Private Custom Big Island Volcano Tours

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For those looking for a more personalized experience, Aloha Aina Tours offers personalized custom tours. Creating a custom Big Island custom and private tour can be an exciting way to explore the diverse beauty and unique attractions of Hawaii’s largest island. For private/custom tours we offer Hilo and Kona Port pick ups as well as airport.

As a locally owned and operated tour company based on Hawaiʻi Island, we offer immersive, guided experiences while sharing not just the breathtaking beauty of volcanoes, waterfalls, and valleys – but the stories, language, and spirit that make these places sacred. The expertly guided tours highlight the island’s natural beauty, rich history, and volcanic landscapes.

What's Included

  • Meals Food is included. We have a variety of Hawaiian style juices and water. For lunch we provide a local style bento
  • Alcohol – Consumption and possession of alcohol on the van is strictly prohibited on the tour.
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- We will contact you regarding any specific details about your tour. - Cruise ship Passengers: - While our tours are scheduled to begin at 8:00 am, we know that delays happen, and that it may take some time to come off the ship. We keep track of ship arrival times and will adjust accordingly. You will not miss your tour. - Tour lengths vary and adjustments to the schedule may need to be made in order to accommodate your timely return. - Cruise Ship Hilo and Kailua Ports – Look for your Guide with the “Aloha Aina Tours” sign. You will be provided instructions for pick up either inside the terminal or right outside the port gates. - If your ship is unable to dock, we’ll issue a full refund. When possible, we’ll also try to reschedule your tour so you don’t miss out. This situation is entirely outside your control, and we want to make it worry-free for you.Please note when booking. Due to the difference in TripAdvisor and our booking system, 1 person equals 14 people. If you need to book multiple tours, they must be booked through TripAdvisor one at a time.

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Choose from multiple Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and other lava flow/field stops. Drive through Chain of Craters Road and Crater Rim Drive, scenic stops, as well as a self guided visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: - Kīlauea Visitor Center - Halemaʻumaʻu Crater (Uēkahuna Look Out) - Steamy Haʻakulamanu (Sulphur Banks) - Kīlauea Iki Overlook - Thurston Lava Tube - Lava Tree Park - Petroglyphs - Volcano steam vents - Uēkahuna Lookout - Fissure 8 (2018 Leilani Estates Eruption) - Ka‘ūmana Caves - Pit Craters - Devastation Trail
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Hilo

Choose from Hilo stops such as: - Richardson’s Black Sand Beach - Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens - ‘Akaka Falls - Rainbow Falls - Boiling Pots - King Kamehameha Statue - Queen Liliuokalani Gardens - ʻImiloa Astronomy Center - Banyan Tree Drive - Downtown Hilo Bayfront - Ho’olei Sea Arch - Isaac Hale ‘Pohoiki’ Beach Park - Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - Big Island Candies - Maku’u Farmers market (Sundays 730a-2p) - Honoli’i Beach Park - Carlsmith Beach Park - Naha StoneNorth Side locations: - Waipi’o Valley Lookout - Pololū Valley - Parker Ranch - TEX Drive In (Malasadas)South Side: - Ka’lae (South Point) - Punalu’u Black Sand Beach - Punalu’u Bakery - Nāʻālehu
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Akaka Falls State Park

You can choose to visit ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Nestled within a dense rainforest just north of Hilo, this scenic wonder is home to one of the most iconic waterfalls in all of Hawai‘i – ‘Akaka Falls.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

You can choose to visit Punalu'u Black Sand BeachDiscover one of Hawaiʻi’s most unique and visually striking natural wonders on this unforgettable visit to Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach. Located on the Big Island’s southeastern coast, and known for its jet-black shoreline formed by cooled lava fragments, Punaluʻu offers a rare and captivating sight that perfectly blends natural beauty with cultural significance.As you arrive, you’ll be greeted by the dramatic contrast of black sand against the vivid blue Pacific Ocean and lush greenery. Stroll along the shoreline where endangered Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) often bask in the sun. Dip your toes in the cool waters, explore tide pools teeming with marine life, or simply relax and take in the serene, beautiful landscape. This Big Island Adventure is an all-inclusive tour that also combines the amazing Volcanoes National Park and Historic Hilo Town tours.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Kailua-Kona

For Kona Pick Ups and locations, you may choose from the following stops:Kona Side: - Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm - Papakōlea Green Sand Beach - Hapuna Beach - St. Benedict’s Painted Church - Kua Bay (Manini’owali Beach) - Pu’uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historic Park (The Place Of Refuge) - Magic Sands Beach Park - Kona Salt Farm - Kahalu’u Bay Park - Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site - Anaeho’omalu Bay (A-Bay Beach) - Hulihe’e Palace - Mokuaikaua Church - Kaloko-Honokohau Historic Park - Abalone Aquaculture Farm - Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm - Kokoleka Lani Farms (Chocolate Farm) - Kona Cloud Forest SanctuaryCoffee Farms: - Kona Joe’s - Greenwell Coffee Farm - Royal Kona Coffee - Bayview Coffee - Kona Living History Coffee Farm
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Custom Big Island Volcano Tours?

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).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. Read more Apr 2025

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What's Included

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  • MealsFood is included. We have a variety of Hawaiian style juices and water. For lunch we provide a local style bento
  • Alcohol – Consumption and possession of alcohol on the van is strictly prohibited on the tour.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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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).
  • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.

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