Top Big Island of Hawaii Shore Excursions

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Hilo Shore Excursion Volcanoes National Park and Black Sand Beach

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 …More

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Hilo Shore Excursion Volcanoes National Park and Black Sand Beach

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...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (3,071)

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$169

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Cruise coastline, admire marine life, such as fish, dolphins, whales (seasonal), or other ocean creatures we might see on the tour. Explore sea caves and …More

4.9 (2,493)

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Cruise coastline, admire marine life, such as fish, dolphins, whales (seasonal), or other ocean creatures we might see on the tour. Explore sea caves and...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,493)

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$77

Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

Native Hawaiian guided tours, get the best and the most of what people truly want to experience in the Big Island! Being that we are …More

5.0 (642)

Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

Native Hawaiian guided tours, get the best and the most of what people truly want to experience in the Big Island! Being that we are...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (642)

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$187

Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

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. …More

4.9 (455)

Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

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....

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (455)

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$189

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves and Lava trees in a …More

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves and Lava trees in a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (435)

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$144

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour

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 …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour

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...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$189

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Take a journey to the youngest Hawaiian Island and witness firsthand the amazing power of Hawaii’s fiery goddess of fire, Madame Pele. Learn the ancient …More

4.8 (251)

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Take a journey to the youngest Hawaiian Island and witness firsthand the amazing power of Hawaii’s fiery goddess of fire, Madame Pele. Learn the ancient...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$139

Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

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 …More

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Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

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...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$230

Big Island Buggy Rental on the Big Island, Hawaii

PRICE IS PER BUGGY, NOT PER TRAVELER Explore the Big Island like never before in a classic, street-legal Meyers Manx-style dune buggy. Your eight-hour self-guided …More

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Big Island Buggy Rental on the Big Island, Hawaii

PRICE IS PER BUGGY, NOT PER TRAVELER Explore the Big Island like never before in a classic, street-legal Meyers Manx-style dune buggy. Your eight-hour self-guided...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (157)

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$399

Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places …More

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Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (151)

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$180

Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch

Explore the captivating beauty of the Big Island on this immersive day tour that dives into its natural wonders and rich culture. Guided by locals …More

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Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch

Explore the captivating beauty of the Big Island on this immersive day tour that dives into its natural wonders and rich culture. Guided by locals...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$199

Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, …More

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit,...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$189

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

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$198

Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes

Dear Future Attendee! Just wanna cut to the chase! We offer the Ultimate Volcano and Hilo Highlights Day Tour period! Because we get you to …More

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Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes

Dear Future Attendee! Just wanna cut to the chase! We offer the Ultimate Volcano and Hilo Highlights Day Tour period! Because we get you to...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (68)

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$187

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

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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

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$2,280

Luxury Private Boat Charter in Big Island Hawaii

Please forget about the crammed up tourist boats, and come with us! 6 Guest MAX, Luxurious Snorkel Boat! The most Affordable & Luxurious Snorkel Charter …More

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Luxury Private Boat Charter in Big Island Hawaii

Please forget about the crammed up tourist boats, and come with us! 6 Guest MAX, Luxurious Snorkel Boat! The most Affordable & Luxurious Snorkel Charter...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,200

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

4.9 (61)

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

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian from Hawaiʻi Island, these aren’t just tour stops — they’re part of my home. From walking the grounds of Kīlauea to …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian from Hawaiʻi Island, these aren’t just tour stops — they’re part of my home. From walking the grounds of Kīlauea to...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (50)

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$140

Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach

Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full …More

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Akaka Falls, Volcano, & Black Sand Beach

Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (44)

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$188

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Big Island of Hawaii Shore Excursions?

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Which Big Island of Hawaii Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Big Island of Hawaii Shore Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Big Island of Hawaii Shore Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Big Island of Hawaii Shore 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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