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Hilo Fissure 8 Hiking and Volcanoes Tour 8 hr

TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10

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  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 8 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Walk Fissure 8’s lava fields, explore Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, and discover Hilo’s waterfalls and historic sights on a guided day tour.

About this tour

Walk across fresh-looking lava fields and stand before the towering Fissure 8 cone on this Hilo Fissure 8 Hiking and Volcanoes Tour. The landscape tells the story of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, with hardened lava rivers and terrain transformed by months of volcanic activity.

Your local guide leads the Volcano Explorer journey through Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, with drives along Chain of Craters Road and Crater Rim Drive. Stops include Kīlauea Visitor Center, Halemaʻumaʻu Crater viewpoints, Sulphur Banks, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, and Thurston Lava Tube. The Hilo Discovery portion brings you to historic town sights, including Reed’s Bay, Banyan Tree Lane, Liliʻuokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls, the King Kamehameha Statue, and Naha Stone. Lunch, drinks, and snacks are provided, and the route pairs volcanic scenery with local history and cultural context.

Choose this Hilo Fissure 8 Hiking and Volcanoes Tour for a full day of island landscapes, guided exploration, and memorable stops. Reserve your place and experience the remarkable contrast between Hilo’s waterfalls and Kīlauea’s lava-shaped terrain.

Highlights

  • Walk across the lava fields shaped by the 2018 Kīlauea eruption
  • Admire the towering Fissure 8 cone and hardened lava rivers
  • Explore Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park and scenic overlooks
  • Visit Rainbow Falls, Liliʻuokalani Gardens, and historic Hilo
  • Travel through coastal towns, forests, and plantation landscapes

What's included

Included

  • Guided tour with a local guide
  • Hiking and sightseeing at Fissure 8 in Leilani Estates
  • Entry to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park and Fissure 8
  • Volcano Explorer package, including Chain of Craters Road, Crater Rim Drive, and scenic stops
  • Visit to Kīlauea Visitor Center
  • Hilo Discovery package and historic Hilo sightseeing
  • Lunch: choice of sandwiches or a local-style bento, with a vegetarian option
  • Hawaiian-style juices, water, and grab-and-go snacks

Not included

  • Alcohol
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes are recommended
  • Bring sunscreen and water; a camera is recommended
  • Expect easy walking on mostly level terrain, with some uneven surfaces and loose gravel
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; specialized infant seats are available
  • Drones are not allowed in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
  • Cruise ship pickup is at Hilo Port; look for the Aloha Aina Tours sign and follow pickup instructions
  • Tour timing may be adjusted for cruise ship arrivals to help accommodate timely return
  • If a cruise ship cannot dock, a full refund will be issued; rescheduling may be attempted when possible

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

What languages are available?

Live guiding is available in English, Japanese, Mandarin, and Taiwanese.

Is lunch provided?

Yes. Lunch is a sandwich choice or a local-style bento, with a vegetarian option.

What should I bring?

Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring sunscreen and water. A camera is recommended.

What happens if my cruise ship cannot dock?

You will receive a full refund. Rescheduling may be possible when available.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 5.00 on Viator and 4.50 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • 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 7.3.

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