Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch Image 1
Majestic Rainbow falls
Walk through Nahuku, an ancient 600 foot long lava tube
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Punalu’u the most famous black sand beach I’m all of Hawaii

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Overview

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour including hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, historical insights, and the significance of the places we visit. We'll take you on an unforgettable journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kilauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, and walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Later we'll visit (The Most Famous Black Sand Beach on the Big Island)Punaluʻu black sand beach and discover the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls in Hilo.

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We offer pick-up & drop-off in the Hilo area only.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.

What's Included

  • Lunch Lunch included at a lovely restaurant located in Volcano Village. vegetarian, dishes available.
  • Fresh locally grown fruit samples
  • Cultural artifacts
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of the Hilo area at this time.
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CONFIRMATION: We will send you an email confirming your pick-up time and location the day before your tour. If you receive a message from Viator showing a different pick-up address from what you entered, please disregard it.MEETING POINT: Meet at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. There are several parking areas — please meet us in the parking lot directly next to the main road, Kamehameha Avenue.CRUISE SHIP VISITORS: Upon your arrival at the Port of Hilo, our tour guide will greet you inside of the cruise ship terminal with a sign that says "Shaka Braddah Tours."OTHER PICK-UP LOCATIONS: We will arrive at your specified location in a white, 15-passenger Ford Transit van with our company name decal on the side door.Please be advised we cannot pick up guests from the Hilo airport at this time, but we do provide drop off.

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Kamehameha Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720, USA

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What To Expect

Rainbow Falls

Rainbow Falls is named after the colorful rainbows that appear in the mists of its waters. Signs in the viewing area relate some interesting historical facts about the waterfall, as well as the legend of the “Battle of the Wailuku River”.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lili'uokalani Gardens (Pass By)

Drive through the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering Banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park starting at the visitor center and exhibit hall, followed by views of Kilauea caldera and Kilauea Iki, the steam vents, and sulfur banks. Walk inside the ancient Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) followed by lunch at Kilauea Lodge.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

Discover a beautiful black sand beach created by volcanic activity. Fed by an underground fresh water spring, Punaluʻu is frequently visited by green sea turtles.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour includes about 2.5 hours of drive time between destinations.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.
  • 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).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Lunch. Lunch included at a lovely restaurant located in Volcano Village. vegetarian, dishes available.
  • Fresh locally grown fruit samples.
  • Cultural artifacts.
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Hilo area only (Port of Hilo, hotels, AirBnBs, Bus station)).
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of the Hilo area at this time.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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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..

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Q: Is this an accessible activity?
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Accessibility information for the Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free meal options available.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • LunchLunch included at a lovely restaurant located in Volcano Village. vegetarian, dishes available.
  • Fresh locally grown fruit samples
  • Cultural artifacts
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Hilo area only (Port of Hilo, hotels, AirBnBs, Bus station))
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Guide
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of the Hilo area at this time.

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free meal options available.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour includes about 2.5 hours of drive time between destinations.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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