Experience the Best of Hawaiʻi Island in One Incredible Day
EExplore the diverse landscapes of Hawaiʻi Island on a full-day guided adventure featuring volcanic craters, lush rainforests, black sand beaches, local coffee, and unforgettable stargazing.
Journey through Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, visit a Kona coffee farm, search for Hawaiian green sea turtles at Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, and enjoy dinner before ending your day beneath the stars near Mauna Kea. This immersive island experience showcases the incredible natural beauty and geological wonders that make the Big Island unlike anywhere else in Hawaiʻi.
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$279 USD
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All ages
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12-hour
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Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Big Island Volcano Adventure And Stargazing Tour Features
Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Discover one of Hawaiʻi's most remarkable natural attractions as your guide leads you through Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Walk through native rainforest, visit scenic overlooks, and learn about the volcanic forces that continue to shape the island today. Along the way, explore significant geological features while hearing fascinating stories about the park's history, culture, and ongoing volcanic activity.
Visit the Island's Most Iconic Natural Landmarks
Beyond the volcanoes, this tour introduces you to several of the Big Island's most famous destinations. Enjoy a stop at a Kona coffee farm to learn about locally grown coffee, visit Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach where Hawaiian green sea turtles are often seen resting on the shore, and admire the island's dramatic coastline shaped by ancient lava flows.
End the Day with Stargazing
As evening arrives, travel to a high-elevation location near Mauna Kea for an unforgettable stargazing experience. Away from city lights, you'll have the opportunity to observe the brilliant night sky while your guide shares information about Hawaiian navigation, astronomy, and the constellations visible above Hawaiʻi. Weather permitting, this memorable finale provides one of the island's most spectacular nighttime experiences.
Big Island Volcano Adventure And Stargazing Tour Details
Highlights
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Visit A Kona Coffee Farm
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Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
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Walk Through Native Rainforest Trails
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Visit Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach
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Enjoy A Locally Served Dinner
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Stargaze Near Mauna Kea (Weather Permitting)
Description
Experience the incredible diversity of Hawaiʻi Island during this full-day sightseeing adventure. Your journey begins with convenient hotel pickup before traveling across the island to visit some of its most famous natural and cultural attractions.
Start with a visit to a Kona coffee farm where you'll learn about Hawaiʻi-grown coffee and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Continue south to Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, one of the island's most unique coastal landscapes and a favorite resting place for Hawaiian green sea turtles.
The adventure continues inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, where your guide introduces the park's volcanic history, native ecosystems, and remarkable geological features. Explore scenic viewpoints, rainforest trails, and volcanic landscapes while learning about the forces that continue to shape Hawaiʻi Island.
After enjoying dinner, the day concludes with a visit to a high-elevation location near Mauna Kea for stargazing. Under favorable weather conditions, you'll experience breathtaking views of Hawaiʻi's famous night skies before returning to your hotel.
Price & Availability
12-Hour Big Island Volcano Adventure And Stargazing Tour
| AdultsAges 13 yrs+ | $279.00 |
| ChildrenAges 0-12 yrs | $269.00 |
Included
- Roundtrip transportation from select Kona and Kohala Coast locations
- Professional guide
- Admission to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
- Visit to a Kona coffee farm
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Rain jacket
- Walking stick (available upon request)
What To Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light jacket or warm clothing
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Refillable water bottle
- Personal medications if needed
Cancellation
Any request for a refund 72 hours or more prior to the start of the tour or activity is honored with a full refund.
No refunds are issued for any cancellations inside the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour. There is no refund for no-shows. There is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability outside of the 72-hour cancellation period.
Itinerary
Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour
The Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour has resumed with a temporary itinerary designed to showcase Hawaiʻi Island’s waterfalls, coastline, volcanic landscapes, local treats, and spectacular night skies.
Current Temporary Itinerary
- Waipiʻo Valley Lookout
Take in sweeping views of the lush Waipiʻo Valley, dramatic cliffs, and rugged Hamakua coastline.
- ʻAkaka Falls
Visit the tropical surroundings of ʻAkaka Falls and admire the impressive waterfall cascading through the rainforest.
- Rainbow Falls
Stop at Rainbow Falls in Hilo to enjoy views of the picturesque waterfall surrounded by vibrant tropical foliage.
- Big Island Candies
Enjoy a sweet stop at this beloved Hilo destination, known for its handcrafted chocolates, cookies, and island-inspired treats.
- Richardson Ocean Park
Explore this scenic coastal area, known for its distinctive black-sand shoreline, clear waters, and beautiful Pacific views.
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Discover Hawaiʻi Island’s fascinating volcanic landscapes and experience the dramatic scenery of one of the island’s most iconic natural attractions.
- Dinner
Take a break to enjoy a satisfying dinner before continuing into the evening.
- Stargazing
End your adventure beneath Hawaiʻi’s famously clear night skies and look for stars, planets, and other celestial sights with your guide.
Modified Itinerary After Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Reopens
Once Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park fully reopens, the tour will transition to the following itinerary:
- Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area
Begin with a relaxing picnic lunch at Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area, surrounded by the natural beauty of Hawaiʻi Island.
- Rainbow Falls
Visit the scenic Rainbow Falls and enjoy the peaceful tropical surroundings of this popular Hilo landmark.
- Big Island Candies
Browse locally made chocolates, cookies, and other delicious Hawaiian treats at this popular island stop.
- Richardson Ocean Park
Experience the beauty of Hilo’s coastline with a visit to Richardson Ocean Park and its unique volcanic shoreline.
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Explore the island’s remarkable volcanic terrain and discover the geological wonders of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
- Dinner
Enjoy a delicious dinner and recharge before the evening’s final activity.
- Stargazing
Finish the tour with an unforgettable stargazing experience beneath the clear night sky of Hawaiʻi Island.
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