🌺 Circle the Island Tour

Experience the incredible diversity of Hawaiʻi Island in one unforgettable day. From volcanic landscapes to lush rainforests, black sand beaches to waterfalls, this immersive journey truly lets you circle the island in comfort and aloha.

🕗 Tour Duration: 10–11 Hours
Pick-Up: 7:30–8:00 AM (Kona side; custom pick-up times may vary by location)
Return: Approximately 6:00–6:30 PM

🌋 Stop 1: Kona Coffee Farm
Duration: 45 minutes
Start your day in the heart of world-famous Kona coffee country. Learn about the growing and roasting process, walk through the farm, and enjoy fresh tastings while taking in beautiful mauka-to-makai views.

🌺 Stop 2: Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach
Duration: 45 minutes
Visit the stunning black sand shores of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach. Keep an eye out for Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) basking on the sand. This is a perfect photo opportunity and a chance to stretch your legs along one of the island’s most unique coastlines.

🌋 Stop 3: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Duration: 2–2.5 hours
Explore the dramatic landscapes of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to two of the world’s most famous volcanoes:
Kīlauea
Mauna Loa
Highlights may include:
Steam vents
Kīlauea Overlook
Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube)
Chain of Craters Road scenic viewpoints (time permitting)
Learn about Hawaiian volcanic history, Pele legends, and the ever-changing geology of the island.

🌿 Stop 4: Hilo Town
Duration: 1 hour (Lunch Stop)
Enjoy a relaxing lunch stop in historic Hilo town. Guests may purchase lunch at a local café or market and explore charming shops and local vendors.

🌊 Stop 5: Rainbow Falls
Duration: 30 minutes
Visit the breathtaking Rainbow Falls, known for the beautiful rainbows that appear in the morning mist. A short, easy walk brings you to a stunning waterfall viewpoint surrounded by lush tropical scenery.

🌴 Stop 6: Akaka Falls State Park
Duration: 45 minutes
Walk through tropical rainforest to see the towering Akaka Falls, plunging 442 feet into a gorge below. This paved loop trail is scenic, accessible, and filled with native plants.

🌄 Scenic Hamakua Coast Drive
Duration: Approximately 1.5–2 hours (with scenic pullovers)
Travel along the breathtaking Hamakua Coast, known for its dramatic cliffs, ocean views, and lush valleys. Enjoy narration about sugar plantation history and Hawaiian culture along the way.