Big Island Full Day Tour from Hilo
Duration: 6-7 Hours
Availability: M-Sat
Time: 9:00am
Join us for a unique, one-day adventure tour exploring the soul of Hawaii Island from summit to sea. Our tour includes hands-on artifacts, fresh local fruit samples, and memorable stories and insights about the places we visit. We’ll take you on an unforgettable journey exploring waterfalls, active volcanoes, and black sand beaches. We begin with the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls in Hilo followed by a drive through the beautiful Edo-style garden of Liliuokalani Park. Next, you’ll explore the captivating beauty of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to Kilauea – the world’s most active volcano. You’ll travel from the visitor center to Kilauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, followed by a walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, we provide a complimentary meal at a local restaurant serving island-infused cuisine. Afterward, you’ll visit the famous black sand beach Punaluu on the Kau coast and meet some of the many green sea turtles who inhabit the cove.
Tour Highlights:
- Rainbow Falls
- Kilauea Volcano
- Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube)
- Punaluu Black Sand Beach
- Liliuokalani Park
Tour Includes:
- National Park Pass
- Lunch (vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free available)
- Fresh fruit platters
- Cultural artifacts
- Flashlight
- Umbrella
- Water
What to Bring:
- Shoes
- Jacket
- Water bottle/flask
Note: Pickup starts at 9am in the Hilo area. Please ask your booking agent for specific pickup locations. Airport pickup is not available at this time. This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour. No alcoholic beverages are provided on this tour.
