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

Overview
A day trip to Hilo is not complete without a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to one of the world's most active volcanoes.  Witness the current volcanic eruption at the summit of Kilauea volcano, learn of past geologic events and the effects on this ever changing landscape. Feel the heat of steam vents, then traverse an ancient lava tube nestled in the cool mist of the Hawaiian rainforest.  Conclude your day indulging your senses around Hilo town including the majestic Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, and tasty locally made chocolates and coffee on this small group tour.
City: Hilo
Wed 23 Jul
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Starting at $167.54
Wed 23 Jul
Starting at $167.54
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What's Included
Private transportation
Island chips
Help protect our island environment and bring your own refillable water bottle!
Professional guide
National park admission fee
Additional Info
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions (be prepared for sun, wind and rain).
  • Covered walking shoes are required and a jacket is highly recommended.
  • Participants must be able to walk a minimum of 1.5 miles on uneven terrain.
  • We do not guarantee you will see molten lava on this tour.
  • HOTEL pick-up is offered for select HILO HOTELS ONLY. If you are staying outside of Hilo, please plan to meet at the Hilo Mo'oheau Bus Terminal (please confirm at time of booking).
  • CRUISE SHIP passengers, we pick-up directly at the PORT OF HILO and will adjust the tour time as needed to accommodate your ships time in port.
  • For a one DAY TRIP to the Big Island, please make your travel arrangements to and from the HILO AIRPORT. Schedule your flight arrival a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the tour start time AND provide your flight details at time of booking.
  • Children ages 8 years and up may participate in tour. All participants must have a paid seat. We do not allow any "lap" children.
  • Kilauea volcano is an active volcano, you may be exposed to volcanic gas on this tour.
  • This tour cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs, scooters or oxygen tanks.
What To Expect
1
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park including a visit to Kilauea caldera where you will witness the dramatic changes from our recent eruption, experience the steam vents and other volcanic formations from past lava flows.
2
Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube
Enjoy a walk through the Hawaiian rainforest to Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). Explore the 500 year old underground tube where hot molten lava once rushed through.
3
Chain of Craters Road
Explore frozen fields of lava from past volcanic eruptions and peer down into once active volcanic craters. Learn about the history, culture and geology of Kilauea volcano.
4
Rainbow Falls
View the majestic 80 foot waterfall of Waianuenue or Rainbow Falls. Enjoy the tropical landscape as you learn the legends of Hawaii.
5
Big Island Candies
Get your pep in your step with tasty hand-made chocolates, locally grown macadamia nuts and island fresh coffee!
6
Lili'uokalani Gardens
Immerse yourself in tranquility with a short stroll around Liliuokalani Gardens as you enjoy the fishponds, pagodas and picture perfect landscaping along Hilo bay.
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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 (323)
Tina2shoes
Feb 2025
Having grown up in Hawaii, Josh is jam-packed with stories and details that never stop. Full of energy. Great tour starting with Rainbow Falls, then steam vents in Volcanoes National Park (they don't stink lol). We walked on lava, passed by craters (stopped at one to shout an echo - too fun!). Tour ended with a stop at Big Island Candies - I don't normally like to shop on tours - but they were ready for us with delicious coffee and macadamia nut cookie samples. It's a very cute place with all kinds of flavors of macadamia cookies and you can watch them dipping thru large windows. Something different and we enjoyed that.
jessica_l
Feb 2025
This was one of the best excursions! All the things we got to see were amazing! Josh our tour guide was knowledgable, and funny! He made the trip more enjoyable!
Susan_H
Feb 2025
We were picked up directly from the cruise port by Josh and had 12 people on our tour in a comfortable and immaculately clean van. We stopped at a lovely Japanese garden for photos, visited rainbow falls before the big tour busses arrived, and had a great tour of the National Park. Josh was an excellent guide. Extremely knowledgeable, kind and funny. We had a 5 star day!

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