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Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places we visit. We'll start with a drive through Liliʻuokalani Gardens and Downtown Hilo before arriving at the picture-perfect of Rainbow Falls. Next, journey through Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to Kīlauea—the world's most active volcano. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kīlauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, and walk inside an ancient lava tube. For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Afterward, we'll drive past sweeping lava fields and coffee and macadamia nut farms on our way to Punaluʻu, a renowned black sand beach where green sea turtles come to rest.
Please note:
We provide pick-up & drop-off in the Hilo area only.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking and climbing (About 15 stairs during the lava tube tour).
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Meeting and pickup
CONFIRMATION: We will send you an email confirming your pick-up time and location the day before your tour. If you receive a message from Viator showing a different pick-up address from what you entered, please disregard it.
MEETING POINT: Meet at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. There are several parking areas — please meet us in the parking lot directly next to the main road, Kamehameha Avenue.
AIRPORT PICKUP: For guests arriving at Hilo International Airport, we will meet you in the parking lot near baggage claim C and D. Look for a white, 15-passenger van with our company name decal on the side door.
CRUISE SHIP VISITORS: Upon your arrival at the Port of Hilo, our tour guide will greet you inside of the cruise ship terminal with a sign that says "Shaka Braddah Tours."
OTHER PICK-UP LOCATIONS: We will arrive at your specified location in a white, 15-passenger Ford Transit van with our company name decal on the side .
Meet at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. Please meet us in the parking lot directly next to the main road.
Itinerary
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Lili'uokalani Gardens (Pass by)
Drive through Banyan Drive the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.
Admission ticket free -
Hilo (Pass by)
Drive through Downtown Hilo, a charming mix of historic architecture, local shops, and lush greenery set against the backdrop of Hilo Bay.
Admission ticket free -
1Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls is named after the colorful rainbows that appear in the mists of its waters. Signs in the viewing area relate some interesting historical facts about the waterfall, as well as the legend of the “Battle of the Wailuku River”.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park starting at the visitor center and exhibit hall, followed by views of Kilauea caldera and Kilauea Iki, the steam vents, and sulfur banks. Walk inside the ancient Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) followed by lunch at Kilauea Lodge.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Punalu'u Black Sand Beach
Discover a beautiful black sand beach on the Kaʻū coast. This renowned local beach is frequently visited by green sea turtles.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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