The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover the volcanic wonders of the Big Island on a 5.5 to 6-hour tour that showcases the best of Hilo. This small-group experience allows you to explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, walk on new lava fields, and venture through a 500-year-old lava tube. Led by certified local guides who share the island's cultural and geological stories, this tour guarantees a comfortable and flexible adventure. Ideal for cruise ship passengers, you’ll return to the Port of Hilo on time, ensuring no stress during your visit. - 6-hour guided tour of Big Island's top volcanic sites - Small group size of up to 7 guests for personalized attention - Expert local guides sharing unique cultural insights - Cruise ship friendly with guaranteed timely return to port

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Outside the Hilo Port.

Pickup Information

Pick-Up: Within 3 miles of Downtown Hilo (including Port of Hilo, hotels, Airbnbs, & Hilo Bus Terminal)

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Richardson Ocean Park
Experience volcanic sands and coastal marine life.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Coconut Island
Coconut Island (Moku Ola) Drive-Thru – A peaceful island rich with Hawaiian legend.
3. Liliʻuokalani Gardens
Japanese Gardens Drive-Thru – Serene bayside gardens inspired by Japanese design.
4. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Kīlauea Caldera Lookout – Witness one of the world’s most active volcanoes and feel the pulse of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire. • Steam Vents & Sulfur Banks – Watch as steam rises from the ground, carrying the scent of the volcano’s breath. • Thurston Lava Tube (Nāhuku) – Walk through a 500-year-old lava cave surrounded by lush rainforest. • Walk on Ancient Lava Flows – Step onto the otherworldly terrain where molten rock once flowed like a river of fire. These hardened lava fields are the very foundation of the Big Island — see where Hawaiʻi is still being born!
Duration: 180 mins
5. Rainbow Falls
Marvel at Rainbow Falls cascading over an ancient lava cave.
Duration: 15 mins
6. King Kamehameha Statue
Honoring Hawaiʻi’s great unifier.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Bottled water

Admission fees

Carbonated beverages

Exclusion

Admission fees

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

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by The Pele Express

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