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The 10 most popular hilo shore excursions on the Big Island. What they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Volcanoes National Park and black-sand beach shore day from Hilo with Kilauea steam, a lava tube walk, turtles, and macadamia tastings.
“The trip was informative , check in seemed a bit unorganized. Jess was a great tour guide and knew the area well.”
A full-day Big Island tour from Hilo to Kilauea, the Thurston Lava Tube, and top waterfalls, with optional helicopter views.
“Dexter was amazing, so kind and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond. And the whole trip was amazing and the views were breath taking. Mahalo”
Hilo shore excursion to Kilauea, Thurston Lava Tube, and Chain of Craters Road with pickup, snacks, and park admission included.
“Husband and wife owned business. Very nice, knowledgeable tour guide. Relaxed pace activities that cover a lot. Max size of group is around 12. Ours was 8”
A one-day Big Island loop with Kīlauea area stops, Hilo Farmers Market, Rainbow Falls, gardens, black sand turtles, and candy tastings.
“This tour had just the right combination of Hawaiian culture enrichment, adventure, beach stop, snack and lunch break. At each stop, we were free to do our own thing. Justin was a fantastic guide. Since the lava tube at the park was closed, Justin took us to different lava tube which was cool.”
Hilo half-day Volcano Safari with lava caves, black-sand beaches, warm springs, and Kilauea flow history, with port pickup included.
“Guide was informative and friendly, gave great information and talked the whole tour. I would give her 10 stars if I could”
Small-group Hilo tour to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with Kilauea caldera, Nahuku lava tube, Rainbow Falls, and sweet Big Island stops.
“Well paced tour, not overly strenuous with 12 people in tour group. Very friendly tour guide who mixed factual information with personal anecdotes.”
A small-group Hilo shore excursion that pairs Rainbow Falls, gardens, and black sand with Volcanoes National Park and a lava tube walk.
“Perfect tour, Sean is an amazing guide! We had an extremely relaxed day, Sean was able to answer all of our questions and know so much history, flowers and trees and volcano facts. He was so very cheerful and laughing, such a great guy. He made sure my 84 years old Mom was cared for…”
Hilo shore excursion to Rainbow Falls, Volcanoes National Park lava tube, and Punaluʻu black sand beach with lunch and snacks.
“Desmond and Anthony were amazing! I was one of the best island tours we have booked. They were very personable and we enjoyed the special treats throughout the day. Lunch was included and was very good at a local restaurant.”
A 6-hour cruise-day run through Hilo’s top sights, cookies, and an included visit to the volcano area with port pickup.
“The following review reflects on Viator and not solely on the tour operator. We booked with Viator over the phone, gave our trip and flight info and they booked this tour for us. Received a text the day before the tour by the operator to change my flight time or location or we would not…”
Private Hilo shore excursion pairing Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, black sand turtles, lava tubes, waterfalls, and local tastings.
“Adam was great. High energy and really knows his history well. Great trip for our family with kids ages 10, 10 and 11. We went to see the ocean and a cool lava arch instead of the black sand beach. Rainbow falls, macadamia nut farm and farmers market to get mangosteen and white pineapple. great…”
