The 4 Best Hiking & Trekking Trips in the Pacific Islands

1.Half-Day Guided Hike to Afareaitu Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $97Our pick

Walk through Afareaitu’s sacred valley with guides such as Yvette, Sylvie, Mary, or Teva. Expect a moderate, sometimes slippery trail past temple ruins, useful plants, rivers, and a waterfall pool. A fresh-fruit tasting in a private garden follows. Pickup is available, with a supplement from some hotels.

“A fun moderate hike full of knowledge about the Tahitian. Cultures a great swim at the waterfall and a delicious snack of fresh fruit”

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2.ADVENTURE KOKODA 10-Day Premium Kokoda Campaign Trek Australian Led

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $3,443

This demanding 12-day Kokoda trek runs south to north from Port Moresby, with an Australian expedition leader, Koiari guides, local carriers and a maximum of 15 trekkers. You’ll cross Imita Ridge, Efogi, Lake Myola and Kokoda, inspect wartime sites, attend the Isurava Dawn Service, and camp in a personal mosquito-proof tent.

“My trip was an overwhelming experience of the senses and something that I may never experience again, therefore something I will never forget. After a week back home and some rest I can say that I would do this trip again but in reverse order, not what I was thinking Read more”

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3.Private Breathtaking Koroyanitu Half Day Waterfall Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $216

Join Peni for a private 6 to 8 hour hike from Nadi to a Koroyanitu waterfall. Set your own pace, swim if conditions allow, visit Abaca Village, enjoy a local Fijian lunch, and pass Lautoka and historic Viseisei Village on the drive back.

“It can be strenuous but well worth the effort. Peni is a wonderful guide attentive to your abilities. Definitely experience the deep culture and village in the mountain. Feel this is a part of Fiji very few travelers get to experience. Put your westerRead more”

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4.Private Day Trip Hike and Boat in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $1,822

Spend eight hours with Fabian and Nikki exploring Moorea by foot and boat. Hike through pineapple fields to the Belvedere and 3 Pinus, learn about archaeological remains, eat a local meal on board at a motu, then look for rays, sharks, turtles, dolphins, and seasonal whales in Cook and Opunohu bays.

“Guides were extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. Lunch provided on boat was fresh and delicious. Great way to see Moorea and highly recommend.”

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