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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

Sun 13 Jul

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Starting at $253.53

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Sun 13 Jul

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What's Included

Bottled Water

Small Group Tour Lead by a Professional Guide

Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation

Lunch

Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off

All Fees and Taxes

Additional Info

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
Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.
Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs

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)

alexkV8635RN

Jan 2025

A true highlight of our vacation! Black Sand Beach, a coffee farm, volcanos, lava tubes, waterfalls, candy, history, dad jokes, and more! Miexia was an informative, inclusive, and comedic tour guide who made the tour around the Big Island something to remember! It was so special we even got engaged on Black Sand Beach! Thanks Miexia for the great time yesterday and being a part of our special moment! -Michael and Alex

Cain_B

Jan 2025

Was not good experience. The tour guide was so rude and didn't care about anything. Tour itself was boring and thought to be waste of time. When the tour guide requested about his tips, i thought it was total nonsense.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Aloha, Cain. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. Providing a memorable and enjoyable tour is our top priority, and we take feedback like this very seriously. We’d love the opportunity to discuss your experience with us. Please give us a call at 808-238-5222 so we can better assist you. Mahalo!

avmorris

Jan 2025

We had a family with 3 teens and a 10 year-old and all said they would recommend it to their friends. It was a long day and much of that was spent in the van but the stories told by our guide, Brent, kept us entertained the whole time and the trivia on the way home to see what we remembered was a highlight! We got lucky and were on the tour when the volcano was erupting so it was particularly exciting!!!