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The Pele Express PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE Tour

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The Pele Express PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE Tour

About this activity

Discover the dynamic beauty of the Big Island on a private tour showcasing Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the charming town of Hilo. Witness the Kīlauea Caldera, stroll through the Thurston Lava Tube, and marvel at stunning Rainbow Falls. This immersive adventure combines cultural insights with breathtaking views, ensuring a unique connection to the land. Enjoy the convenience of a private group setting with a certified local guide who shares expert knowledge of the area. Perfect for travelers aged 8 and up, this tour accommodates a maximum of 7 guests and includes a pick-up within 3 miles of Downtown Hilo.

  • Duration: Approximately 5.5 – 6 hours
  • Private group tour with a maximum of 7 participants
  • Visit highlights like Rainbow Falls, Richardson’s Black Sand Beach, and the Kīlauea Caldera
  • Optional local flavor add-on for a taste of authentic Big Island cuisine
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At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking
1–7
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
The Pele Express

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Entrance fees: Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
  • Included: Carbonated beverages: Local Juice

Not included

  • Not included: Admission fees: Rainbow Falls

Itinerary

  1. Richardson Ocean Park

    15 min Admission included

    Richardson’s Black Sand Beach – Experience volcanic sands and coastal marine life.

  2. Stop 2

    5 min Admission included

    Liliʻuokalani Japanese Gardens Drive-Thru – Serene bayside gardens inspired by Japanese design.

  3. Coconut Island

    1 min Admission included

    Coconut Island (Moku Ola) Drive-Thru – A peaceful island rich with Hawaiian legend.

  4. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

    3 hours Admission included

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (Approx. 2.5 – 3 Hours)

    • Kīlauea Caldera Lookout – Witness one of the world’s most active volcanoes and feel the pulse of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire.
    • Steam Vents and Sulfur Banks – Watch as steam rises from the ground, carrying the scent of the volcano’s breath.
    • Thurston Lava Tube (Nāhuku) – Walk through a 500-year-old lava cave surrounded by lush rainforest.
    • Walk on Ancient Lava Flows – Step onto the otherworldly terrain where molten rock once flowed like a river of fire. These hardened lava fields are the very foundation of the Big Island — see where Hawaiʻi is still being born!

  5. King Kamehameha Statue

    5 min Admission included

    King Kamehameha Statue – Honoring Hawaiʻi’s great unifier.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

  • Richardson Ocean Park 2355 Kalanianaole St, 96720, Hilo, United States See on map

End point

  • Richardson Ocean Park 2355 Kalanianaole St, 96720, Hilo, United States See on map

Pickup points

  • SCP Hilo Hotel
  • Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - A Doubletree By Hilton
  • Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

Pick-Up: Within 3 miles of Downtown Hilo (including Port of Hilo, hotels, Airbnbs, Hilo Bus Terminal)

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.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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