Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

4.9
(6,276 reviews)

11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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 Airlines. We can pick up and drop you off at Kona Airport. We can pick up and drop off at major hotels and resorts in Kona and Kohala Coast areas of the Big Island of Hawaii. 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, if you are staying there you will be directed to the pickup location below to attend your tour. 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.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Take a tour of this Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee and Tea.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

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

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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.

    1 hour 20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    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.

    35 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7

    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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • Children under 4 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
Supplied by Wasabi Tours Hawaii

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
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Private and Luxury
Photography Tours
Historical Tours
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Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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