Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Volcano Adventure

Honolulu, US
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Highlights

  • Comprehensive Volcano Adventure Tour
  • Discover Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
  • Witness the power of the active volcanoes
  • Explore the tropical forest and lava tube
  • Enjoy the stunning waterfalls

Meeting Point

Upon arrival at Hilo International Airport, our driver will pick you up between 830-8:45 AM at the BUS GROUP/TAXI Area at the end of the baggage claim building. (Located near the restrooms on the West End).

Meeting point

2450 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, HI 96720 , United States

End point

End Point

Upon arrival at Hilo International Airport, our driver will pick you up between 830-8:45 AM at the BUS GROUP/TAXI Area at the end of the baggage claim building. (Located near the restrooms on the West End).

Meeting point

2450 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, HI 96720 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

Please meet at the airport at 5:00 AM for your interisland flight on Hawaiian Airlines and promptly check at the Hawaiian Airlines Ticket Counter or Self-Service Kiosk. Make sure to check in for all flights (round trip) and then proceed to the designated gate for departure.

2

Banyan Drive

Drive through quaint Hilo Town along magnificent Banyan tree-lined streets along Hilo's coastline known as the "Hilo Walk of Fame".

3

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Home to Hawaii's active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa.

Duration 120 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

Chain of Craters Road

Chain of Craters Road is a 19-mile (31 km) long winding paved road through the East Rift and coastal area of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii. Some areas are inaccessible.

5

Kilauea

Active shield volcano housed in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Last erupted in September 2021 when vents spewed lava from within Halema'uma'u, a pit crater in the volcano's summit caldera.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
6

Steam Vents

See and feel the power of the volcano through the steam vents, where ground water seeps into volcanic rock.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
7

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

Tropical forest area featuring a long, subterranean cave formed by ancient flowing lava.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
8

Akaka Falls State Park

Beautiful waterfall, easily viewable from a lookout point and surrounded by a verdant jungle.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
9

Hilo

Drive through historic Hilo Town, where tsunamis in 1946 and 1960 caused cataclysmic damage and forced the town to be rebuilt further inland. Today, wooden storefronts remain in the laid-back, town that manages to keep the country vibe alive.

10

Lili'uokalani Gardens

Renowned for it's lush Japanese gardens.

11

Rainbow Falls

Witness rainbows forming in the mist at one of Hilo's most magnificent waterfalls.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
12

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

Please meet at the airport at 5:00 AM for your interisland flight on Hawaiian Airlines and promptly check at the Hawaiian Airlines Ticket Counter or Self-Service Kiosk. Make sure to check in for all flights (round trip) and then proceed to the designated gate for departure.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Passengers must provide date of birth and gender at the time of booking per TSA requirements
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    Once reservation is made, tour is non-refundable and non-changeable
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    The interisland airfare may fluctuate based on flight availability. Additional fees may be required to be paid by the customer in these cases.
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    Passengers with asthma and other respiratory problems should please consider other tour offerings to avoid potential health problems resulting from exposure to fumes
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    Lava sightings not guaranteed
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    IMPORTANT: The name you enter at the time of booking must exactly match what appears on your valid government-issued I.D. photo I.D. that you will use during travel. This is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and FAA requirement and there is no flexibility with this policy. A valid government-issued ID (passport for non-US citizens) is required on the day of travel. If a passenger is denied boarding, there will be no refund.
  • Additional information
    Special Needs requests must be called in to the local supplier AT LEAST 1 week prior to tour date.
  • Additional information
    Interisland flight times and routes are subject to change
Provided by Polynesian Adventure Tours

What our experts say

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    Try local poke at Hilo Farmers Market.
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    Visit Rainbow Falls for great photos.
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    Wear sturdy shoes for hiking trails.
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    Check helicopter tour availability in advance.
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    Pack a light jacket; it can get cool.

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