Kona Private Waterfalls and Mauna Kea Visitor Center Experience

5.0 (1 reviews) Big Island of Hawaii, USA
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Duration8h - 9h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the stunning natural beauty of Hawaiʻi on this immersive tour that highlights iconic waterfalls, unique lava formations, and the majestic Mauna Kea Visitor Center. Marvel at Rainbow Falls, where morning mist creates vibrant rainbows, and explore the swirling waters of the Boiling Pots. Walk through the historic Kaumana Caves for a glimpse into the island's volcanic history, and learn more about how volcanic activity has shaped the region over time. Continue your journey to the Mauna Kea Visitor Center, where you can enjoy cultural insights and breathtaking views without needing a summit permit or 4x4 vehicle. This family-friendly tour concludes with a relaxing picnic dinner surrounded by nature, making it accessible and enjoyable for all ages.

Options

Private Group 1-3

Private Group 1-3
Pickup included

Private Group 1-5

Private Group 1-5
Pickup included

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Expert Guide
  • Lunch
  • Tour Guide Gratuities
  • Breakfast

What to expect

  1. Rainbow Falls
    3h · Admission ticket included
    One of the most famous Rainbow Falls, also known by its Hawaiian name Waiānuenue (“rainbow water”), is located near Hilo on Hawaiʻi’s Big Island. It plunges about 80 ft (24 m) into a large pool fed by the Wailuku River, surrounded by lush tropical rainforest and vibrant vegetation. On sunny mornings, the mist from the falls refracts the sunlight to create brilliant rainbows — the sight that gives it its name. There’s also a natural lava cave behind the falls steeped in Hawaiian legend as the home of the goddess Hina.
  2. Boiling Pots
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The Boiling Pots are a series of deep, circular river pools and cascades formed where the Wailuku River flows over ancient lava rock formations left behind by eruptions of Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea. As the river water rushes through these eroded channels and lava tubes, the currents swirl and churn, creating an effect that looks like the water is boiling.
  3. Kaumana Caves Park
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Kaumana Caves are a natural lava tube system on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi near Hilo — formed when an 1881 lava flow from the volcano Mauna Loa drained away and left behind long, hollow tunnels in the rock.
  4. Mauna Kea
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Ascend to the summit of Mauna Kea at 13,796 feet/4205 meters to arrive above the clouds and watch the sunset if the weather is permitting . See international telescopes along the way on this sacred mountain.
  5. Kailua-Kona
    1h 30m
    Head back to Kona and drop off the guests to hotels or homes.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will inform the guest by text message about the approximate location and time of
pick up in advance. We can plan to pick up and drop off from additional locations if
requested.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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