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Best Forest & Jungle Hikes Worldwide: Our Top 15

33 hikes  ·  from $26 a head

The good forest & jungle hikes fill up first and the great ones fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui - Entering the East Maui rainforest
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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

1.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $187Our pick

Ride the Road to Hana from Kahului, then hike East Maui’s rainforest with a local naturalist. You’ll cross streams, scramble over basalt, visit several waterfalls, swim in freshwater pools, and sample rainforest fruit. Guides such as Des, Joel, Michael, and Abby are known for mixing island culture, plant lore, humor, and careful trail support.

“My favorite part was definitely seeing the waterfalls. I did expect to see more wildlife… definitely more birds. But our guide couldn’t have done a better job. She made it fun and informative!”

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Hike El Yunque Rainforest and Kayak Bio Bay Combo Tour - Down the rocky river trail in El Yunque
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Hike El Yunque Rainforest and Kayak Bio Bay Combo Tour

2.Hike El Yunque Rainforest and Kayak Bio Bay Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,010 reviews · from $172

Spend about 12 hours hiking muddy river trails in El Yunque, swimming beneath waterfalls, and trying natural slides before kayaking through mangroves to Laguna Grande at night. Guides such as Jason, Adriana, George, and Chris have earned praise for safety and energy. Pickup is offered in San Juan, but the day is long and physically demanding.

“Amazing! We toured with Adriana and she was so sweet, knowledgeable and helpful. She made everything so easy and fun. The tour itself was beautiful (although the hike was shorter than expected). Would highly recommend :)”

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Chiang Mai: 2-Day Jungle Trek with Elephant Farm & Raft Ride - Bamboo rafting on the Mae Wang River
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Chiang Mai: 2-Day Jungle Trek with Elephant Farm & Raft Ride

3.Chiang Mai: 2-Day Jungle Trek with Elephant Farm & Raft Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 881 reviews · 2 days · from $97

Spend two active days outside Chiang Mai, walking from rice fields into bamboo forest, swimming at a jungle waterfall, and staying overnight in a Karen village. You will feed and bathe rescued elephants, raft for 40 minutes on the Mae Wang River, and travel in a group of up to 12 with English or Thai-speaking guides. Guides such as Witoon, Moon, Sammy, and Toon have led recent departures.

“This trip was so much fun, and our guide, Toon, was so lovely and friendly. The setting and the views were spectacular, especially waking up for the sunrise over the mountains. The elephant sanctuary was so cool as well, getting to feed them and wash them in the river. I would highly recommend this trip if you enjoy walking, stunning scenery, waterfalls, and want to experience seeing elephants up close in a setting where they are not mistreated for financial gain.”

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From Khao Lak: Khao Sok Jungle Hike & River Tour - What the hike feels like in real conditions
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From Khao Lak: Khao Sok Jungle Hike & River Tour

4.From Khao Lak: Khao Sok Jungle Hike & River Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 688 reviews · 8h 30m · from $95

Travel from Khao Lak to Khao Sok for a guided rainforest hike, wildlife spotting, a swim in a freshwater stream, a generous Thai lunch, and a gentle river trip with a local paddler. Guides such as Ron, Mong, Gay, and Ken are especially good at finding snakes, monkeys, lizards, and insects. The day ends at Khao Sok View Point.

“Very interesting trip. We saw different animals and insects, swam in the jungle river, and had a relaxing trip on bambbo rafting. Special thanks to our guide, we learned a lot from him. Thank you!”

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Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls - What to wear for the waterfall hike
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Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

5.Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 589 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Leave downtown Seattle at 9 a.m. for a guided, two-hour hike through Olallie State Park to Twin Falls and Upper Falls. Then see 270-foot Snoqualmie Falls, historic Snoqualmie, North Bend, and Borst Lake. Guides including John, Susan, Brie, Rachel, and Bri lead small groups of up to 14 in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Truly amazing experience!!! Highly recommend this tour. The hike was a bit of a challenge but the views were worth the effort.”

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Rainforest Hike and Waterfall Safari - The rainforest walk to Venus Estate Waterfall
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Rainforest Hike and Waterfall Safari

6.Rainforest Hike and Waterfall Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 567 reviews · from $66

From Gros Islet, you ride an open-air 4x4 through plantations and rainforest to Anse La Raye. Guides such as Lulu, Marley, Crystal, and Kelvin share island stories, point out plants and wildlife, and lead you across streams to Venus Estate Waterfall. Bring water shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.

“The rain forest safari tour from Gros Islet was a great way to see the lush natural beauty of Saint Lucia's west coast. The open-air 4x4 vehicle allowed us to spot lots of local wildlife as we drove through the fruit plantations and forests. The highlight was definitely the Venus Estate Waterfall, where we had about 20 minutes to swim in the refreshing pools, snap photos of the cascades, and take in the tranquil scenery. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable, though I would have loved to have a bit more time to fully enjoy the waterfall area. Overall, a wonderful introduction to Saint Lucia's rainforest ecosystem!”

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Mt. Rainier highlights - old forest, falls and glaciers - Paradise and the uphill glacier walk
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Mt. Rainier highlights – old forest, falls and glaciers

7.Mt. Rainier highlights – old forest, falls and glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 564 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle with a small group of up to 14. Hike near Paradise, picnic by glacier views, and visit Narada Falls, Christine Falls, Reflection Lake, and old-growth forest near Longmire. Snowshoes, crampons, poles, water, transport, and park fees are included. Guides such as Susan, Nate, Rachel, and Matt lead the day, but the guide is not guaranteed.

“Susan (our driver & guide) was friendly & professional. She arranged our stops to minimize delays, and ensured everyone had ample opportunities to use a restroom and purchase food throughout our 11 hour tour (including the two, 3 hour drives from & back to Seattle).”

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Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour - The e-bike ride to the end of the road
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Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour

8.Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 562 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $161

Ride a step-through electric bike from Ketchikan’s docks toward the end of the paved road, then hike through Tongass National Forest to a salmon stream, waterfall, and rocky beach. Guides such as Chandler, Sophie, Raven, and Koda explain the plants and wildlife. Smoked salmon, vegan snacks, drinks, rain gear, and port transport are included.

“We had a very difficult time with the pickup location due to Viato’s super vague instructions. If you are on the Norwegian Bliss, STAY AT THE PORT AREA!!! Ketchikan Kayak will come pick you up there!! Don’t panic and take the shuttle downtown. Ok, once we found out where to go our tour left because we were 20 minutes late. The supervisor went so far out of his way to help us. He took us in his personal vehicle on his day off, to where the E-bikes are kept and where the tour starts. They had a guide to meet us there to give us a private tour. (Turns out…”

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Munduk: Twin Lake Jungle Hike, Ulun Danu Temple, & Waterfall - Twin Lake Viewpoint gives you the big picture
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Munduk: Twin Lake Jungle Hike, Ulun Danu Temple, & Waterfall

9.Munduk: Twin Lake Jungle Hike, Ulun Danu Temple, & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 536 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $38

Join guides such as Oka, Putu, Suma, or Henry for a 5 to 8 hour North Bali outing. You’ll see Twin Lake Viewpoint, hike through Tamblingan’s rainforest, cross the lake by canoe, visit old temples, and swim at Banyumala Waterfall. Pickup, lunch, and coffee tasting depend on your booking option.

“Oka was a very good guide. He was super nice and helpful. Our driver was also very accomodating.”

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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls - Hotel pickup makes the park easy to reach
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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

10.Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 536 reviews · 6 hours · from $69

Explore Tijuca Forest with a bilingual guide such as Vini, Riccardo, Tito, or Luiza on a moderate 6.2 km trail. Visit Taunay Waterfall, Mayrink Chapel, a suspension bridge, coffee-era ruins, Morcego’s Grotto, and Baronesa Cascade, where you can cool off under the falls. Hotel pickup is available from selected South Zone properties.

“Hike was good. Guide Vini is quite knowledgeable and friendly. Going to nature is always healing, but cannot say i was exited with what i saw. There were no mosquitos, we didn't see animals, places were sometimes empty, then other people arrive. So these conditions vary. Hike was not average, for me it was closer to easy level, however in the end everybody was sleeping in the car) So it's a good option to spend some time in Rio and explore the park. Car arrived almost on time, but i would like if orginizers will also send information about the car, like plate number, model or name on the car.”

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Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup - Paia, Hookipa, and the turn into rainforest
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Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup

11.Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 518 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $229

Follow the Hana Highway into East Maui with a local guide, then hike about 2.5 miles through rainforest to at least three waterfalls. You can swim in a tropical pool or jump from rocks into the water. Guides such as Pasco, Des, Sara, Gail, and Jacob are praised for sharing plant, history, and geology insights. Lunch, snacks, water, and resort pickup are included.

“Wonderful hike in the woods of paradise. If your in Maui, you need to schedule this excursion immediately”

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3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra - Two basic camps and what to expect
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3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

12.3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $205

You’ll spend three days trekking into Gunung Leuser National Park from Bukit Lawang with an English-speaking ITGA-HPI certified guide such as Kiran. Expect two basic jungle camps, meals, orangutan spotting, and a river tubing ride back. The trek suits fit hikers and groups of up to eight.

“Our small group had a wonderful experience in the jungle. Kiran our guide was great in spotting the Oran Utans and other Monkeys even when day were hiding due to the rain.”

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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip - The primate rescue center puts conservation first
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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

13.Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 327 reviews · 9 hours · from $26Best value

Travel from Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, or Trang An to Cuc Phuong with an English-speaking guide such as Hoa or Viet. Visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, walk to a prehistoric cave and 1,000-year-old Cay Cho tree, then eat a generous Vietnamese lunch in the forest. Expect a moderate hike, leeches, and possible rain.

“The guide was very experienced and he really enjoys the jungles, so it was extremely interesting listening to him. Beautiful experience!”

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Tenerife: Anaga Mountains & Enchanted Forest Hiking Tour - The morning drive and the Enchanted Forest
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Tenerife: Anaga Mountains & Enchanted Forest Hiking Tour

14.Tenerife: Anaga Mountains & Enchanted Forest Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 7 hours · from $122

Join guide Alex, or another English-speaking guide, for a seven-hour Anaga Mountains adventure. Walk through misty laurel forest, volcanic ridges, caves, old water channels, and cliffside paths. The small group is limited to eight, with hotel pickup, picnic food, safety gear, and 20 to 30 digital photos included.

“Excellent experience! Anaga is other worldly. Alex was a wealth of knowledge about the island. The hike was very challenging but I would absolutely do it again.”

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Tenerife: Hike Above Masca in Enchanted Forest with Pick-up - Pickup from Tenerife South saves half the hassle
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Tenerife: Hike Above Masca in Enchanted Forest with Pick-up

15.Tenerife: Hike Above Masca in Enchanted Forest with Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 294 reviews · 5 hours · from $104

Join Massimo, Elena, or another multilingual guide for an 8-kilometer hike above Masca and through Teno Rural Park. You will cross pine woodland, volcanic ground, open viewpoints, and a misty laurel forest, with a light picnic, poles, transport from Tenerife South, and 20 to 30 digital photos included.

“Hike that lives up to its name - the views were very enchanting! 100% recommend!”

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