Guided Tours

Kualoa Ranch: Movie Sites and Ranch Tour

Dinosaur bones on grassy field at Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii with lush mountains in the background.

Tour bus on a scenic road through lush green valleys at Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii.

Aerial view of Mokoli'i Island near Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii with lush mountains in the background.

Giant skull and bones at Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii, with a person exploring the area.

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

Open today

7:00am - 6:00pm

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Guided tour

4.8/5(278)

Jian L

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We really enjoyed the Movie Sites and Ranch Tour at Kualoa Ranch! The scenery was absolutely stunning — lush green mountains, ocean views, and so many famous filming locations all in one place. It was fun seeing spots from Jurassic Park and other movies while learning about the history of the ranch and Hawaiian culture. The tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the ride entertaining the whole time. The ranch itself feels peaceful and incredibly beautiful, like stepping into another world. Definitely one of the highlights of our Hawaii trip and highly recommended for families and movie fans!

Curtis B

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The ranch is beautiful, words are lacking for awesomeness of this area. The tour guide needs more education about the ranch and some lessons on how to communicate the history of the area. He is a very nice young man and has a good personality for doing the job. I'd encourage him to get better as he could make a lot more on his tips.

áKos N

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Thank you this tour guys, it was a wonderful amazing moment in my life with my family their enjoy also, and thank you for your fantastic jobs all of the team!

Airis M

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The sites and most of all the knowledgeable host/driver. She was amazing. Expected more from the movie spots but it was a nice and informative experience.

Vanessa L

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

This tour was by far the best thing I did and saw while in Hawaii! It was breathtaking! Beautiful scenery and the tour was absolutely amazing! A good pace and felt we got to see all of it!! Really loved it! Had some fruit while we were there from their own garden! Our tour person was very kind and enjoyable! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone planning to be in Hawaii! Don't leave Hawaii without trying this tour!!

Stella G

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

The tour guide did a great job explaining the tour and had a great sense of humor. My Aunt and Uncle use a walking cane to get around and the tour gave them enough time to get out and explore, take photos, and enjoy the full tour without feeling like a burden. This was my second time on the tour as we take people from out of town. Another fantastic experience!

Explore Kaʻaʻawa Valley, Hollywood’s famous “Hawaii Backlot,” on a 90-min tour that combines movies, history, and culture in one experience.

See filming locations from blockbuster hits and fan favorites, like the Finding ‘Ohana scavenger hunt site, Kong Skull Island's boneyard, Jumanji dance-fight area, ATV hill from Mike & Dave, and Godzilla’s footprints.

Ride aboard a vintage school bus that takes you comfortably through dirt roads and scenic trails while your guide points out iconic sets and stories.

Learn about Hawaiian culture, ranching, farming, and visit a WWII army bunker in the mountain showcasing movie memorabilia and wartime artifacts.

90-min movie sites & ranch tour of Ka’a’awa Valley

Vintage bus tour

Expert guide

Gratuities

Food & beverage

Transportation to/from Kualoa Ranch

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Sanket R
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
It's amazing experience, check in was smooth, and tour was about 90 minutes, super cool tour , kids friendly, we loved it
Marcelo A
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Loved this tour, got to see many different Hollywood sets!
Ngoc T
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
great experience, beautiful kong skull
Jian L
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We really enjoyed the Movie Sites and Ranch Tour at Kualoa Ranch! The scenery was absolutely stunning — lush green mountains, ocean views, and so many famous filming locations all in one place. It was fun seeing spots from Jurassic Park and other movies while learning about the history of the ranch and Hawaiian culture. The tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the ride entertaining the whole time. The ranch itself feels peaceful and incredibly beautiful, like stepping into another world. Definitely one of the highlights of our Hawaii trip and highly recommended for families and movie fans!
áKos N
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Thank you this tour guys, it was a wonderful amazing moment in my life with my family their enjoy also, and thank you for your fantastic jobs all of the team!

Discover Kualoa’s Kaʻaʻawa Valley, known as Hollywood’s “Hawai‘i Backlot,” on a 90-min tour that blends famous movie sites, cultural history, and local stories into one memorable experience.

Getting started

Arrive at the Ticket Office 45 mins before your scheduled departure for check-in, and proceed to your tour vehicle.

What to expect

Movie Sites & Ranch Tour

Kaʻaʻawa Valley has been the filming site for over 300 movies and TV shows since the 1950s and remains one of Hawaii’s most iconic cultural landscapes.

Features

Vintage school bus ride: Travel through the valley in a classic school bus, a fun and comfortable way to explore film sites with your guide.

Famous film locations: Visit recognizable sets, including the Finding ‘Ohana scavenger hunt site, the Kong Skull Island boneyard, the Jumanji dance-fight area, the ATV hill from Mike & Dave, and Godzilla’s massive footprints.

Hollywood history: Learn behind-the-scenes stories and see how Kaʻaʻawa Valley earned its reputation as Hollywood’s go-to filming location.

Hawaiian culture & ranch life: Hear stories about traditional Hawaiian culture, ranching, farming, and diversified agriculture in the valley.

World War II army bunker: Step inside a historic bunker built into the mountain, now home to WWII artifacts, exhibits, and an impressive collection of movie posters, props, and memorabilia.

What to bring

Carry a Valid photo ID with you for the tour.

Additional information

Arrive at the Ticket Office at least 45 minutes before your tour is scheduled to start to check in.

Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult to participate.

For those traveling with infants aged 2 or younger, they will be seated on your lap during the tour. The infant needs to be included in your booking as well.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.