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Maximize your time on the Big Island of Hawaii with this small-group tour of Volcanoes National Park—without dealing with logistics, navigation, or driving. Following airport or cruise terminal pickup, you’ll be driven to the park to see all the highlights, including seeing an active volcano at Kīlauea Overlook, walking through the Nāhuku Lava Tube, and visiting Volcano House. Your guide provides insights about Hawaiian culture along the way.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adventure
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Waterfalls, Rainbows, Black Sand & Sea Turtles! Discover the magic of Hilo on an unforgettable island adventure! Wander through lush rainforest and towering bamboo at ʻAkaka Falls, where a spectacular 442-foot waterfall plunges into a misty gorge. Then chase the rainbow at Rainbow Falls, explore the vibrant Hilo Farmers Market, and feel the magic of Hawaii beneath your feet on a stunning black-sand beach. The adventure ends with a splash at a peaceful coastal lagoon, where you can snorkel in calm, clear waters and—if you’re lucky—meet Hawaii’s beloved green sea turtles (Honu) up close! Rainforest. Waterfalls. Local flavors. Black sands. Sea turtles. Rainbows. Come experience the sights, flavors, and aloha of Hilo—and make memories you’ll treasure forever! Highlights: Discover the Big Island's natural beauty & taste exotic tropical fruits Walk on a volcanic black sand beach & learn about its unique geology Swim &snorkel in a protected coastal lagoon with sea turtles!
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The Pele Express HONU & HILO: Turtles & Waterfalls Tour
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Join Hawaii Island Insider Tours for an unforgettable journey through East Hawaiʻi. Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Experience dramatic lava landscapes, steaming vents, native rainforest, and incredible viewpoints while learning how volcanic activity continues to shape the Big Island. Your adventure also includes beautiful Rainbow Falls, ʻAkaka Falls, scenic coastlines, and historic Hilo. Our small groups give you more time to explore, take photos, and enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. Travel comfortably in our modern Transit with a knowledgeable local guide. We are fully licensed and insured, and our cruise-friendly itinerary is carefully timed to ensure a safe, worry-free return to Hilo Cruise Port well before your ship departs. Please note: Admission fees for Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, and ʻAkaka Falls are included in the tour price! All included tour!
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Hilo Cruise Day and Volcano Tours
7 hours
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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.
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Punaluu Black Sand Beach, Volcano, & Hilo
7 to 8 hours
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Explore volcanoes, waterfalls, beaches, and more on a full-day, small-group tour of Hawaii with a chance to see local marine life. Visiting the island with a Native Hawaiian guide adds additional insight to the experience, with the chance to learn about local culture that many visitors miss out on. Included national park fees at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park also saves time—so you can focus on the awe-inspiring scenery.
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Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour
6 to 7 hours
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Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Akaka Falls is a towering waterfall, cascading 442 feet (135 meters) down into a lush gorge. Your all inclusive tour includes the Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer packages. As a locally owned and operated tour company based on Hawaiʻi Island, we offer immersive, guided experiences while sharing not just the breathtaking beauty of volcanoes, waterfalls, and valleys – but the stories, language, and spirit that make these places sacred. Our expertly guided tours highlight the island’s natural beauty, rich history, and volcanic landscapes. We also offer custom and private tours!
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach
7 to 8 hours
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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.
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Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch
6 to 7 hours
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See the best of the Big Island of Hawaii in one day on this tour of the island’s highlights that maximizes your trip. Travel with a small group and local expert who shares stories about Hawaiian history and culture—and deals with all the logistics. Visit Hilo, Rainbow Falls, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and Punaluu Beach Park black sand beach—look out for sea turtles.
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Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach
6 to 7 hours
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Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is a blockbuster sight on the Big Island, but reaching the park from the Hilo port on your own can be time-consuming. On this small-group driving tour, save hours with port pickup and head straight to the park’s highlights, including the steam vents and Kilauea Caldera overlook. This leaves enough time to also visit the Japanese Lili'uokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls, and Big Island Candies.
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Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only
4 to 5 hours
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Make the most of your day on the Big Island of Hawaii with this full-day tour—and leave the logistics and driving to your local guide. Join a small-group to see the highlights of the Big Island, including stops at Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitors Center, Rainbow Falls, Lili'uokalani Gardens, and the Black Sand beach at Richardson Ocean Park.
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Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls and Hilo Adventure
6 to 7 hours
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Experience the best of Hilo on a relaxed, private tour designed to showcase the island’s most beautiful and unique locations. From stunning waterfalls and dramatic lava formations to a beautiful Japanese garden and local flavors, this tour blends nature, culture, and fun into one unforgettable experience. Perfect for families, couples, and small groups, this customizable tour offers a comfortable pace, no crowds, and a friendly, attentive guide who brings the island to life with stories and insights along the way.
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Hilo Tour Waterfalls Lava Cave and black sand beach
2 to 4 hours
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Explore the Big Island on a guided day tour covering a range of key natural and cultural sights. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, and areas around Hilo with a local guide providing context throughout. With transport, lunch, and a structured itinerary included, this experience offers a convenient way to see multiple highlights in one day without arranging separate visits.
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Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch
7 hours
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Discover the volcanic wonders of the Big Island on a 5.5 to 6-hour tour that showcases the best of Hilo. This small-group experience allows you to explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, walk on new lava fields, and venture through a 500-year-old lava tube. Led by certified local guides who share the island's cultural and geological stories, this tour guarantees a comfortable and flexible adventure. Ideal for cruise ship passengers, you’ll return to the Port of Hilo on time, ensuring no stress during your visit. - 6-hour guided tour of Big Island's top volcanic sites - Small group size of up to 7 guests for personalized attention - Expert local guides sharing unique cultural insights - Cruise ship friendly with guaranteed timely return to port
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The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour
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I work every Tuesday when the Pride Of America or any ship is in Hilo Harbor!!! We walk in lava fields looking at peacock lava and different formations. We will walk through lava tube, look at the crater overlook, and steam vents. Then go shopping, waterfalls, and Blacksands Beach. I am open every Tuesday or any day the ship is in Hilo!!!
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Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano Waterfall Plants and Beach Tour
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Simplify seeing some of the world's most active volcanoes on this small-group tour to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park from Hilo. Whether you're looking for a shore excursion or staying nearby, relax with this tour package that covers all of your transportation and entry fees. Enjoy an itinerary that includes a walk along a crater rim, exploration of an ancient lava tube, and visits to Rainbow Falls and Liliuokalani Gardens.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour
5 hours 30 minutes
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Visit some of the Big Island’s key attractions, without the pressure of keeping up with a large group, with this small-group tour. Relax with a convenient package that includes transportation, entry fees, and a guide, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, the Thurston Lava Tube, and Lili'uokalani Gardens.
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens
5 hours 30 minutes
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Experience the best of Hilo and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on this unforgettable tour. Pass by the serene Liliʻuokalani Gardens, the largest Edo-style Japanese garden outside of Japan, then take in the scenic coastline at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. Enjoy the historic charm of Downtown Hilo, where plantation-era buildings and vibrant storefronts line the streets. Witness the breathtaking Rainbow Falls, cascading 80 feet into a lava cave steeped in Hawaiian legend. Treat yourself to handcrafted chocolates and macadamia nut cookies at Big Island Candies. Finally, explore the dramatic landscapes of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, home to the world’s most active volcano, Kīlauea. Walk through the Thurston Lava Tube, feel the heat from geothermal steam vents, and journey along Chain of Craters Road, surrounded by vast fields of hardened lava. This tour is the perfect blend of history, nature, and adventure!
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Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii
6 to 7 hours
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On this exciting full-day Kilauea volcano adventure, scour fields of jet black lava in search of volcanic activity, from steaming vents to gaping volcanic craters. Trek through the Thurston Lava Tube and In addition to the sights in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, you’ll also make trips to Rainbow Falls.
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Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour
10 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the Big Island’s treasures on a 5.5-6 hour tour that showcases Hilo’s stunning landscapes and rich culture. Begin with a scenic photo stop at Rainbow Falls , Akaka falls and Liliʻuokalani Gardens, followed by a trip to delight in the craftsmanship at Big Island Candies, then meander through the Hilo Farmers Market to discover local produce and crafts. this tour offers the perfect blend of nature, culture,history and local flavors. - Duration: 5.5 hours with convenient pick-up at Port of Hilo or Hilo hotel - Enjoy visits to local favorites like the Big Island Candies and the Hilo farmers market - Learn from a local guide about Hawaiian culture, geology, and history - Includes comfortable transportation, complimentary water, and a local snack
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Hilo Finest Waterfalls and Town Tour
6 hours
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Take a moment for Yourself. . . at the beautiful Liliuokalani gardens, pause, reflect and gain personal insight; in this small group immersive experience. Connect with the ancient, majestic banyan trees, whose wisdom and strength will remind you of your own. Through the profound symbolism found in nature along with guided meditation and breathwork, you'll embark on a journey, connecting with your spirit and uncovering the wealth of wisdom within you. Your guide for this journey is a seasoned expert in leading women's circles, empowerment seminars, and firewalking experiences. With extensive experience as a Life Coach, she is deeply skilled at creating and holding safe, sacred spaces. Her presence and guidance will support you in navigating this unique and enriching experience, nurturing your soul and inspiring your journey within. *Private groups can be arranged, please contact to discuss
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Meditative Journey through Hilo Gardens
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Experience the Big Island of Hawaii through a local's perspective on a small-group tour led by a Native Hawaiian guide. Check off all the highlights of Volcanoes National Park, including Kilauea, the most active volcano in the world; visit Hilo Farmers Market, Rainbow Falls, and Lili'uokalani Gardens; marvel at a stunning black-sand beach; and learn all about local life from your guide.
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Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes
6 to 7 hours
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Experience the magic of Hilo with a private, small-group adventure made just for you. Stroll black sand shores, say Aloha to green sea turtles, wonder through lush rainforests to see uniqe waterfalls, explore hidden lava caves, walk through picturesqe Japanese garden and savor island-made sweets. With flexible itineraries and a fun, personal touch, it’s your own unforgettable journey through the natural beauty, culture, and spirit of Hawaiʻi with your new friend your guide Agi. Looking forward meeting you.
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Hilo highlights & Akaka falls costume private Tour
4 to 5 hours
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Hawaii’s natural wonders aren’t only on land and in the sea—the Big Island is also a prime spot from which to admire the wonders of the solar system. This tour is the only one that includes both afternoon solar viewing and nighttime stargazing, accompanied by astronomy experts. Visit Rainbow Falls and the Kaumana lava caves, then explore the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and use a state-of-the-art solar telescope and Dobsonian telescope to spot solar flares, galaxies, star clusters, and planets.
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Maunakea Stellar Explorer HILO
7 hours
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When you only have a limited time to explore Hawaii while your cruise ship docks at the Port of Hilo, it can be tough to know where to begin. Take in views of Kilauea—the world’s most active volcano—visit Punaluu Black Sand Beach, and witness the thundering waters of Rainbow Falls on this full-day small-group shore excursion.
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch
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