Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

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About this activity

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit of the Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to soaring waterfalls and stroll black-sand beaches as you scan the horizon for green sea turtles. This family-friendly tour requires easy walking and introduces people of all ages to the island, and includes lunch, snacks, refreshments, and park entrance fees.

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At a glance

Duration: 11 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 13 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Wasabi Tours Hawaii

Ages: Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled Water and Hawaiian Juice
Included: Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
Included: Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Small Group Tour
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Professional Guide
Included: Picnic Style Lunch and Snacks

Not included

Not included: Tour Guide Gratuities/Tips
Not included: Private Tour
Not included: Personal Purchases

Itinerary

Kohala Coast

Passing by

Pick up guests from resorts along the Kohala Coast while enjoying a narrated tour with unique landscape and scenic view.
Kailua Pier

Passing by

Drive through the historic Downtown Kona, home to the summer palace of Hawaiian royalty and oldest church in Hawaii.
Bay View Farm

40 min

Take a tour of this Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee and Tea.
Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

35 min

Dip your toes in the sand at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and scan the horizon for green sea turtles on the shore
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

1 h 20 min Admission included

Explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, including steam vents, the Halema’uma’u and Kilauea Iki crater lookouts, past lava flow sites, and take a short hike along crater rim trail and lava tube.
Nahuku - Lava Tube

20 min

Walk along a bridge that gives you a literal inside look at Hawaii, as you follow it to the eerie Thurston Lava Tube, a 600-foot-long (183-meter) cave formed hundreds of years ago by an underground river of magma.
Hilo

Passing by

Drive through historical Downtown Hilo, the largest city on the island.
Rainbow Falls

20 min

This 80-foot falls plunges over a natural lava cave and into the Wailuku River below. On a sunny day, rainbows appear in the mist of the falls, making for a magical view.
Akaka Falls State Park

35 min Admission included

This towering 442-foot (135-meter) waterfall plummets into a lush ravine at the center of a state park. You’ll enjoy a short walk through the vegetation for an up close view and plenty of photo ops.
Waipi'o Valley

20 min

The views stop you in your tracks at the Waipio Valley lookout, where a dramatic backdrop of lush cliffs drops into the sparkling blue ocean
Parker Ranch

Passing by

Driver through the scenic green pasture of Parker Ranch, home of the Hawaiian cowboys and one of the largest ranches in the US.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings' Land Waikoloa
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Keahole Airport
Royal Sea Cliff Kona By OUTRIGGER
Kona Bali Kai
Shell Vacations Club Kona Coast Resort

and 9 more pickup points

IMPORTANT: If you are on the Island of Oahu and want to book a day trip, please arrive at Kona Airport by 7:20 am and depart after 8:30 pm on Hawaiian or Southwest Airlines. We can pick up and drop you off at Kona Airport.

We pick up and drop off at major hotels and resorts in Kona and the Kohala Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii between 6:40 am and 8 am. We DON'T pick up from vacation rentals; you will be directed to the closest hotel pickup point.

We DON'T pick up from Hilo or the east side of the island; you will be directed to Queens' Marketplace in Waikoloa for your pickup.

We also pick up at the following locations: the back parking lot by the two yellow umbrellas at Queens' Marketplace in Waikoloa.

Foodland Farms at The Shops at Mauna Lani (1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743)

The supplier will send you a confirmation email with the exact pickup location and time. Please call the supplier if you don't receive an email.

Using your ticket

Good covered walking shoes required. Bring a light jacket as temperatures vary throughout the day.
Minimum 4 guests per tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

The exact pickup time and location will be advised on reconfirmation.

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Children under 5 years old are not allowed to participate
This tour only departs from Kailua Kona and Waikoloa on the Big Island of Hawaii
Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.
Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs