Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We'll take you on a captivating journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kilauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube), and enjoy lunch at the historic Kilauea Lodge. Afterward, visit Punaluʻu black sand beach , Ending with seeing the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls.
Please note: This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Lunch
✔ Guide
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hilo
✔ Hilo Harbor pick-up and drop-off
✖ Alcoholic Beverages
✖ We do not offer pick-up/drop-off from the Hilo airport at this time
✖ We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of Hilo at this time. Please meet us at Hilo bus terminal.
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Meet at the Bus Station at Moʻoheau County Park.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park starting at the visitor center and exhibit hall, followed by views of Kilauea caldera and Kilauea Iki, the steam vents, and sulfur banks. Walk inside the ancient Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) followed by lunch at Kilauea Lodge.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Enjoy lunch with us at the historic Kilauea Lodge. Dine inside a warm, wood-filled dining room and taste a variety of island infused cuisine made with local ingredients.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Punalu'u Black Sand beach
Discover a beautiful black sand beach created by volcanic activity. Fed by an underground fresh water spring, Punaluʻu is frequently visited by green sea turtles.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Lili'uokalani Gardens
Drive through the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering Banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.
5
Hilo
Drive through Downtown Hilo, a charming mix of historic architecture, local shops, and lush greenery set against the backdrop of Hilo Bay.
6
Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls is named after the colorful rainbows that appear in the mists of its waters. Signs in the viewing area relate some interesting historical facts about the waterfall, as well as the legend of the “Battle of the Wailuku River”.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
