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Cruise Ship Favorite Hilo Excursion Volcanoes and Akaka Falls
Overview
Discover the wonders of Hawaii on this shore excursion perfect for cruise ship travelers arriving in Hilo. Begin your adventure at the Kilauea Visitor Center to learn about the geological and cultural significance of the Hawaiian volcanoes. Enjoy a scenic drive along Crater Rim Drive, marvel at the active steam vents, and explore the enchanting Thurston Lava Tube. A visit to the breathtaking Akaka Falls offers stunning views of its 442-foot drop, while a stop at Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach provides a chance to relax and spot Hawaiian green sea turtles basking on the shore.
- Perfect for cruise ship passengers arriving in Hilo
- Visit the Kilauea Visitor Center and learn about volcanoes
- Scenic drive along Crater Rim Drive with breathtaking views
- Explore Akaka Falls and unwind at Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Cold drinks
- Volcanoes National Park Entrance Fee
Meeting Location
29 Kuhio Street
Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Akaka Falls State Park
50 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kilauea Visitor Center
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Crater Rim Drive
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Haʻakulamanu Sulphur Banks
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
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 spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-5584283P4
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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.
- Private transportation.
- Cold drinks.
- Volcanoes National Park Entrance Fee.
The minimum age to participate is 1. 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 Cruise Ship Favorite Hilo Excursion Volcanoes and Akaka Falls is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cruise Ship Favorite Hilo Excursion Volcanoes and Akaka Falls 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
- Private transportation
- Cold drinks
- Volcanoes National Park Entrance Fee
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 spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
