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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

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Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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11 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit of the Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to soaring waterfalls and stroll black-sand beaches as you scan the horizon for green sea turtles. This family-friendly tour requires easy walking and introduces people of all ages to the island, and includes lunch, snacks, refreshments, and park entrance fees.

What's Included

  • Bottled Water
  • Small Group Tour Lead by a Professional Guide
  • Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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IMPORTANT: If you are staying on the Island of Oahu or Maui, please DO NOT book this tour. This tour is too long for a day trip from the neighboring islands. This tour only picks up from major hotels and resorts in Kona and Kohala Coast areas of the Big Island of Hawaii. We don't pick up or drop off at Kona Airport.We DON'T pick up from Hilo or the east side of the island, if you are staying there you will be directed to the pickup location below to attend your tour.We also pick up at the following locations: Yoga Barre at Queens' Marketplace (69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa Village, HI 96738)Foodland Farms at The Shops at Mauna Lani ( 1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 )The supplier will send you a confirmation email with the exact pickup location and time. Please call the supplier if you don't receive an email.

Start Time

Opening Hours

  • 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025

    Monday - Sunday | 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM

What To Expect

Kohala Coast (Pass By)

Pick up guests from resorts along the Kohala Coast while enjoying a narrated tour with unique landscape and scenic view.
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Kailua Pier (Pass By)

Drive through the historic Downtown Kona, home to the summer palace of Hawaiian royalty and oldest church in Hawaii.
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Bay View Farm

Take a tour of this Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee and Tea.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punalu'u Black Sand beach

Dip your toes in the sand at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and scan the horizon for green sea turtles on the shore
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, including steam vents, the Halema’uma’u and Kilauea Iki crater lookouts, past lava flow sites, and take a short hike along crater rim trail and lava tube.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

Walk along a bridge that gives you a literal inside look at Hawaii, as you follow it to the eerie Thurston Lava Tube, a 600-foot-long (183-meter) cave formed hundreds of years ago by an underground river of magma.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hilo (Pass By)

Drive through historical Downtown Hilo, the largest city on the island.
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Rainbow Falls

This 80-foot falls plunges over a natural lava cave and into the Wailuku River below. On a sunny day, rainbows appear in the mist of the falls, making for a magical view.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Akaka Falls State Park

This towering 442-foot (135-meter) waterfall plummets into a lush ravine at the center of a state park. You’ll enjoy a short walk through the vegetation for an up close view and plenty of photo ops.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Waipi'o Valley

The views stop you in your tracks at the Waipio Valley lookout, where a dramatic backdrop of lush cliffs drops into the sparkling blue ocean
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parker Ranch (Pass By)

Driver through the scenic green pasture of Parker Ranch, home of the Hawaiian cowboys and one of the largest ranches in the US.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.
  • Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6651BIOD

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