GRAND CIRCLE TOUR OF THE BIG ISLAND There is So Much to See and Experience Here!

VIEW THE BEAUTY OF THE ISLAND OF HAWAI’I

Don’t miss a thing on the Big Island with this Grand Circle Island tour. Hawaiʻi’s largest landmass has countless sites to explore. Get a jump on the day with a morning pick-up at your hotel, in Kona and Waikōloa. Take in the island views as you cruise the island’s best cultural, historic, and scenic.

The guided day-long tour will ensure you visit all the must-see spots on the Big Island. In a single day, you will have breathtaking views of cascading waterfalls, feel the crunch of lava fields under your shoes, glimpse the turtles lounging on the black sands of a picture-perfect tropical beach. You'll also get to indulge in the flavors of world-famous Kona coffee, sweetbread, and buttery macadamia nuts.

• Age:

  2 yrs+

• Duration:

  13-hour

• Location:

  Big Island, Hawai’i

• What's Included

  • Pickup from Kona and Waikōloa

  • Self-purchased lunch and dinner stops

  • Entrances to Volcanoes National Park and ‘Akaka Falls State Park

  • Guided hikes and expert narration

  • Safety supplies for sanitation, motion sickness, and first-aid

  • Comfortable, small-group travel

Big Island Circle Tour Features

Full-Day, Full-Circle Sightseeing Tour

Round out your Big Island vacation experience with a visit to a native Hawai’ian garden, beautiful waterfalls, and an active volcano. With easy pick up and drop off, your tour of this large island is stress-free. Sit back and enjoy this epic full-day Big Island experience. This is the most comprehensive single-day sightseeing tour available.

Visit Volcanoes National Park

Experience the awe-inspiring wonders of Volcano National Park. Marvel at the active volcanoes as it showcases the raw forces of creation and destruction. Feel the heat of steam vents emerging from the earth's fissures and embark on a brief hike through the incredible Thurston Lava Tube. Discover the fascinating story of the 2018 eruption that captivated the nation, as lava engulfed vast stretches of land.

Dramatic Waterfalls

Explore the awe-inspiring beauty of Hawai’i's premier waterfalls and valleys: ‘Akaka and Rainbow Falls. Witness the awe-inspiring wonder of ‘Akaka, with its jaw-dropping 442-foot plunge into a tranquil pool below. Be mesmerized by the enchanting Rainbow Falls, where an 80-foot cascade tumbles over a lava cave believed to be the dwelling place of the legendary Hawai’ian goddess Hina, the goddess of the moon. Experience the breathtaking power and mystique of these natural wonders firsthand.

Punalu’u Black Sand Beach

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, a truly unforgettable sight. Marvel at the striking jet-black shores, framed by graceful coconut palms. Keep an eye out for a rare encounter with large honu, the Hawai’ian Green Sea Turtles, basking on the beach. Remember, as tempting as it may be, these protected creatures should not be touched or disturbed. And please respect the natural environment by leaving the black sand undisturbed.

Lots Of Stops Throughout The Day

This tour includes all the important sites that should be seen at least once including Historic Hilo, Rainbow Falls, Hāmākua Coast, and other stops. We cover it all on this tour and we can even handle some special requests. Ask your guide about what is possible on your tour route