Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls and Hilo Adventure

5.0 (27 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

As a Native Hawaiian born and raised in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island, I’m not just showing you the sights—I’m sharing the home I’ve known my entire life. Every stop on this tour holds history, stories, and personal connections only a lifelong local can share.

From Kīlauea and Rainbow Falls to local macadamia farms and the Hilo Farmers Market, you’ll experience Hawaiʻi through the eyes of someone whose family and genealogy are deeply rooted here. I blend cultural knowledge, local history, and genuine aloha with a relaxed island style experience.

When choosing a guide, there’s a difference between visiting a place and growing up in it. My goal isn’t just to show you Hawaiʻi—it’s to help you understand it through the perspective of someone who has lived its traditions, respected its history, and proudly calls Hilo home.

You’ll leave with more than great photos—you’ll leave with meaningful stories and a deeper connection to Hawaiʻi that only a born and raised local can provide.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Pualena Tours

Ages: Youth (2–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: HILO AIRPORT PICK UP AND DROP OFF
Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hilo Hotels Pick Up & Drop Off
Included: HILO CRUISE SHIP PICK UP AND DROP OFF

Itinerary

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

2 hours

Overlooks of Kilauea Volcano, Steam Vents , Volcano House , Visitors Center , Kilauea Iki , Chain of Craters Road including Nahuku Lava Tube
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center

20 min Admission included

Visit a macadamia farm and try various flavored macadamia
Rainbow Falls

20 min Admission included

Witness an easily accessible 80ft waterfall on top of Hilo Town
Naha Stone

Passing by

See the legendary Naha Stone, a sacred lava rock that tested the strength of Hawaiian chiefs—a unique glimpse into ancient Hawaiian culture and history.
Hilo Farmers Market

one hour

Enjoy lunch with chances to try fresh local produce and walk through historic Hilo town with buildings dating back to 1910.
King Kamehameha Statue

15 min

The King Kamehameha Statue in Hilo honors King Kamehameha I, the monarch who unified the Hawaiian Islands.
Banyan Drive

Passing by

Banyan Drive is a scenic, waterfront avenue in Hilo, Hawaii, famous for its long rows of banyan trees, many planted by visiting celebrities and dignitaries over the decades.
Lili'uokalani Gardens

20 min

Stroll through a Japanese-influenced garden and have a chance to see Hawaii’s state bird, the rarest goose in the world, the Nene.
Big Island Candies

15 min

Stop by this famous Hilo shop for handcrafted chocolates, cookies, and macadamia nut treats. Watch the candy-making process, sample local flavors, and pick up gifts or souvenirs to take a sweet piece of Hawaii home.
Richardson Ocean Park

30 min

Walk along a black sand beach with possibility of seeing endangered Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

White passenger van with business logo and the assigned guide will have a sign with the guest first and last name on it. Van will be parked adjacent to public parking lot.

End point

White passenger van with business logo and the assigned guide will have a sign with the guest first and last name on it. Van will be parked adjacent to public parking lot.