Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls
Overview
Join our captivating exploration of the Big Island's lush, windward side in BIG HAWAII TOURS' luxury, small-group van. During active eruptions, you'll witness the mighty Kīlauea - the world’s most active volcano. But on dormant days, we'll skip the long drive to the crowded park to enjoy black sand coastlines and unique lava formations hidden from most tourists. We'll also explore cavernous lava tubes, majestic waterfalls, and tropical jungles and savor locally-raised macadamia nuts/sweets.
Our BIG HAWAII TOURS are daily curated to maximize visitors/cruise passengers limited time in Hilo. This 5.5-hour morning tour has no strenuous hikes, and can be bundled with our BIG HAWAII TOURS afternoon TROPICAL ESCAPE for a full, memorable day with guaranteed "all-aboard" for cruisers.
- Volcanic lava formations/tubes and tropical waterfalls
- Black-sand/lava-cliff coasts (non-eruption days)
- Daily-tailored itinerary
- Suitable for all fitness levels
What's Included
- Snacks We provide complimentary drinks (Hawaii-special soft drinks) and home-grown snacks (often including fresh fruit!), and will return cruisers to ship by 1:30PM for their on-board lunch
- Your booking includes admission/parking fees to all sites on tour
- We Work With Ship Arrival/Departure Times
- We pickup/drop-off inside Hilo Port (right next to ship)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Luxurious van picks up Hilo Port cruisers right at the port or for Hilo vacationers we can pickup right across the harbor from dock at Reeds Bay Beach Park gravel parking lot (just let us know whether you're arriving via ship at the port or already on the island). We work with each cruise ship on their specific disembarking times, so no worries about being late.
What To Expect
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Hilo (pass by)
Lili'uokalani Gardens
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Boiling Pots
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Rainbow Falls
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Kaumana Caves Park
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lava Tree
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Leilani Estates (pass by)
Isaac Hale Beach Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-5633359P12
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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- 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.
- Snacks. We provide complimentary drinks (Hawaii-special soft drinks) and home-grown snacks (often including fresh fruit!), and will return cruisers to ship by 1:30PM for their on-board lunch.
- Your booking includes admission/parking fees to all sites on tour.
- We Work With Ship Arrival/Departure Times.
- We pickup/drop-off inside Hilo Port (right next to ship).
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls 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
- SnacksWe provide complimentary drinks (Hawaii-special soft drinks) and home-grown snacks (often including fresh fruit!), and will return cruisers to ship by 1:30PM for their on-board lunch
- Your booking includes admission/parking fees to all sites on tour
- We Work With Ship Arrival/Departure Times
- We pickup/drop-off inside Hilo Port (right next to ship)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
