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Hilo Cruise Tour: Volcanoes National Park, Waterfalls & Beaches

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6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Make the most of your Hilo cruise day with a small group adventure to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Explore crater viewpoints, steaming vents, native rainforest, and Nāhuku Lava Tube while your guide shares the stories behind the landscape.

Beyond the volcano, visit Rainbow Falls, sample island flavors at Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center, browse Big Island Candies, stroll through Liliʻuokalani Gardens, and enjoy Richardson Ocean Park’s black sand coastline.

Travel comfortably in our modern, air-conditioned Ford Transit with snacks, drinks, and all park admission fees included. Our small groups keep the day personal, with time for questions, photos, and enjoying each stop.

We are fully licensed and insured, with pickup directly inside Hilo Cruise Port at Bay #5. We plan around your ship’s schedule to return you before all aboard.

Stops and park features are subject to weather, closures, and ship schedules. Lava sightings are not guaranteed.

What's Included

  • Snacks Water, chips and drinks included!
  • $15.00 national park ticket included! Rainbow Fall $5.00 Included
  • Transportation in a clean, comfortable 2025 Ford Transit (shared small group)

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Pickup is available directly at the Hilo cruise ship port or at Hilo hotels.Cruise guests: Meet at Bay #5 by 8:30 AM if your ship’s arrival allows. If your ship arrives later, we’ll adjust pickup to match your arrival and wait for everyone booked on our tour. We’re cruise friendly, stay in communication, and leave no one behind!Look for Rae wearing a blue collared shirt and holding a Hawaii Island Insider Tours sign. Check our listing photos to recognize our uniform.Hotel guests: Please contact us to confirm your pickup time.Questions or delays? Message us here

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    80 Kuhio Street
    Hilo, HI 96720, USA

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    Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

    Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to Kīlauea. Walk through Nāhuku Lava Tube, see steaming vents, enjoy crater viewpoints, and discover native rainforest and historic lava flows while learning how volcanic activity continues to shape the island.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Chain of Craters Road

    Travel along a scenic stretch of Chain of Craters Road in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, passing dramatic craters and vast fields of hardened lava. Your guide shares the stories behind past eruptions and the powerful forces that continue to shape Hawaiʻi Island.
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    45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

    Walk through Nāhuku, also known as Thurston Lava Tube, at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Follow a lush rainforest trail into a remarkable underground passage formed by flowing lava, while your guide explains how these natural tunnels helped shape the island.
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    25 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center

    Enjoy a taste of Hawaiʻi at the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center. Browse island treats, shop for macadamia nut gifts, and enjoy a sweet or savory snack during this stop just outside Hilo.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rainbow Falls

    A beautiful 80 foot waterfall located just minutes from Hilo town. On sunny mornings, you can often see rainbows forming in the mist. Easy access and one of the most iconic waterfalls on the island.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Big Island Candies

    A beloved Hilo tradition, Big Island Candies is famous for its handcrafted shortbread cookies, chocolates, and island-inspired treats. Watch candies being made, sample local favorites, and browse a wide selection of premium Hawaiian gifts and souvenirs.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Lili'uokalani Gardens

    Enjoy a 20-minute stop at Liliʻuokalani Gardens, Hilo’s beautiful Japanese-style waterfront gardens. Stroll along peaceful pathways, admire ornamental bridges and ponds, and take photos with views of Hilo Bay.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hilo Cruise Tour: Volcanoes National Park, Waterfalls & Beaches?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).This tour 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 tour for a full refund.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • SnacksWater, chips and drinks included!
    • $15.00 national park ticket included! Rainbow Fall $5.00 Included
    • Transportation in a clean, comfortable 2025 Ford Transit (shared small group)

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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