Enchanting Volcanoes & Waterfalls Tour on Big Island, Hawaii

from $295

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes

Type

Guided, Private

Difficulty

Easy

From Kona, Big island – Enchanting Volcanoes & Waterfall Tour

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.

Inclusions

pickup and drop-off
Local Guide
National Park fees
Bottled water
Food & drinks

Exclusions

Gratuities
We will stop to buy lunch
Tip or gratuity
Food & drinks

Tour Plan

The lovely sandy beach of Agios Ioannis that is located across from Delos (According to the locals, is one of the most expensive areas to purchase land in Mykonos. As you will see there are a lot of big projects with villas in this area)

Stop for photos with a breathtaking view at Armenistis Lighthouse (Faros Armenistis) who was built in 1891 . Is one of the highest points in Mykonos Island and you can see from there neighbour islands of the Cyclades.

Drive Through the beach of Panormos

Drive Through the beach of Agios Sostis and stop to Mamaronisi. Its name is due to the composition of the rocks of the island, which is also suitable for the construction of lime.

Ftelia is located on the northern side of the island and has established the beach as a windsurfer's paradise. From there we will have the chance to pass through a private church and if the church is open you will have the ability to enter (There is no guarantee that the church will be open at the time and date of tour because it is private)

Break time in Ano Mera, the traditional village of Mykonos and the Monastery of Tourliani. There you will have the time to explore Ano Mera and Its local places. Also you will have the chance to visit the famous Monastery of Panagia Tourliani that was established in 1542 by two priests and named after the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Merchia Beach in Mykonos is located in the northeast part of Mykonos , Merchia Beach has a small, sandy coast no umbrellas or sun-beds are on the beach , although you will find some salt to collect or try as many locals go there and collect salt in order to put in their food

Short stop at the famous Kalafatis beach for photos . Its popular for sailing, windsurfing, and scuba diving to shipwrecks.

Kalo Livadi in Mykonos is one of the longest beaches and is famous about the glamorous restaurants and beach clubs (As Lindsay Lohan and Solymar )

Agrari Beach waters are clear and relatively deep, while the shore is mainly sandy. It is loved among locals and tourists. There you will have the option to swim/sunbath for 45 minutes. (If you will choose not to stay there , the tour will continue to the last attraction)

The tour ends with a photo stop for a panoramic view of Mykonos Town. After that you will be dropped off at your preferable place

Itinerary

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Greenwell Farms, 81-6551 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, Island of Hawaii, HI 96750

Start the adventure towards Hawaii Volcanoes National Park driving to Greenwell Farms. When we arrive at the oldest coffee farm in Hawaii's history you'll sample 10 different roasts of coffee and afterward be taken on an optional tour of the farm.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii

Born of Fire, Born of the Sea
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park protects some of the most unique geological, biological, and cherished cultural landscapes in the world. Extending from sea level to 13,680 feet, the park encompasses the summits of two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kīlauea and Mauna Loa - and is a designated International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We will then make our way to the summit of Kilauea volcano at the Volcanoes National Park, the most highly regarded and revered volcanic area on Earth. The Park highlights two of the world's most active volcanoes--Kilauea and Mauna Loa--and offers insights on the birth of the Hawaiian Islands and views of dramatic volcanic landscapes. At the park, you will stop at the Visitor Center, witness the spectacular collapsed caldera, steam vents, sulfur banks, and fascinating scenic lookouts. No trip to Hawaii is complete without a trip to Volcanoes National Park.

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii

The Nāhuku lava tube is one of the few accessible lava tubes in the park and is considered to be the most popular destination in the park, besides the summit of Kilauea.
Walking through a tall tunnel formed by a 500-year-old river of lava is an incredible and memorable experience .To think that the vacant space was once a fast-moving torrent of molten rock from Kilauea volcano can be hard to fathom. Equally astonishing is that Nahuku is accessed by a gorgeous, easy trail surrounded (by a) verdant native rainforest. Towering tree ferns, ohia trees, and rare Hawaiian plants thrive where this massive flow once dominated the landscape.

Banyan Drive, Island of Hawaii, HI

Start the adventure towards Hilo driving through the historical Banyan Drive- a tree-lined street at the shoreline of Hilo, Hawaii. It is known as the "Hilo Walk of Fame" for the banyan trees planted by celebrities. These trees have withstood several tsunamis that have devastated the town on the Big Island of Hawaii.
The trees, which still bear the names of the planters, honor movie stars, religious leaders, political leaders, famous authors, adventurers and local Hawaiians.

Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI

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, this authentic, 24.67-acre Japanese garden was dedicated in 1917 as a tribute to Hawaiʻi's first Japanese immigrants who worked in the island of Hawaiʻi's sugar cane fields.

This beautifully landscaped park features arching bridges over fishponds, rock gardens, pagodas, Japanese stone lanterns and a teahouse. Views of Hilo Bay and Mokuola (Coconut Island) enhance this peaceful setting. With so much to see, this is a popular park for families to explore while they’re visiting the Hilo area.

Rainbow Falls, Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI

Rainbow Falls is an awe-inspiring waterfall that tumbles 80 feet into the Wailuku River that gushes below. Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, this waterfall is easily reached from downtown Hilo as itʻs just a 5-minute drive away. Known as Waiānuenue in Hawaiian language, the name translates to “rainbow [seen in] water” and is befitting for these falls, as the rising sun commonly ignites a dazzling rainbow in the mist.

Visit Rainbow Falls to experience the home of Hina, the ancient Hawaiian moon goddess, that is said to live within a lava cave encapsulated behind the falls. This peaceful oasis is a fantastic place to visit in the early morning to view the falls and explore the stunning natural environment that surrounds them.

Stage 7

Drop the guest back to pick up place and stop for a drive through lunch