Private Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Tour from Hilo

Explore Hawaiʻi Island’s volcanic terrain, rainforest, and coastline on a van tour from Hilo, with walks at stops along the way.

• Travel privately with your own group
• Hear island stories from a local guide
• Pause for a lunch stop along the way, with meals at your own expense

Itinerary

• Kilauea Volcano – Witness one of the world‘s most active volcanoes and the iconic Halema’uma’u Crater.
• Steam Vents – Experience volcanic steam rising from the Earth as groundwater is heated by magma below.
• Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) – Walk through a massive lava tube formed by ancient flowing lava surrounded by rainforest.
• Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center – Sample locally grown macadamia nuts, one of Hawaiʻi’s most famous island treats.
• Rainbow Falls – A breathtaking 80-foot waterfall where rainbows often appear in the morning mist.
• Liliu‘okalani Gardens – The largest authentic Japanese garden outside Japan, featuring peaceful ponds, bridges, and scenic walking paths.
• Richardson Black Sand Beach – Known for sea turtles, a volcanic coastline, and stunning ocean views.

What's Included

• Entry fees
• Bottled water

Important details

• Requires moderate walking on uneven surfaces and stairs, standing for short periods, and getting in and out of the vehicle. Bring a companion if you need assistance.
• The vehicle has no wheelchair lift. Mobility devices must fold and fit through the doors and within available storage space; motorized scooters and non-collapsible wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
• Children require an age- and size-appropriate restraint. Under age 2, a rear-facing car seat with a harness is required; ages 2–3 require a rear- or forward-facing car seat with a harness. Ages 4–9 who are shorter than 4 feet 9 inches require a child safety seat or booster seat. Secure your child properly throughout the tour.
• Follow safety instructions, posted rules, and any evacuation orders at each location.
• Drones are prohibited in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and other protected areas.
• Do not smoke, vape, or consume alcohol inside the vehicle. Smoking and vaping at stops are allowed only where local and property rules permit.
• Stay out of the water at all stops; swimming and snorkeling are not included. Leave sand, rocks, coral, and other protected natural materials where they belong.
• Photos or videos may occasionally be taken during the tour for marketing, advertising, website, and social media use.
• Arrive 15–30 minutes before departure for the head count and van loading. The tour begins promptly at the scheduled time unless otherwise arranged.