Liliuokalani Gardens Tours & Attractions

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ships arrival & departure.

Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location is Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

Tour grade: Easy

Highlights of this tour include Black Sand Beach, Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Japanese Garden, Drive through Down Town Hilo, Big Island Candies,
Volcanoes National Park - Steam Vents, Sulfur Banks Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Visitor Center & Exhibits Kilauea Iki Crater lookout.

Lunch: Stop will be made by a local vendor

Duration: 6 hours.

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We'll take you on a captivating 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, walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube), and enjoy lunch at the historic Kilauea Lodge. Afterward, visit Punaluʻu black sand beach and discover the local artisanal treats of Big Island Candies before seeing the picture-perfect scenery of Rainbow Falls.

Please note: This tour is not wheelchair accessible and includes moderate walking, including climbing roughly 15 stairs during the lava tube tour.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves, waterfalls, and Lava trees in a lush volcanic rainforest. See the 2018 lava destruction and the newly formed Black Sand Beach just created. A truly amazing experience!

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ship's arrival & departure.

Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

Duration: 6 hours.

A day trip to Hilo is not complete without a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to one of the world's most active volcanoes.  Witness the current volcanic eruption at the summit of Kilauea volcano, learn of past geologic events and the effects on this ever changing landscape. Feel the heat of steam vents, then traverse an ancient lava tube nestled in the cool mist of the Hawaiian rainforest.  Conclude your day indulging your senses around Hilo town including the majestic Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, and tasty locally made chocolates and coffee on this small group tour.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to active volcanoes and historic craters. Delight in the charming vistas of Hilo Town. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will enrich your journey with tales of the area's legends, history, and culture, highlighting scenic wonders throughout the tour.

Note: This tour is available with hotel pickups exclusively in the Hilo area (Not Kona).
Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes.

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Learn the history, culture and geology of the Hawaiian islands with your personal guide. Take a walk along the crater rim as you feel the heat of the volcano from steam vents. Explore an ancient lava tube in the midst of the lush Hawaiian rainforest. Enjoy the sights around Hilo including Liliuokalani Gardens and Rainbow Falls with a stop for local chocolates and coffee along the way.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes.

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes of Hawai’i’s active volcano. Ask any questions and have a new friend by the end of the day.

**This tour may be customized if communicated before hand. Duration time is considered as the importance when customizing.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more. You'll make stops at Kilauea Crater and Thurston Lave Tube, plus Rainbow Falls and several other Hawaii highlights.

Whether you're a first time visitor or returning to the Big Island for another look, this tour is right for you. Layers of lava stretch over moonscapes, collect in calderas, and put on an awesome show.
A guide, park entrance fees, and round-trip port transport are included.
Maximum tour size : 5 persons


Duration: 6 hours.

When you book a tour with Wild Hawaii your tour is completely customisable and unique to your group. The listed itinerary is just a sample.

Once you book our professional guide will reach out to you to discuss and plan your perfect day on the beautiful big island of Hawaii.

Here are some but not all of the points of interest we can accomodate!

Almost any coffee farm of your choosing!

Two step beach

Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park: a place of refuge for ancient Hawaiians who had broken a kapu (sacred law).

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site: Hawai’i’s largest Heiau(temple)

Any of the local farmers market’s on that day

South point lookout: The southern most point in the USA

Pohoiki Black Sand Beach: a site of the 2018 Kilaueā eruption

Botanical Gardens and Bioreserve

Akaka Falls

Kaumana Caves: Lava tube from 1881

Waipio Valley Lookout

Waimea town home of Parker Ranch
Duration: 8 to 11 hours.

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We'll take you on a memorable 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, walk inside iconic Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube), and enjoy lunch at the historic Kilauea Lodge & Restaurant. Afterward, visit Punaluʻu black sand beach and discover the local artisanal treats of Big Island Candies before seeing 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.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

This is the best way to experience a day trip to the Big Island. Go on a journey flying over the volcano on the A Star helicopter for 45 minutes to 50 minutes. After the helicopter tour we will take you closer to the highlights of Hilo (4 to 5 hour ground tour). Tour duration from Oahu approximately 5:00am - 7:00pm. Times may vary depending on the flight availability.

Once booked this tour is not refundable. On the day of the Helicopter tour, Helicopter portion of the package might be cancelled due to weather and safety resons. In case of Helicopter cancellation, we will refund $350 for the helicopter portion only. Other portions of the tour will continue as scheduled.
Duration: 5 hours.

Travelers coming on a cruise ship to Hilo can visit and enjoy the incredibly wonderful Big Island with this one-day tour. This tour is a full-day guided Hawaii Volcano National Park and Hilo town tour. The vast and majestic land of Big Island, Hawaii, is home to the world's largest active volcano and is full of natural mysteries. This small group tour is a magnificent experience to explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the local attractions of Hilo, including sea turtle lagoon, Black sand beach, and tropical falls.
Duration: 7 hours.

Experience the history and natural beauty of old Hawaii, unlike anywhere else in the islands, as you will soon discover Hilo Bay captures the feeling of going back in time. Hilo Bay is a large bay located on the eastern coast of the island of Hawaii. The modern town of Hilo overlooks Hilo Bay and located north of the bay runs the Hamakua Coast on the slopes of Mauna Kea and south of the bay is the Puna district on the slopes of Mauna Loa. As you paddle, you will be surrounded with the majestic snow-capped peaks of Mauna Kea crater in the distance. Your experienced guide will share with you the history of the last Hawaiian monarch at Queen Liliuokalani Japanese Gardens as you make your way to Coconut Island. Coconut Island or Moku Ola, is a small island in Hilo Bay, just offshore from Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens.
Duration: 2 hours.

On this tour, you will experience the life of the Hilo downtown and the exquisite landscape. For instance, the largest, authentic Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan, the largest sandiest beach in the Hilo area, a cookie factory where their ingredients were mostly from the farms on Hawaii Island, and the most iconic attractions-Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive tour. Hop on an inter-island flight from Honolulu on Oahu to Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii for a once-in-a-lifetime, comprehensive Volcano Adventure Tour. Discover Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the sights of Hilo Town. Your expert driver-guide will share with you the legends and cultural significance of famous sites and point our numerous scenic wonders along the way.

Also available with an optional helicopter tour based on availability.
Duration: 12 hours.

Explore Volcanoes National park, home to Kīlauea, the most active volcano in the world. Learn how volcanic events have impacted the landscape and the lives of the people that live here. Highlights of the tour include a stop at Rainbow Falls, a waterfall with an 80-foot drop, known for the many rainbows formed in its surrounding mist. Sit back and relax as you are transported in your air-conditioned motor coach to Volcanoes National Park where 70 million years of volcanic history are on display.
Should their be volcanic activity, route's may be altered with out notice due to safety concerns for guest and employee's.
0830              Leave Hilo


Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.

Don't miss a thing as GuideAlong's Audio Driving Tour takes you on an incredible journey across Hawaii's Big Island. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the island's famous highlights including Volcanoes National Park, the Place of Refuge and Akaka Falls, as well as the best spots for seeing turtles and more lessor known spots across the island.

Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location.

And enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace so you can spend more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tours work offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
One-time purchase, no time limits or expiry, free updates
Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.
Duration: 8 to 24 hours.

Customizable private small group tour that includes Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This tour of the southern end of the Big Island of Hawaii allows you to visit some of the most breathtaking locations the state has to offer, while allowing the clients to customize their tour day. You and up to 7 of your guests will enjoy a beautiful private drive in our custom tour van for one price. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the highlight of this tour, where you'll enjoy views of the Halema'uma'u Crater, Steam Vents, Lava Tube and much more. The bright orange glow of the lava isn't always visible, but when it is we'll do our best to get you in to see it. Other potential stops for this tour are, Rainbow Falls, Punalu'u (Black Sand) Beach, Mac Nut Farm, Big Island Candies, Liliuokalani Gardens, zoo and more. Do you have someplace specific in mind, just let us know and we'll do our best to fit it in.
Duration: 6 hours.

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach, and more. You'll make stops at Kilauea Crater and Thurston Lave Tube, plus Rainbow Falls and several other Hawaii highlights.

Whether you're a first time visitor or returning to the Big Island for another look, this tour is right for you. Layers of lava stretch over moonscapes, collect in calderas, and put on an awesome show.


Duration: 6 hours.

This custom private tour starts at the Hilo Port or any Hilo location. You will see the Best of the Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, Japanese Gardens, the most famous black sand beach Punaluʻu, and possibly turtles! For other optional stops, see below.

With Private Tours, you can spend more time seeing what you want. If there are things you want to see, please contact us. We are happy to modify tours based on your needs.

Optional Stops/Sights and frequently requested are listed below. We can usually fit 1 to 4 of the Optional stops depending on time:
* Volcano Winery (usually about an hour, $20 flights) OR Hilo Coffee Farm (free tastings)
* Big Island Candies or Mauna Loa Mac Farm

This is a 7.5-Hour Tour, so it is possible to see all these locations with this tour. We guarantee to get you back on the Ship on time. Children 4 and over only, please.
Duration: 7 hours.

We are a small tour company rated #1 out of 14 outdoor activities in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by Trip Advisor. Our vans seat up to 11 people; we only do private tours, so you have the van to yourself. We take photos of you all day, you have those for free.

See MORE of the Volcano than you will with any other company. Book us for a deep dive into Hawaii's volcanoes. Our goal is always to show you a few different eruption sites so we don't do any hiking, just short walks.

Provided by Hawaii's #1 Private Tour Company, this tour allows you to see more of the National Park than with most other companies. It includes the Thurston Lava Tube, Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Japanese Gardens, Hilo town, a Black Sand Beach, steam vents, and more.

This tour guarantees you will be back on the ship on time.

This tour is perfect for multi-generational families or groups of any age. Children 4 and over only, please. If you need a booster you must let us know 48 hours in advance.
Duration: 6 hours.

Volcanoes Adventure Tour From Hilo. Takes you on an adventure to the 2016 lava flow which is one of the most recent lava activity. you will adventure to the Richardson Blacksand Beach, Historic Bayan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls, Maunaloa Macademia Nut Factory, Akatsuka Orchid Nursery. 
Duration: 6 hours.

This is the best way to see the neighboring islands without packing your bags. Fly over to the Big Island in the morning and come back in the evening. Just a full day on the Island for an adventure to the volcano.
Best way to explore the most active volcanic island.
Duration: 12 hours.

Travelers staying in Oahu can visit and enjoy the incredibly wonderful Big Island with this one-day tour. This tour is a convenient and worry-free day tour that includes a round-trip interisland flight from Honolulu to Hilo, a round-trip pick-up service from the Waikiki hotels to the airport, and a full day guided volcanoes and Hilo tour. The vast and majestic land of Big Island, Hawaii, is home to the world's largest active volcano and is full of natural mysteries. This small group tour is a magnificent experience to explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the local attractions of Hilo, including sea turtle lagoon, Black sand beach, and tropical falls.
Duration: 12 to 13 hours.

Join us for a day of exploring Hilo, Hawaii. This tour will take you to the all the high lights of Hilo and also to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - the most active volcano in the world.
Duration: 6 hours.

Private tour. Go when you want and come back when you want. Perfect for guests who want to have a day of their own.
Duration: 7 hours.

Your driver will be prompt at picking you up. Learn the history and culture of Hawaii Island with myths and legends of rainbow falls. Take a walk in the past and Engage with the Hawaiian culture through your guide who can answer all your Hawaiian questions in and out of the volcanoes national park.


Duration: 4 hours.

This is the best way to see the most active volcano in the world. This tour will fly you over to the Big Island for 45 minutes to 50 minute tour of the volcano. Also, we will take you on a tour to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park which is the home to the volcanic steam vents. Considered one of the most active volcano in the world, helicopter is the best way to see the mother nature at work.

Once booked this tour is not refundable. On the day of the Helicopter tour, Helicopter portion of the package might be cancelled due to weather and safety resons. In case of Helicopter cancellation, we will refund $350 for the helicopter portion only. Other portions of the tour will continue as scheduled.
Duration: 11 hours.

Hawaii's most sought after views. Cultural differences and history. Past and present knowledge of the "Big Island".
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Treat yourself to an exclusive private tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo's tropical beauty.

Travel to the summit of Hawaii Island's youngest and most active volcano, Kilauea. If the timing is right you may witness the incredible show of an eruption! Experience the steaming Kilauea caldera, misty rainforest of Nahuku (Thurston lava tube), and the Chain of Craters Road. Enjoy short hikes along the way as you learn about past and present volcanic eruptions, different lava formations, and the history and Hawaiian culture of the area.

As a private tour, you will have the option of spending the duration of your tour in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with optional hiking or heading down to Hilo with stops at the majestic Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and a local chocolate factory.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes.

Travelers in Hilo can visit and enjoy the incredibly wonderful Big Island with this one-day tour. This tour is a full-day guided Hawaii Volcano National Park and Hilo town tour. The vast and majestic land of Big Island, Hawaii, is home to the world's largest active volcano and is full of natural mysteries. This small group tour is a magnificent experience to explore the wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the local attractions of Hilo, including sea turtle lagoon, Black sand beach, and tropical falls.
Duration: 7 hours.

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring waterfalls, black sand beach and more .You'll make stops at Akaka Waterfalls, plus Rainbow Falls and several other Hawaii highlights.
Blink and you may think you’re in Japan as you stroll through peaceful Liliʻuokalani Gardens, named after Hawaiʻi's last reigning monarch, Queen Liliʻuokalani. Located on Hilo's Banyan Drive.
Whether you're a first time visitor or returning to the Big Island for another look, this tour is right for you. Akaka Waterfalls will take you through a lush rainforest filled with wild orchids, bamboo groves and draping ferns..
A guide, park entrance fees, and round-trip port transport are included.
Maximum private tour size : 5 persons
Duration: 6 hours.

This is a private guided tour. We treat everyone with the utmost aloha and give you the best experience of Hawaii Island while keeping you safe.
Duration: 2 days.

I will drive past the ice pond, and along Banyan Tree drive looking for turtles, and nene geese. Then I will show you the sign with the local fish in the area, and tell you all about them. From there we will travel over old bridges with views of surf spots, and through lush jungle to the waterfalls, base of the Volcano, and Blacksand Beachs. We will meet the locals, and learn about the culture. There will also be time for shopping, exploring a lava tube, fissure looking for colorful glass.
Duration: 7 hours 15 minutes.

This is a tour unlike any other. Spend the day exploring the unique geography of Hawaii’s “Big Island”. A visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will inform you about the seismic activity that’s been a constant on the Big Island and the culture that sprang up around it. You’ll see Mauna Loa, the world’s largest volcano, and Kilauea, the world’s most active volcano. You’ll also see other dormant volcanoes, lava beds, and steam vents while discovering the legends meant to explain these natural phenomena. While there is no guarantee of a red-hot lava flow sighting, you may see a smoldering crater or a steam vent. By the tour’s end you’ll know exactly how and why volcanoes occur. You’ll also have the opportunity to take in some unique scenery along the way. Roundtrip airfare/Roundtrip transportation from Waikiki or Kahala Resort to the airport are included, ensuring a hassle-free start and end to your adventure.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring waterfalls, black sand beach and more .You'll make stops at Akaka Waterfalls, plus Rainbow Falls and several other Hawaii highlights.
Blink and you may think you’re in Japan as you stroll through peaceful Liliʻuokalani Gardens, named after Hawaiʻi's last reigning monarch, Queen Liliʻuokalani. Located on Hilo's Banyan Drive.
Whether you're a first time visitor or returning to the Big Island for another look, this tour is right for you. Akaka Waterfalls will take you through a lush rainforest filled with wild orchids, bamboo groves and draping ferns..
A guide, park entrance fees, and round-trip port transport are included.
Maximum tour size : 14 persons
Duration: 6 hours.