
Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch
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Based on 102 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch worth booking?
Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch is a 6-hour experience in Hilo, United States, from $189 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 102 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (102)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $189 per person
Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour including hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, historical insights, and the significance
What you get
About this experience
Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour including hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, historical insights, and the significance of the places we visit. We'll take you on an unforgettable journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kilauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, and walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Later weʻll visit Richardson Ocean Park in Hilo, a black sand beach often visited by sea turtles, followed by the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls. Please note: We offer pick-up & drop-off in the Hilo area only. This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.
What's included
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off in Hilo area only (Port of Hilo, Hilo Airport, hotels, AirBnBs, Bus station))l
- Fresh locally grown fruit samples
- Cultural artifacts
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of the Hilo area at this time.
What you'll see and do
Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls is named after the colorful rainbows that appear in the mists of its waters. Signs in the viewing area relate some interesting historical facts about the waterfall, as well as the legend of the “Battle of the Wailuku River”.
20 minutes here
Lili'uokalani Gardens
Drive through the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering Banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.
Pass by without stopping
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park starting at the visitor center and exhibit hall, followed by views of Kilauea caldera and Kilauea Iki, the steam vents, and sulfur banks. Walk inside the ancient Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) followed by lunch at Kilauea Lodge.
120 minutes here
Richardson Ocean Park
Discover a beautiful black sand beach rich with olivine crystals. With calm waters and fresh-water tide pools, this popular local beach is often visited by green sea turtles.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hilo
Meet at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. Please meet us in the parking lot directly next to the main road, Kamehameha Avenue.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meet at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. Please meet us in the parking lot directly next to the main road, Kamehameha Avenue.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shaka Braddah Tours Llc
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour includes about 2.5 hours of drive time between destinations.
- Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free meal options available.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 102 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
102 verified traveler reviews for Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A must
Amazing overall 😍 from beginning to the end superb
via Tripadvisor
Unbelievable experience worth every penny!!
Outstanding tour. Anthony and Desmond went out of their way to get us to see the active volcano, the lava tube, the black sand beach and rainbow falls. They even paid for our lunch for our family of 8 at Lava Rock restaurant . Anthony had a iPad and projected photos of everything he spoke to us about on a large screen in front that was easy to see from the back of this van that held twelve. They took photos for us, gave us jars of honey , chocolate macadamia nut snacks and a photo calendar . These guys are GREAT! I left my sweater and they called me and brought it back to the port..if you can request this team definitely do this!! You will not regret it!!
via Viator
Guides were awesome!
Tour guides were awesome! Very knowledgeable and seemed to care that we had a good time. The only negative feedback I have is that the vents in the back of the van did not seem to work and it was very hot. They did what they could but it seems like that van needs to have its AC serviced.
via Viator
Start to finish, they...
Start to finish, they thought of everything. So fun and we learned a lot! Missed the eruption by two days, but Mother Nature is on her own schedule.
via Viator
Excellent experience!
Outstanding experience, the tour guides are very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. You will love it.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 36
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hilo.
How much does Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $189 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hilo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hilo is not rushed.
Is Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 102 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Hilo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch?
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Around 36 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hilo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hilo and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hilo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hilo?
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On Outty we rank every Hilo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour, Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens, Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hilo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hilo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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