Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Kailua-Kona, US
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Highlights

  • Explore diverse landscape and natural wonders
  • Visit Volcanoes National Park and see steam vents
  • Walk through rainforests to towering waterfalls
  • Dip toes in black sand beach and spot turtles
  • Enjoy scenic views of cliffs and sparkling ocean

Pickup

Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)

Pickup Location
Aston Kona By The Sea
Club Wyndham Kona
Club Wyndham Mauna Loa Village
Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Fairmont Orchid
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings' Land Waikoloa
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village
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Kanaloa at Kona
Kona Bali Kai
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa
Royal Kona Resort
Royal Sea Cliff Kona By Outrigger
Shell Vacations Club Kona Coast Resort
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
IMPORTANT: If you are staying on the Island of Oahu or Maui, please DO NOT book this tour. This tour is TOO LONG for a day trip from the neighboring islands. This tour only pick up from major hotels and resorts in Kona and Kohala Coast areas of the Big Island of Hawaii. We don't pick up or drop off at Kona Airport. We also pick up at the following locations: Yoga Barre at Queens' Marketplace (69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa Village, HI 96738) Foodland Farms at The Shops at Mauna Lani ( 1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 ) The supplier will send you a confirmation email with the exact pickup location and time. Please call the supplier if you didn't receive an email.

What to expect

1

Kohala Coast

Pick up guests from resorts along the Kohala Coast while enjoying a narrated tour with unique landscape and scenic view.

2

Kailua Pier

Drive through the historic Downtown Kona, home to the summer palace of Hawaiian royalty and oldest church in Hawaii.

3

Bay View Farm

Take a tour of this Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee and Tea.

Duration 40 minutes
4

Punalu'u Black Sand beach

Dip your toes in the sand at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and scan the horizon for green sea turtles on the shore

Duration 35 minutes
5

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, including steam vents, the Halema’uma’u and Kilauea Iki crater lookouts, past lava flow sites, and take a short hike along crater rim trail and lava tube.

Duration 80 minutes
Admission Admission Included
6

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

Walk along a bridge that gives you a literal inside look at Hawaii, as you follow it to the eerie Thurston Lava Tube, a 600-foot-long (183-meter) cave formed hundreds of years ago by an underground river of magma.

Duration 20 minutes
7

Hilo

Drive through historical Downtown Hilo, the largest city on the island.

8

Rainbow Falls

This 80-foot falls plunges over a natural lava cave and into the Wailuku River below. On a sunny day, rainbows appear in the mist of the falls, making for a magical view.

Duration 20 minutes
9

Akaka Falls State Park

This towering 442-foot (135-meter) waterfall plummets into a lush ravine at the center of a state park. You’ll enjoy a short walk through the vegetation for an up close view and plenty of photo ops.

Duration 35 minutes
Admission Admission Included
10

Waipi'o Valley

The views stop you in your tracks at the Waipio Valley lookout, where a dramatic backdrop of lush cliffs drops into the sparkling blue ocean

Duration 20 minutes
11

Parker Ranch

Driver through the scenic green pasture of Parker Ranch, home of the Hawaiian cowboys and one of the largest ranches in the US.

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

  • Additional information
    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • Additional information
    Children under 4 years old are not allowed to participate
  • Additional information
    This tour only departs from Kailua Kona and Waikoloa on the Big Island of Hawaii
  • Additional information
    Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.
  • Additional information
    Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Additional information
    Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
Provided by Wasabi Tours Hawaii

What our experts say

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    Try local coffee at Bay View Farm.
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    Visit Punalu'u beach for sea turtles.
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    Bring swimwear for waterfall stops.
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    Dress in layers for variable weather.
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    Capture photos at Waipi'o Valley lookout.

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