moderate
12–16 hours
Participants should be in moderate physical condition prepared for some walking and standing.
Fly from Oahu to Hawai’i Island and immerse yourself in a day-long journey through Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park with Polynesian Adventure Activities. Witness active craters, ancient lava tubes, and spectacular waterfalls—all with roundtrip airfare and expert narration included.
Experience the thrill of island hopping on this all-inclusive tour from Oahu to Hilo! Discover the wonders of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, including the majestic Kilauea Crater and stunning waterfalls. Enjoy seamless travel with roundtrip airfare, expert narration, and a delicious lunch, making this adventure truly unforgettable.
Active Volcanoes & More
Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive, island-hopping tour. Indulge on your vacation and leave the planning to us! Interisland roundtrip airfare from Oahu to Hilo on Hawai’i Island (locally known as the Big Island), roundtrip transportation from the Hilo Airport (ITO) and a sightseeing land tour with lunch is included.
Discover the source of the creation of the Hawaiian Islands at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park! Explore cascading waterfalls, craters and more on this comprehensive volcano adventure tour. Gaze at massive active volcano, Mauna Loa that erupted in 2023 and peer into the depths of Kilauea’s Halema’uma’u Crater which has remarkably doubled in size after the 2018 eruption.
Watch steam clouds form as ground water seeps onto hot volcanic rock at the famous Steam Vents and stroll through ancient lava tube Nahuku (formerly known as Thurston Lava Tube). Gaze at sweeping coastal views at Kealakomo Overlook where older lava flows melted into the ocean and take a leisurely drive down scenic Chain of Craters Road. Enjoy an included “to go” lunch in the park.
Take a leisurely hike around the perimeter of Akaka Falls. In the formerly tsunami-stricken city of Hilo, drive by famous Banyan Drive and Liliuokalani Gardens and enjoy beautiful Rainbow Falls where rainbows magically form in the mist.
Tour Highlights:
Departure 5:00 AM – arrive on your own at Honolulu International Airport (HNL). The airlines change their flight schedules frequently and at the last minute so please ensure that you check flight status on your own. At the Honolulu Airport, check-in on your own at the Hawaiian Airlines self-service kiosk or at the ticket counter for both flight segments to and from Hilo. Please follow the instructions on your confirmation for where to meet your tour driver at Hilo Airport.
Return 9:00 PM – approximate return to Oahu from Hilo.
Flight times are approximate and subject to change
Price Includes
To meet aviation security requirements, guest’s name, birth date and gender is required when booking reservations along with weight and height for the helicopter tour. Names must exactly match the name and birth date on government-issued photo ID and/or passport for airline check-in. Passengers must clear TSA at the Honolulu Airport, so please bring a passport or valid government-issued photo ID.
A full refund is provided if the tour is canceled more than 168 hours prior to tour departure time. If canceled within 168 hours of tour departure time or if guest no-shows no refund is provided. Refund requests are to be received within 30 days of the date of the tour. Fees assessed by the airline for name or date changes and any overage fees will be the responsibility of the guest. Refunds or partial refunds for tours, activities, flights, or venues that are cancelled due to reasons outside of our control (weather, force majeure, etc.) as well as refunds for extenuating circumstances will not be honored.
Trails around the lava tubes and waterfall hikes can be uneven and slippery; hike comfortably and safely with good footwear.
Temperatures can be cool and changeable near volcanic summits and in rainforest areas, so layering is key.
TSA clearance for interisland flights requires valid photo ID; ensure your booking name matches your ID exactly.
While lunch is provided, carrying water and some snacks helps maintain energy throughout the long day of touring.
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park was established in 1916 and protects some of the world’s most active volcanoes and important cultural sites tied to Hawaiian creation myths.
Visitors are encouraged to stay on designated paths to protect the fragile volcanic landscape and native ecosystems, supporting ongoing preservation efforts.
Necessary for navigating rocky lava fields and slippery waterfall trails safely.
Protects against the frequent showers common in volcanic and rainforest environments.
spring|fall|winter specific
Shield yourself from strong Hawaiian sun during exposed sections of the tour.
summer|null specific
Capture stunning views of craters, waterfalls, and landscapes throughout the day.