Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour
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Is Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour worth booking?
Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour is a 10-hour experience in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, from $2185 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (18)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $2185 per person
Are you interested in seeing all the major highlights on the Big Island in just one day? This full circle tour takes you and your group on a private adventure to some of the most spectacular and unique places on the Big
What you get
About this experience
Are you interested in seeing all the major highlights on the Big Island in just one day? This full circle tour takes you and your group on a private adventure to some of the most spectacular and unique places on the Big Island of Hawaii. From incredible waterfalls to rugged coastline, tropical rainforests to active volcanoes, sub-alpine dry forest to black sand beaches; experience one of the most ecologically diverse islands on planet earth – ALL IN A SINGLE DAY! On this in-depth tour of the Big Island you’ll experience the island’s main attractions: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, An Authentic Kona Coffee Farm, the southernmost bakery in the United States (famous for their delicious Malasadas), breathtaking Punalu‘u black sand beach, iconic waterfalls in the Hilo area, the rugged and beautiful Hamakua coast, views of Waipio Valley, Waimea and the unique sub-alpine dry forest. Upon booking your tour, one of our guides will contact you to discuss custom tour options !
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Snacks
- Complementary Photo package: 20-25 professional, edited photos shared via Adobe Cloud
- Carbonated beverages
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Gear - Patagonia Rain Jacket and Nano Puff , Nikon Prostaff binoculars, Black Diamond Hiking Poles
- Entrance fees
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Greenwell Farms
As you begin your tour, you’ll travel south along the Kona coast and absorb the breathtaking views of lush vegetation and coastline. Listen to your guide describe the cultural history of the area as well as the local flora and fauna. Arrive at an authentic Kona coffee farm where you’ll enjoy a delicious continental breakfast, tour the farm, and sample flavorful Kona coffee.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Punalu'u Bake Shop
Punalu‘u Bakery
30 minutes here
Punalu'u Black Sand Beach
One of the prettiest black sand beaches in all of the Hawaiian Islands. The jet-black volcanic glass sand here was formed from the rapid cooling of basaltic lava hitting the ocean water then shattering into tiny fragments. Enjoy the relaxing feeling of black sand under your toes while listening to the wind move through the palms and across the water. Your guide will keep a look out for green sea turtles and endangered hawksbill sea turtles that frequent the beach.
60 minutes here
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve, this iconic park encompasses the summit of two of the world’s most active volcanoes and extends from sea level up to the summit of Mauna Loa at 13,677 feet. It’s home to critically endangered wildlife and some of the most unique geological, biological and cultural landscapes on earth. Your tour will explore the main attractions in the park including: the Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, and a nature walk along the Halema‘uma‘u Crater for unique views of the current eruption and the natural steam vents in the area. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the beauty of the park before embarking on your next leg of this incredible adventure.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Wailuku River State Park
From the park venture down to Hilo where you’ll visit the picturesque Rainbow Falls and Akaka Falls State Park. Both waterfalls are a sight to behold. Beautiful falls combined with lush vegetation make these stops photo worthy and truly breathtaking.
60 minutes here
Hamakua Coast
ravel this 50 mile stretch of breathtaking coastline with its hidden waterfalls, tropical rainforest and lush green valleys. Described as one of the most beautiful locations in the state it’s well worth the scenic drive. Stop at Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park and take in the surrounding views as well as the culturally rich history of the area.
60 minutes here
Waipio Valley Lookout
Arrive at Waipio Valley in the late afternoon. Enjoy the incredible views as your guide explains the rich history of the area.
30 minutes here
Waimea
Enjoy the sunset views of Waimea as you travel through Paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) country and take in this historic area with its rolling, green pastures home to cattle, cowboys and one of the largest cattle ranches in the United States; Parker Ranch. Enjoy a local and authentic dinner in Waimea where surf and turf is a definite menu staple. Return to your lodging full, happy and filled with memories that will last a lifetime.
150 minutes here
Akaka Falls State Park
Take a guided walk through Akaka Falls State Park, your naturalist tell you all about the rich botanical life found throughout the park. Akaka Falls, which cascades 442-feet down a vertical cliff face carpeted in vibrant green, is truly an incredible site to behold on a waterfall tour of Big Island Hawaii.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
5 Guests
5 Guests Pickup included
3 Guests
3 Guests Pickup included
4 Guests
4 Guests Pickup included
The Full Circle Big Island Tour (Private Tour)
Pickup included
6 Guests
6 Guests Pickup included
7 Guests
7 Guests Pickup included
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Island Backroad Adventures
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Strollers can be accommodated but a car seat must be provided if needed.
- We can accommodate wheelchairs on this tour as long as they are collapsible and guest can enter vehicle on their own.
- Tours can be adapted to accommodate all ages and abilities. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have specific needs.
- Assuming no modifications to this tour, guests should be able to walk at least 0.5-1 miles with some steps included.
- Guests must be able to walk on uneven or rocky terrain and we may encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 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
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful Trip with Amazing People!
Everything was wonderful! The people who organize these trips are amazing—so friendly, helpful, and professional. I had a fantastic experience and highly recommend these trips to everyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
via Tripadvisor
A Great Adventure
The tour gave us a perfect taste of the entire island. Lisa was our guide and a wealth of information. We experienced sea turtles, black beach, volcano, lava tubes, beautiful water falls, a great picnic and a wonderful dinner. The transportation was very clean and on time at designated pick up. A very full day but so glad we had booked the excursion.
via Tripadvisor
We did the Big Island Full Circle Tour, and it was amazing!
My wife, two daughters, and I did the Big Island Full Circle Tour, and it was amazing! Lisa was our tour guide, and she took excellent care of us throughout the day. She is extremely knowledgeable about the island — from its wildlife and diverse plant life to its unique microclimates and rich history. We experienced an immersive tour that truly captured the essence of the Big Island. As promised, Lisa picked us up from our resort and took us to all the major highlights, including a local coffee farm, a black sand beach, several waterfalls, an active volcano, and much more. Throughout the tour, Lisa was incredibly hospitable, kept us comfortable, and made sure we had everything we needed. She also customized the itinerary to match our interests, allowing us plenty of time to focus on what mattered most to us. We also had the chance to sample local foods, including a stop at Punaluʻu Bake Shop for some delicious malasadas. To top it all off, while we enjoyed dinner at an amazing farm-to-table restaurant, Lisa gave us great recommendations based on what we asked her for other things to do during our stay on the Big Island. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a complete, personalized experience of the Big Island.
Response from the operator: Mahalo for taking the time to share your experiences with us! We love just doing private tours so we can customize our guest's day to any of their interests! We also enjoy being able to incorporate local food vendors for all of our meals so that way our guest can get a little taste of the island and support our local businesses. We are also always happy to share our personal insights about the island for other activities outside of your tour day. Thank you again!! Mahalo, Shawn
via Tripadvisor
Hand Down one of the Best Tours!
Had an awesome day! Our guide Lisa was fun, very knowledgeable and adjusted things as needed. My son is in a wheelchair and they made sure he was able to see and participate in everything. Hands down the best tour we have experienced!! Highly recommend Backroads Adventures!!
Response from the operator: Mahalo for taking to the time to share your experience with us! We are always happy to accommodate any guest's needs if we can, we have personally dealt with similar circumstances in our personal lives so always like to be helpful if we can. Lisa said she had a great day with you all and we are happy to hear that you had a great experience!! Thanks again!!! Mahalo, Shawn
via Tripadvisor
10 ⭐️ Tour
This is one of the best tours I have ever been on. It's an all day, all encompassing private tour with numerous stops and includes lunch and dinner. Shawn, our guide / tour owner is absolutely amazing. He is so knowledgeable and has every detail planned. We started the day at Greenwell Farms sampling varieties of Kona coffee (yummy!). We picked up lunch and fresh donuts at a local place called "Punalu'u". We saw black sand beaches and large sea turtles sunning themselves. We saw waterfalls and also went through a lava tube. We visited Volcano National Park where we witnessed sulphur smoke (known as VOG) from where the volcano had been active as recently as 5AM that morning. In between stops, Shawn share with us the rich history of the island and its people. We concluded the day at a high-end restaurant called FORC (farm, ocean, ranch, chef). The meal was deliciously prepared by chef Hess. We were delighted to end the day at such a fine restaurant. Shawn said he would. only take us to a restaurant where he frequents. From there, Shawn dropped us back at our resort where he had picked us up 12 hours earlier. It was a full day, but worth every minute. Thank you Shawn for making our day so amazing,
Response from the operator: Aloha Jean, Mahalo for taking the time to share your experience with us! Thank you so much for all the kind words and very happy to hear you enjoyed the day so thoroughly! Will you try our best to make sure our guests have the best possible day and it is always great to hear things like this. Thanks again!! Mahalo, Shawn
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2185 to $4935
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Big Island of Hawaii.
How much does Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour cost?
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Prices start at $2185 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Big Island of Hawaii usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Big Island of Hawaii is not rushed.
Is Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Big Island of Hawaii, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour?
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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 Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour?
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Around 6 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 Big Island of Hawaii 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 Big Island of Hawaii and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour 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 Big Island of Hawaii 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 Big Island of Hawaii?
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The Big Island is volcano country: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tours, Mauna Kea summit stargazing, night manta ray snorkels off Kona, Waipio Valley lookouts and coffee farm visits. Summit tours have real altitude rules, so we weight safety detail. On Outty we rank every Big Island of Hawaii experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings, Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch, Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History. 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 Big Island of Hawaii?
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April to October, though the island runs year round. 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 Big Island of Hawaii?
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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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