Hilo Volcano Tour – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Discover the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii’s Big Island on this full-day Hilo Volcano Tour. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to Kilauea and Mauna Loa, and explore a fascinating landscape of volcanic craters, lava fields, steam vents and tropical scenery.
Your journey takes you through some of the Big Island’s most spectacular landscapes. Learn about the forces that created Hawaii and hear fascinating Hawaiian legends about Pele, the goddess of volcanoes, whose home is traditionally associated with Halemaumau Crater.
Along the way, you’ll also visit a black sand beach, a coffee farm, a tropical waterfall and some of Hilo’s historic and cultural highlights.
Big Island Volcano Tour Highlights
- Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
- Visit the Kilauea Visitor Center.
- See volcanic craters, lava landscapes and steam vents.
- Discover Halemaumau Crater and Kilauea Iki Crater.
- Explore the Nahuku Lava Tube.
- Visit spectacular Punalu’u Black Sand Beach.
- Stop at a local Hawaiian bakery and coffee producer.
- See the beautiful 80-foot Rainbow Falls.
- Discover Hilo’s historic Naha Stone and King Kamehameha Statue.
- Visit Liliuokalani Gardens, one of the largest authentic Edo-style Japanese gardens outside Japan.
- Enjoy a stop at Big Island Candies for locally made treats.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Tour
Your Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tour takes you into the heart of one of the world’s most fascinating volcanic landscapes.
Explore areas around Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, and see the evidence of Hawaii’s volcanic past and present. Visit the Kilauea Visitor Center before continuing to steam vents, volcanic craters and the famous Nahuku Lava Tube.
You’ll also hear stories about Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes, adding an insight into the cultural traditions and legends surrounding Hawaii’s volcanic landscape.
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
Visit Punalu’u Black Sand Beach, where volcanic basalt has created one of Hawaii’s most distinctive coastlines. The striking black sand and surrounding scenery make this a fantastic stop for photographs.
Coffee & Local Flavours
Stop at Kau’ Coffee to discover award-winning Hawaiian coffee grown in rich volcanic soil.
You’ll also have the opportunity to visit Punalu’u Bake Shop, known for its Hawaiian sweetbreads, pastries and local treats. Lunch is available to purchase, although it must be pre-ordered on the day.
Rainbow Falls & Hilo
Continue to Rainbow Falls, an impressive 80-foot waterfall in Hilo. The falls are named for the colourful rainbows often created by sunlight shining through the mist.
The tour also passes through historic Hilo, where you’ll see the King Kamehameha Statue and Naha Stone, a 5,000-pound stone traditionally associated with King Kamehameha.
Finish with visits to Big Island Candies and Liliuokalani Gardens, where you can explore one of the largest authentic Edo-style Japanese gardens outside Japan.
What’s Included
- Full-day guided Big Island sightseeing tour
- Visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Kilauea Visitor Center
- Steam vents and volcanic craters
- Nahuku Lava Tube
- Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
- Kau’ Coffee visit
- Rainbow Falls
- Liliuokalani Gardens
- Big Island Candies
- Hilo sightseeing
Lunch is not included and is available to purchase at Punalu’u Bake Shop. Lunch must be pre-ordered on the day.
Tour Information
Duration: Approximately 10 hours, excluding hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Availability: Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Hilo hotel pick-up: Approximately 7:20am.
Return to Hilo hotels: Approximately 8:00pm.
Discover Hawaii’s Volcanic Landscape
A visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the highlights of any Big Island holiday. This tour combines the island’s spectacular volcanic scenery with its rich Hawaiian culture, local food and historic attractions.
From steaming volcanic landscapes and black sand beaches to waterfalls, coffee farms and historic Hilo, it’s an excellent way to experience the diverse character of Hawaii’s Big Island in one day.
Add This Sightseeing Excursion to Your Tailor-Made Holiday
Add this Hawaii Volcanoes National Park sightseeing excursion to your tailor-made Hawaii holiday itinerary and discover the extraordinary volcanic landscapes, natural wonders and cultural heritage of Hawaii’s Big Island.