Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places we visit. We'll start with Rainbow Falls and a drive through Liliʻuokalani Gardens in Hilo. Next, journey through Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kīlauea. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kīlauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, and walk inside iconic Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Afterward, we'll drive past sweeping lava fields and coffee and macadamia nut farms on our way to Punaluʻu Beach Park—a renowned black sand beach where sea turtles come to rest. Please Note: We offer pick-up & drop-off in the Hilo area only. This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking and climbing (about 15 stairs during the lava tube tour).

1. 1

   Lili'uokalani Gardens

   Pass by

   Drive through Banyan Drive and the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.

2. 2

   Hilo

   Pass by

   See the vibrant shops, public art, and colorful architecture of historic Downtown Hilo.

3. 3

   Rainbow Falls

   20 min

   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”.

4. 4

   Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

   2 hours

   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.

5. 5

   Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

   30 min

   Discover a beautiful black sand beach on the Kaʻū coast. This renowned local beach is often visited by green sea turtles.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour includes about 2.5 hours of drive time between destinations.

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