Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls | 6 hours

1381 Reviews | Big Island of Hawaii
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Hilo Cruise Ship Passenger
2 Adults x $153.34
$306.68
Approx Total
$306.68
We are a SHORE EXCURSION company. We have permits to pick you up directly from the Hilo port.
Accessibility : If you have a walker or wheelchair you need to contact us before your arrival in order to accommodate you
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel Meeting
2 Adults x $153.34
$306.68
Approx Total
$306.68
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel: Meeting location lobby of Hilo Hawaiian Hotel 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo, HI 96720
Starting point:
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI 96720, USA

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Port / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What to bring/wear: Walking shoes, light sweater, camera, hat, sunglasses
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
  • Stop is made to purchase food

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, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm Volcanoes National Park - Steam Vents, Sulfur Banks Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Visitor Center & Exhibits Kilauea Crater lookout. The visitor center in National Park is currently closed for renovation. Lunch: Stop will be made by a local vendor

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Itinerary

  • Banyan Drive (Pass By)

    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

  • Lili'uokalani Gardens (Pass By)

    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.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Pass through the historic town of Hilo and see the King Kamehameha Statue learning the story how he has conquered 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.

    15 minutes

  • Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center

    Drive through scenic orchards of Macadamia Nut Trees, sample tasting, browse, and select from an array of locally made island gifts.

    30 minutes

  • 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. THE VISITOR CENTER IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO RENOVATION

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • 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.

    20 minutes

  • Richardson Ocean 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. Please note this beach may be closed due to recent construction and we may have to go to Hilo Bayfront instead.

    20 minutes

  • Manono Street Marketplace

    Local Deli for a lunch stop

    35 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vehicle: 12-14 passenger van or mini bus max 25 pass mini bus
  • _________________________________________________________
  • 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 does not come into port , your money will be refunded. If is is delayed we will adjust our departure time to the ships itenerary. 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
  • WHEELCHAIR / WALKER or SCOOTER ? We must know prior to the tour date if you are bringing a mobility device in order to accommodate. (Please add note to comments box) The mobility unit must not exceed 45 lbs. For various reasons our guides cannot assist with mobility units. Guests must have someone with them to move the mobility device in and out of the vehicle. Our vehicles do not have a lift, so any mobility device must be collapsible to fit through the mini bus doors which is 32” wide.
  • Mobility Restrictions: Mobility devices cannot go into the lava tube, a trail to the crater is dirt path. Trail to black sand beach in ok but the beach is sand. Customers can stay in the vehicle at any time if they wish. Call us if you have further questions.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
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Showing 1-5 of 1162 reviews with 5 stars

Geoff&Janet

Published on Feb, 2025

The tour was excellent and Maggie was the perfect tour guide, she explained everything so well, nothing was too much trouble for her, she even helped me as I am a wheelchair user, she is the best ❤️

Great tour of Volcanoes

Published on Jan, 2025

Wow!! what a tour!! We had a great guide in Lauri. she was very friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure that we got a chance to 'experience' our experience!! We thought that it was a day well spent!!

Book it!

Published on Jan, 2025

Gio is an awesome tour guide. He is knowledgeable and showed us around Hilo. Gio is eager to take pictures for you and show you as many places as he can. This tour went beyond our expectations. A great way to get a snap shot of all the hot spots around the island.

Great Tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Loved our tour and the tour guide Hannibal! His jokes were fantastic. He was lively and interesting. Always respectful as well. Highly recommend.

Amazing Experience

Published on Jan, 2025

It was a nice trip to the Volcanoes Park, our guide was friendly and she gave us a very fun and educational experience about culture and we loved her stories! LORI was awesome! The experience of the Volcanic terrain was unforgettable! We stopped at the Macadamia Ranch at the end, it was a treat!

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