Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History
Overview
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
- Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
- Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off
- Small Group Tour
- All Fees and Taxes
- Picnic Style Lunch and Snacks
- Professional Guide
- Private Tour
- Personal Purchases
- Tour Guide Gratuities/Tips
Meeting and Pickup
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 or Southwest Airlines. We can pick up and drop you off at Kona Airport.We pick up and drop off at major hotels and resorts in Kona and the Kohala Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii between 6:40 am and 8 am. 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; you will be directed to Queens' Marketplace in Waikoloa for your pickup.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.
What To Expect
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Kohala Coast (pass by)
Kailua Pier (pass by)
Bay View Farm
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Punalu'u Black Sand Beach
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rainbow Falls
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Akaka Falls State Park
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Waipi'o Valley
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Parker Ranch (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
- Children under 5 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (11)
Q: Do we get to swim at the black sand beach or waterfalls on this tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6651BIOD
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Frequently Asked Questions (11)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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You won’t be able to swim on this tour due to time constraints.
Jan 2021We will have a couple easy hikes over a short distance on this tour. Total hike distance is about a mile.
Aug 2022We provide local style lunch for all of our tours, made fresh daily at our commercial kitchen. It includes teriyaki chicken, local fish , sweet purple potato, and white rice. Dinner on Twilight Volcano Tour will be served at either Lava Rock Cafe or Kilauea Lodge near Volcanoes National Park with selected entrees.
May 2024Vegetarian or gluten-free meals are available; please advise at the time of booking if required.
You will add this information to the booking notes area on the checkout page.
Apr 2021- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- This activity 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.
- Bottled Water and Hawaiian Juice.
- Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation.
- Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Small Group Tour.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Picnic Style Lunch and Snacks.
- Professional Guide.
- Private Tour.
- Personal Purchases.
- Tour Guide Gratuities/Tips.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History is as follows:
- Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Bottled Water and Hawaiian Juice
- Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
- Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off
- Small Group Tour
- All Fees and Taxes
- Picnic Style Lunch and Snacks
- Professional Guide
- Private Tour
- Personal Purchases
- Tour Guide Gratuities/Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
- Children under 5 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
