TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10
Photo 1 / 6
Hawaiʻi Big Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10
Average
142 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Big Island of Hawaii
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Hawaiʻi Island at your own pace with GPS-triggered stories, local tips, and offline audio across more than 460 tour points.
About this tour
Take the scenic route around Hawaiʻi Island with a self-guided audio tour that brings the drive to life. GuideAlong’s GPS-triggered commentary shares stories, local tips, and directions as you travel, with more than 460 points to discover along the way.
Explore at your own pace, following suggested itineraries or building a route that suits your plans. The tour highlights places such as Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Akaka Falls, and Place of Refuge, while leaving room to linger at favorite stops or skip ahead. Download the tour before setting out, then listen offline; commentary can play through your car’s audio system using Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth. One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, and the tour has no expiry, so you can start, pause, and resume on your schedule.
Plan ahead for attractions that require separate admission or reservations, and check current road conditions before you go. Set out with the Hawaiʻi Big Island self-guided driving audio tour and make the island’s roads part of the adventure.
Highlights
- Explore Hawaiʻi Island at your own pace with GPS-triggered stories
- Hear local tips and directions as you drive
- Choose suggested itineraries or create your own route
- Visit highlights including Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Akaka Falls, and Place of Refuge
- Pause, stop, and resume whenever your plans call for it
What's included
Included
- GuideAlong app-based self-guided audio experience
- 460+ audio points with location-based stories, tips, and directions
- Suggested itineraries and customizable routes
- In-app, web, and PDF trip planners
- Offline tour access after download
- One-time purchase with no expiry and free updates
- Toll-free phone, chat, and email support
Not included
- Entry fees, national park passes, and reservations
Ratings on each provider
The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.
-
View on ViatorViator
4.77 / 5 · 142 reviews
Important information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Download the GuideAlong app and tour before setting out; the tour works offline after download
- Audio commentary uses your phone’s GPS and can play through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth
- Bring a fully charged phone and a USB or USB-C car charger
Show 7 moreShow less
- One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle
- Tour dates are flexible; the purchase has no expiry or date or time limit
- Some stops may require advance reservations or separate admission; check official websites before visiting
- Kula Kai Caverns and The Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory require reservations; reservations are recommended for Huliheʻe Palace and Lyman Museum
- Book guided tours and specialty activities at Hawaiʻi Tropical Botanical Garden and Botanical World Adventures separately
- Book the Anna Ranch historic home tour at least 72 hours ahead
- Check current road updates before traveling, as storm impacts may cause delays, cleanup work, or closures
Frequently asked questions
Does the tour work without cell service?
Yes. Download the tour in the GuideAlong app before your trip, and it will work offline using your phone’s GPS.
How does the audio commentary play?
Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location as you drive.
Can I choose my own route and pace?
Yes. Follow a suggested itinerary or create your own route, and start, stop, or resume whenever you like.
Does one purchase cover the whole vehicle?
Yes. One purchase covers everyone traveling in the vehicle.
Do attractions require separate fees or reservations?
Entry fees, park passes, and reservations are not included. Some stops require advance booking or separate admission, so check official websites before visiting.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.77 from 142 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.9.
Provider rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
How many tours in Big Island of Hawaii have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.
0
200
400
600
4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
5.0
4.8
- GetYourGuide
- Viator
More Sightseeing Tours & Cruises in Big Island of Hawaii
TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10
TourTruth score 6.3 out of 10
TourTruth score 5.1 out of 10
TourTruth score 4.1 out of 10
from $16.99
on Viator