Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach

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About this activity

Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Akaka Falls is a towering waterfall, cascading 442 feet (135 meters) down into a lush gorge. Your all inclusive tour includes the Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer packages.

As a locally owned and operated tour company based on Hawaiʻi Island, we offer immersive, guided experiences while sharing not just the breathtaking beauty of volcanoes, waterfalls, and valleys – but the stories, language, and spirit that make these places sacred. Our expertly guided tours highlight the island’s natural beauty, rich history, and volcanic landscapes. We also offer custom and private tours!

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Aloha Aina Tours

Ages: Children (0–14 years) · Adults (15–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Meals: We provide a local style bento for lunch (Please let us know if you require a vegetarian option)

Not included

Not included: Alcohol – Consumption and possession of alcohol on the van is strictly prohibited on the tour.

Itinerary

Akaka Falls State Park

one hour Admission included

On this all-inclusive tour, you will experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Nestled within a dense rainforest just north of Hilo, this scenic wonder is home to one of the most iconic waterfalls in all of Hawai‘i – ‘Akaka Falls.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

2 hours
Also included in the excursion is the Volcano Explorer which is a drive through Chain of Craters Road and Crater Rim Drive, scenic stops, as well as a self guided visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park:
- Kīlauea Visitor Center
- Halemaʻumaʻu Crater (Uēkahuna Look Out)
- Steamy Haʻakulamanu (Sulphur Banks)
- Kīlauea Iki Overlook
- Thurston Lava Tube
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Hilo

1 h 30 min
Included in the excursion is the Hilo Discovery which includes a drive through Historic Hilo town and stops at:
- Onomea Bay Scenic Drive
- Reed’s Bay
- Banyan Tree Drive
- Richardson Ocean Park
- Queen Liliuokalani Gardens
- Rainbow Falls
- King Kamehameha Statue
- Continue with a scenic drive along Onomea Bay’s lush 4-mile coastal route, offering ocean views and rainforest beauty.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Intl Airport
SCP Hilo Hotel
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - A Doubletree By Hilton
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

We will contact you regarding any specific details about your tour.
Cruise ship Passengers:
While our tours are scheduled to begin at 8:00 am, we know that delays happen,

and that it may take some time to come off the ship. We keep track of ship

arrival times and will adjust accordingly. You will not miss your tour.

Tour lengths vary and adjustments to the schedule may need to be made in

order to accommodate your timely return.

Cruise Ship Hilo Port – Look for your Guide with the “Aloha Aina Tours” sign. You will be provided instructions for pick up either inside the terminal or right outside Hilo port gates.
If your ship is unable to dock, we’ll issue a full refund. When possible, we’ll also try

to reschedule your tour so you don’t miss out. This situation is entirely outside

your control, and we want to make it worry-free for you.

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.