
Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10
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Is Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 worth booking?
Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 is a 7.5-hour experience in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, from $1495 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- From
- $1495 per person
I will show things that other tour companies won't. I will show you surfers while driving on narrow roads. I will drive over single lane bridges and down single lane roads that have two way traffic. Show you waterfalls
What you get
About this experience
I will show things that other tour companies won't. I will show you surfers while driving on narrow roads. I will drive over single lane bridges and down single lane roads that have two way traffic. Show you waterfalls and beautiful lush jungle identifying plants along the way. I will walk you in lava fields looking for peacock lava, and take pictures of you inside of a fissure. I offer extra stops along the way. As long as the women are happy the men are happy!!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guide
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
I drive past the Ice Pond, and Liliuokalani Garden, looking for turtles, nene geese, and identifying plants. I will show you the sign with the local fish, and tell about them. We will get out to take photos of the turtles if they're there.
15 minutes here
Onomea Bay
I will drive past surfers catching waves at Bayfront,and Honolii Beach. I will drive you down narrow roads over old bridges with lush jungle, rivers, and waterfalls. I will pass by Onomea Bay, and the Botanical Garden telling you about the different types of plants. I stop to let you take pictures of a river flowing through a lava tube forming a waterfalls while standing on a old wooden bridge with lush beautiful jungle everywhere. Then we will stop for a smoothy. Then I will show you real estate with incredible ocean views and tell you about them. On the way to Rainbow falls I will show you the sluthes waterfalls.
45 minutes here
Rainbow Falls
At Rainbow Waterfalls, I will take photos, and show you an optical illusion for 20 minutes. We will stop for iced coconuts if the vendor is there for 15 minutes.
30 minutes here
We will listen to Hawaiian music on the way up to the Volcano village which is a 35 minute drive. There you can shop for hand made things in hawaii at the gift shop, and buy food at the general store to go. We spend about 45 minutes there.The first stop in the Hawaii Volcano National Park is the Crater overlook, where I will tell you about Hawaiian mythology. The next stop is Steam Vents, where I will show you how to make the vent steam a lot more. Next, we will visit the Volcano House for shopping. After that, we will go to a Lava Field with a fissure, and there we will look for Peacock Lava, and I will take pictures of you standing inside of a fissure. The last stop in the park is a Lava Tube. We will take photos, and I will tell you about native birds and plants. We spend 2 hours in the Hawaii Volcano National Park. Then it is a 35 minute drive to the Macadamia nut farm.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center
We will go to the Macadamia Nut Farm to sample macadamia nuts. I will tell you about the processing of macadamia nuts and let you shop.
30 minutes here
We head to Big Island Candies to sample chocolate, candies, and Kona coffee. You can watch them make chocolate behind the glass. You can get drinks, and food.
30 minutes here
We will go to the Hilo Farmers Market for shopping. You can get fruit, shirts, jewelry, and much more.
30 minutes here
We will go to a Blacksand Beach to take photos, look for turtles, fish, and nene geese. Then back to the Cruise Ship.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Big Island of Hawaii
I will meet you in the Hilo Harbor inside of the building on the left side. Time may change depending on the ship arrival and departure time.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 2 minutes before departure.
Ends at
I will meet you in the Hilo Harbor inside of the building on the left side. Time may change depending on the ship arrival and departure time.
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
- Hawaii Volcano Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fun Informative Don’t mind taking your pictures and have the best candy/coffee and nuts
Don is very informative and seems to love his job. He was one of the best tour guides I have ever used. I will be back and I plan to use him again
Response from the operator: www.tourvolcano.com
via Tripadvisor
Great excursion ! Very recommended !
Great experience , way to go if you want to see places here , friendly funny and very explaining . Takes you right to the places that you want to see Thank you Don !
Response from the operator: www.tourvolcano.com
via Tripadvisor
Hilarious and Informative Guide
Don was hilarious and very informative. He's a laid back tour guide that goes at a great pace. You gey a chance to see a lot like the Rainbow Falls, Volcano National Park, Lava Tubes, Mauna Loa, and into the town but he still gives you a chance to explore the places on your own and at your own pace. Highly recommend!! Thanks for the tour Don!
Response from the operator: www.tourvolcano.com
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Experience
Don was amazing! We had come off the ship and had already planned out our day, but we decided to ditch to his tour. We did not regret the decision. He was very insightful and knows the history and even the geology of the island. At every stop he elevated our experience. He made us laugh on multiple occasions. Our entire group said it was well worth it. I would recommend him every single time and look forward to coming back to Oahu and having him give us a tour. Thank you Don.
Response from the operator: www.tourvolcano.com
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7.5 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
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Big Island of Hawaii.
How much does Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 cost?
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Prices start at $1495 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 Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 take?
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Plan for about 7.5 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 Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10?
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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 Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10?
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Around 1 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 7.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 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 in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History, Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch. 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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