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Hilo Cruise Tour: Volcanoes National Park, Waterfalls & Beaches

Make the most of your Hilo cruise day with a small group adventure to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Explore crater viewpoints, steaming vents, native rainforest, and Nāhuku Lava Tube while your guide shares the stories behind the landscape. Beyond the volcano, visit Rainbow Falls, sample island flavors at Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center, browse Big Island Candies, stroll through Liliʻuokalani Gardens, and enjoy Richardson Ocean Park’s black sand coastline. Travel comfortably in our modern, air-conditioned Ford Transit with snacks, drinks, and all park admission fees included. Our small groups keep the day personal, with time for questions, photos, and enjoying each stop. We are fully licensed and insured, with pickup directly inside Hilo Cruise Port at Bay #5. We plan around your ship’s schedule to return you before all aboard. Stops and park features are subject to weather, closures, and ship schedules. Lava sightings are not guaranteed.

Hilo Cruise Tour: Volcanoes National Park, Waterfalls & Beaches

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Sea turtles, lava tube's, waterfalls & volcanoes

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.

Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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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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Rainbow Falls in Hilo, Hawaii

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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Waianuenue - Rainbow Falls

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.

Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Day activity

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.

Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach

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!

Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Black Sand and Hilo

Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Black Sand and Hilo

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch

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.

Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Waianuenue after Hilo rains

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.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii

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!

Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

When your ship docks in Hilo, use your short time in port to get acquainted with Kilauea, the most active volcano on earth. On this tour, you'll explore lava caves; stroll along the island's newest black-sand beaches and feel the warmth from volcanic hot pools. You'll pass along the destructive path of the volcano's most recent eruption, your route including round-trip transport from the port or your hotel.

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes

Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hilo Finest Waterfalls and Town Tour

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

Hilo Finest Waterfalls and Town Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour

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

The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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From Big island Hilo Private Volcanoes and Waterfalls 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. Maximum tour size : 5 persons

From Big island Hilo Private Volcanoes and Waterfalls Tour

6 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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Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour - Hilo Shore Excursion

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is famous for its ever-flowing lava and the planet’s most massive active volcano. This tour journeys to top natural landmarks in and around the park. Visit Rainbow Falls, Richardson black sand beach, Historic Banyan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory, Akatsuka Orchid Nursery, and the active volcano of Kilauea. You also get the opportunity to walk through a lava tube.

Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour - Hilo Shore Excursion

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Night Sky

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.

Maunakea Stellar Explorer HILO

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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Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Every age loves to visit the volcano.

This fully narrated tour is ideal for families and small groups, thanks to a maximum size of 11 people. Explore Volcanoes National Park with an expert guide and experience the excitement of the number one tour on the Big Island. You'll make stops at the Liliuokalani Japanese Gardens, Hilo town, 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!

Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Episode 38 eruption at Halemaumau Crater Kilauea Hawaii

Private: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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