Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls and Highlights in Big Island of Hawaii booking from $153.34

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls and Highlights

Overview

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ships arrival & departure.

Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location is Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

Tour grade: Easy

Highlights of this tour include Black Sand Beach, Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Japanese Garden, Drive through Down Town Hilo, Big Island Candies,
Volcanoes National Park - Steam Vents, Sulfur Banks Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Visitor Center & Exhibits Kilauea Iki Crater lookout.

Lunch: Stop will be made by a local vendor

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Mon 18 Nov

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What's Included

Professional guide

Bottled water

National Park fees

Port / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vehicle: 11-14 passenger van or mini bus max 16-25 pass mini bus
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HOTEL : You can meet us at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel to join this tour.
CRUISE PASSENGERS : We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port
We will ensure your timely return back to the ship in Hilo Pier for this activity. If your ship is delayed and you are unable attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details
DEPARTURE TIMES: Because we are a shore excursion company we schedule our departure times around a ships arrival and departure.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Easy tour - Involves walking over relatively level terrain, possible gravel or uneven ground in some areas. Lava tube is .4 of mile long with descending and ascending steps. Comfortable walking shoes & light jacket recommended
WALKER / WHEEL CHAIR: We must be informed before you arrive if you are bringing a walker or foldable wheelchair in order allow space.

What To Expect

Banyan Drive

Our first path drives us down Banyan Drive known as the "Hilo Walk of Fame" for the banyan trees planted by celebrities, such as Babe Ruth and Franklin Roosevelt and many others. These trees have withstood several tsunamis that have devastated the town of Hilo

Liliuokalani Gardens

This is the largest Japanese garden outside of Japan donated by Queen Liliʻuokalani in 1917. Throughout the gardens are stone lanterns, gazebos, and torii gates, recalling the Japanese immigrants who came to Hawaii.

Rainbow Falls

breathtaking 80 ft waterfall, Rainbow Falls. These beautiful falls get their name from the rainbow that is often visible in the mist that rises as the water cascades to the rocks 80 feet below.

Big Island Candies

Big Island Candies was established in 1977 to manufacture and market fine quality macadamia nut candies and cookies using 100 percent Hawaii-grown macadamia nuts and Kona coffee, island eggs, real butter, and high-grade chocolate. Since its founding, Big Island Candies has continuously introduced new and imaginative products that "wow" both the eyes and taste buds of its growing legion of fans.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

We will then make our way to the summit of Kilauea volcano at the Volcanoes National Park, the most highly regarded and revered volcanic area on Earth. The Park highlights two of the world's most active volcanoes--Kilauea and Mauna Loa--and offers insights on the birth of the Hawaiian Islands and views of dramatic volcanic landscapes. At the park, you will stop at the Visitor Center, witness the spectacular collapsed caldera, steam vents, sulfur banks, and fascinating scenic lookouts. No trip to Hawaii is complete without a trip to Volcanoes National Park.

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

We will walk through a lava tube and the guide will share information with you on how it was formed by lava. This lava tube is .4 of a mile loop trail with low lighting. Gradual stairs descending into the tube ascending stairs coming out. Not all passengers may be physically fit in which they may stay in the vehicle or outside natural scenery for this portion of the tour.

Richardson Beach Park

Richardson Black Sand Beach, where sea turtles are usually spotted. The Black Sand Beach is a local favorite, and is a great way to see how the ocean and volcanoes make fine black sand.

Manono Street Marketplace

Local Deli for a lunch stop

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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 (260)

havjeannie

Jan 2020

We rode much too long in the vehicle to see what was scheduled. It was an ok tour. Beaches should have been included.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Aloha Jeannie, I have never heard this complaint before as we stop at locations as near by as possible. The only stretch is to the Volcanoes National Park about 45 min but we also make stops along the way. We cant help where mother nature has positioned sights. You know the Big Island is well.....big :) You tour did include a BLACK SAND BEACH. We do not have white sand beaches on the east side on the island and actually not many beaches at all because it is the youngest volcanic side of the island. I cant see what your name is but please feel free to contact me. I would be more interested in knowing at what points you thought the drive was too long.

joycebrian

Jan 2020

This experience was just awful. I’ve never written such a review. The tour included a nondescript park, two gift shops and a Chipotle like fast food place. Meanwhile, places like Volcano National Park and the sea turtles were rushed. Plus, we were 45 minutes late returning to the ship.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Aloha Brian, I am so confused at your review after we spoke on the phone while you were at the lunch stop. As I stated we have been trying out a new lunch stop because of so many dietary needs, however because the mixed reviews we will be discontinuing at end of January and customers with dietary needs will need to bring something along. You and another couple were upset that we spent 45 min for lunch and that you already ate a big breakfast so we extended the tour time about 45 min as there was plenty of time for it. The response I got was thankful that we did all that we possibly could do to make guests happy. You also mentioned you really liked your guide and it wasn't her fault. So 1 star...really

01562

Jan 2020

We were picked up at the port. Our driver Giovanni was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about the area and went out of his way to show us interesting sites. We enjoyed the "local" meal. My wife loved when he took us to see turtles. Giovanni gave us plenty of time at the sites and explained what we were seeing. Overall an excellent tour and I highly recommend Giovanni as a tour guide. It's obvious that he takes pride in his island to visitors.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Happy to hear you enjoyed your guide Giovanni and the tour of the Volcanoes National Park. Thank you for the review

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls and Highlights

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