What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 6 hours.

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: HOTEL GUESTS: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI There is free parking at this hotel, on the street or across the street. Please wait in lobby for pick up. The lobby also has a cafe lounge if needing something to drink..

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6 hours

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Overview

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ships arrival & departure.

Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location is Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

Tour grade: Easy

Highlights of this tour include Black Sand Beach, Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Japanese Garden, Drive through Down Town Hilo, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm
Volcanoes National Park - Steam Vents, Sulfur Banks Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Visitor Center & Exhibits Kilauea Crater lookout.

The visitor center in National Park is currently closed for renovation and all gifts and exibits have been moved to KMC

Lunch: Stop will be made by a local vendor

Gallery

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What's Included

✓ Included

Professional guide
National Park fees
Port / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off

✗ Not Included

What to bring/wear: Walking shoes. Light sweater due to cooler climate at Volcano Park
Souvenirs
Gratuities
Stop is made to purchase food

Itinerary

Stop 1

This Black Sand Beach is a local favorite, and is a great way to see how the ocean and volcanoes make fine black sand.

Stop 2

JUNE 1st 2026, this drive by area will be removed and replaced with an extra time and stop inside the Volcanoes National Park. This is the largest Japanese garden outside of Japan donated by Queen Liliʻuokalani in 1917. Throughout the gardens are stone lanterns, gazebos, and torii gates, recalling the Japanese immigrants who came to Hawaii.

Stop 3

Breathtaking 80 ft waterfall, Rainbow Falls. These beautiful falls get their name from the rainbow that is often visible in the mist that rises as the water cascades to the rocks 80 feet below.

Stop 4

Drive through scenic orchards of Macadamia Nut Trees, sample tasting, browse, and select from an array of locally made island gifts. * This location is closed on Sundays if no cruise ship is in port. This stop will be replaced by Big Island Candies.

Stop 5

Local Deli for a lunch stop or a local vendor ( depending on the day, we use a different vendors for our lunch stop) Note: The order of stops on this tour may be adjusted to help provide the best experience for customers.

Stop 6

Pass through the historic town of Hilo and see the King Kamehameha Statue learning the story how he has conquered Hawaii.

Stop 7

We will then make our way to the summit of Kilauea volcano at the Volcanoes National Park, the most highly regarded and revered volcanic area on Earth. The Park highlights two of the world's most active volcanoes--Kilauea and Mauna Loa--and offers insights on the birth of the Hawaiian Islands and views of dramatic volcanic landscapes. At the park, you will stop at the Visitor Center, witness the spectacular collapsed caldera, steam vents, sulfur banks, and fascinating scenic lookouts. No trip to Hawaii is complete without a trip to Volcanoes National Park. THE VISITOR CENTER IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO RENOVATION. EXHIBITS AND GIFTS HAVE BEEN MOVED TO KMC Guests may present a valid Park Pass at the entrance on our 14-passenger tours. Our company is still required to pay the commercial vehicle entrance fee and insurance. No refunds or credits will be issued

Stop 8

We will walk through a lava tube and the guide will share information with you on how it was formed by lava. This lava tube is .4 of a mile loop trail with low lighting. Gradual stairs descending into the tube ascending stairs coming out. Not all passengers may be physically fit in which they may stay in the vehicle or outside natural scenery for this portion of the tour.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

HOTEL GUESTS: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI There is free parking at this hotel, on the street or across the street. Please wait in lobby for pick up. The lobby also has a cafe lounge if needing something to drink.

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End Point

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Good to Know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vehicle: 12-14 passenger van or mini bus max 25,29 pass mini bus
HOTEL : You can meet us at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel to join this tour.
CRUISE PASSENGERS : We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port
We will ensure your timely return back to the ship in Hilo Pier for this activity. If your ship does not come into port , your money will be refunded. If is delayed we will adjust our departure time to the ships itinerary. See our terms and conditions for full details
DEPARTURE TIMES: Because we are a shore excursion company we schedule our departure times around a ships arrival and departure.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Easy tour - Involves walking over relatively level terrain, possible gravel or uneven ground in some areas. Lava tube is .4 of mile long with descending and ascending steps. Comfortable walking shoes & light jacket recommended
WHEELCHAIR / WALKER or SCOOTER ? We must know prior to the tour date if you are bringing a mobility device in order to accommodate. (Please add note to comments box) The mobility unit must not exceed 45 lbs. For various reasons our guides cannot assist with mobility units. Guests must have someone with them to move the mobility device in and out of the vehicle. Our vehicles do not have a lift, so any mobility device must be collapsible to fit through the mini bus doors which is 32” wide.
Mobility Restrictions: Mobility devices cannot go into the lava tube, a trail to the crater is dirt path. Trail to black sand beach in ok but the beach is sand. Customers can stay in the vehicle at any time if they wish. Call us if you have further questions.

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Special Instructions

Stop order and timing may be adjusted for the best experience.

Update: Visitor center at Volcano Park is currently closed for renovation. Exhibits and gifts are currently at KMC. Guests may present a valid Park Pass at the entrance on our 14-passenger tours. Our company is still required to pay the commercial vehicle entrance fee and insurance. No refunds or credits will be issued

⏰CRUISE SHIP GUESTS: CHECK IN: 15-20 min before departure time
We do not require a printed-off voucher or ticket. Check-in with name

⚠️LOOK FOR SIGN #5
When departing the ship, you will enter a large terminal building. Please look for your guide, who will be holding a sign with the number 5 on it. If you have exited the terminal building, you’ve gone too far.

⏰ Please note: Tours must depart at the scheduled time, we are unable to wait for late passengers unless there is a verified delay caused by the ship.

HOTEL:
We ask all guests to please plan to be at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI 96720 10 minutes before the PICK UP time listed above.
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♿WHEELCHAIR / WALKER or SCOOTER ? Must know prior to tour date (add note in comments box) Max weight: 45 lbs. Must be collapsible to fit 32" doors (no vehicle lift) No staff assistance — you must bring a companion to load/unload. Access limitations: Cannot enter lava tube, Hard pack dirt trail to crater, Black sand beach trail is OK, but beach is sand, Guests may stay in the vehicle at any time
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⚠️TRAVELING TOGETHER WITH SOMEONE WHO BOOKED SEPARATELY? Must contact us 24 HR ahead of time: 1-800-901-0468 or email info@cbigisland.com