Top 10 Walking Tours in Hilo, Hawaii (HI)

Trek the active Kilauea Volcano and explore the tropical rainforest of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.  Enjoy a picnic lunch and travel along Hilo's scenic coastline for an exhilarating Zipline experience over the Umauma river and waterfalls!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Island Fresh Sandwiches (ham, turkey, pastrami or veggie), Help protect our island environment and bring your own refillable water bottle!, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hilo area Hotel pick-up (we will contact you directly if we need to arrange a meeting location), Hilo Harbor Port pickup and drop-off, Hilo Airport pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience old Hawaii with a step back in time on the Kailua-Kona coastline with this 4.5-hour, small-group tour. Enjoy the scenic coastline while you learn of the ancient Hawaiian culture, the arrival of Captain James Cook, and the transition to modern-day Hawaii. Tour an old coffee plantation with optional stops at the Painted Church, or a local chocolate factory.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Help protect our island environment and bring your own refillable water bottle!, Light snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, Kailua-Kona Pier pickup and drop-off, Kailua-Kona Hotel pick-up and drop-off (we may arrange meeting location for hotels outside of Kona), Kona Airport pick-up and drop-off (please contact us to make arrangements first)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Visit the destruction of the 2018 lava flow that destroyed parts of the quiet community of Leilani. Witness as survivors tell of their most intimate stories of losing their homes and for many, the loss of their livelihoods. Leilani Estates is 100% open to only two tours. Our company is certified so we do not trespass on the homeowners' property. You will see personal pictures and stories about this significant event.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: No Alochol, Lunch

Shaka Guide's driving tour app works like a tour guide in your car! On this tour drive along beautiful green coastlines, through tropical jungle roads, and go star gazing on the tallest mountain in the world. We've done our research so you will not miss a thing! Just sit back and listen to fun stories along the way. Skip the tour bus & explore Big Island at your own pace for a fraction of the cost with the best self-guided audio GPS tours for Hawaii! Rated the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ raving reviews and 200,000+ downloads. Why you need it: ✅ You don't need service because you can download the tours & use them offline ✅ Much cheaper than a tour bus at only $9.99 for lifetime access ✅ Save time planning your trip because we have the best stops lined up ✅ Freedom to stop and go as you please, unlike a tour bus where you are confined to the pre-determined route (no fun!) ✅ Hear cool and fun stories along the way (and some corny joke's that might make you laugh)

Inclusions: 6-8 hours of audio content, Offline map of the island, Audio that triggers based on location, Dozens of interesting stories of the island, Perfect itinerary of your entire vacation, Turn-by-turn navigation, Virtual tour guide

Exclusions: Crowded group tour

*A cruise ship-friendly activity. Contact Tara Pruett @ HANG OUT WITH A LOCAL with questions, for pickups outside of the range listed herein and for private tours! ALOHA! We offer a playful, genuinely local experience with a local guide. On this epic tour, you will see the major sites like the volcano, lava tube, and waterfall. You'll also enjoy lunch at an awesome lunch place and visit our beautiful Carlsmith Beach Park to scout for turtles and whales - all in one day - a rare find! As you're guided by our light-hearted, and knowledgeable local guide, you'll hear about daily living in Hawai'i and Hawaiian customs. You will be delighted with local snacks during the tour (the snacks are free), and we stop at the best place for lunch plus at a delicious bakery where we point out local favorites. Delicious and interesting! After that, we will go to a beautiful beach for spotting fish, turtles, and even humpback whales when in season! *Route may be altered based on the weather

Inclusions: Professional local guide, A visit to Kilauea Volcano on the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, A stop at Kilauea volcano steam vents, A walk through the Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube, A stroll to the Volcanoes National Park sulfur vents, A viewing of the Kilauea volcano eruption when open to the public, A stop at a beautiful beach for turtle and whale watching (whale season: Nov- early May), A stop at the scenic Rainbow Falls, A local’s insight - an orientation - into top things to see & places to eat on the island, A visit to a local bakery and a stop at a popular local spot for culinary delights (own expense), A free sampling of Hawaiian chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, and other local snacks, A small group size - a maximum of 14 guests - for a personalized experience, Transportation by air-conditioned car, minivan or passenger van, Convenient pickup and drop-offs from Hilo hotels, Bottled water, A stop at the historic King Kamehameha statue, A drive along they scenic Banyan Drive, A drive along Hilo’s beautiful beaches

Exclusions: Lunch (approximately $15-20), Gratuity, Route may be altered due to weather and when stops are closed to the public, Nature - lava, turtle and whale sightings - can not be guaranteed, Whale watching starts in November and ends in early May, Bakery goods

A cruise ship-friendly activity. Contact Tara Pruett @ HANG OUT WITH A LOCAL with questions, for pickups outside of the range listed herein, and for more private tours! ALOHA! We offer a playful, genuinely local experience with a local guide. On this epic tour, you will see the major sites like the volcano, lava tube, and waterfall. You'll also enjoy lunch at an awesome lunch place and visit our beautiful Carlsmith Beach Park to scout for turtles and whales - all in one day - a rare find! As you're guided by our light-hearted, and knowledgeable local guide, you'll hear about daily living in Hawai'i and Hawaiian customs. You will be delighted with local snacks during the tour (the snacks are free), and we stop at the best place for lunch plus at a delicious bakery where we point out local favorites. Delicious and interesting! After that, we will go to a beautiful beach for spotting fish, turtles, and even humpback whales when in season! *Route may be altered based on the weather

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Port / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional local guide, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuity, Pickups beyond Hilo avail (fee based on location) - Tara Pruett HANG OUT WITH A LOCAL for info

*A cruise ship-friendly activity. Contact Tara Pruett @ HANG OUT WITH A LOCAL with questions, for pickups outside of the range listed herein, for private tours & for last-minute tour requests! See the volcano, walk through a lava tube, visit a waterfall, scout for turtles and whales - all in one day - a rare find! We offer a playful, genuinely local experience with a local guide. As you're guided by our light-hearted, and knowledgeable local guide, you'll hear about daily living in Hawai'i and Hawaiian customs. You will be delighted with local snacks during the tour (the snacks are free), and we stop at the best place for lunch where we point out local favorites. Delicious and interesting! Search Tripadvisor for our listing: "Turtles, Whales, Waterfall & Lava Excursion with Epic Lunch & Bakery Stops" to find our glowing 5-star reviews.

Inclusions: Professional local guide, A visit to Kilauea Volcano on the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, A stop at Kilauea volcano steam vents, A walk through the Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube, A stroll to the Volcanoes National Park sulfur vents, A viewing of a Kilauea volcano eruption when open to the public, A stop at a gorgeous black sand beach for turtle and whale watching (whale season: Nov- early May), A stop at the beautiful Rainbow Falls, A walk back in time in Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau where we will experience the Hawaiʻi of yesterday., A local’s insight - an orientation - into top things to see & places to eat on the island, A free sampling of Hawaiian chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, and other local snacks, A small group size - a maximum of 14 guests - for a personalized experience, Transportation by air-conditioned car, minivan or passenger van, Convenient pickup and drop-offs from Kailua-Kona and Waikoloa hotels, Bottled water

Exclusions: Approximately $15-20, Gratuity, Route may be altered due to weather and when stops are closed to the public, Nature - lava, turtle and whale sightings - can not be guaranteed, Whale watching starts in November and ends in early May

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Learn the history, culture and geology of the Hawaiian islands with your personal guide. Take a walk along the crater rim as you feel the heat of the volcano from steam vents. Explore an ancient lava tube in the midst of the lush Hawaiian rainforest. Enjoy a locally sourced picnic lunch before exploring Hilo's Liliuokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls and a beautiful black sand beach.   Please provide your sandwich option in the special requirements field at check out. Island fresh sandwich options include, ham, turkey, pastrami or veggie.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Island Fresh Sandwiches (ham, turkey, pastrami or veggie), Help protect our island environment and bring your own refillable water bottle!, Hilo Harbor Port pickup and drop-off, Hilo Airport pick-up and drop-off, Hilo area Hotel pick-up (we will contact you directly if we need to arrange a meeting location), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

A day trip to Hilo is not complete without a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to one of the world's most active volcanoes.  Witness the major geologic changes from the 2018 eruption at the summit of Kilauea volcano. Hike along the rim of the caldera and feel the heat of steam vents. Traverse an ancient lava tube nestled in the majestic Hawaiian rainforest.  Conclude your day with the beautiful sights around Hilo town including Rainbow Falls and a black sand beach on this small group tour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Island Fresh Sandwiches (ham, turkey, pastrami or veggie), Help protect our island environment and bring your own refillable water bottle!, Hilo Harbor Port pickup and drop-off, Hilo Airport pick-up and drop-off, Hilo area Hotel pick-up and drop-off (we will contact you directly if we need to arrange a meeting location), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

See three of the Big Island’s famous waterfalls — Hiilawe Falls, Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls — on this tour to the Waipio Valley and Hamakua Coast. Discover the island’s phenomenal natural beauty as you experience a variety of terrain. Learn about the history and legends of the island from a guide, and swim at a private waterfall. Lunch, snacks and hotel transport are included. This tour is limited to 12 people to provide a small-group experience.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Lunch, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation, Small-group tour lead by a professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities