Explore the Big Island’s natural wonders with a private, all-inclusive volcano and waterfall tour. This exclusive adventure offers a seamless experience, complete with transportation, outdoor gear, and delectable local cuisine. From active volcanoes to cascading waterfalls, this tour promises to immerse visitors in the island’s breathtaking landscapes. With an array of inclusions and a focus on personalized service, this tour presents a unique opportunity to discover the best of Hawaii’s Big Island.
Key Points
- This private, all-inclusive tour offers an immersive experience to explore the volcanoes and waterfalls of Hawaii’s Big Island for up to 4 guests.
- The tour includes meals, beverages, and high-quality outdoor gear, with transportation provided in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guests can enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant along the Hilo coastline and a dinner featuring authentic Hawaiian cuisine.
- The tour covers visits to active volcanoes, such as Mauna Loa and Kilauea, as well as stunning waterfalls like Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but collapsible wheelchairs and strollers can be accommodated, and guests must provide their own children’s car seats.
Tour Overview
The Big Island Volcano & Waterfalls Tour offers a private, all-inclusive experience for up to 4 guests on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Priced from $2,195 per group, the tour includes lunch, dinner, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. Guests will have access to high-quality equipment like Patagonia rain jackets, Nikon binoculars, and umbrellas.
Transportation is provided via a private air-conditioned vehicle. The tour starts at 9:00 am, and guests must arrange their own pickup location.
While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, collapsible wheelchairs and strollers can be accommodated. Cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the experience.
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Inclusions
This tour includes a variety of delectable offerings.
Guests can enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant along the Hilo coastline, as well as a dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and authentic Hawaiian cuisine.
A lunch at a local Hilo coastline restaurant and a dinner with authentic Hawaiian cuisine and locally sourced ingredients.
Throughout the day, travelers are provided with an assortment of snacks, including trail mix, fruit, Clif bars, beef jerky, chips, and chocolate.
Non-alcoholic beverages such as water, juice, soda, hot tea, and coffee are included, while alcoholic options are available for purchase during dinner.
The tour also supplies essential outdoor gear, including rain jackets, insulated jackets, and binoculars.
Pickup Information
Pickup points are selected during the booking process.
Guides will contact guests prior to the tour to confirm the pickup location, itinerary, and address any questions.
The tour starts at 9:00 am. Guests must provide their own children’s car seats if needed.
Collapsible wheelchairs and strollers are accommodated, but wheelchair users must be able to enter the vehicle independently.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the experience starts, and a reserve now, pay later option is available for added flexibility.
Accessibility
Although the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, guests with collapsible wheelchairs and strollers can be accommodated.
Guests must enter the vehicle independently, as the tour doesn’t provide assistance for boarding. Children’s car seats are required and must be provided by your.
Most travelers can participate in the tour, but it’s important to consider the physical demands, as the itinerary includes activities such as hiking.
Booking Details
When booking the Big Island Volcano & Waterfalls Tour, guests have the option to reserve now and pay later, providing flexibility in their planning.
The tour also offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, allowing guests to adjust their plans if needed.
To book the tour, guests can:
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Select their preferred pickup location during the booking process.
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Expect guides to contact them prior to the tour with details on the pickup location, itinerary, and any additional questions.
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Confirm the tour start time is 9:00 am.
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Take advantage of the reserve now and pay later option if desired.
Exploring Volcanoes
Why are the volcanic landscapes of the Big Island so captivating? The island’s volcanoes – Mauna Loa and Kilauea – are among the most active in the world.
Kilauea, in particular, has been erupting almost continuously since 1983, spewing molten lava that has reshaped the island’s topography. Visitors can witness the raw power of these volcanoes, watching as lava flows cascade over cliffs and solidify into mesmerizing patterns.
The volcanic activity has also created a diverse array of geological features, from steaming fumaroles to lava tubes and craters.
Exploring these dynamic landscapes offers a glimpse into the island’s fiery past and ever-changing present.
Chasing Waterfalls
The volcanic activity that has shaped the Big Island has also carved out a network of stunning waterfalls.
As part of this private tour, guests will have the opportunity to experience the power and beauty of these natural wonders:
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Akaka Falls State Park, where the 442-foot Akaka Falls cascade down a lush, verdant cliffside.
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Rainbow Falls, named for the multicolored mist that often surrounds the 80-foot waterfall.
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Umauma Falls, a triple-tiered waterfall that flows over a basalt cliff.
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Hilo Bayfront, where guests can take in the tranquil Wailuku River and its series of smaller cascades.
Savoring Local Cuisine
What better way to experience the Big Island’s local culture than through its cuisine?
This private tour includes a lunch at a local restaurant along the Hilo coastline, as well as a dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and authentic Hawaiian dishes. Guests can savor the flavors of the islands, from the fresh seafood and produce to the unique blend of culinary influences.
The tour also provides snacks like trail mix, fruit, energy bars, and chips to keep adventurers fueled throughout the day.
With a focus on local fare, this tour offers a delightful taste of Hawaiian culture.
The Sum Up
This private all-inclusive tour offers an unforgettable experience exploring the Big Island’s natural wonders. From witnessing the power of active volcanoes to marveling at stunning waterfalls, guests will be immersed in the island’s breathtaking beauty. With comfortable transportation, high-quality gear, and delicious local cuisine, this tour provides an exclusive and convenient way to discover the island’s highlights.
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