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Adults $328.12
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Children 3-11 years $296.87
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Children 2 years old $
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Via INTERISLAND AIRWAYS
Adults $
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The drive circles the Waiakea Peninsula, near the Hilo International Airport, and boasts the largest hotels on the eastern side of the Big Island. In 1933, several park commissioners decided that it would be a good idea to have celebrities plant banyan tree saplings along the peninsula. In 1934, with the arrival of President Franklin Roosevelt in Hilo, it was decided to build a drive through the trees, then only of crushed coral. At the time, the peninsula hosted the Hilo Yacht club and several homes. In late 1933, Cecil B. DeMille was on the island filming "Four Frightened People". Several of the actors along with Mr. and Mrs. DeMille, all planted trees in their own honor. According to records, 8 trees were planted in October 1933. In addition to the movie stars, one tree was also planted by the famous baseballer, George Herman "Babe" Ruth.
Inter-Island Tour To Big Island
Big Island Volcano Adventure Tour [H2]

Just as it was for Mark Twain, over a century ago, this is truly the experience of a lifetime!

Your Big Island of Hawaii Tour adventure starts after arriving at Hilo Airport, you will be driven through the town where you can see the famous and historically significant Banyan Tree Drive. The Banyan trees found along this road were planted by religious leaders, political leaders, famous authors, movie stars, world adventurers and local Hawaiians dating back to 1933.

Keep your camera ready for your next stop; Rainbow Falls located at Wailuku River State Park. This 80 foot tall and almost 100 foot wide waterfall flows over a natural lava cave into a large freshwater pool below surrounded by dense tropical fauna. Depending on the day of your tour and the season, you might pay a visit to the world famous Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory.

Volcano Tour From Oahu

The highlight of this tour, and star attraction is the world famous Kilauea Volcano which has been steadily erupting since the 1980's. Your tour guide will entertain and educate with a fully narrated tour as you travel towards the Volcano National Park. Learn about the fascinating history of this location at the nearby Jaggar Museum. Other highlights include the the enormous Thurston Lava Tube, steam vents, Fern Tree Jungle, and the Kilauea Iki Crater.

Tour Highlights

  • Drive through Hilo along Banyan Drive
  • See glorious waterfalls
  • Explore Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park (Admission included)
  • Jaggar Museum and no-host lunch at Volcano House
  • Thurston Lava Tube and Kilauea Iki Crater
  • Visit macadamia nutfactory or Big Island Candies (depending on day and season)
  • Orchid and anthurium nursery

Schedule Information

Departure Time and Return

Pick up Information

Hotel pick up is provided from major Waikiki hotels. Enter the name of your hotel at time of reservation. Please phone our Reservations Department at 1-800-622-3011 or 808-833-3000, 24 hours prior to tour to re-confirm your pick up time and place.
This tour departs Waikiki at approximately 4:30 am and returns at approximately 8:30 pm. Flight schedules change frequently. Please phone our Oahu office at 1-800-622-3011 or 808-833-3000 to confirm pick up time and place.

Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

There is a NO CANCELLATION & NO REFUND on all ONE-DAY FLYAWAY tours. No name or date changes will be honored once booking is confirmed.

Restriction

This tour operates daily.

In order to be in compliance with FAA regulations we require the full names of all persons on tour with air transportation. This name must be exactly as it appears on your valid, government-issued photo identification. Air carriers will deny boarding if the passenger name, as shown does not match name on air ticket. If passenger is denied boarding due to non-compliance with this requirement there will be no refund.

This tour can involve hiking of up to a mile to see the lava flow. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes as this tour traverses sharp, uneven lava surfaces.

We discourage young children, passengers with asthma, or other respiratory conditions to avoid potential health problems due to exposure to fumes. All passengers are required to sign a release of liability form.

We cannot predict weather or lava viewing conditions. Lava viewing features can change hourly. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THE SIGHTING OF ACTIVE LAVA FLOWS. Surface lava may be present but may not be viewable due to environmental conditions or time constraints. When lava enters the ocean, intense heat can produce a plume cloud with dangerous and potentially life threatening toxic gases, super heated steam and hydrochloric acid. Airborne particles are a hazard to your eyes and lungs. Leave area at once. If inland flows are present, and you use caution you may have an opportunity to view fresh lava up close. Follow marked routes and your guides instructions. Molten lava is 2000 degrees F. Keep a safe distance and never go into areas where your escape route may be cut off. Do not throw objects into lava as this can cause burns from spattering lava or eye injuries from airborne volcanic glass. BE AWARE, STAY ALERT, USE CAUTION, DO NOT TAKE CHANCES.

Operates daily

No host lunch at Volcano House (subject to change).

This tour does not operate Christmas, New Year's Day or Thanksgiving.

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Great trip helped by the amazingly cheerful and helpful staff- Thanks guys!

Submitted by Ja (not verified) on Fri, 2009-07-31 14:36.