“Ultimate Big Island Experience” Volcano,Waterfall,Beach & Lunch
Description
Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour including hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, historical insights, and the significance of the places we visit. We'll take you on an unforgettable journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kilauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, and walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Later, we'll visit Punaluʻu black sand beach (The Most Famous Black Sand Beach on the Big Island ) and discover the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls in Hilo. Please note: We provide pick-up & drop-off in the Hilo area only. This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.
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Itinerary
Rainbow Falls is named after the colorful rainbows that appear in the mists of its waters. Signs in the viewing area relate some interesting historical facts about the waterfall, as well as the legend of the “Battle of the Wailuku River”.
Drive through Downtown Hilo, a charming mix of historic architecture, local shops, and lush greenery set against the backdrop of Hilo Bay.
Drive through the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering Banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.
Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park starting at the visitor center and exhibit hall, followed by views of Kilauea caldera and Kilauea Iki, the steam vents, and sulfur banks. Walk inside the ancient Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) followed by lunch at Kilauea Lodge.
Discover a beautiful black sand beach created by volcanic activity. Fed by an underground fresh water spring, Punaluʻu is frequently visited by green sea turtles.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
CONFIRMATION: We will send you an email confirming your pick-up time and location the day before your tour. If you receive a message from Viator showing a different pick-up address from what you entered, please disregard it. MEETING POINT: Meet at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. There are several parking areas — please meet us in the parking lot directly next to the main road, Kamehameha Avenue. CRUISE SHIP VISITORS: Upon your arrival at the Port of Hilo, our tour guide will greet you inside of the cruise ship terminal with a sign that says "Shaka Braddah Tours." OTHER PICK-UP LOCATIONS: We will arrive at your specified location in a white, 15-passenger Ford Transit van with our company name decal on the side .
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(131)
Anthony and Desmond were wonderful. So friendly and knowledgeable about the history and land of Hawaii. I’d definitely recommend this pair as go-to guides in the future.
Anthony and Desmond were kind, courteous, and knowledgeable. They went out of their way to ensure we had a magical experience. You will feel more attached and appreciative of the Hawaiian islands and culture after spending a day on this tour.
Great experience! Our tour guides were wonderful and provided so much history and details of the island. It was a little rainy and they provided umbrellas and ponchos for everyone. They even gave us fresh fruit from the farmers market to try!
Very fun and educational. Anthony and Ariel were great. Very attentive, kind and engaging. I would recommend!!
Take this tour! It’s so well done. Desmond and Anthony were engaging, offered history, insights, and made us feel comfortable from the very first moments of the day. Each stop was well worth the time, and the guides went above and beyond our expectations. HIGHLY recommend.
My husband and I have been on many tours around the globe, & this was definitely one of our favorites! Anthony was the perfect Tour Director with a wealth of knowledge, imagery, artifacts, humor & music. He kept the conversation going but also knew when the group needed a rest. His blend of friendliness and intelligence was top-notch! Our driver, Desmond, was like a close friend by the end...so kind and ready for any engaging conversation. Both were always ready with a hug and made you feel like 'ohana. The tour was scenic & doable for many age ranges. HIGHLY recommend this tour & these guides!
Wow! This tour was one of the best our family has ever taken! There were ten of us, ranging in age from 18 months to 80 years old and everyone had so much fun and learned a lot too! Every stop was amazing and they give you plenty of time to explore and take pictures. In between stops, you will learn so much about the history and culture of the native Hawaiians. If you are trying to decide which tour to book, look no further, you will not be disappointed!
The guides were great, very friendly, very informative, very welcoming, and each of the sites was something totally worth seeing. We got some great pictures and had a great time.
Guides were very knowledgeable about the history of the island and volcano. They made extra effort to observe the weather and take us back to view volcano when it was clear.
Great experience, awesome and very knowledgeable guides and a little bit of everything Hawaii. The history of Hawaii being told along the way between stops. The artifacts we a nice touch to the experience. Teaching guest Hawaiian words and meaning.
