The 14 Best Private Waterfall Tours in the USA

1.Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,510 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $415Our pick

Fly privately over Kauai for about 75 minutes with every passenger beside a window. Ali’i Kauai Air Tours pilots such as Ross, Travis, Taylor, Aiden, Clay, and Stuart guide you past Jurassic Falls, Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Valley, Olokele Canyon, and Wai’ale’ale Crater. Expect strong wind, cool air, and views no road can match.

“Best way to see this magnificent island. Travis was a great pilot and made sure we both saw everything”

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2.Road To Hana: Maui Waterfall Hiking Tour in Private Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $299

Leave your Maui resort or vacation rental at 7 a.m. for an eight-hour private Jeep tour along the Road to Hana. Guide Alec shapes the day around your interests, taking you to waterfalls, swimming holes, a bamboo forest, black sand beaches, sea turtles, local food stops, and quiet viewpoints. Expect hiking, wet feet, photos, and a flexible route that may stop before Hana.

“Alec is laid back yet adventurous which is a perfect match for our family! Countless friends who drove themselves on the Road to Hana said it was not worth the trek. Alec explained that most people are in such a rush to get to Hana that they miss all of the beautiful sites along the way which is what happened in these cases. While we only made it 3/4 of the way to Hana, we saw everything on our list. Alec took care of every detail - water, snacks, lunch, photos, etc - allowing us to truly enjoy every minute of our day. Even returning us to our hotel almost…”

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3.Maui Circle Island-PRIVATE-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls & Lava!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $452

Board a private Maui Plane Rides flight in Kahului for a one-hour to 80-minute circuit of the island. Your pilot narrates sights such as Nakalele Blowhole, Hana, Molokini, Makena, and Haleakala. Expect headsets, drinks, smooth aerial views, and a small private party. Enter each passenger’s accurate weight when booking.

“This was a wonderful plane ride and recommend it highly. Eric was knowledgeable about all the islands and went above and beyond throughout the flight.”

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4.Private Big Island Tour: Coffee, Beaches, Volcanos, Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.)

Spend 8 to 11 hours circling Hawaii’s Big Island with guide Gary or Alex in a private vehicle. Sample Kona coffee, visit Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, look for sea turtles, explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, see Hilo and Rainbow Falls, and adjust the day to suit your group. Pickup, drinks, rain gear, and insect repellent are included.

“This tour was amazing! Gary was a very knowledgeable, caring, and friendly tour guide. He designed the tour around what we wanted to see and experience versus being a set itinerary like the other tours. Traveling with my senior parents to see the Hawaii Volcano National Park, he provided opportunities for me to explore different parts of the park, while he took my parents to areas requiring less activity. We got to see the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut factory and walk through their gardens and explore downtown Hilo. I will definitely book another tour with him the next time on on the Big Island.”

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5.Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $350

Leave Asheville at 9 a.m. for a private 6 to 8 hour tour through Franklin, Highlands, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. You will visit Cullasaja, Dry, Bridal Veil, Whitewater, and Looking Glass Falls, with hotel or Airbnb pickup, bottled water, snacks, and a flexible guide such as Lee, Adriana, or Jason.

“My wife and I chose this tour as part of our trip to Asheville - we are very glad we did. Jason was fantastic. He is personable, outgoing, and knowledgeable. Not being from NC, we could not have found/seen what we saw without him. I highly recommend Jason and this tour.”

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6.Private Waterfall and Blue Ridge Parkway Tour with a Naturalist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 4 hours 45 minutes (approx.)

Spend about 4 hours and 45 minutes with a naturalist guide exploring Pisgah National Forest waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway viewpoints. Choose a 1 to 3 mile or 3 to 7 mile hike, with private hotel pickup, hiking poles, ponchos, water, and snacks included. A picnic lunch is available as an add-on.

“Beautiful day full of adventure. Waterfalls were off the beaten track so wonderful time. Would love to do a different set of falls next time”

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7.Private Tour: Niagara Falls Sightseeing from US Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours with a private driver-guide visiting Niagara Falls State Park, Goat Island, Three Sisters Island, Whirlpool State Park, the power station, and more. You can request a sedan, SUV, or van, and guides such as Joe, Jim, Bill, and Doug have tailored stops for families, older adults, and curious sightseers.

“The best part, of course, was seeing Niagara Falls! Also, seeing parts of Buffalo was unexpected, but great. The same for the areas on the Canadian side.”

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8.6 Hour Private Tour-Volcanoes NP, Rainbow Falls and more.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend six hours with local guide Derrick visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, and Lili'uokalani Gardens. Your private van group can adjust the day for weather and interests, adding options such as Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, a macadamia nut farm, Big Island Candies, or Hilo sights.

“Our pick up at the cruise dock was easy and quick, and we had an amazing day with Derek, as he took us to the volcano, macadamia nut farm, lava tube, waterfall and more. We had a group of eight people, and the van was spacious and comfortable.”

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9.Private Customizable Niagara Falls Day Tour – Buffalo NY Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $487

Build your own Niagara Falls day with Wheelz Niagara, departing from any Buffalo hotel or residence. Guides such as Steve, Judy, and Bernie can arrange stops around your interests, from the Hornblower cruise and Journey Behind the Falls to Niagara-on-the-Lake and wine country. Bring a valid passport or visa for the Canadian border.

“The Skylon Tower was amazing! And, lunch was especially delicious sitting by the Falls!!! The Big Head Wine Tour was educational and fun!!!”

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10.Private Magical Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $450

You’ll fly from Kona over Waipio, Waimanu, Honokane Nui, Pololu, and six other Kohala valleys before crossing the volcano summit and following the leeward coast. The flight lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes and carries only your private group. Pilots such as Danny, Agnes, and Tyler provide smooth flying and strong local commentary. Doors-off seating costs extra.

“One of the best experiences I have done. Great for the whole family. Not a bad seat. Pilot was great and fun. Could not recommend more!!”

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11.Private Hilo Shore Excursion to Volcano Waterfall and Black Sand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

You’ll travel privately with your group of up to 14, starting at Hilo port or a hotel. Guide Adam can adjust the day around your interests, from Kīlauea and Thurston Lava Tube to Punaluʻu, Rainbow Falls, coffee, sweets, and macadamias. Expect 6 to 7 hours, snacks, water, and changing weather.

“Adam was great. High energy and really knows his history well. Great trip for our family with kids ages 10, 10 and 11. We went to see the ocean and a cool lava arch instead of the black sand beach. Rainbow falls, macadamia nut farm and farmers market to get mangosteen and white pineapple. great trip. Thanks.”

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12.Private Guided Tour with Trolley Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $60Best value

Spend two hours with a private English-speaking guide, such as Mike or Rickie, seeing all three Niagara Falls from the US side. You’ll ride the trolley, hear daredevil and rescue stories, and get practical help with Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, Canadian viewpoints, shuttles, meals, and local stops.

“Mike was fantastic. We had our 95 yr mom with us and he was very patient and tailored the tour to her speed and ability. He had a wonderful way of sharing facts and knew so much the tour was fascinating. He took a real interest in us and we felt like we were old friends by the end of the tour. Highly recommend Mike!!!!!”

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13.Private – All Inclusive Big Island Volcano & Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend about 12.5 hours exploring the Big Island with a private guide, from Rainbow Falls and Akaka Falls to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Lunch, dinner, drinks, snacks, park fees, rain gear, hiking poles, binoculars, and 20 to 25 edited photos are included. The day ends with a planned lava-viewing stop near Halema‘uma‘u Crater.

“This was such an amazing tour! Went to Mt Kilauea and got to see lava which was the highlight of our trip here! Saw beautiful waterfalls!”

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14.Private Big Island Tour:Coffee, Beaches,Volcanos & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 11 hours

Spend 11 hours with Wild Hawaii Tours in a private van for up to six. Guides such as Gary and Brandon tailor the day around coffee farms, Punaluʻu Beach, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, waterfalls, and local food. Hotel pickup, park admission, drinks, snacks, rain gear, and coffee samples are included.

“This was one of the best tours I've ever experienced. It was absolutely worth every penny! Being a private tour, we could customize the schedule to our family's preferences rather than following a rigid group itinerary. We spent more time at places that interested us most, moving at our own pace throughout the day. Our tour guide was exceptional! He was both easy to talk with and incredibly knowledgeable about the island. When he noticed our energy levels dropping, he thoughtfully gave us space to rest without any pressure to maintain conversation. Looking at the value, it's remarkable - our family of four paid less than $1,200 for an 11-hour…”

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