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Hilo Volcano and Waterfall Tour 5 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10

Very goodTop 14% in Big Island of Hawaii

457 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 5 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Kilauea, an ancient lava tube, Rainbow Falls, and Hilo gardens on a guided Big Island outing with local chocolate and coffee.

About this tour

Discover Hilo’s volcanic landscapes, rainforest scenery, and local flavors on a 330-minute Hilo Volcano and Waterfall Tour. The day begins at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll learn about Kilauea’s active geology and the forces that continue to shape the island. See steam vents and walk through an ancient lava tube tucked into the cool Hawaiian rainforest; molten lava sightings are not guaranteed.

The journey also takes in Rainbow Falls and the tranquil paths of Liliuokalani Gardens, with time to sample locally made chocolate and coffee in Hilo. Private transportation and a professional guide make it easier to connect these varied sights in one outing, while the small-group experience brings the island’s natural history into focus. Island chips are provided, and you’re welcome to bring trail snacks and a refillable water bottle.

Choose this Hilo Volcano and Waterfall Tour for a vivid look at the Big Island’s volcanic terrain and Hilo’s garden and waterfall highlights. Reserve your place and experience the landscape at a comfortable, guided pace.

Highlights

  • Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kilauea’s changing volcanic landscape
  • Feel the warmth of steam vents and walk through an ancient lava tube
  • Admire Rainbow Falls and stroll through Liliuokalani Gardens
  • Sample locally made chocolate and coffee in Hilo

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Island chips
  • Professional guide
  • National park admission fee

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Meals; no meal purchases are available along the route
  • Transportation from Kona or Waikoloa

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Important information

  • Participants must be at least 10 years old; every participant needs a paid seat
  • A moderate fitness level is required, including the ability to walk at least 1 mile over uneven terrain
  • Covered walking shoes are required; a jacket is highly recommended
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
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  • The tour operates in all weather; prepare for sun, wind, and rain
  • Molten lava sightings are not guaranteed; volcanic gas exposure is possible
  • Wheelchairs, scooters, and oxygen tanks cannot be accommodated
  • Hotel pickup is available at select Hilo hotels only; other guests should meet at Hilo Mo'oheau Bus Terminal
  • Cruise ship pickup is at the Port of Hilo, with tour timing adjusted to ship schedules
  • Day-trip visitors should arrange travel to and from Hilo Airport, arrive at least 30 minutes before the tour, and provide flight details when booking
  • Bring a refillable water bottle; snacks are welcome on the trail but cannot be eaten in the vans

Frequently asked questions

Will I see molten lava?

Lava sightings are not guaranteed. The tour visits Kilauea and explores the volcano’s changing landscape.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 10 years old, and every participant must have a paid seat.

Where is pickup available?

Pickup is offered at select Hilo hotels and directly at the Port of Hilo for cruise passengers. Other guests should meet at Hilo Mo'oheau Bus Terminal.

How much walking is required?

Participants must be able to walk at least 1 mile over uneven terrain and should have a moderate fitness level.

Are meals available during the tour?

Meal purchases are not available along the route. You may bring trail snacks, but eating is not allowed in the vans.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.91 from 457 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 8.5. Top 14% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 14% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

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