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Kona Tour: Bee Farm, Kona Coffee, and National Historical Parks

Discover the history, beauty and culture of the Big Island on this half day tour of the Kona coast. See sacred Hawaiian temples and ancient …More

4.8 (83)

Kona Tour: Bee Farm, Kona Coffee, and National Historical Parks

Discover the history, beauty and culture of the Big Island on this half day tour of the Kona coast. See sacred Hawaiian temples and ancient...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (83)

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$198

Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company …More

5.0 (232)

Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (232)

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$200

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Take our one day tours from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii and experience the world’s most active volcano. Round trip Inter Island airfare …More

4.8 (271)

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Take our one day tours from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii and experience the world’s most active volcano. Round trip Inter Island airfare...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (271)

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$590

All Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Ready for a trip through paradise? This bundle includes tours of Hawaii’s most beautiful islands: O’ahu, Kauai, and Maui. Experience Honolulu’s rich culture, explore jungles …More

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All Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Ready for a trip through paradise? This bundle includes tours of Hawaii’s most beautiful islands: O’ahu, Kauai, and Maui. Experience Honolulu’s rich culture, explore jungles...

15 to 20 hours Free Cancellation

3.8 (8)

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$34

Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and …More

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Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (333)

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$200

Private Island Volcano Tour in Hawaii with Pickup Included

Relaxing & Stress-free Sightseeing guided by local residents – the whole island of Hawai’i and it’s splendor is awaiting you. Relax and let us worry …More

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Private Island Volcano Tour in Hawaii with Pickup Included

Relaxing & Stress-free Sightseeing guided by local residents – the whole island of Hawai’i and it’s splendor is awaiting you. Relax and let us worry...

6 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (61)

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$850

Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Black Sand and Hilo

As a Native Hawaiian born and raised in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island, I’m not just showing you the sights—I’m sharing the home I’ve known my …More

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Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Black Sand and Hilo

As a Native Hawaiian born and raised in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island, I’m not just showing you the sights—I’m sharing the home I’ve known my...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (31)

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$177

For an out-of-this-world experience, check out Maunakea Stellar Explorer from KapohoKine Adventures. This thrilling adventure is the only Big Island star tour to feature nighttime …More

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Maunakea Stellar Explorer HILO

For an out-of-this-world experience, check out Maunakea Stellar Explorer from KapohoKine Adventures. This thrilling adventure is the only Big Island star tour to feature nighttime...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (99)

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$198

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer From Kona Or Kohala Resorts

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer The most complete island tour! The best way to see as much of the Big Island’s unique locations in one day. …More

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Ultimate Circle Island Explorer From Kona Or Kohala Resorts

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer The most complete island tour! The best way to see as much of the Big Island’s unique locations in one day....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (66)

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$219

Volcanoes, Beaches and Waterfall Highlights Private Guided Tour

Our tours are built around you. As one of the few Hawaiian-owned and operated tour companies on the Big Island, we offer a personal connection …More

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Volcanoes, Beaches and Waterfall Highlights Private Guided Tour

Our tours are built around you. As one of the few Hawaiian-owned and operated tour companies on the Big Island, we offer a personal connection...

10 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (65)

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$2,280

Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour - Hilo Shore Excursion

Waterfall & Volcano Adventure Tour. This tour will take you to all the tourist attraction in or near Hilo. Let this local operator make your …More

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Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour - Hilo Shore Excursion

Waterfall & Volcano Adventure Tour. This tour will take you to all the tourist attraction in or near Hilo. Let this local operator make your...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.5 (100)

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$196

Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

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 …More

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Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

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...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (38)

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$1,559

From Big island Kona Volcanoes and Waterfalls Shared Tour

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more You'll make stops at …More

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From Big island Kona Volcanoes and Waterfalls Shared Tour

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more You'll make stops at...

8 to 9 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (16)

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$295

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls

Join BIG HAWAI'I TOURS captivating exploration of the Big Island's lush and volcanic windward side! -Luxury van not a 25–60 passenger coach -Pickup at the …More

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls

Join BIG HAWAI'I TOURS captivating exploration of the Big Island's lush and volcanic windward side! -Luxury van not a 25–60 passenger coach -Pickup at the...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (27)

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$159

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Here is your chance to visit Hawaii’s only active volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this excursion, you’ll visit the town …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Here is your chance to visit Hawaii’s only active volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this excursion, you’ll visit the town...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (13)

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$139

Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive island-hopping tour. Indulge on your vacation and leave the planning to us! Interisland roundtrip …More

4.4 (55)

Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive island-hopping tour. Indulge on your vacation and leave the planning to us! Interisland roundtrip...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (55)

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$1,054

From Big island Hilo Private Volcanoes and Waterfalls Tour

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more. You'll make stops at …More

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From Big island Hilo Private Volcanoes and Waterfalls Tour

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more. You'll make stops at...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (19)

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$950

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience From the Big Island

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (35)

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$139

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing From Maui

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona …More

4.6 (35)

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing From Maui

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (35)

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$590

Discover the best of Hawaii's Big Island on a fully private, customizable tour designed just for your group. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Green Sand …More

5.0 (13)

Private Big Island Volcano Tour

Discover the best of Hawaii's Big Island on a fully private, customizable tour designed just for your group. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Green Sand...

6 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (13)

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$760

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Which Big Island of Hawaii Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Big Island of Hawaii Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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