Waimea Valley

Waimea Valley Waimea as a living pu'uhonua (place of refuge) for and by the kānaka for Hawai'i and the world.
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Waimea Valley is a nature preserve and cultural landmark on Oʻahu’s North Shore, deeply connected to Native Hawaiian history as a traditional puʻuhonua (place of refuge) and a center for cultural learning. Stroll through the 150-acre botanical garden, home to 3,000+ plant species, rare natives, and cultural sites offering hands-on activities from artisan crafts to Hawaiian games. Join a compliment

ary botanical tour or the personalized Kipahele Tour to immerse yourself in Waimea Valley’s history, legends, and scenic views. Refresh under the wailele (waterfall), enjoy dining near the waterfall trail or visitor center, browse local crafts in the gift shop, and end the day with a dinner and a show Toa Luau, featuring ʻumu-cooked dishes, Polynesian dance, music, and interactive cultural experiences. Whether you're seeking a peaceful nature walk, cultural connection, or a relax day outdoors with your family, Waimea Valley welcomes you.

Some music doesn’t just fill a space, it carries a place. We begin this year’s Summer Concert Series at Waimea Valley wi...
05/29/2026

Some music doesn’t just fill a space, it carries a place. We begin this year’s Summer Concert Series at Waimea Valley with , a Hawaiʻi-based collective whose sound is rooted in community, storytelling, and shared experience.

Blending reggae foundations with life in Hawaiʻi, The Vitals have built their music through collaboration and connection, from early releases like “Fake Lover” to their Hawaiian-language interpretation of Bob Marley’s “Waiting in Vain,” “Kali Ana Au.” Their work reflects both influence and intention, honoring where they come from and the voices they create alongside.

Join us in the valley on June 27th for an evening of live music, gathering, and aloha as we begin the series together.

🎟️ Tickets available now via the link in our bio

05/28/2026

Celebrate Ocean Day with us! Join Mālama Pupukea on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in aloha ʻāina (love of the land) and mālama kai (care for the ocean) as we honor our deep connection to this living place.

Enjoy a free, family-friendly gathering with educational booths, hula, and a keiki art contest exhibit and awards highlighting our young kiaʻi (protectors) and their ʻike (knowledge).

Come celebrate, learn, and mālama this special place we call home.

05/28/2026

Waimea Valley Annual Pass Membership
Celebrating 20 Years of Stewardship, Culture and Connection!

This summer, join us in honoring 20 years of Waimea Valley and stay connected all year long through stewardship, culture, and ʻāina.

An Annual Pass is more than admission. It is a way to support the ongoing care of this wahi pana, its waterfall, trails, gardens, and cultural experiences that share the story of Waimea Valley with every visit.

🌺 Annual Membership Options:
• Individual — $40
• Family — $80
• Lifetime — $800

Available online via the link in our bio or in person at the Waimea Valley Visitor Center. Kamaʻāina verification required upon pickup.

Offer period: May 22 – June 15

05/25/2026

These trees never truly leave Waimea… they begin again.

Our Wood Salvage Program is rooted in mālama ʻāina (care for the land), where trees removed for safety or ecological balance are thoughtfully transformed rather than lost. In this wahi pana (storied, sacred place), even what is taken carries forward meaning and purpose.

Our Conservation Manager Parker shares the story of wiliwili, a native tree connected to cultural practice, including its use in papa heʻe nalu (surfboards), reflecting the deep connection between forest, people, and ocean.

More information can be found on our website: www.waimeavalley.net

05/22/2026

Experience the beauty of Waimea Valley at sunrise.

Launching June 2nd, our new Guided Sunrise Tour offers an exclusive early-morning journey through the Valley featuring cultural storytelling, native plants, scenic landscapes, and a peaceful visit to Waimea Falls.

Guided electric shuttle tour
Cultural and botanical exploration
Exclusive Waimea Falls access & swim (conditions permitting)

Click the link in our bio to purchase tickets and reserve your sunrise experience.

05/21/2026

More than a name, a legacy carried through generations.
Prince Albert Edward Kauikeaouli Kaleiopapa a Kamehameha embodies genealogy, honor, and the continuation of aliʻi lineage. Each name carries deep significance — honoring beloved ancestors, chiefly responsibility, and the enduring spirit of Hawaiʻi.

This reel highlights the meaning behind his inoa and the powerful legacy it continues to carry today.

And for our kamaʻāina community — enjoy 50% off admission at Waimea Valley with valid Hawaiʻi ID.

05/20/2026

The lineup is here! Join us for the Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series on the last Saturday of June, July, and August 2026!

Hosted by Kimo Kahoʻāno, each afternoon will feature unforgettable Hawaiian mele, hula, and island vibes surrounded by the beauty of Waimea Valley. Bring your ʻohana, your friends, your aloha spirit, and your best dance moves

Concert Dates:
June 27 - Main Lawn
July 25 - Main Lawn
August 29 - Upper Meadow

🎟️ Tickets available now — purchase through the link in our bio!

Stay tuned for artist announcements and more details.

05/17/2026

Yes, there’s been traffic lately, but some places are still worth slowing down for.

At the end of the drive, Waimea Valley is still here waiting for you, offering waterfall swims, cultural sites, native plants, and space to reconnect with the beauty of Hawaiʻi.

The journey may take a little longer right now, but what you find here makes it worth every minute. Plan your visit today and experience Waimea Valley for yourself.

Did you know one of Hawaiʻi’s rarest native plants still grows in Waimea Valley?For National Endangered Species Day, we ...
05/15/2026

Did you know one of Hawaiʻi’s rarest native plants still grows in Waimea Valley?

For National Endangered Species Day, we honor the Nīoi (Eugenia koolauensis), a highly endangered native Hawaiian plant found only in the Koʻolau mountain range. Waimea Valley remains home to one of the few known wild populations of this precious species.

Through ongoing mālama ʻāina, our conservation team continues the careful work of propagating, monitoring and protecting Nioi from threats such as myrtle rust, habitat loss and invasive species — helping to ensure this native plant can continue to thrive in the valley it calls home.

By supporting places like Waimea Valley and sharing the importance of protecting native species, each of us can play a part in caring for Hawaiʻi’s living legacy.

05/13/2026

Every path, plant, and space reflects the ongoing mālama and kuleana of our team, grounded in ʻike kūpuna and a commitment to stewarding this wahi pana. Our gardens are living expressions of aloha ʻāina, where nature, culture, and ʻike continue to grow together.
We are deeply honored to share that Waimea Valley received First Place in the Readers’ Choice Awards – Best of Oʻahu Island List for Botanical Gardens

Mahalo nui to everyone who voted and continues to support Waimea Valley. It is because of you that we are able to carry this work forward in service to ʻāina and our lāhui

Address

59-864 Kamehameha Highway
Haleiwa, HI
96712

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18086387766

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