Banyan Drive is a scenic, historic stretch in Hilo lined with giant banyan trees planted by famous figures such as Amelia Earhart, Babe Ruth, and Franklin Roosevelt. Often called Hilo’s “Walk of Fame,” the drive offers a leafy tunnel of shade and history—its iconic trees having survived the tsunamis that once reshaped the town.

Основанный в 1917 году королевой Лилиуокалани, этот обширный парк является крупнейшим аутентичным японским садом такого рода за пределами берегов Японии. По всему безмятежному ландшафту разбросаны каменные фонари, беседки и ворота тории, служащие трогательной данью японским иммигрантам, которые сделали Гавайи своим домом.

Big Island Candies is a beloved Hilo-based shop known for its buttery shortbread cookies, chocolate-dipped treats, and playful local flavors. Visitors can browse through beautifully packaged confections while sampling fresh-brewed Kona coffee, seasonal candies, and signature shortbread. The store has the feel of a small factory boutique—warm, aromatic, and filled with gifts that travel well—making it an easy stop for both locals and travelers stocking up on sweets.

Наше путешествие теперь приведет нас к знаменитому пляжу Пуналуу с черным песком, где обитают многочисленные хону (гавайские зеленые морские черепахи). Здесь у нас есть прекрасная возможность увидеть, как эти величественные создания греются на теплом солнце.

Have a taste of the underrated “south of Kona” brew known as Kaʻū Coffee—grown in the volcanic soils just outside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Rich, smooth, and award-winning, it’s a great way to sample a different side of Hawaiʻi’s coffee culture. This stop is doable if we head toward Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach.

Next, we journey to the summit of Kīlauea within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, a world-renowned volcanic site tied to the Hawaiian goddess Pele. The park is home to Kīlauea and Mauna Loa, two of the world’s most active volcanoes, offering dramatic volcanic scenery and insight into how the islands formed. We’ll stop at the visitor center, view the collapsed caldera, explore steam vents and sulfur banks, and enjoy scenic overlooks. Lava activity is unpredictable—there is no guarantee of glowing lava, and there is no ocean entry, as the last one occurred in 2018. For those prone to being cold, please bring comfortable shoes and a jacket; summit temperatures can be 20+ degrees cooler than the coast. A visit to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is an unforgettable highlight. (Entrance fees not included; national park passes are valid for use on commercial tours for your immediate party.)

The Mauna Loa Macadamia Visitor Center is a fun stop for anyone who wants to taste Hawaiʻi’s famous mac nuts right where they’re grown and roasted. Surrounded by lush orchards, the center offers samples of classic and flavored macadamias, chocolate-covered treats, and other island snacks. Visitors can glimpse parts of the processing operation, browse gifts, and enjoy a casual atmosphere that mixes learning with plenty of tasting—plus lots of chances to stock up before heading home (time allowing and if this is a preference).

As for one of our last stops we take photos at this iconic waterfall, for iconic postcard worthy photos

Мы отправимся на прогулку по лавовой трубе, где ваш гид расскажет о ее формировании лавой. Этот маршрут длиной около 600 метров или 0,4 мили отличается слабым освещением и постепенными лестницами, ведущими в трубу и из нее. Хотя эта часть тура может не подойти всем пассажирам из-за физической подготовки, альтернативные варианты включают в себя пребывание в автомобиле или исследование природных пейзажей снаружи. Кроме того, у вас будет возможность взять с собой налобные фонари для улучшения видимости в тускло освещенной лавовой трубе, что позволит вам оценить сложные детали пещеры и наблюдать за образованием крошечных сталактитов.

ʻAkaka Falls is a showstopper—plunging more than 400 feet through a lush rainforest gorge alive with birdsong, greenery, and mist. The paved loop trail takes most visitors about 20–30 minutes and winds past smaller waterfalls and scenic overlooks before revealing the grand view of ʻAkaka itself. It’s a vibrant, postcard-perfect stop for nature lovers and photographers alike (admission not included). This stop can also be selected as an alternative to Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach and the Kau Coffee plantation as these are opposite directions from one another. Please note that the order of stops may vary and will be determined by our expert guides to provide the best overall experience. As this is a private tour, we can also tailor the day to your preferences (within reason) and within the time allotted.