shoes required
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with physical limitations or riders who do not feel comfortable riding on pave winding road
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- CLOSED-TOE SHOES REQUIRED, NO sandals or water shoes, NO exceptions.
- Maximum Weight limit 250lbs, Minimum Weight limit is 95lbs
- Height minimum 4'11inches and maximum 6'5 inches
- Travelers must feel comfortable ridding as a group at a moderate speed on windy public pave roads
- 14 years old minimum age
- No pregnant travelers
- Ride takes place on public asphalt roads (this is not mountain biking)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
