• Liliʻuokalani Gardens - The operator drives to the Ice Pond and stops to showcase turtles and fish. At Liliʻuokalani Garden, the operator searches for nene geese and identifies various plants. A sign displaying local fish is shown, and information about them is shared. The operator is not affiliated with NCL.
• Pepeekeo Scenic Drive - The journey includes driving over historic bridges through lush jungles, with views of numerous waterfalls. Stops are made for photo opportunities and feeding prawns while standing on an old wooden bridge. A river flowing through a lava tube is observed, and the operator shares insights on plants, history, and real estate. The tour is fast-paced and enjoyable, ensuring a unique experience not available to other cruise ship passengers.
• Rainbow Falls - At Rainbow Waterfalls, there is a $5 county charge. The operator takes photos and demonstrates an optical illusion for 20 minutes. If available, a 15-minute stop is made for iced coconuts, followed by a 30-minute stop for whipped ice cream. A 10-minute stop is also made to look for and feed wild pigs.
• Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center - Food is picked up to go at the Macadamia Nut Farm, and samples of macadamia nuts are offered. The operator explains the macadamia nut processing and provides shopping opportunities.
• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Hawaiian music is played during the 35-minute drive to Volcano Village. Approximately 45 minutes are spent there. The first stop in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the Crater overlook, where Hawaiian mythology is discussed. The next stop is the Steam Vents, where the operator demonstrates how to increase the steam. A visit to the Volcano House for shopping follows. Then, a Lava Field with a fissure is explored, where Peacock Lava is sought, and photos are taken of guests standing inside a fissure. The final stop in the park is a Lava Tube, where photos are taken, and information about native birds and plants is shared. A total of 2 hours is spent in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, followed by a 35-minute drive to the Macadamia Nut Farm.
• Big Island Candies - The tour proceeds to Big Island Candies for sampling chocolate, candies, and Kona coffee. Visitors can watch chocolate being made behind glass and enjoy drinks and food.
• Richardson Beach Park - A visit to a Black Sand Beach is made for photography, and to search for turtles, fish, and nene geese, before returning to the Cruise Ship.

• Hawaii Volcano National Park fees
• English Speaking Guide

• Entrance fees

The operator works every Tuesday when the Pride Of America or any ship is docked in Hilo.

The journey begins by driving north of Hilo to explore the surf spots, where the operator will drive slowly down a narrow road, narrating stories about the surfers catching waves.

The route includes crossing old bridges through a lush jungle, offering views of numerous waterfalls. The operator will share insights about the local plants, history, and real estate.

There is a stop for iced coconuts if the vendor is available, followed by a stop for whipped ice cream.

In one area, there is an opportunity to feed wild pigs if they are present. The tour includes shopping at the Volcano Village for Hawaiian-made items at the gift shop, and visitors can purchase food to go from the store.

At the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the group will walk through a lava field to search for peacock lava, and the operator will take photos of participants inside a fissure. Photos will be taken at all stops, and the operator will share Hawaiian mythology stories.

The operator will provide fruit samples from their farm or stop at a fruit stand for participants to purchase fruit.

• The total duration of the tour includes the travel time
• It is a requirement for travelers to sign a release agreement.

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