Hilo Shore Excursion Volcanoes National Park and Black Sand Beach, Big Island of Hawaii

About this activity

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 and all gifts and exibits have been moved to KMC

Lunch: Stop will be made by a local vendor

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 29 people
People per booking: 1–29
Guide: English
Operated by: C Big Island Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: National Park fees
Included: Port / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Bottled water: 1 bottle per guest
Included: Visit to Volcanoes National Park

Not included

Not included: What to bring/wear: Walking shoes. Light sweater due to cooler climate at Volcano Park
Not included: Souvenirs
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Stop is made to purchase food

Itinerary

Richardson Ocean Park

20 min

This Black Sand Beach is a local favorite, and is a great way to see how the ocean and volcanoes make fine black sand.
Lili'uokalani Gardens

Passing by

Drive 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.
Rainbow Falls

15 min Admission included

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.
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Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center

30 min
Drive through scenic orchards of Macadamia Nut Trees, sample tasting, browse, and select from an array of locally made island gifts.
- This location is closed on Sundays if no cruise ship is in port. This stop will be replaced by Big Island Candies.
Manono Street Marketplace

35 min

Local Deli for a lunch stop or a local vendor ( depending on the day, we use a different vendors for our lunch stop)

Note: The order of stops on this tour may be adjusted to help provide the best experience for customers.
Stop 6

Passing by

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

1 h 30 min Admission included

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. EXHIBITS AND GIFTS HAVE BEEN MOVED TO KMC

Guests may present a valid Park Pass at the entrance on our 14-passenger tours. Our company is still required to pay the commercial vehicle entrance fee and insurance. No refunds or credits will be issued
Nahuku - Lava Tube

20 min Admission included

Guests will walk through a lava tube. 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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

HOTEL GUESTS: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI There is free parking at this hotel, on the street or across the street. Please wait in lobby for pick up. The lobby also has a cafe lounge if needing something to drink.
CRUISE SHIP MEETING LOCATION: Pick up location is at the port inside the terminal building. Look for sing #5 : Please Check in 15 to 20 minutes. Due to every ship having a different itinerary we set the proper departure time.

End point

HOTEL GUESTS: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI There is free parking at this hotel, on the street or across the street. Please wait in lobby for pick up. The lobby also has a cafe lounge if needing something to drink.
CRUISE SHIP MEETING LOCATION: Pick up location is at the port inside the terminal building. Look for sing #5 : Please Check in 15 to 20 minutes. Due to every ship having a different itinerary we set the proper departure time.

Using your ticket

Stop order and timing may be adjusted for the best experience.

Update: Visitor center at Volcano Park is currently closed for renovation. Exhibits and gifts are currently at KMC. Guests may present a valid Park Pass at the entrance on our 14-passenger tours. Our company is still required to pay the commercial vehicle entrance fee and insurance. No refunds or credits will be issued

⏰CRUISE SHIP GUESTS: CHECK IN: 15-20 min before departure time

We do not require a printed-off voucher or ticket. Check-in with name

⚠️LOOK FOR SIGN #5

When departing the ship, you will enter a large terminal building. Please look for your guide, who will be holding a sign with the number 5 on it. If you have exited the terminal building, you’ve gone too far.

⏰ Please note: Tours must depart at the scheduled time, we are unable to wait for late passengers unless there is a verified delay caused by the ship.

HOTEL:

We ask all guests to please plan to be at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI 96720 10 minutes before the PICK UP time listed above.

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♿WHEELCHAIR / WALKER or SCOOTER ? Must know prior to tour date (add note in comments box) Max weight: 45 lbs. Must be collapsible to fit 32" doors (no vehicle lift) No staff assistance — you must bring a companion to load/unload. Access limitations: Cannot enter lava tube, Hard pack dirt trail to crater, Black sand beach trail is OK, but beach is sand, Guests may stay in the vehicle at any time

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⚠️TRAVELING TOGETHER WITH SOMEONE WHO BOOKED SEPARATELY? Must contact us 24 HR ahead of time: 1-800-901-0468 or email [email protected]

Infants (Under 24 Months): Hawaii law allows infants under 24 months to ride on a parent's lap. A child ticket is required to purchase if a separate seat is preferred

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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, 29 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 delayed we will adjust our departure time to the ships itinerary. 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.
Infants (Under 24 Months): Hawaii law allows infants under 24 months to ride on a parent's lap. A child ticket is required to purchase if a separate seat is preferred

Options

Borealis 2:00 pm

Borealis: 2:00 pm departure. Check in 15-20 min prior. Tour 5.5 hr. MAC NUT FARM WILL BE CLOSED. - NO STOP

Starting point:

Port of Hilo, 80 Kuhio St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Holland America 10:30 am

Holland America - Koningsdam: Special departure time for this ship 10:30 am

Starting point:

Port of Hilo, 80 Kuhio St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel Meeting

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel: Meeting location lobby of Hilo Hawaiian Hotel 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo, HI 96720

Starting point:

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
NCL SPIRIT 8:30 am

Duration: 5 hours

NCL SPIRIT: We understand that customs and immigration can take time. If there is a delay, don't worry—we will wait for all guests.

Starting point:

Port of Hilo, 80 Kuhio St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Hilo Cruise Ship Passenger

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