Best Volcano Tours in Hawaii: 15 Worth Booking

1.Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,569 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $264Our pick

Spend about 11 hours touring the Big Island from Kona or Waikoloa in a small Mercedes Sprinter van. Visit a Kona coffee farm, Punalu’u Beach, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Thurston Lava Tube, Rainbow and Akaka Falls, and Waipio Valley. Guides such as Chris, Drew, Kevin, and Kawika are known for lively storytelling, Hawaiian history, and local insight.

“Long day in the van but we covered a lot of territory! Our guide, Dreu, was very informative, fun, and also very passionate about the island he lives on!”

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2.Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,338 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $159

This six-hour Hilo shore excursion visits Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea viewpoints, steam vents, Thurston Lava Tube, Richardson Black Sand Beach, and a macadamia nut stop. Guides such as Robert, Jess, Donna, Geo, and Hannibal are praised for lively local stories. Expect a small van or mini bus, walking, changing weather, and a flexible route.

“Robert was an excellent tour guide providing an immense wealth of knowledge and would highly recommend him! Especially after taking the Honolulu tour the next day, we appreciate him even more”

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3.Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,619 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $297

Spend about 12 hours crossing Hawaii’s Big Island with guides such as Felix, Derek, Todd, or Dreu. Visit a Kona coffee farm, Punalu’u Black Sand Beach, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and Thurston Lava Tube, then look for stars from Saddle Road. Pickup, meals, jackets, drinks, and a small-group Mercedes Sprinter are included.

“We would only give this tour one star if it hadn't been for the saving grace of the volcano. First, they missed our stop and after waiting a half hour past our pick up time we called and were told it would be another half an hour before they could send a car to pick us up.bit took forty minutes. The office person that came to pick us up was friendly enough but when she got there she told us that we had to make a stop to pick up our lunches, which the van driver had also failed to get. When we finally caught up to the group, they…”

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4.Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,054 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $299

Travel across the Big Island in a small group of up to 13, with hotel pickup, coffee tasting at Greenwell Farms, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Volcano House lunch, and Rainbow Falls. Guides such as Kawika, Derrick, Chris, and Audra are known for lively island stories and careful pacing.

“Our guide Emmanuel is punctual, dedicated and friendly. The tour contains Kona coffee farm, Hawaii donut shop, candy shop, winery etc. and we have lunch at volcano house with beautiful view. You will have enough drinks and food all the long way. It’s good for family especially for kids and seniors who don’t want to drive themselves and hard core hiking but also want to see everywhere around the island.”

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5.Deluxe Volcano Experience with Restaurant Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 620 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $341

Spend about 11 hours exploring the Big Island with a small group of up to 13 people. You’ll taste Kona coffee, visit Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, tour Volcanoes National Park, and finish with a three-course dinner at Kīlauea Lodge. Guides such as Dave, Grant, Shelby, and Toby are praised for island stories, geology, and local insight.

“This was one of the best organized and tours I have been on. Grant is an amazingly knowledgeable and entertaining (!) guide. The transport was comfortable for everyone. The best part is we were lucky enough to actually see an eruption!!”

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6.Captain Cook Snorkel Tour with Sea Caves and Lava Tubes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 548 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $89Best value

From Keauhou Bay, you’ll ride a small RHIB boat to Kealakekua Bay for about 30 to 40 minutes of snorkeling near Captain Cook’s Monument. Captains such as Robert, Craig, Ron, and Dennis share island history, point out sea caves and lava tubes, and provide gear, water, juice, and pool noodles. Dolphins and whales are seasonal possibilities.

“Saw a plethora of fish at both locations we went snorkeling too. Also saw whales as well which was really cool to be able to see the breach and swim by”

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7.Fat Tire E-Bike Tour through Volcanoes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 546 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $199

Ride a fat-tire e-bike into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with guides such as Nicole, Derek, Tyler, Scott, and Bill. After a safety briefing and practice session, pedal paved park roads to forest paths, a lava tube, volcano viewpoints, and scenic overlooks. The 3-hour ride covers about 12 to 15 miles at an easy pace, with snacks, water, and helmets included.

“Nicole & Derek were excellent guides…They made us comfortable with our E/bike. I had only ridden a standard bike but my husband was familiar with both & we were comfortable. They kept us safe & informed us about the plants, animals & landscape. It was fun meeting other travelers in our group of 12. We would highly recommend this tour. Mahalo!”

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8.Big Island, Hawaii: Volcanoes National Park Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 545 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $379

Fly from Hilo Airport with Safari Helicopters for about 55 minutes over Volcanoes National Park, lava fields, forests, waterfalls, and orchid farms. Pilots such as Andrew, Drew, and Jim provide island history and geology from the air. Weather may alter the route, and accurate passenger weights are required.

“Drew was knowledgeable and kept the flight entertaining. Saw the calderas with gasses rising. Saw some waterfalls and a golden Buddha.”

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9.Volcanoes, Waterfalls, & Coffee Farm Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 414 reviews · 11 hours · from $264

Spend a full day crossing Hawaii’s Big Island with guides such as Mia, Chris, Justin, or Henry. Visit Waipio Valley, Akaka and Rainbow Falls, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu’u Beach, and Bay View Farm, with lunch, snacks, park admission, jackets, and hotel pickup included.

“Amazing and full tour of Kona, the guide was the best part of it trying to give us history, good tips and handling the energy during the day”

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10.Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 412 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $202

Spend about 10.5 hours exploring Hilo and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by air-conditioned vehicle. Walk through Thurston Lava Tube, see steam vents and Kilauea, visit Akaka and Rainbow Falls, and learn about the island from your guide. An optional helicopter ride may add a dramatic aerial view of craters, waterfalls, and the coast.

“The forest with magical and giant plants,the waterfalls made my day. I was hoping to See. Active volcanos and lavas but unfortunately didn't happen”

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11.Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Spend 5.5 hours with Mauka Makai Adventures exploring Kilauea, steam vents, Halema'uma'u Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, lava fields, Rainbow Falls, Lili'uokalani Gardens, and Big Island Candies. Guides such as Jill and Josh add local stories and volcano insight. Pickup is available at Hilo Port, select hotels, and Hilo Airport.

“Visiting an active volcano (spewed lava 3 days prior) was amazing. Enjoyed walking through a lava tube, seeing lava fields, and the beautiful flora and fauna of the rain forest. Our guide, Jill, was extremely knowledgeable and provided wonderful stories of her life growing up with volcanoes eruptions, sunamies, earthquakes, and hurricanes.”

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12.Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $186

Spend six to seven hours exploring the Big Island’s east side with Justin of Makaio Tours Hawaii. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hilo Farmers Market, Rainbow Falls, Liliʻuokalani Gardens, Big Island Candies, and Richardson Ocean Park. Pickup is available from the Hilo port, airport, and hotels, with a maximum of 14 people.

“Justin was a great tour guide! We had a wonderful time visiting the different attractions and learning about the area.”

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13.Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 363 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride from Hilo port or your hotel in a small vehicle with a local guide such as Ellen, Troy, Dave, or Lori. Walk into Kaumana Caves, see lava-tree molds, visit recent eruption zones, and reach black-sand shorelines shaped by Kilauea. Expect uneven ground, steep cave steps, changing stops, and a local food break.

“Dave was incredible. Very informative along the drives and along the way. We actually diverted to Volcanoes National Park due to entrance fees waived for the day. Dave was very informative on the volcanoes and lava. Highly recommended”

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14.Small-Group Big Island Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kona Coffee Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · from $209

Spend a full day crossing the Big Island from Kona or Waikoloa to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You’ll taste coffee at Greenwell Farms, look for sea turtles at Punalu’u Beach, walk through Thurston Lava Tube, and visit volcanic steam vents and Halema’uma’u Crater. Groups are limited to 14, with meals and hotel pickup included.

“We had a great experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable. Lunch was really good and was at such a nice little area. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our day. Highly recommend!!”

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15.Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $259

Spend a full day crossing the Big Island with a geology-focused guide such as David, Dave, or Erik. Visit a Kona coffee farm, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hilo, and Saddle Road. Expect a small group, hotel pickup, lunch at Volcano House, and plenty of time in the van.

“Our guide Zane was very knowledgeable. We happened to have a smaller group (5) and Kiliauia was erupting ! Our guide allowed us to slightly change the agenda to spend more time at Volcano National Park. It was incredible!!”

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