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Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

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Hilo, USA
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

We are a small tour company rated #1 out of 14 outdoor activities in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by Cool Shore Excursions. Our vans seat up to 10 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 goal is always to show you a few different eruption sites. This tour is customizable to you and your family. There are several options and different lunch choices.

Provided by Hawaii's #1 Private Tour Company, this tour allows you to see more of the National Park if you would like. See the Thurston Lava Tube, a Black Sand Beach, steam vents, and more.

This tour guarantees you will be back on the ship on time.

This tour is perfect for multi-generational families/groups. According to state law, children under 8 must be properly secured in a car seat. We can provide boosters for 5 and over.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Water & Snacks
  • Park Fees for Volcanoes National Park
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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- We pick up in the Hilo Port for cruise ship passengers. - For hotel pick up we pick up in Hilo ONLY. If meeting us in Hilo and driving over from Kona/Waikoloa we meet at the Hilo Target/Safeway. - If staying in Puna/HPP/Pahoa/Hawaiian Beaches/Kapoho or anywhere in that general area, we meet at the Keaau Foodland, 16-586 Old Volcano Rd #102, Keaau, HI 96749. - We no longer PICKUP at the HIlo Airport (ITO) but we CAN DROP OFF. You must take a cab/Uber to Hilo Target/Safeway, we will pick you up there. We can drop off at the airport, we just cannot pick up at the airport and the paperwork is not worth the hassle. The earlier your flight the better. Please be aware this tour is 6 hours, and there is nothing to do in the Hilo airport after we drop you off.

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

The #1 Tourist Destination on Hawaii Island. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the Crater, Walk through a Lava Tube, and Experience the Rainforest, Steam Vents, and Multiple Climate zones.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

A short walk thru the rainforest takes you inside a 500 year old Eruption. A must see experience in HVNP.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chain of Craters Road

See past eruptions, various pit craters, lava formations, lava tree molds, a'a, pahoehoe, and more.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Steam Vents

Get a blast of rainwater steam in Volcanoes National Park!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Lili'uokalani Gardens (pass by)

Named after the Last Queen of Hawaii. This is the Crown Jewel of Hilo Bay. A Japanese themed Garden on the bay.
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Big Island Candies

An optional stop on the way back to the ship. They give free samples and free coffee.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We must follow Hawaii State law, children under 8 must be in a proper seat. We can provide seats for 5-years-old and over upon request 24 hours in advance.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL?

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). 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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Activity code: C-8944P1

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private transportation
  • Water & Snacks
  • Park Fees for Volcanoes National Park
  • Umbrellas
  • Entrance fee
  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter van 10 Passenger Dual Air Conditioning
  • No riding in a van/bus with people you don't know.
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We must follow Hawaii State law, children under 8 must be in a proper seat. We can provide seats for 5-years-old and over upon request 24 hours in advance.

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