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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Sightseeing, History

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Sightseeing, History

Overview

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit of the Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to soaring waterfalls and stroll black-sand beaches as you scan the horizon for green sea turtles. This family-friendly tour requires easy walking and introduces people of all ages to the island, and includes lunch, snacks, refreshments, and park entrance fees.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $220.32

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $220.32

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What's Included

Bottled Water

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Small Group Tour Lead by a Professional Guide

Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation

Lunch

All Fees and Taxes

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Children under 4 years old are not allowed to participate
This tour only departs from Kailua Kona and Waikoloa on the Big Island of Hawaii
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Kohala Coast

Pick up guests from resorts along the Kohala Coast while enjoying a narrated tour with unique landscape and scenic view.

Kailua Pier

Drive through the historic Downtown Kona, home to the summer palace of Hawaiian royalty and oldest church in Hawaii.

Bay View Farm

Take a tour of this Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee and Tea.

Punalu'u Black Sand beach

Dip your toes in the sand at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and scan the horizon for green sea turtles on the shore

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, including steam vents, the Halema’uma’u and Kilauea Iki crater lookouts, past lava flow sites, and take a short hike along crater rim trail and lava tube.

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

Walk along a bridge that gives you a literal inside look at Hawaii, as you follow it to the eerie Thurston Lava Tube, a 600-foot-long (183-meter) cave formed hundreds of years ago by an underground river of magma.

Hilo

Drive through historical Downtown Hilo, the largest city on the island.

Rainbow Falls

This 80-foot falls plunges over a natural lava cave and into the Wailuku River below. On a sunny day, rainbows appear in the mist of the falls, making for a magical view.

Akaka Falls State Park

This towering 442-foot (135-meter) waterfall plummets into a lush ravine at the center of a state park. You’ll enjoy a short walk through the vegetation for an up close view and plenty of photo ops.

Waipi'o Valley

The views stop you in your tracks at the Waipio Valley lookout, where a dramatic backdrop of lush cliffs drops into the sparkling blue ocean

Parker Ranch

Driver through the scenic green pasture of Parker Ranch, home of the Hawaiian cowboys and one of the largest ranches in the US.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

O9296VXdougd

Mar 2022

Our tour guide Derek Stuart, made the experience. He provided the group with important detail info about the islands, the beliefs and stories (while adding his humor in-between), also engaging on our thoughts and comments. The black sands, that is incredible, there is nothing like it. We had a perfect day as 2 turtles were basking in the sun, while 2 more remained in the water 🌊 approaching slowly creeping up unto the beach. A day we were all never forget thank you Derek.

Sandra_I

Mar 2022

Loved the driver Very knowledgeable of the Hawaiian history. Very accommodating The trip was a great way to see the island. Recommend it to all who wants to see the island and hear the Hawaiian history.

ucorr

Mar 2022

Our tour guide David was excellent, very knowledgeable and entertaining. However the tour was 12 hours long, which is too long especially with children. As we were a family of four, we had the last four seats in the bus, which were very uncomfortable. My back hasn’t stopped hurting since the trip. I think a couple of the stops could be skipped (coffee farm, one of the two waterfall stops) which would make the tour more manageable. Alternatively, a more comfortable, spacious bus would make all the difference.