• Liliʻuokalani Gardens - The operator drives to the Ice Pond and stops to showcase turtles and fish. At Liliʻuokalani Garden, the operator searches for nene geese and identifies various plants. A sign with local fish is shown, and information about them is shared. The operator is not affiliated with NCL.
• Pepeekeo Scenic Drive - The journey includes driving over historic bridges through lush jungles, with views of numerous waterfalls. There are stops for photos and feeding prawns while standing on an old wooden bridge. The tour includes a view of a river flowing through a lava tube, with discussions on plants, history, and real estate. The operator maintains a fast-paced, enjoyable tour to ensure maximum sightseeing, offering experiences not available to other cruise ship passengers.
• Rainbow Falls - At Rainbow Waterfalls, there is a $5 county charge. The operator takes photos and demonstrates an optical illusion for 20 minutes. If available, there is a 15-minute stop for iced coconuts and a 30-minute stop for whipped ice cream. A 10-minute stop is made to look for and feed wild pigs.
• Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center - Food is available to go at the Macadamia Nut Farm, with opportunities to sample macadamia nuts. The operator explains the nut processing and allows time for shopping.
• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Hawaiian music is played during the 35-minute drive to Volcano Village. Approximately 45 minutes are spent there. The first stop in the park is the Crater overlook, where Hawaiian mythology is discussed. The next stop is the Steam Vents, with a demonstration on increasing steam. The tour continues to the Volcano House for shopping, followed by a visit to a Lava Field with a fissure, where Peacock Lava is sought, and photos are taken inside a fissure. The final stop is a Lava Tube, with photo opportunities and information on native birds and plants. The park visit lasts 2 hours, followed by a 35-minute drive to the Macadamia Nut Farm.
• Big Island Candies - The tour includes a visit to Big Island Candies for sampling chocolate, candies, and Kona coffee. Visitors can observe chocolate-making through glass and enjoy drinks and food.
• Hilo Farmers Market - The tour includes shopping at the Hilo Farmers Market, offering fruit, shirts, jewelry, and more.
• Richardson Beach Park - The tour concludes with a visit to a black sand beach for photos, and opportunities to spot turtles, fish, and nene geese, before returning to the cruise ship.

• English Speaking Guide
• Hawaii Volcano National Park fees

• Entrance fees

The operator works every Tuesday when the Pride Of America or any ship is docked in Hilo.

The journey begins by driving north of Hilo to explore the surf spots, where the operator will drive slowly down a narrow road, narrating stories about the surfers catching waves.

The route includes crossing old bridges through a lush jungle, offering views of numerous waterfalls. The operator will share insights about the local plants, history, and real estate.

There is a stop for iced coconuts if the vendor is available, followed by a stop for whipped ice cream.

In one area, there is an opportunity to feed wild pigs if they are present. The tour includes shopping at the Volcano Village for Hawaiian-made items at the gift shop, and visitors can purchase food to go from the store.

At the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the group will walk through a lava field to search for peacock lava, and the operator will take photos of participants inside a fissure. Photos will be taken at all stops, and the operator will share Hawaiian mythology stories.

The operator will provide fruit samples from their farm or stop at a fruit stand for participants to purchase fruit.

• The total duration of the tour includes the travel time
• It is a requirement for travelers to sign a release agreement.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.