Itinerary
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Stop At: Volcano National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI
Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park including a visit to Kilauea caldera where you will witness the dramatic changes from our recent eruption, experience the steam vents and other volcanic formations from past lava flows.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI 96718
Enjoy a hike through the Hawaiian rainforest robust with native birds and tree ferns to Nahuku (Thurston lava tube). Traverse the 500 year old lava tube where molten lava once rushed through.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chain of Craters Road, Island of Hawaii, HI
Explore frozen fields of lava from past volcanic eruptions and peer down into once active volcanic craters. Learn about the history, culture and geology of Kilauea volcano.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rainbow Falls, Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
View the majestic 80 foot waterfall of Waianuenue or Rainbow Falls. Enjoy the tropical landscape as you learn the legends of Hawaii.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Big Island Candies, 585 Hinano St, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720-4428
Get your pep in your step with tasty hand-made chocolates, locally grown macadamia nuts and island fresh coffee!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Lili'uokalani Gardens, 189 Lihiwai St #151, 49 Banyan Drive Adjacent To The Hotels And Along Hilo Bay, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720-4680
Immerse yourself in tranquility with a short stroll around Liliuokalani Gardens as you enjoy the fishponds, pagodas and picture perfect landscaping along Hilo bay.
Duration: 20 minutes
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329 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Traveler pickup is offered
CRUISE SHIP PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS:
Upon disembarking the cruise ship in Hilo, head through the passenger terminal and look for your guide standing to the left near the pre-arranged tour operators with a sign that reads "Mauka Makai Adventures". Please check in with your guide 10-15 minutes prior to tour start time.
HILO AIRPORT PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS:
Please schedule your flight to arrive at the Hilo Airport a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. We require your airline flight number and arrival time to schedule pickup at the airport. As you disembark the airplane head towards Baggage Claim “D”. Look for the tour operator parking area near the restrooms. Our vans are marked with the logo "Mauka Makai Adventures".
HILO HOTEL PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS:
We provide pick up service at Hilo Hotels along Banyan Drive only. Please meet your tour guide near the front entrance to the lobby, our vans are marked with the logo "Mauka Makai Adventures." We may also contact you prior to the tour to make arrangements for a meeting time and location.
ALL OTHERS MEET AT HILO MOʻOHEAU BUS TERMINAL:
If you are driving from Kona, Waikoloa, or another part of the island, please confirm that you will meet us at the Hilo Mo'oheau Bus Terminal (329 Kamehameha Avenue, Hilo, HI 96720). There is free parking adjacent to the bus terminal. Look for our van parked in the parking lot with the "Mauka Makai Adventures" logo on it.
Airports
5 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (be prepared for sun, wind and rain).
Not wheelchair accessible
Covered walking shoes are required and a jacket is highly recommended.
Participants must be able to walk a minimum of 1 mile on uneven rocky terrain.
We do not guarantee you will see molten lava on this tour.
HOTEL pick-up is offered for select HILO HOTELS ONLY. If you are staying outside of Hilo, please plan to meet at the Hilo Mo'oheau Bus Terminal (please confirm at time of booking).
Near public transportation
CRUISE SHIP passengers, we pick-up directly at HILO HARBOR and will adjust the tour time as needed to accommodate your ships time in port.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
For a one DAY TRIP to the Big Island, please make your travel arrangements to and from the HILO AIRPORT. Schedule your flight arrival a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the tour start time AND provide your flight details at time of booking.
Children ages 8 years and up may participate in tour. All participants must have a paid seat. We do not allow any "lap" children.
Kilauea volcano is an active volcano, you may be exposed to volcanic gas on this tour.
This tour cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs, scooters or oxygen tanks.
This experience 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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Julie_W
Gill was a lovely tour guide. Be prepared for rain and it can be chilly on the volcano. Comfy van, water and snack supplies. Great tour
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Posted On : 2024-05-03
Posted By : Jeannette V
Great from start to finish. Great communication regarding our pick up location and time. Josh was right on time and we loaded into an immaculate Sprinter van. Times at each of the stops were right on. Josh was great explaining so much history about Hawaii and the volcano area. Offered water and a small snack. Even though we weren’t able to walk the Crater trail (due to seismic activity) I didn’t feel that we missed anything. Loved that the last stop was at Big Island Candies! Would highly recommend this tour and I would do it again. Thanks Josh!
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Posted On : 2024-04-30
Posted By : Suzie_B
Jill was very knowledgeable and professional. She met our expectations and beyond, we were very satisfied
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : tim_h
Seeing the volcano close up and getting a locals view of the history of the volcano and personal stories of the areas history
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Posted On : 2024-04-23
Posted By : stacey_h
We were so excited to see the volcano in Hilo and this trip exceeded all of our expectations. Jill, our guide, did an amazing job sharing all the myths and legends of the area. The geological information was easy to digest and provided an excellent learning experience. We had several stops along the way (Rainbow Falls, Gardens, Craters, etc) and at each stop. we had plenty of time to explore and take lots of pictures. Our transportation was extremely comfortable.
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Posted On : 2024-04-18
Posted By : Mary_M
Had a great time hitting all key spots including a lava tube and rainbow falls. Josh was very dynamic. He kept us laughing and informed.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17
Posted By : RUTH_G
Our guide was also the owner. Wonderful people and so knowledgeable. She was a born in the volcano and could share her personal experiences. Just fantastic!
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Posted On : 2024-04-10
Posted By : Judy_K
Jill had great info and interesting personal stories. The stops were well timed. We would highly recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-03-30
Posted By : Joanne A
This was a great experience and a nice way to see a lot in a fairly short amount of time. Although I had been to the park before, I had not gone inside a lava tube so that was cool to see. Well worth our time.
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Posted On : 2024-03-15
Posted By : Jill_B
We had a great time on this excursion! Our tour guide, Josh, was very knowledgeable about the island, the history and the Hawaiian folk tales about so many facets of the land and the plants and animals who inhabit the area.
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Posted On : 2024-03-13
