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Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

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Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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6 to 7 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We'll take you on a memorable 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, and walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Later we'll visit Punaluʻu black sand beach and discover the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls in Hilo.

Please note: This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch Vegetarian dishes available.
  • Guide
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of Hilo at this time. Please meet us at Hilo bus terminal..
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Meeting and Pickup

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CRUISE SHIP VISITORS: Upon arrival in Hilo, exit from the ship through the passenger terminal and look for your guide just outside the port entrance.We will arrive at your specified location in a white 15-passenger Ford Transit van with our company name decal on the side door.Please be advised we cannot pick up/drop off guests from the Hilo airport at this time.

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369 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USA

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Meet at the Bus Station at Moʻoheau County Park.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time • 9:00 AM

What To Expect

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.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Liliuokalani Gardens (Pass By)

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.
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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”.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour includes about 2.5 hours of drive time between destinations.
  • Vegetarian meal options

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-5499582P2

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour’s local time.
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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