Waipio Valley, Hilo Waterfalls, Volcano and Black Sand Beach

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  The Waipio Valley Lookout offers a breathtaking vista of one of Hawaii's most iconic and picturesque landscapes. Located on the Big Island's Hamakua Coast, this lookout provides visitors with sweeping views of the verdant valley below, where towering cliffs cascade down to a lush valley floor dotted with taro fields, waterfalls, and black sand beaches.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2

  Pleasant walk through lush tropical vegetation to scenic vista points overlooking the cascading Kahuna Falls and the free-falling ‘Akaka Falls, which plunges 442 feet into a stream-eroded gorge. The 0.4-mile loop footpath requires some physical exertion. (65.4 acres). The waterfall view is just a short walk down the path.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3

  Located just minutes from Hilo, Rainbow Falls is an 80-foot waterfall that cascades over a lava cave, said to be the home of the ancient Hawaiian goddess Hina. On sunny mornings, rainbows often appear in the mist—giving the falls its name and providing an unforgettable photo opportunity.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 4

  Our tour begins at the Kilauea Visitor Center, where you'll learn about the park’s fascinating history, geology, and the cultural significance of volcanoes in Hawaiian culture.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  Next, we'll embark on a scenic drive along Crater Rim Drive, offering breathtaking vistas of the park's unique landscapes.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 6

  Experience the Earth's power firsthand as you visit the steam vents and sulfur banks, where plumes of steam and the pungent aroma of sulfur remind you that you're in the presence of an active volcano.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 7

  Step into a prehistoric world as you explore the Thurston Lava Tube, a natural tunnel formed by molten lava. You'll walk through this subterranean wonder, admiring the eerie beauty of its illuminated caverns.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

  Unwind at the island’s most famous black sand beach, Punaluʻu, where you can often spot Hawaiian green sea turtles basking on the shore. Surrounded by coconut palms and the sound of crashing waves, it’s a perfect way to close the day.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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