Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History | La Vacanza Travel

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Duration: 11 hours
Destination: United States, Hawaii, Big Island of Hawaii
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  • 11 hours
  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Kohala Coast, Kohala Coast, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

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

Pass By: Kailua Pier, 75-5660 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-3612

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

Stop At: Bay View Farm, 83-5249 Painted Church Rd, Honaunau, Island of Hawaii, HI 96704-8316

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

Stop At: Punalu'u Black Sand beach, Highway 11, Pahala, Island of Hawaii, HI 96777

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

Stop At: Volcano National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI

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: 1 hour 20 minutes

Stop At: Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI 96718

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

Pass By: Hilo, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

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

Stop At: Rainbow Falls, Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720

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

Stop At: Akaka Falls State Park, End of Akaka Falls Road Off Hwy 220, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96728

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

Stop At: Waipi'o Valley, Island of Hawaii, HI

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

Pass By: Parker Ranch, 66-1304 Mamalahoa Hwy, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-7503

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

Inclusions
  • Small Group Tour Lead by a Professional Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Bottled Water
  • Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entry/Admission - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
  • Entry/Admission - Akaka Falls State Park

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • Children under 4 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
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
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 departs only from Kona and Waikoloa area 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: Charley's Thai Cuisine 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.


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Sightseeing, History
1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024

Monday - Sunday : 06:30 AM - 08:00 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

11 hours


User's Reviews

Olivia_M

24 Apr, 2024

A great day, well organised. You don’t get long at each place but it’s a great way to get a flavour of what this beautiful island has to offer, if you’re short for time. Aaron is a great guide and so knowledgeable, even making a special extra stop, simply because I asked about a place I particularly wanted to see. Thank you so much, Aaron!

Jordan_D

24 Apr, 2024

This is an amazing tour! Our guide Aaron was so knowledgeable and we learned so much! Our 4 year old and 6 year old also loved it! Highly recommend!

Mark_D

24 Apr, 2024

Aaron, our guide was personable, kind, considerate, and above all that, very knowledgeable! He knew so much history of the island, it was a pleasure to just listen to his stories. The places we saw were beautiful and it was a very thorough trip. I appreciated how prepared Aaron was, he kept us hydrated by providing an abundance of cold water bottles and also included fun food stops, such as the specialty donut shop & Coffee plantation.

Excursion53650134706

24 Apr, 2024

My wife and I did the Big Island in a Day tour. Our guide was Miexia Ahloy. He was very knowledgeable about the sites and shared lots of Hawaiian history with us as we drove between sites. The entire experience was very professional. I would highly recommend.

karwalkers

24 Apr, 2024

The van was packed and we were next-to-last to be picked up so we were the backseat drivers, lol. In practical terms, that meant that we didn’t hear everything that the driver/guide said. Some of it, I know, was conversations that front-seat people can have (I’ve been there!), but occasionally we missed something related to the next stop or other things along the way. So, not 5 stars. But still it was a really good experience. Derek has a way of comparing volcanoes to the human body, which may sound weird but actually made the process of an eruption very clear! We loved the black sand beach, and what a treat it was that we happened to be there when a giant sea turtle came up on the sand. Lifeguards immediately cleared and roped off the area; so cool to watch! The bakery stop was delicious, but too short. This tour proposes to do a lot, and it does, but even with too-short stops, we got back way later than expected. So take the tour, but allow more time than stated, and be prepared to wish you could stay longer at many places!

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