Hilo Adventure: Hidden Surf Spots & Lava Fields

Explore hidden gems of Hawaii Volcano National Park. Enjoy unique stops, local treats, and captivating stories. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • LiliÊ»uokalani Gardens - The operator drives to the Ice Pond and gets out to show turtles and fish. At LiliÊ»uokalani Garden, the operator looks for nene geese and identifies plants. The operator will show the sign with the local fish and tell about them. The operator does not work for NCL!
  • Rainbow Falls - At Rainbow Falls, the county charges…
What's Included
  • Hawaii Volcano National Park fees
  • English Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

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…

Location
Hilo Harbor
I will meet you in the center of the building on the left side after you come off the ship at 8:30 am at Hilo Harbor.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Angie_b
Oct 11, 2026
Great introduction to the Big Island - This was an educational and fun tour. Don is not your traditional tour guide, having come from the mainland 20 years prior. However, he was able to share extensive knowledge of the island. We visited Rainbow Falls, a local takeout counter for lunch, a lake, a park, a black sand beach, Dwayne "The Rock' Johnson's former school and home, surfers at their local watering hole and so much. I returned to the island 4 months later and ran into Don again at the port of Hilo. The tour is a nice intro so that when you visit again, you already know where to go. We rented a car to head back out to Volcanoes National Park in advance of Episode 31. Pele did not disappoint! If you are flexible and don't mind schedule fluctuations, this is a good tour.
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Josh_v
Sep 24, 2026
If I could give it 10... - If I could give it 10 stars I would in an instant. Fantastic tour even with crummy weather. Got to see everything and then some and learned a ton.
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Brad_h
Sep 23, 2026
Awesome Tour - Wonderful excursion! Don was so knowledgeable and stopped at sites that most other tours don’t. Great day!
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Todw862
Sep 18, 2026
Excellent tour and commentary. - Don was bountiful on his knowledge of the tour sites, local fauna and flora and kept us thoroughly versed throughout the drive. Lots of locations away from the crowds and detailed encounters at each location. Highly recommended.
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Michaeldg1078gx
Sep 18, 2026
Volcano national park - Was on Norwegian spirit and they changed port of call dates but our tour guide Don was helpful in rescheduling our tour to accommodate us. He was very informative about Hawaiian history and facts about area. Made stops not normally done by cruise line and spent extra time in wonderful places. Highly recommended if on big island.
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Tonynv425pt
Jul 18, 2026
Great Excursion. Highly recommended. - This tour is highly recommended. It is a full day of seeing the sights. Don the tour guide is extremely knowledgeable and knows all the interesting places to go. As far as Hawaii goes, this excursion is very reasonably priced. You will not be disappointed.
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Balu_n
Jul 18, 2026
Great guide with a commitment - We had an amazing experience on this tour! Even though there were fewer bookings than expected, our guide Dun chose not to cancel the trip and made sure we still had a fantastic experience. We really appreciated that level of commitment and professionalism. Dun was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and never made us feel rushed. We visited every destination on the itinerary, and he took the time to explain the history, local culture, and interesting facts at each stop while answering all of our questions. His friendly attitude, flexibility, and dedication made the entire day enjoyable and stress-free. It’s rare to find someone who genuinely cares about giving guests the best possible experience regardless of the group size. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable and well-organized experience. Thank you for going above and beyond—we would definitely book with you again!
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Sue_m
Jul 15, 2026
Great day! - Tour was great and Don did everything he could to make sure everyone was enjoying themselves. We saw things we wouldn’t typically get to on in a larger tour group.
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369richt
Jun 24, 2026
Meaningful day! - The Hawaii Volcanoes NP and Hilo tour was really fun. Our host, Don, was knowledgeable about the NP park, trees & plants, Hilo, and HI culture AND very friendly and flexible throughout the day. I usually don't but even enjoyed stops at Big Island Candies and Mauna Loa Nuts stops - great appreciation of how these businesses are run. This was an awsome snapshot of Hawaii island.
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Free_t
Oct 24, 2026
Great local feel - Pros: The group size of 16 was ideal—much better than a massive 40+ person coach bus. It felt personal, boarding was quick, and we didn't waste time waiting around.Clean AC, small 16 person tour bus. Our guide was Don was knowledgeable & humorous / attentive and informative. Don can and will deviate from advertised stop if group want to see something else. Cons: Nothing bad . Don could have announced we'll stop here for x amount of time etc. Final Verdict: Highly recommend if you want to avoid the big crowds. Don offers great value for a semi-private feel.
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From $178
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).