Kualoa Ranch

Kualoa Ranch: Adventure and Cinema in Jurassic Valley

Kualoa Ranch is a tourist destination located on Oahu, Hawaii, that combines outdoor activities, cinematic landscapes, and cultural experiences. The property spans 4,000 acres and stretches from Ka'aawa Valley to the waters of Kaneohe Bay. The ranch presents itself as a place to enjoy nature, explore the island on horseback, or learn about Hawaiian culture.

Featured Experiences

The offering includes guided tours, adventure activities, and full-day or half-day packages. Among the most popular tours is the Movie Sites & Ranch Tour, which goes through Ka'aawa Valley, known as Hollywood's "Hawaii Backlot," where more than 250 movies and TV shows have been filmed. During this tour, you visit locations such as the Jurassic World bunker, the boneyard from Kong: Skull Island, the Jumanji dance-fight area, the 50 First Dates gate, and Godzilla's footprints.

The Jurassic Adventure Tour is a 2.5-hour journey through the Kualoa, Hakipu'u, and Ka'aawa valleys, visiting filming locations from Jurassic Park, Jurassic World, and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. The Zipline Adventure offers 7 tandem zipline sections, 2 suspension bridges, and 5 short trails, with lengths of up to a quarter mile. The Horseback Walking Tour allows you to see the valleys and pastures from the perspective of a paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy).

Other activities include the Jungle Expedition Tour through the Hakipu'u rainforest, the Ocean Voyage that crosses the 800-year-old Moli'i fishpond and sails by catamaran in Kaneohe Bay, and the Kualoa Grown Tour that showcases sustainable agricultural practices and local products. UTV Raptor tours, electric bike (E-Bike) tours, and activities at Secret Island Beach are also offered.

Packages and Prices

The Best of Kualoa Full Day Package includes three 90-minute tours: Movie Sites, Jungle Expedition, and Kualoa Grown, with a free buffet lunch at the Ranch House. Check-in is at 8:30 a.m. and the experience lasts until 3:30 p.m. The listed price is $99.95 (previously $164.95). The Kualoa Half Day Package combines the Movie Sites Tour and the Ocean Voyage, also with a free buffet lunch, for $69.95 (previously $124.95). Children's prices vary by tour.

Dining and Shops

The ranch has Aunty Pat's Cafe, JJ's Outpost, and Kualoa Grown Market, where local products can be purchased. The dining offering is integrated into the visitor experience.

Events and Education

Kualoa Ranch offers spaces for corporate events, team building, weddings, and film and television productions. It also develops educational programs and stewardship activities.

History and Environment

The property is home to a well-preserved ahupua'a (Hawaiian land division) and the Moli'i fishpond, estimated to be 800 years old according to carbon dating. The ranch maintains diversified agriculture and ranching practices and promotes sustainability through its Kualoa Grown program.

Location and Contact

Kualoa Ranch · Phone: (808) 237-7321