Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History Discount Tickets

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Overview

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit of the Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to soaring waterfalls and stroll black-sand beaches as you scan the horizon for green sea turtles. This family-friendly tour requires easy walking and introduces people of all ages to the island, and includes lunch, snacks, refreshments, and park entrance fees.

Pickup Information

IMPORTANT: If you are on the Island of Oahu and want to book a day trip, please arrive at Kona Airport by 7:20 am and depart after 8:30 pm on Hawaiian or Southwest Airlines. We can pick up and drop you off at Kona Airport. We pick up and drop off at major hotels and resorts in Kona and the Kohala Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii between 6:40 am and 8 am. We DON'T pick up from vacation rentals; you will be directed to the closest hotel pickup point. We DON'T pick up from Hilo or the east side of the island; you will be directed to Queens' Marketplace in Waikoloa for your pickup. We also pick up at the following locations: the back parking lot by the two yellow umbrellas at Queens' Marketplace in Waikoloa. 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 don't receive an email.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

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 mins
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 mins
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 mins
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 mins
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 mins
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 mins
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 mins
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.

Inclusion

Bottled Water and Hawaiian Juice

Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation

Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off

Small Group Tour

All Fees and Taxes

Professional Guide

Picnic Style Lunch and Snacks

Exclusion

Tour Guide Gratuities/Tips

Private Tour

Personal Purchases

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.

Children under 5 years old are not allowed to participate

This tour only departs from Kailua Kona and Waikoloa on the Big Island of Hawaii

Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.

Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required

Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs

Supplied by Wasabi Tours Hawaii

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