Top Experiences in Liliuokalani Gardens

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes of Hawai’i’s active volcano. Ask any questions and have a new friend by the end of the day.

**This tour may be customized if communicated before hand. Duration time is considered as the importance when customizing.

Don't miss a thing as GuideAlong's Audio Driving Tour takes you on an incredible journey across Hawaii's Big Island. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the island's famous highlights including Volcanoes National Park, the Place of Refuge and Akaka Falls, as well as the best spots for seeing turtles and more lessor known spots across the island.

Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location.

And enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace so you can spend more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tours work offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
One-time purchase, no time limits or expiry, free updates
Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Hawaii's most sought after views. Cultural differences and history. Past and present knowledge of the "Big Island".

Your driver will be prompt at picking you up. Learn the history and culture of Hawaii Island with myths and legends of rainbow falls. Take a walk in the past and Engage with the Hawaiian culture through your guide who can answer all your Hawaiian questions in and out of the volcanoes national park.

We have lava 9/10/23!! This custom private tour starts at the Hilo Port or any Hilo location. If driving over from Kona/Waikoloa we can meet at Target. We have pricing based on the size of the group.

You will see the Best of the Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, Japanese Gardens, the most famous black sand beach Punaluʻu and possible turtles! For other optional stops see below.

With Private Tours you have the ability to spend more time seeing what you want. If there are things you want to see please get in touch with me. I am happy to modify tours based on your needs.

Optional Stops/Sights and frequently requested are listed below. We can usually fit 1 to 4 of the Optional stops depending on time:
* Volcano Winery (usually about an hour, $10 and $20 flights) OR Hilo Coffee Farm (free tastings)
* Orchid Farm or Big Island Candies

This is a 7.5 Hour Tour so it is possible to see all these locations with this tour and we guarantee to get you back on the Ship on time.

This is a private guided tour. We treat everyone with the utmost aloha and give you the best experience of Hawaii Island while keeping you safe.

Waterfall & Volcano Adventure Tour. This tour will take you to all the tourist attraction in or near Hilo. Let this local operator make your day full of joyful memories. Volcanoes eruptions will amaze you with it's size and active volcanic eruptions. The lava flow area includes 323,431 acres of land. Over half of the park is designated the Hawaii Volcanoes Wilderness area. The park encompasses diverse environments that range from sea level to the summit of the Earth's most massive active volcano.

This is the best way to experience a day trip to the Big Island. Go on a journey flying over the volcano on the A Star helicopter for 45 minutes to 50 minutes. After the helicopter tour we will take you closer to the highlights of Hilo (4 to 5 hour ground tour). Tour duration from Oahu approximately 5:00am - 7:00pm. Times may vary depending on the flight availability.

Once booked this tour is not refundable. On the day of the Helicopter tour, Helicopter portion of the package might be cancelled due to weather and safety resons. In case of Helicopter cancellation, we will refund $350 for the helicopter portion only. Other portions of the tour will continue as scheduled.

Treat yourself to an exclusive private tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo's tropical beauty.

Travel to the summit of Hawaii Island's youngest and most active volcano, Kilauea. If the timing is right you may witness the incredible show of an eruption! Experience the steaming Kilauea caldera, misty rainforest of Nahuku (Thurston lava tube), and the Chain of Craters Road. Enjoy short hikes along the way as you learn about past and present volcanic eruptions, different lava formations, and the history and Hawaiian culture of the area.

As a private tour, you will have the option of spending the duration of your tour in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with optional hiking or heading down to Hilo with stops at the majestic Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and a local chocolate factory.

Join us for a day of exploring Hilo, Hawaii. This tour will take you to the all the high lights of Hilo and also to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - the most active volcano in the world.

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves, waterfalls, and Lava trees in a lush volcanic rainforest. See the 2018 lava destruction and the newly formed Black Sand Beach just created. A truly amazing experience!

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

Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

A day trip to Hilo is not complete without a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to one of the world's most active volcanoes.  Witness the current volcanic eruption at the summit of Kilauea volcano, learn of past geologic events and the effects on this ever changing landscape. Feel the heat of steam vents, then traverse an ancient lava tube nestled in the cool mist of the Hawaiian rainforest.  Conclude your day indulging your senses around Hilo town including the majestic Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, and tasty locally made chocolates and coffee on this small group tour.

This tour is made for all guests for a short excursion, but see everything in Hilo. This tour will take you to all the highlights of Hilo and our experienced tour guides will show you the spots that only local tours would know.

This is the best way to see the most active volcano in the world. This tour will fly you over to the Big Island for 45 minutes to 50 minute tour of the volcano. Also, we will take you on a tour to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park which is the home to the volcanic steam vents. Considered one of the most active volcano in the world, helicopter is the best way to see the mother nature at work.

Once booked this tour is not refundable. On the day of the Helicopter tour, Helicopter portion of the package might be cancelled due to weather and safety resons. In case of Helicopter cancellation, we will refund $350 for the helicopter portion only. Other portions of the tour will continue as scheduled.

Private tour. Go when you want and come back when you want. Perfect for guests who want to have a day of their own.

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, Big Island Candies,
Volcanoes National Park - Steam Vents, Sulfur Banks Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Visitor Center & Exhibits Kilauea Iki Crater lookout.

Lunch: Stop will be made by a local vendor

A once-in-a-lifetime, comprehensive Volcano Adventure tour experience on Hawaii Island, known as the "Big Island." This tour focuses on the northeastern, Hilo side of the island. Discover active volcanoes and ancient craters at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and take in the sights of quaint Hilo Town. Your expert driver-guide will share legends and historical and cultural significance of famous sites and point out numerous scenic wonders along the way.

This tour offers hotel pickups in the Hilo area only (not Kona).

Hilo days might be warm, but when the sun goes down and there's a chill in the air, it's easy to imagine eerie happenings among the quiet beaches and rustling palms. Investigate sites of paranormal occurrences with a local guide, scoping out haunted hotels and historic sites as you hear tales of spooky sightings.

Begin your outing with a group prayer of protection and a statement of intention, and listen as your guide provides a brief history of Hilo. Hear about supernatural activity in the islands as you begin your tour in the Happiness Gardens, where ghostly sightings have occurred in the past, and then make your way to Queen Liliuokalani Gardens & Coconut Island, following the route of the legendary Night Marchers.

At each spine-tingling location along the way, pull out specialized paranormal activity detection equipment and see if you can detect any unusual spiritual presences. Personalized tarot card readings are available during the booking process directly on our website.

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive tour. Hop on an inter-island flight from Honolulu on Oahu to Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii for a once-in-a-lifetime, comprehensive Volcano Adventure Tour. Discover Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the sights of Hilo Town. Your expert driver-guide will share with you the legends and cultural significance of famous sites and point our numerous scenic wonders along the way.

Also available with an optional helicopter tour based on availability.

When you book a tour with Wild Hawaii your tour is completely customisable and unique to your group. The listed itinerary is just a sample.

Once you book our professional guide will reach out to you to discuss and plan your perfect day on the beautiful big island of Hawaii.

Here are some but not all of the points of interest we can accomodate!

Almost any coffee farm of your choosing!

Two step beach

Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park: a place of refuge for ancient Hawaiians who had broken a kapu (sacred law).

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site: Hawai’i’s largest Heiau(temple)

Any of the local farmers market’s on that day

South point lookout: The southern most point in the USA

Pohoiki Black Sand Beach: a site of the 2018 Kilaueā eruption

Botanical Gardens and Bioreserve

Akaka Falls

Kaumana Caves: Lava tube from 1881

Waipio Valley Lookout

Waimea town home of Parker Ranch

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Learn the history, culture and geology of the Hawaiian islands with your personal guide. Take a walk along the crater rim as you feel the heat of the volcano from steam vents. Explore an ancient lava tube in the midst of the lush Hawaiian rainforest. Enjoy the sights around Hilo including Liliuokalani Gardens and Rainbow Falls with a stop for local chocolates and coffee along the way.

Travelers in Hilo can visit and enjoy the incredibly wonderful Big Island with this one-day tour. This tour is a full-day guided Hawaii Volcano National Park and Hilo town tour. The vast and majestic land of Big Island, Hawaii, is home to the world's largest active volcano and is full of natural mysteries. This small group tour is a magnificent experience to explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the local attractions of Hilo, including sea turtle lagoon, Black sand beach, and tropical falls.

Volcanoes Adventure Tour From Hilo. Takes you on an adventure to the 2016 lava flow which is one of the most recent lava activity. you will adventure to the Richardson Blacksand Beach, Historic Bayan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls, Maunaloa Macademia Nut Factory, Akatsuka Orchid Nursery. 

We are a small tour company rated #1 out of 14 outdoor activities in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by Trip Advisor. Our vans seat up to 11 people, we only do private tours so you have the van to yourself. We take photos of you all day, you have those for free.

See MORE of the Volcano than you will with any other company. Book us for a deep dive into Hawaii's volcanoes. Our 11-passenger Mercedes Sprinter vans are nimble and we only do private tours.

Provided by Hawaii's #1 Private Tour Company see more of the National Park than with most other companies. This tour includes the Thurston Lava Tube, Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Japanese Gardens, Hilo town, a Black Sand Beach, steam vents, and more.

This tour guarantees to get you back on the Ship on time.

Please see the exclusions and inclusions. If we don't have availability for your date don't hesitate to get in touch with us, we are restricting bookings with some booking engines.

Customizable private small group tour that includes Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This tour of the southern end of the Big Island of Hawaii allows you to visit some of the most breathtaking locations the state has to offer, while allowing the clients to customize their tour day. You and up to 7 of your guests will enjoy a beautiful private drive in our custom tour van for one price. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the highlight of this tour, where you'll enjoy views of the Halema'uma'u Crater, Steam Vents, Lava Tube and much more. The bright orange glow of the lava isn't always visible, but when it is we'll do our best to get you in to see it. Other potential stops for this tour are, Rainbow Falls, Punalu'u (Black Sand) Beach, Mac Nut Farm, Big Island Candies, Liliuokalani Gardens, zoo and more. Do you have someplace specific in mind, just let us know and we'll do our best to fit it in.

Travelers staying in Oahu can visit and enjoy the incredibly wonderful Big Island with this one-day tour. This tour is a convenient and worry-free day tour that includes a round-trip interisland flight from Honolulu to Hilo, a round-trip pick-up service from the Waikiki hotels to the airport, and a full day guided volcanoes and Hilo tour. The vast and majestic land of Big Island, Hawaii, is home to the world's largest active volcano and is full of natural mysteries. This small group tour is a magnificent experience to explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the local attractions of Hilo, including sea turtle lagoon, Black sand beach, and tropical falls.

This is the best way to see the neighboring islands without packing your bags. Go to Big Island in the morning and come back in the evening. Best way to explore the most active volcanic island.

Experience the history and natural beauty of old Hawaii, unlike anywhere else in the islands, as you will soon discover Hilo Bay captures the feeling of going back in time. Hilo Bay is a large bay located on the eastern coast of the island of Hawaii. The modern town of Hilo overlooks Hilo Bay and located north of the bay runs the Hamakua Coast on the slopes of Mauna Kea and south of the bay is the Puna district on the slopes of Mauna Loa. As you paddle, you will be surrounded with the majestic snow-capped peaks of Mauna Kea crater in the distance. Your experienced guide will share with you the history of the last Hawaiian monarch at Queen Liliuokalani Japanese Gardens as you make your way to Coconut Island. Coconut Island or Moku Ola, is a small island in Hilo Bay, just offshore from Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens.