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Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes

5.0 ★ · 59 reviews · from USD186.67

Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes

Dear Future Attendee! Just wanna cut to the chase! We offer the Ultimate Volcano and Hilo Highlights Day Tour period! Because we get you to the best stops that people truly want to see in the 6-7hr time frame including the best locations for the best viewing! The tours are lead by Native Hawaiian Guides that give you the experience of Big Island, Hawaii through a Native Local's perspective. We will cover all Highlights at Volcanoes National Park, including Kilauea the most active Volcano in the world! Steam vents, sulfar banks, lava tubes, black sand Beaches, Waterfalls and botanical gardens to just name a few and much more. When people come to Hawaii, they want to experience Aloha through the Native People! And this is what you'll get! True authentic Aloha from pickup to drop-off.

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5.0 ★ · 59 reviews
  • Small-van island tour with guide Justin earns consistent, enthusiastic praise for personable, knowledgeable commentary and an immaculate, comfortable vehicle.
  • Stops covering volcanoes, black sand beaches, and macadamia nut treats are highlighted as a well-rounded overview of the island.
  • Guide is repeatedly praised for interactive, entertaining narration that keeps the whole group engaged.
  • Small 12-passenger van format is cited as a plus for a more personal tour experience.

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✓ Umbrella's

✓ Luxurious reclining 15 passenger seating

✓ Bottled water

✓ Port of Hilo/Hotel/Hilo Airport pickup & drop-off

✓ Professional Native Guide

✓ National Park fee's

✕ Gratuities

✕ Guests are responsible for their lunch costs

1

2 hrs

While most of the visit will be spent here! We will cover all popular stops with commentary. The following areas will be visited: Volcano House, Visitor Center, Kilauea overlook of the Halemaumau Crater, steam vents and sulfur dioxide banks, Kilauea Iki Crater, Laumanu Crater and Nahuku lava tube.

2

1 hr

The largest and locally grown vegetables and fruits are available in Hilo Farmers market that is conveniently located in the Historical Hilo Town. Guests are given an hour for lunch in this area full of restaurants and local shops.

3

20 min

One of the most iconic waterfalls that runs down the wailuku river located in Hilo. Known for Rainbows that can be scene when the sun hits the mist below. Many tropical trees and plants to view and touch in this area including a famous 1/4 acre Banyan Tree that many tourists and locals love to climb and swing from.

4

15 min

Explore a Historical 24acre Botanical Garden near the Hilo Bay that host many species of eucalyptus trees, Monkey pod trees and Island tropical vegetation. Many bridges over salt water tide pools full of tropical fish can be viewed and explored. Very often Hawaiian Geese called Nene's (state bird) can be seen here too.

5

15 min

An exclusive local candy factory where visitors can sample their famous island delicacies like the many macadamia nut cookies dipped in a variety of chocolates. Also free samples of Kona or Kau coffee! Experience and view the production crew through large windows as they carefully make, handle and pack their amazing products!

6

30 min

A popular Black Sand Beach in Hilo known for Honu's (hawaiian green sea turtles) that swim and relax in the salt water tide pools. Here tourist and locals surf, swim, snorkel and explore the many activities available at this island paradise or find a cool place under a coconut tree to hang out!

AIRBNB & "HOTELS NOT LISTED" GUESTS, pickup will be on the oceanside of the park in a small parking lot next to Hilo Bay Cafe. Parking is free to public and look for a black 15 passenger van with the decals "Makaio Tours."