Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes and Hilo Private Adventure

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About this activity

Discover the stunning beauty and rich culture of East Hawaiʻi with this 7-hour ultimate PRIVATE adventure. Begin at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll explore iconic sites like Kīlauea, Thurston Lava Tube, and steam vents. Savor local flavors during lunch in historic Hilo Town, then visit spectacular Rainbow Falls, a Black Sand beach, and a local macadamia farm. This tour provides a meaningful connection to Hawaiʻi’s natural wonders and history through local insights and personal storytelling, perfect for families and groups seeking a unique experience. Enjoy a comfortable pace and a knowledgeable guide dedicated to sharing the island's heritage.

7-hour guided tour through East Hawaiʻi's natural and historical highlights
Visit Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, and more
Lunch in Hilo Town featuring local flavors (lunch not included)
Ideal for families, couples, and those wanting a personalized adventure

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Pualena Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Pick up and Drop Off Near Hilo Port
Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks
Included: Hilo Hotels Pick Up & Drop Off

Itinerary

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

20 min

Uekahuna Overlook

Kilauea Overlook

Kūkamāhuākea Steam Vents

Volcano House

Visitors Center

Kilauea Iki Crater

Nahuku Lava Tube
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center

20 min

Surrounded by thousands of macadamia nut trees, the visitor center provides a relaxed, educational stop that highlights Hawaiʻi’s agricultural heritage and the history of the Mauna Loa brand.
Rainbow Falls

30 min Admission included

Tucked within the lush rainforest of Wailuku River State Park in Hilo, Rainbow Falls is an 80-foot waterfall that cascades over a natural lava cave into a wide, turquoise pool below. The falls are fed by the Wailuku River, whose steady flow creates a dramatic curtain of water framed by dense tropical greenery.
Hilo Farmers Market

one hour

Located in downtown Hilo, the Historic Hilo Farmers Market is one of the island’s most vibrant open-air markets, operating since the 1980s. It features over 200 local vendors selling fresh tropical fruits, vegetables, flowers, handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, baked goods, and island-inspired foods.
King Kamehameha Statue

15 min

Located in downtown Hilo near the Wailuku River, the King Kamehameha Statue honors Kamehameha I, the monarch who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1810.
Akaka Falls State Park

40 min Admission included

A beautiful pristine waterfall.
Lili'uokalani Gardens

15 min

Located along Hilo Bay in Hilo, Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a beautifully landscaped 24-acre Japanese-style garden and the largest authentic Japanese garden outside of Japan.
Banyan Drive

Passing by

Banyan Drive is a scenic waterfront road in Hilo, famous for its towering banyan trees planted in the early 20th century. Many of these trees were dedicated by celebrities, politicians, and notable figures — earning the area the nickname “Hilo Walk of Fame.”
Richardson Ocean Park

30 min

Commonly known as Richardson’s Black Sand Beach, this scenic coastal park is located just a few miles east of Hilo on the Big Island. The beach is known for its striking black sand created from cooled lava fragments, giving the shoreline its dramatic dark color.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

Guide will be parked in white passenger van adjacent to entry of public parking lot. Guide will be wearing a light grey collared shirt holding a sign with guest names . He also make contact prior to arrival at location.

End point

Guide will be parked in white passenger van adjacent to entry of public parking lot. Guide will be wearing a light grey collared shirt holding a sign with guest names . He also make contact prior to arrival at location.