Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

4.9 (39 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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39 reviews

4.9

Every age loves to visit the volcano. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Our vans next to a cruise ship in the Port of Hilo. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We are a small tour company rated #1 out of 14 outdoor activities in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by Trip Advisor. Our vans seat up to 10 people; we only do private tours, so you have the van to yourself. We take photos of you all day, you have those for free.

See MORE of the Volcano than you will with any other company. Book us for a deep dive into Hawaii's volcanoes. Our goal is always to show you a few different eruption sites. This tour is customizable to you and your family. There are several options and different lunch choices.

Provided by Hawaii's #1 Private Tour Company, this tour allows you to see more of the National Park if you would like. See the Thurston Lava Tube, a Black Sand Beach, steam vents, and more.

This tour guarantees you will be back on the ship on time.

This tour is perfect for multi-generational families/groups. According to state law, children under 8 must be properly secured in a car seat. We can provide boosters for 5 and over.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Big Island VIP

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Water & Snacks
Included: Park Fees for Volcanoes National Park
Included: Umbrellas
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Mercedes Benz Sprinter van 10 Passenger Dual Air Conditioning
Included: No riding in a van/bus with people you don't know.

Not included

Not included: Meals
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

3 hours Admission included

The #1 Tourist Destination on Hawaii Island.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

See the Crater, Walk through a Lava Tube, and Experience the Rainforest, Steam Vents, and Multiple Climate zones.
Nahuku - Lava Tube

30 min

A short walk thru the rainforest takes you inside a 500 year old Eruption. A must see experience in HVNP.
Chain of Craters Road

45 min Admission included

See past eruptions, various pit craters, lava formations, lava tree molds, a'a, pahoehoe, and more.
Steam Vents

10 min Admission included

Get a blast of rainwater steam in Volcanoes National Park!
Lili'uokalani Gardens

Passing by

Named after the Last Queen of Hawaii.

This is the Crown Jewel of Hilo Bay.

A Japanese themed Garden on the bay.
Big Island Candies

15 min Admission included

An optional stop on the way back to the ship. They give free samples and free coffee.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

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

We pick up in the Hilo Port for cruise ship passengers.
For hotel pick up we pick up in Hilo ONLY. If meeting us in Hilo and driving over from Kona/Waikoloa we meet at the Hilo Target/Safeway.
If staying in Puna/HPP/Pahoa/Hawaiian Beaches/Kapoho or anywhere in that general area, we meet at the Keaau Foodland, 16-586 Old Volcano Rd #102, Keaau, HI 96749.
We no longer PICKUP at the HIlo Airport (ITO) but we CAN DROP OFF. You must take a cab/Uber to Hilo Target/Safeway, we will pick you up there. We can drop off at the airport, we just cannot pick up at the airport and the paperwork is not worth the hassle. The earlier your flight the better. Please be aware this tour is 6 hours, and there is nothing to do in the Hilo airport after we drop you off.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We must follow Hawaii State law, children under 8 must be in a proper seat. We can provide seats for 5-years-old and over upon request 24 hours in advance.