Discover Manawaiopuna Falls, also known as Jurassic Falls, the stunning Kauai waterfall featured in Jurassic Park.
Nestled deep in the heart of Kauai’s lush and jagged interior, Manawaiopuna Falls is a hidden gem that’s waiting to be discovered. Also known as “Jurassic Falls” due to its appearance in the movie Jurassic Park, this stunning waterfall is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking an adventurous escape into nature and for fans seeking a connection to the movie.
The magnificent waterfall is a towering 400-foot cascade of water that fans out over a rocky face into a tranquil pool surrounded by lush vegetation. Next to the main falls is a smaller, slightly shorter waterfall.
Located in the Hanapepe Valley on privately-owned land, Manawaiopuna Falls can only be accessed via a helicopter tour. (Situated on private land in an inaccessible area of Kauai, hiking to the falls is not an option.) There are several helicopter tour companies that visit the falls, but only one tour company, Island Helicopters, has permission to land.
Helicopter Tours That Visit Manawaiopuna Falls
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- Island Helicopters Jurassic Falls Landing: The only way to land at the falls. Walk the short jungle path to Manawaiopuna Falls and feel the power of the 400-foot waterfall made famous in Jurassic Park.
- Hughes 500 Helicopter: 4-passenger Hughes 500 helicopters have no middle back seats, giving you the best aerial views possible.
- Deluxe Waterfall Safari: You’ll cover the island’s most important attractions as you soar over landscapes made famous by movies; the high sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls and more.
- Air Kauai Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure: Take flight on a 60 minute doors-off helicopter flight with Air Kauai Helicopters that includes Manawaiopuna Falls. With nothing between you and the waterfall, book this tour for the best viewing and photo opportunities.
- Sunshine Helicopters Na Pali Coast Air Tour From Lihue: Soar over the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Wailua Falls, Jurassic Falls and more!
- Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco-Adventure Flight From Lihue: Witness the beauty of Na Pali Coast Sea Cliffs, Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Park Falls, Wailua Falls, Hanalei Bay and more!
- Discover Kauai Helicopter Tour From Princeville: Departing from Princeville, marvel at panoramic views of the sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Hanapepe Valley, Manawaiopuna Falls and more!
Experience the magic of Kauai’s Jurassic Falls by booking your tour today!
Read more about Manawaiopuna Falls in our Spring 2024 Issue of Kauai Magazine.
