Big Island Grand Circle Island Tour
See waterfalls, Volcanoes National Park, a coffee farm, and a black-sand beach on a full-day guided loop
Duration
11–12 hrs
Includes
Lunch, Park fees, Rain gear
Highlights
Experience a full-day guided journey around Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore volcanoes, waterfalls, rainforests, and black-sand beaches while learning about the island’s history, cultures, and geology.
- Tour a Kona coffee farm and sample Kona coffee
- Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park craters, steam vents, and lava tubes
- Visit Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Waipio Valley Lookout
- Stroll Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and watch for green sea turtles
- Enjoy a local-style picnic lunch with drinks and snacks
- Stop often for photos across diverse landscapes
What's Included
- Local-style picnic lunch
- Assorted juices, snacks, bottled water
- Park entrance fees
- Jackets and rain gear
- Mosquito repellent
Things to know
Expect easy hikes over short distances on uneven terrain; covered walking shoes are required. Tours require a minimum of four guests to operate. Vehicles cannot accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers.
FAQs
How much hiking do we do?
We will have a couple of easy hikes over a short distance, totaling around 1.5 miles throughout the day.
How long do we stop at Volcanoes National Park?
We stop at multiple attractions within the park for a total time of about 1.5 hours.
Do we get to swim at the black sand beach or waterfalls?
No, swimming is not included due to time constraints.
What’s the difference between the Twilight Volcano Tour and Circle Island Tour?
The Circle Island Tour adds two waterfalls and Waipio Valley Lookout with about 1.5 hours in the park, while the Twilight Volcano Tour offers about 3 hours in the park, a restaurant dinner, and stargazing near Mauna Kea.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation or date change with advance notice: 1–5 guests 24 hours, 6+ guests 48 hours, private tours 72 hours. Cancellations within these windows, no-shows, or guests not meeting requirements are charged in full. Tours require a minimum of four guests; if not met, you will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and may reschedule or receive a full refund.
Meeting location
Major hotels and resorts in Kona and Waikoloa
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