The Pele Express PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE Tour
- 6 hours
- Skip the line
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
Highlights
Discover the dynamic beauty of the Big Island on a private tour showcasing Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the charming town of Hilo. Witness the Kīlauea Caldera, stroll through the Thurston Lava Tube, and marvel at stunning Rainbow Falls. This immersive adventure combines cultural insights with breathtaking views, ensuring a unique connection to the land. Enjoy the convenience of a private group setting with a certified local guide who shares expert knowledge of the area. Perfect for travelers aged 8 and up, this tour accommodates a maximum of 7 guests and includes a pick-up within 3 miles of Downtown Hilo. - Duration: Approximately 5.5 – 6 hours - Private group tour with a maximum of 7 participants - Visit highlights like Rainbow Falls, Richardson’s Black Sand Beach, and the Kīlauea Caldera - Optional local flavor add-on for a taste of authentic Big Island cuisine
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
- Local Juice
What's not
- Rainbow Falls
Itinerary
Richardson’s Black Sand Beach – Experience volcanic sands and coastal marine life.
Liliʻuokalani Japanese Gardens Drive-Thru – Serene bayside gardens inspired by Japanese design.
Coconut Island (Moku Ola) Drive-Thru – A peaceful island rich with Hawaiian legend.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (Approx. 2.5 – 3 Hours) - Kīlauea Caldera Lookout – Witness one of the world’s most active volcanoes and feel the pulse of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire. - Steam Vents and Sulfur Banks – Watch as steam rises from the ground, carrying the scent of the volcano’s breath. - Thurston Lava Tube (Nāhuku) – Walk through a 500-year-old lava cave surrounded by lush rainforest. - Walk on Ancient Lava Flows – Step onto the otherworldly terrain where molten rock once flowed like a river of fire. These hardened lava fields are the very foundation of the Big Island — see where Hawaiʻi is still being born!
King Kamehameha Statue – Honoring Hawaiʻi’s great unifier.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 8 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- The Pele Express
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Big Island of Hawaii
- Its from-price is 211% above the median of the 8 attraction tickets we list in Big Island of Hawaii.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 7 of 8.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Big Island of Hawaii
The Big Island of Hawaii is the largest and youngest of the main Hawaiian islands, with active volcanoes, black-sand beaches, coffee farms and clear skies.
The Big Island is larger than all the other Hawaiian islands combined and still being shaped by active volcanoes. Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has steaming craters, lava fields and the Chain of Craters Road down to the sea. Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa both rise above 4,000 metres, and snow dusts their summits in winter.
Top-ranked sights in Big Island of Hawaii: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, Thurston Lava Tube (Nāhuku).
Special offers in Big Island of Hawaii
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