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Private Hilo Tour: Explore Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park & Unique Attractions
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17 Ratings
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Experience the thrill of exploring Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park and its unique attractions on a private Hilo tour. Book now to see more than any other company and enjoy the flexibility of a private tour!
Experience the thrill of exploring Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park and its unique attractions on a private Hilo tour. Book now to see more than any other company and enjoy the flexibility of a private tour!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Maximize your experience at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exploring the main attractions in HVNP typically takes about 3 hours. You will encounter calderas, pit craters, lava trees, lava rivers, fissures, splatter ramparts, steam vents, lava tubes, and more. If you prefer a shorter…
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Maximize your experience at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exploring the main attractions in HVNP typically takes about 3 hours. You will encounter calderas, pit craters, lava trees, lava rivers, fissures, splatter ramparts, steam vents, lava tubes, and more. If you prefer a shorter visit to the Park and wish to explore other attractions en route, feel free to do so.
- Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube - Discover the formation of the lava tube and observe fascinating remnants from previous lava flows.
- Chain of Craters Road - Witness past eruptions and unique lava formations within the National Park.
- Halemaumau Crater - Experience an active caldera up close and learn about the historical changes Halemaumau has undergone over centuries.
- Steam Vents - Enjoy a burst of steam from the earth’s natural geothermal vents.
- Rainbow Falls - Explore the southernmost waterfall on the Big Island and understand why the Big Island has relatively few waterfalls.
- Hilo - Visit a black sand beach in Hilo and discover how these beaches are formed.
- Big Island Candies - A delightful stop for complimentary coffee and cookies, though this stop is optional and entirely up to you.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Ponchos
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Photography of the day’s tour
- Snacks
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Ponchos
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Photography of the day’s tour
- Snacks
- Parking fees
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Reserve a tour to explore more of the National Park than any other company can offer! The price covers the entire vehicle, accommodating all 11 seats. Private tours provide incredible flexibility—experience what you want, when you want! A certified guide will ensure you have an unforgettable experience and see as much as possible.
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Reserve a tour to explore more of the National Park than any other company can offer! The price covers the entire vehicle, accommodating all 11 seats. Private tours provide incredible flexibility—experience what you want, when you want! A certified guide will ensure you have an unforgettable experience and see as much as possible.
Discover a Japanese garden and a renowned group of trees planted by famous individuals, marvel at an 80ft waterfall, explore a lava tube, and then head to the summit of Kilauea at Volcanoes National Park, the most visited volcanic site on Earth. The park showcases the two most active volcanoes globally, Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a must-visit in Hawaii! Enjoy lunch or coffee while admiring the famous Halemaumau crater!
If your preferred date is unavailable, please reach out to us. This tour is ideal for multi-generational families or groups of any age. According to state law, children under 5 must be in an appropriate car seat, which we do not provide.
- We must follow Hawaii State law, children 7 and under must be in a proper seat. We have booster seats, contact us for availability.
Location
Safeway
E Maka'Ala St
If driving over from the west side we meet at Hilo Target/Safeway.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(17 Ratings)
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J_c
Apr 26, 2025
Great tour - Amazing tour. The weather was very uncooperative which made it tough but somehow she still managed to give us a great tour and a great day. Very informative and entertaining!
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629kirts
Apr 8, 2025
Once in a Lifetime Volcano Day - We enjoyed the Ultimate Hilo Volcano Tour with Rob. He met us on the pier at 8 am. We beat the crowds by starting early. Very informative videos in the van on the way up to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. We parked at Volcano House and viewed the eruption that began the night before our arrival. After viewing the eruption, we saw a lava tube in the rain forest, craters, fissures and lava flows. While out on Chain of Craters Road, Rob noticed increased activity back at Kilauea. We returned for lunch at Volcano House to see a lava fountain 600-1000 feet high. It was a once in a lifetime experience! Rob showed us a wonderful and informative day. Before our return to the cruise ship, we saw Rainbow Falls and a black sand beach. Also, Rob took many pictures all day and provided a free upload for us.
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Rose_f
Jul 8, 2024
If you’re looking for a phenomenal experience, look no further! - We travelled as a family of ten on the Pride of America cruise. We booked this private tour wanting a more personal experience. The entire day from start to finish was fabulous. Skylar was great, very knowledgeable, professional and friendly. He made sure that the entire family had enough time to enjoy the sites, and timed everything perfectly to ensure we made it back to port on time. Highly, highly, recommend.
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Karin_m
Jul 3, 2024
The Perfect VIP Volcano experience! - Today's tour was truly amazing. I doubt there is a more knowledgeable guide for the volcanic National Park than Jodi. She was engaging, entertaining, and very personable, going above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic experience. I highly recommend her to everyone and will definitely be passing on her name to my friends and travel agent. I am eagerly looking forward to seeing her again in the future. (Group of 8 - parents and 6 young adults 20’s/early 30’s)
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Nancejane
Jun 2, 2024
FANTASTIC private tour of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park! - Our trip to Hawaii was a gift to celebrate many different events all at once (wedding anniversary, graduation from college, 30th and 60th birthdays), so we wanted to make every day special. Touring with Big Island VIP definitely made our day in Hilo and Volcanoes National Park extremely special.
The four of us were cruising on the NCL Pride of America and had one day in Hilo, and we wanted to make the most of our time at the Park. We were originally going to rent a car and try to see the park on our own, but decided that we would be able to learn more with a guide. Rob picked us up at the pier early, and we were able to beat the crowds to the main tour spots, as well as go to locations in the park that not many people get to see. There is so much to see and do in the park, and we definitely appreciated Rob taking us to so many wonderful places. My husband was especially fascinated and had a wonderful dialogue with Rob about everything we saw throughout the entire day. The tour is enhanced by videos in the van explaining what we were about to see - the history of the volcanoes, the different types of lava, and the various eruptions that have occurred over the years. Rob is an encyclopedia of information, and it is evident how much he loves the island and sharing it with people. A bonus was that pictures were taken throughout the day, and shared with us after the tour. We all had a wonderful day (and had an equally wonderful day in Kona, for we booked a tour with Rob the next day as well)!
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Marla
Sep 3, 2023
Blown away! - Jodi was amazing! The tour was informative and fun. She made our group feel like part of her family. We were thrilled that she took so many pictures and gave us the digital copies. We had a group of 8 that one of our members put together based on Jodi’s suggestion of how to get others on the tour. Totally worth the cost we paid. I highly recommend Jodi and her company.
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Navigate49063199239
Jul 24, 2023
Memorable Volcanoes Tour - Very happy that we booked this tour! Skylar picked our group of 10 up on time and was well-prepared with rain gear, flashlights, water, and snacks. He took photos throughout the day for our group so we could just ralax and take in the sights. We had a tour around Hilo and saw some of the well-known landmarks, parks, and waterfalls before driving up to Volcanoes National Park. Everything was well-organized and very informative. Getting a first hand account of the history and culture of the area, information about native plants and animals, and of course about volcanoes made our trip so memorable. Thank you Skylar and Big Island VIP! Definitely recommend!!
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Noemis
Jul 14, 2023
Top of The Line Service - Robin really made the difference when it came to exploring and experiencing what the Big Island has to offer. Robin was so knowledgeable and funny. His schedules were excellent and kept us on track. The more you move the more you see. He will cater this experience to meet your needs. The van was so clean and comfortable, we traveled in style! This is a must do!
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William_e
Jun 12, 2023
A wonderful experience! - Rob and Jodi and their tour company and our driver and tour guide, Skylar, were outstanding! Our party of eight give them six stars in a five-star rating. We were more than pleased and delighted time and again. We give them the highest recommendation possible!
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Jennie242
May 21, 2023
An amazing tour with Dash! - Dash was our tour guide from Big Island VIP! He was amazing and so knowledgeable. He was also very high energy, took great pictures for us, and we loved hearing stories and experiences. The van was comfortable for our family of 6 and he also provided us with water and snacks. Overall, a an amazing experience. We would recommend a tour with Big Island VIP!
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