Volcano Tour: Explore Kilauea and Hilo Highlights

Explore Big Island’s waterfalls, black sand beaches, and volcanoes with native guides. Experience authentic Hawaiian Aloha on this ultimate day tour.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - The majority of the visit will be spent here, covering all popular attractions with informative commentary. The itinerary includes stops at Volcano House, the Visitor Center, Kilauea overlook of the Halemaumau Crater, steam vents and sulfur dioxide banks, Kilauea Iki Crater, Laumanu Crater, and the Nahuku lava…
What's Included
  • Luxurious reclining 15 passenger seating
  • Professional Native Guide
  • Port of Hilo/Hotel/Hilo Airport pickup & drop-off
  • National Park fees
  • Bottled water
  • Umbrellas
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Dear Future Attendee! Let’s get straight to the point! We offer the Ultimate Volcano and Hilo Highlights Day Tour! Our tour takes you to the most sought-after stops within a 6-7 hour timeframe, ensuring you experience the best views! Led by Native Hawaiian Guides, you’ll gain insight into Big Island, Hawaii from a local perspective. The tour covers all…

Location
Hilo International Airport
Kekuanaoa Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Iena_d
Oct 16, 2025
Family friendly and wholesome fun - Justin made the whole experience so worthwhile. It was lovely to see so many sights in such a short space of time. The trip was child friendly. Wonderfully organised and lots to see and do. I would recommend this one to all families coming to visit Hilo
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Cathleen_m
Oct 11, 2025
Great trip!! - Great overview of Hilo with all the interesting highlights. Justin was a fantastic host/guide and we never had to wait for answers to our questions. Justin is the guide service I will ever use in Hilo
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T6609wupattym
Oct 6, 2025
Highly Recommend - We took a day trip to Hilo from Oahu and had the best experience with Makaio Tours. Justin, our tour guide and the owner, provided a ton of information on the sights and we were even able to view Kilauea erupting. This tour was a the highlight of our trip to Hawaii! We highly recommend Makaio Tours!!
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Patricia_m
Oct 4, 2025
Superlative Tour & Guide! - Justin was a phenomenal Tour Guide! Personable, dynamic, knowledgeable … he was able to make all we experienced especially significant & meaningful.
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Linda_l
Sep 28, 2025
A wonderful tour that is somehow both jam-packed & relaxed! - This tour gives you a good volcano experience in the 1st half, then hits some other great spots around Hilo to round out your afternoon. The owner/operator Justin is genial, informative and professional - he really strives to show you a good time. His mini bus is very comfortable! And very clean ;)
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Cherrielee89
Sep 25, 2025
Amazing tour! We saw... - Amazing tour! We saw Kilauea Volcano, sea turtles, and Rainbow waterfall...and more. absolutely unforgettable. Justin was an outstanding guide, friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and passionate. He made everything fun and easy. The pick and and drop off from the Hilo airport made everything so convenient. Highly recommend this tour and Justin!
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Rebecca_k
Aug 31, 2025
Incredible Big Island Experience with Justin - Our day excursion with Justin was truly unforgettable! From the moment we began, Justin’s knowledge and passion for the Big Island shone through. We explored volcanic craters, learned about the island's evolution and eruptions, walked through lava tunnels, and witnessed natural steam vents and sulfuric gas sites. Saw a huge Banynan tree & Rainbow Fall! The views were absolutely stunning — a photographer's dream! Justin also gave us fascinating insights into the local flora, history of the island, and cultural landmarks, including the historic Robertson house. The stop at the black sand beach was a highlight, especially with the chance to spot sea turtles up close! We also visited a macadamia nut candy factory where we sampled delicious coffee and treats — a sweet bonus. Justin was full of great lunch recommendations during our stop in downtown Hilo, making sure we got a real taste of the island. He was incredibly accommodating, providing plenty of water and answering all of our questions with ease. A few tips: bring a sweatshirt (some areas can get chilly), and wear sneakers or Teva-style sandals for comfort during walks and hikes. This tour was packed with adventure, education, and breathtaking sights — and Justin made it all the more special. Highly recommend!
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Matthewmi3344eq
Aug 16, 2025
Great experience - Justin provided a great tour, not a single complaint. He was very informative and friendly. He provided an excellent tour. Overall great experience!!!
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Louisa_r
Aug 14, 2025
“Full Big Island Tour with Justin—A Must-Do - Our day with Justin from Makaio Tour was unforgettable! This full-day circle tour of the Big Island took us to so many beautiful and diverse locations, each more stunning than the last. Justin was not only knowledgeable and just in every way, but also incredibly funny, welcoming, and full of great stories. His easygoing personality made the day feel like we were exploring with a good friend rather than a tour guide. He went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable, entertained, and never rushed at any stop. We laughed a lot, learned so much, and came away with memories we’ll treasure forever. If you’re visiting the Big Island, booking with Makaio Tour is an absolute must—worth every minute and every dollar!
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Anamaria_l
Aug 7, 2025
Wow, great tour today... - Wow, great tour today with Makaio. Justin takes to to some great places to see the Volcano, lava tubes, waterfalls, Hilo Farmer's Market, Candy Factory, Sea Turtle spotting and a visit to a Black Sand Beach. The whole way he is offering great insight, is super engaging and cracking jokes the whole way. We all agreed - he is a GREAT guide amd really makes the tour very enjoyable. He also recommended some great places for lunch! Make sure you tour the Big Island with Justin. You won't be disappointed! What a great time. 😊
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From $187
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).