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The 10 most popular volcanoes national park tours 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.
“Robert was a great tour guide! He taught us so much about Hawaii and the volcanos. I highly recommend this tour”
Small-group Big Island volcano day with Kona coffee, black sand turtles, Volcanoes National Park, and a 3-course dinner at Kilauea Lodge.
“From the time we were picked up from our hotel until drop off, the experience was first class. We made all stops on time. We were well taken care of along the way.”
Snorkel Kealakekua Bay for 30–40 minutes, then ride past sea caves and lava tubes from Kailua-Kona. Small group, snacks, great wildlife odds.
“Captain Dennis was fantastic. We had an absolute blast! Highly recommend this tour. We rented a go-pro too and we can’t wait to see our footage!”
Ride fat-tire e-bikes through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with small-group guides, snacks, and stops for craters, lava tube, and sea views.
“Nicole & Derek were excellent guides…They made us comfortable with our E/bike. I had only ridden a standard bike but my husband was familiar with both & we were comfortable. They kept us safe & informed us about the plants, animals & landscape. It was fun meeting other travelers in our group of 12. We…”
A short helicopter safari from Hilo to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with lava views, forests, and pilot narration, priced for real time in the air.
“Spectacular way to see Hawaii. Our pilot was the best, providing narration, views and history all in one flight. The ground staff was top notch and very accommodating. A must do if you're in Hilo.”
A full-day Big Island tour from Hilo to Kilauea, the Thurston Lava Tube, and top waterfalls, with optional helicopter views.
“Our driver Dexter is a nice, patient person. However, the tour did not meet our expectations. Despite being advertised as a Hawai’i Island Volcano Adventure Tour from Hilo with a schedule from 7:30am to 6:00pm, we were disappointed by several issues: • We arrived at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at 11:30am and were only allowed…”
Hilo shore excursion to Kilauea, Thurston Lava Tube, and Chain of Craters Road with pickup, snacks, and park admission included.
“The tour guide was very good, quick witted, and knowledgeable. Her real-life experiences helped us understand the reality of living on a live volcano. She was a delight!”
A one-day Big Island loop with Kīlauea area stops, Hilo Farmers Market, Rainbow Falls, gardens, black sand turtles, and candy tastings.
“It was great experience. Our driver Justine is very knowledgeable and kind . Volcano park is high elevated.”
Hilo half-day Volcano Safari with lava caves, black-sand beaches, warm springs, and Kilauea flow history, with port pickup included.
“We had the most amazing tour guide! can't remember her name, but she was Filipino and just a doll! She was funny, extremely knowledgeable, and had passion for her island. She gave us lots of great information and we saw some amazing sites. Highly highly recommend!”
Small-group Big Island day trip from Kona: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u turtles, Kona coffee farm, and a lava tube hike.
“Katie, the tour guide, arrived on adjusted time. She gave us a nice circle tour of Big Island. We spent most of the time at National Volcanic Forest. She narrated many important facts about people and culture of Hawaii. She arranged lunch anRead more”
