Hilo Skip-the-Line Tours

Daniel was very informative. He knew and understood the major sights as well as giving a lot of local knowledge that made the trip very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend.

We had an absolutely wonderful time on our tour, all thanks to Daniel! His vast knowledge of Hawaiian culture and the fascinating diversity behind it truly set this experience apart. At every single stop, he was engaging, kind, and packed full of great information. He was also super thoughtful about taking group photos for us, ensuring we got amazing memories together as a family. We couldn't have asked for a better guide—mahalo, Daniel!

This was an incredible private tour! From the start, the booking process was seamless, with follow-up reminders and detailed directions to the meeting point. Jodi and Rob did an exceptional job catering to everyone in our group, from a 13-year-old to an 80-year-old, ensuring we all had a fantastic experience.We explored Volcano National Park and were lucky enough to witness the active volcano—an unforgettable sight! They also took us on side trips to stunning waterfalls and breathtaking beaches. Every detail was thoughtfully planned. When they say VIP, they mean it: they provided flashlights, raincoats, and even special gadgets to help us capture perfect photos.We can’t recommend Jodi and Rob enough for their outstanding hospitality and expertise. This tour was truly one for the books!

Excellent personal tour with a highly knowledgeable and passionate guide. We spent the day traveling through large parts of volcanos national park. By the end of the day, we walked away understanding the history of the volcanos in Hawaii and got an appreciation of the lifecycle of volcanic eruptions. As a bonus, Kilauea erupted 2 days after we visited the park so we were treated to a spectacular view. Rob is also a fantastic photographer. Ask him to show you his photos.

This was a really amazing experience! Daniel, our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional! Seeing the volcanos and walking through the volcano lava tube was quite an amazing experience! Once in a lifetime experience! I would definitely recommend this tour.

Great experience with Daniel. Recommend for all Big Island visitors. It was our first time and very memorable! Very patient, professional and respectful.

What a great tour! Rob took us all over the Volcano National Park and shared his love of the area and vast experience. We learned about the different types of lava (who knew there is more than 1 type) and got a feel for what it is like when the lava is flowing. He took tons of pictures for us so we could focus on having fun. If you are on the big island, book this tour!

Decided to visit the Volcanoes National Park while visiting friends on Oahu. So glad we chose Big Island VIP! Jodi was very helpful in setting up our itinerary, took care of all the details. Rob was our tour guide...he was fantastic, very knowledgeable of geology, plant life, and Hawaiian history! Not only did we see the active Kilauea vent, but he was able to get us into the park before the crowds, felt like we had the park to ourselves! Being in a comfortable private luxury tour van was also great, no waiting for others to get from site to site. Ended the day at Punalu'u black sand beach, took pictures with Hawaiian sea turtles sunning themselves on the beach! And the best part of it all was the pictures that Rob took of us, which were included at no extra cost, linked to their website. Mahalo Jodi and Rob, we will see you again!

This was a fantastic tour. We cannot recommend Daniel enough he was amazing. We had the best time exploring the island at our pace and we were so blessed to see Kilauea erupt. If I could give yen stars I would! God bless you Daneil 🙏 ❤️

We had the pleasure of taking a private tour with Pele Express during our time in Hilo, and it was easily one of the highlights of our Hawaii trip. From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Our guide, Daniel, was absolutely exceptional. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and took us to multiple stunning locations that we likely would have missed on our own. What truly set the tour apart was Daniel’s personality. He has such a genuine and cheerful attitude that made the entire day feel like exploring with a good friend rather than just a standard tour. He was attentive, made sure we were comfortable at every stop, and was clearly passionate about sharing the beauty of the Big Island with us. Thanks again for such a wonderful day, Daniel!

This is a must do on the big island. Daniel was a very good guide. He had knowledge of all the cultures and sites we went to. We ate at some of the local favorite shops and food was great. I would definitely recommend Pele Express and Daniel for your Volcano Tour.

Daniel was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable, professional, and had perfect timing for each stop. We weren’t rushed, but we were able to get each bucket list stop. We would definitely use him again.

Jodi was a great tour guide! We saw so many sights and she answered all my kids (7 and 9) questions. The Volcano national park and the lava tube were some of our favorite sites. Also loved the rainbow falls. Glad we decided to do this.

It was a very thorough, very detailed, very interactive tour that will take up most of your day but is an experience like no other! Rob knows the island inside and out and can answer anything and everything that comes to mind! He won't hesitate to roast you too so if you are hypersensitive in your feelers, don't be. Have you some fun!

Fantastic tour really goes above and beyond with knowledge and doesn’t just take you to the touristy spots. The only option for touring big island.

5 couples just completed a cruise from Australia to the US. 8 ports of call, 8 tours (6 private). Easily this was the most professional, comfortable, and complete. Jodi did a wonderful job of moving us around the high spots, doing private talks at the volcano visitor center, taking us to rainbow falls, Kilauea, orchids, macadamia nuts, a city market, and turtles (2), in very nice van complete with snacks, water, and umbrellas.Price was reasonable, you should use Jodi if you go to Hilo.