Hilo Cruise Tour: Volcanoes National Park, Waterfalls & Beaches

5.0 (25 reviews) Big Island of Hawaii, USA
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Make the most of your Hilo cruise day with a small group adventure to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Explore crater viewpoints, steaming vents, native rainforest, and Nāhuku Lava Tube while your guide shares the stories behind the landscape.

Beyond the volcano, visit Rainbow Falls, sample island flavors at Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center, browse Big Island Candies, stroll through Liliʻuokalani Gardens, and enjoy Richardson Ocean Park’s black sand coastline.

Travel comfortably in our modern, air-conditioned Ford Transit with snacks, drinks, and all park admission fees included. Our small groups keep the day personal, with time for questions, photos, and enjoying each stop.

We are fully licensed and insured, with pickup directly inside Hilo Cruise Port at Bay #5. We plan around your ship’s schedule to return you before all aboard.

Stops and park features are subject to weather, closures, and ship schedules. Lava sightings are not guaranteed.

What's included

  • $15.00 national park ticket included! Rainbow Fall $5.00 Included
  • Transportation in a clean, comfortable 2025 Ford Transit (shared small group)
  • Water, chips and drinks included!

What to expect

  1. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to Kīlauea. Walk through Nāhuku Lava Tube, see steaming vents, enjoy crater viewpoints, and discover native rainforest and historic lava flows while learning how volcanic activity continues to shape the island.
  2. Chain of Craters Road
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Travel along a scenic stretch of Chain of Craters Road in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, passing dramatic craters and vast fields of hardened lava. Your guide shares the stories behind past eruptions and the powerful forces that continue to shape Hawaiʻi Island.
  3. Nahuku - Lava Tube
    25m · Admission ticket included
    Walk through Nāhuku, also known as Thurston Lava Tube, at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Follow a lush rainforest trail into a remarkable underground passage formed by flowing lava, while your guide explains how these natural tunnels helped shape the island.
  4. Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center
    30m
    Enjoy a taste of Hawaiʻi at the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center. Browse island treats, shop for macadamia nut gifts, and enjoy a sweet or savory snack during this stop just outside Hilo.
  5. Rainbow Falls
    30m · Admission ticket included
    A beautiful 80 foot waterfall located just minutes from Hilo town. On sunny mornings, you can often see rainbows forming in the mist. Easy access and one of the most iconic waterfalls on the island.
  6. Big Island Candies
    20m
    A beloved Hilo tradition, Big Island Candies is famous for its handcrafted shortbread cookies, chocolates, and island-inspired treats. Watch candies being made, sample local favorites, and browse a wide selection of premium Hawaiian gifts and souvenirs.
  7. Lili'uokalani Gardens
    20m
    Enjoy a 20-minute stop at Liliʻuokalani Gardens, Hilo’s beautiful Japanese-style waterfront gardens. Stroll along peaceful pathways, admire ornamental bridges and ponds, and take photos with views of Hilo Bay.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We pick up at Bay #5 at the Hilo cruise port. Please check your Viator messages for pickup updates. Try your best to text Rae through WhatsApp or by phone, and look for his text before your tour.

End point

We pick up at Bay #5 at the Hilo cruise port. Please check your Viator messages for pickup updates. Try your best to text Rae through WhatsApp or by phone, and look for his text before your tour.

Pickup details

Pickup is available directly at the Hilo cruise ship port or at Hilo hotels.

Cruise guests: Meet at Bay #5 by 8:30 AM if your ship’s arrival allows. If your ship arrives later, we’ll adjust pickup to match your arrival and wait for everyone booked on our tour. We’re cruise friendly, stay in communication, and leave no one behind!

Look for Rae wearing a blue collared shirt and holding a Hawaii Island Insider Tours sign. Check our listing photos to recognize our uniform.

Hotel guests: Please contact us to confirm your pickup time.

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Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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