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Hilo Waterfalls and Botanical Garden Shore Excursion

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  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Hilo’s waterfalls, tropical gardens, and coastal scenery on a private shore excursion with transportation and an expert guide.

About this tour

Discover Hilo’s waterfalls, gardens, and coastal scenery on a private shore excursion shaped around your group’s pace. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Rainbow Falls, where water plunges over an ancient lava cave, then wind along the canopy-covered Pepeekeo Scenic Drive.

Explore the 40-acre Hawai'i Tropical Botanical Garden, home to more than 2,000 species of tropical plants beside Onomea Bay. Continue to Historic Honomu Town for a stroll, then see ʻAkaka Falls drop 442 feet. The route also visits Liliʻuokalani Japanese Gardens and Coconut Island, where you can enjoy views across Hilo Bay. Private transportation, bottled water, and an expert guide are provided, with pickup and drop-off included.

With a private vehicle and a flexible pace, this Hilo waterfalls and botanical garden shore excursion brings together lush landscapes and memorable island sights. Set out to experience Hilo beyond the harbor.

Highlights

  • Admire Rainbow Falls as it spills over an ancient lava cave
  • Explore the lush Hawai'i Tropical Botanical Garden
  • Follow the scenic Pepeekeo Scenic Drive
  • See the 442-foot drop of ʻAkaka Falls
  • Stroll through Historic Honomu Town
  • Take in Hilo Bay views from Coconut Island

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pickup and drop-off
  • Expert guide

Not included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Food and drinks

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Important information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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