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Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch + Fresh Locally Grown Fruit

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Rainbow Falls in Hilo, Hawaii
Inside Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube)
Kilauea Caldera
Liliuokalani Gardens
Punaluʻu Beach

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Overview

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour including hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, historical insights, and the significance of the places we visit. We'll take you on an unforgettable journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. You'll travel from the visitor center to Kilauea crater for panoramic views of the smoking caldera and steaming volcanic vents, and walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). For lunch, enjoy an island-inspired meal on us at a local restaurant. Later, we'll visit Punaluʻu black sand beach (The Most Famous Black Sand Beach on the Big Island )
and discover the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls in Hilo.

Please note: This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.

What's Included

  • Lunch Island -Inspired meal at a Locally owned restaurant located in Volcano Village. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes available.
  • Fresh fruit samples
  • Cultural artifacts
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • We do not offer pick-up from the Hilo airport at this time
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of Hilo at this time.
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CONFIRMATION: We will send you an email confirming your pick-up time and location the day before your tour. If you receive a message from Viator showing a different pick-up address from what you entered, please disregard it.CRUISE SHIP VISITORS: Upon your arrival at the Port of Hilo, our tour guide will greet you inside of the cruise ship terminal with a sign that says "Shaka Braddah Tours."OTHER PICK-UP LOCATIONS: We will arrive at your specified location in a white, 15-passenger Ford Transit van with our company name decal on the side door.Please be advised we cannot pick up guests from the Hilo airport at this time, but we do provide drop off.

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Kamehameha Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720, USA

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What To Expect

Rainbow Falls

Rainbow Falls is named after the colorful rainbows that appear in the mists of its waters. Signs in the viewing area relate some interesting historical facts about the waterfall, as well as the legend of the “Battle of the Wailuku River”.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hilo (Pass By)

Drive through Downtown Hilo, a charming mix of historic architecture, local shops, and lush greenery set against the backdrop of Hilo Bay.
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Lili'uokalani Gardens (Pass By)

Drive through the largest Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a peaceful park of towering Banyan trees, ponds, bridges, and pagodas.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park starting at the visitor center and exhibit hall, followed by views of Kilauea caldera and Kilauea Iki, the steam vents, and sulfur banks. Walk inside the ancient Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube) followed by lunch at Kilauea Lodge.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

Discover a beautiful black sand beach created by volcanic activity. Fed by an underground fresh water spring, Punaluʻu is frequently visited by green sea turtles.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch + Fresh Locally Grown Fruit?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Average 4.93 out of 5 stars based on 61 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch + Fresh Locally Grown Fruit?
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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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch. Island -Inspired meal at a Locally owned restaurant located in Volcano Village. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes available.
  • Fresh fruit samples.
  • Cultural artifacts.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
  • We do not offer pick-up from the Hilo airport at this time.
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of Hilo at this time.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch + Fresh Locally Grown Fruit is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch + Fresh Locally Grown Fruit will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • LunchIsland -Inspired meal at a Locally owned restaurant located in Volcano Village. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes available.
  • Fresh fruit samples
  • Cultural artifacts
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Guide
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • We do not offer pick-up from the Hilo airport at this time
  • We do not offer pick-up/drop-off outside of Hilo at this time.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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  • 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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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