Big Island of Hawaii Archaeology Tours

We really enjoyed our one-day tour in Hilo. Ray (our tour guide) was very knowledgeable about the island and explained everything and answered every question. He also gave us plenty of time to explore each stop and offered snacks, drinks, etc. We were on the NCL cruise, and we got a much better deal with this tour. Highly recommended. Thanks!

Raymond Georges was an excellent tour guide. Not only was he very knowledgeable of his homeland, but his love of the Islands and his family (O'hana) immersed us into his world. He arranged our tour according to what we requested, but we also trusted his judgment to take us to places he knew visitors would want to experience. We felt very safe with his driving. And we appreciated that he had local bottled water and snacks available.On Maui & Kauai we rented a vehicle since we had 2 days, but with Kona (and Hilo) I totally recommend using Hawaii Island Insider Tours instead because it was so very EASY!! We didn't have to Uber to the airport and go thru the hassle of getting a rental. Instead we just got off the tender boat (or ship in Hilo) and there he was...waiting for us with a big smile. We just hopped in his vehicle and off we went to explore Kona! It was a perfect day!

Cannot say enough good things about this tour and guide, Rae. Truly had a wonderful time. Pick up and drop off were extremely easy, Rae was incredibly kind and accommodating. Adjusting our tour as needed/requested. Offering additional stops and scenic routes. He was so knowledgeable and had fun trivia with prizes, snacks and drinks for the kids and adults, and even offered use of his children’s car seats for our two little ones on the tour. Can’t recommend enough!

What a great day! Our guide was so thoughtful and friendly and made sure we had a great time the whole day! I highly recommend these folks for a wonderful experience with lots of aloha!

Adam did an incredible job being our tour guide on the big island for our family. From accommodating us with our 4 year old and having a booster seat ready to not have to bring one with us, to showing us some of the most beautiful spots on the island. Adam made sure to share the best places to eat authentic Hawaiian food (best poke bowls), and arranged for our true authentic luau for the ultimate Hawaiian experience. From airport transfers to any other tour you need ….book him he will not disappoint! Highly highly recommend! We can’t wait to come back and will be booking with Hawaii Island Time again.

I booked with Hawaii Island Time and it was an awesome experience. Our driver was Adam and he showed us a great time! Super informative and really made the tour fun!

What a wonderful day spent exploring the island with Rae. He picked us up outside the cruise port and greeted us with gorgeous handmade leis AND Hawaiian snacks on snacks. Born and raised on the island, he is very knowledgeable on the sites. He customized the tour according to what we wanted to do and got us back to our ship with plenty of time to spare. WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL!!! Highly recommend

Rae was simply OUTSTANDING! We had a group of 13 family members with a time constraint (due back on the cruise ship). He tailored our visit to the available time, taking us to many points of interest including Akaka and Rainbow Falls, Volcanoes National Park and the Black Sand Beach. His back stories were interesting and informative. A super friendly person who made the most of our available time. Just a super guy that I will use the next time we get to the Big Island! MAHALO!!

Our family of 9 had an outstanding experience with Hawaii Island Insider Tours and our guide, Rae. We booked a full-day private tour, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to the Big Island.Rae was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and natural beauty of Hilo. One thing we especially appreciated was getting an early start, which allowed us to visit several popular locations before the large tour buses arrived. It made the experience much more enjoyable and gave us the opportunity to take in the scenery without the crowds.Some of our favorite stops included beautiful waterfalls, local roadside fruit stands, and a visit to Big Island Candies. Throughout the day, Rae shared fascinating stories and local insights that helped us better understand and appreciate the island.The van was spotless, comfortable, and spacious for our family of 9, making the day of sightseeing relaxing and enjoyable. Rae provided us with snacks and water during our trip. Everything was well organized, and Rae's attention to detail ensured a seamless experience from start to finish.We highly recommend Hawaii Island Insider Tours with Rae to anyone visiting the Big Island. His knowledge, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm made for an unforgettable day. Mahalo, Rae, for creating such wonderful memories for our family!

10/10 would do again, guides were very nice and the views were amazing. Led us down trails of volcano national park where we were basically the only ones there.

Da Best!!! Support 2 small local companies. 7 people - 2 guides