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Hilo Shore Excursion: Punaluu Black Sand Beach, Volcano, & Hilo

Make the most of your time on the Big Island of Hawaii on this 3-in-1 tour of the island’s top attractions. Your guide takes care of navigation and logistics on this small-group tour. You’ll walk the famous black sand at Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, drive on the Chain of Crater Road and see various lookouts in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and visit the historic town of Hilo and Rainbow Falls.

Hilo Shore Excursion: Punaluu Black Sand Beach, Volcano, & Hilo

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Take a journey to the youngest Hawaiian Island and witness firsthand the amazing power of Hawaii’s fiery goddess of fire, Madame Pele. Learn the ancient legends about just how these magnificent islands formed … as well as see for your self the amazing landscapes and wonder of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii. This exciting tour visits the Hawaii’s most active volcano, Kilauea volcano, and spends the day at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Take in the diverse scenery of the island of Hawaii, where you’ll discover black sand beaches, Thurston lava tube and the natural formations of Hawaii volcanoes. Experience the town of Kona, travel to Kilauea volcano and explore the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with our expert tour guides. Fill your Hawaiian vacation with excitement and educational fun while exploring the only active volcano in Hawaii!

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more

See the best of the Big Island of Hawaii in just one day on this comprehensive tour of the island’s landscapes. Travel in a luxury van with a small group and a local expert who shares insight about Hawaiian history and culture—and takes care of navigation and logistics. You’ll visit Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and Rainbow Falls to see black sand beaches, waterfalls, and more.

Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch

Skip the rental car and let a local guide handle the driving through Hawaii’s sprawling landscapes. This half-day tour covers Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kilauea crater, the Nahuku lava tube, Punaluu Black Sand Beach, and Rainbow Falls with lunch included—you won't waste time figuring out where to eat or which sites matter most. Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Hilo area add convenience to your day in paradise.

Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach

Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park features actually unique landscapes—like the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. Join a small group and deepen your experience of the park's unique geological, biological, and cultural landscapes as you tour the entire Chain of Craters Road from summit to sea. You also make stops at Rainbow Falls, Punalu'u Black-Sand Beach, and a coffee farm for a taste of local culture.

Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

5 daysFree Cancellation

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience From the Big Island

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience From the Big Island

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Luxury Private Volcano, Waterfalls, Black Sand Beach, Lava Tubes

Discover the most spectacular sights on Hawaii's Big Island on a fully private luxury adventure designed exclusively for your group. Travel in comfort with your personal guide as you explore volcanic landscapes, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, dramatic lava formations, and the famous black sand beaches that make the island unique. Unlike crowded bus tours, this private experience allows you to travel at your own pace, spend more time at the places you love, and enjoy a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests. Whether you're visiting Hawaii for the first time or returning to explore deeper, this tour showcases the natural beauty, history, and culture of the Big Island in one unforgettable day.

Luxury Private Volcano, Waterfalls, Black Sand Beach, Lava Tubes

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Pack in some of Hawaii’s most mesmerizing sights during this Big Island full-day and twilight volcano tour. Sample Kona-grown coffee from a local coffee farm, taste Hawaiian sweet bread at Punalu’u Bakery, and look for sea turtles at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach. Then, explore Volcanoes National Park before ending your experience by stargazing in a secluded location—perfect for taking in views of the night sky.

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona

Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Get away from the Oahu buzz with this whirlwind volcano-chasing tour. After your short flight from Honolulu, arrive in Kona to meet your driver for a serious adventure: You’ll visit the historic town of Kona, set your eyes on the Mars-like Kilauea Iki Overlook, run your toes along black sand, and explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, an active volcanic landscape that’s creating the Big Island to this day.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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From Big island Kona Volcanoes and Waterfalls Shared Tour

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more You'll make stops at Kilauea Crater and Thurston Lave Tube, plus Rainbow Falls and several other Hawaii highlights. Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to the Big Island for another look, this tour is right for you. Layers of lava stretch over moonscapes, collect in calderas, and put on an awesome show. A guide, park entrance fees, and round-trip port transport are included. This tour will have a maximum 14 travelers.

From Big island Kona Volcanoes and Waterfalls Shared Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing From Maui

The active volcanoes, black sand beaches, and lava-sculpted landscapes of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are among the most visited attractions of the Big Island. With this tour, fly over from Maui and take in all the highlights on a day trip. Drive the Chain of Craters road, hop out to stroll along Punalu’u Black Sand beach, and admire views of the Kilauea Iki Steam Vents, Halema'uma'u Crater, and Thurston Lava Tube.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing From Maui

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Island Volcano Tour in Hawaii with Pickup Included

Touring the Big Island of Hawaii loses a little magic when you are crowded onto a bus with lots of strangers. This private tour ensures a personalized and uncrowded experience by taking you around the island in the company of just your group and a guide. You'll see all of the island's best attractions, from a black-sand beach to a waterfall and, of course, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Pickup from any location.

Private Island Volcano Tour in Hawaii with Pickup Included

6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall

Spend a full day exploring the Big Island with visits to waterfalls, beaches, tropical valleys, stunning viewpoints, and so much more. Learn about Kona’s coffee culture with a visit to Greenwell Coffee Farm, for an insider's perspective and to sample the locally cultivated coffee. See Hawaii’s natural beauty at Punalu’u Black Sands Beach, where you can look out for Hawaiian green sea turtles, make multiple stops in Volcanoes National Park, and soak up the beauty of Rainbow Falls all in a day.

Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Big Island Volcano Tour

Private Big Island Volcano Tour

6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Ultimate Circle Island Explorer From Kona Or Kohala Resorts

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer From Kona Or Kohala Resorts

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from Oahu

If you’re on Oahu and want to see the mysteries of the Big Island, it’s easier than you think. With this tour, your flights to and from the Kona International Airport are covered, as is private transportation and access to a local guide. You’ll see Punalu’u Black sand Beach, the coffee farms of Kona, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and more on this wild full-day, inter-island adventure.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from Oahu

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from Maui

Check off a second island on your trip to Maui: the Big Island. With this tour, you’ll meet your driver after an island-hopper flight to set out on a whirlwind adventure. You’ll explore waterfalls, gardens, black-sand beaches, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You’ll witness steaming vents, walk through lava tubes, gawk at craters, and wander across the slopes of an active volcano. And you’ll be back in Maui same day.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from Maui

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island: Deluxe Volcano Experience with Restaurant Dinner

Big Island: Deluxe Volcano Experience with Restaurant Dinner

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Evening Volcano Explorer Tour from Kona

Evening Volcano Explorer Tour from Kona

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach

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Know before you go

Coconut trees on the Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Hawaii.

Picnic areas, bathrooms, and an on-duty lifeguard make this spot family-friendly.
The jagged, rocky shoreline means the beach is not ideal for swimming, but you can sometimes snorkel when the waters are calm.
Admire the turtles from a distance, but don’t touch the protected species.
You can camp at the beach if you have the required county permits.

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