Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

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Hilo, USA

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10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to active volcanoes and historic craters. Delight in the charming vistas of Hilo Town. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will enrich your journey with tales of the area's legends, history, and culture, highlighting scenic wonders throughout the tour.

Note: This tour is available with hotel pickups exclusively in the Hilo area (Not Kona).

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Pick-up and drop-off at specific Hilo hotels
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
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Banyan Drive (pass by)

Drive through quaint Hilo Town along magnificent Banyan tree-lined streets along Hilo's coastline known as the "Hilo Walk of Fame".
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Home to Hawaii's active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Chain of Craters Road (pass by)

Chain of Craters Road is a 19-mile (31 km) long winding paved road through the East Rift and coastal area of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii. Some areas are inaccessible.
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Kilauea Volcano

Active shield volcano housed in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Latest eruption in June 2023! Vents spew lava from within Halema'uma'u, a pit crater in the volcano's summit caldera.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Steam Vents

See and feel the power of the volcano through the steam vents, where ground water seeps into volcanic rock.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

Tropical forest area featuring a long, subterranean cave formed by ancient flowing lava.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Akaka Falls State Park

Beautiful waterfall, easily viewable from a lookout point and surrounded by a verdant jungle.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hilo (pass by)

Drive through historic Hilo Town, where tsunamis in 1946 and 1960 caused cataclysmic damage and forced the town to be rebuilt further inland. Today, wooden storefronts remain in the laid-back, town that manages to keep the country vibe alive.
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Lili'uokalani Gardens (pass by)

Renowned for it's lush Japanese gardens.
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Rainbow Falls

Witness rainbows forming in the mist at one of Hilo's most magnificent waterfalls.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • A light sweater may be needed at the volcano area and sturdy walking shoes are required
  • Passengers with asthma and other respiratory problems should please consider other tour offerings to avoid potential health problems resulting from exposure to fumes
  • As we cannot predict volcanic activity, features may vary daily depending on conditions. In an effort to make this an unforgettable experience, the tour operators will take you as close as possible to the volcanic activity

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (HST).This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Average 4.72 out of 5 stars based on 409 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Pick-up and drop-off at specific Hilo hotels
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Admission Fees
  • Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • A light sweater may be needed at the volcano area and sturdy walking shoes are required
  • Passengers with asthma and other respiratory problems should please consider other tour offerings to avoid potential health problems resulting from exposure to fumes
  • As we cannot predict volcanic activity, features may vary daily depending on conditions. In an effort to make this an unforgettable experience, the tour operators will take you as close as possible to the volcanic activity
  • Lava sightings not guaranteed
  • Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 46 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (HST).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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