Oahu to Hilo Day Tour: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Adventure

Embark on an all-inclusive island-hopping adventure from Oahu to Hilo. Explore active volcanoes, enjoy a helicopter tour, and indulge in the beauty of Hawaii’s natural wonders.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Banyan Drive - Drive through quaint Hilo Town along magnificent Banyan tree-lined streets along Hilo’s coastline known as the “Hilo Walk of Fame”.
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Home to Hawaii’s active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa. Kilauea’s latest eruption in June 2023 spewed fountains of lava up to 50 feet high.
  • Chain of Craters Road - Chain of Craters Road is a 19-mile (31 km) long winding paved road through the East Rift and coastal area of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii. Some areas are inaccessible.
  • Kilauea Volcano - Active shield volcano housed in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Last erupted in June 2023 when vents spewed lava from within Halema’uma’u, a pit crater in the volcano’s summit caldera.
  • Steam Vents - See and feel the power of the volcano through the steam vents, where ground water seeps into volcanic rock.
  • Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube - Tropical forest area featuring a long, subterranean cave formed by ancient flowing lava.
  • Akaka Falls State Park - Beautiful waterfall, easily viewable from a lookout point and surrounded by a verdant jungle.
  • Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Mandatory 45 minute safety briefing at 3:00 PM and 45 minute helicopter tour at 3:45 PM. Kilauea fly-over is not guaranteed; dependent on existing weather conditions.
What's Included
  • Round-trip interisland airfare (additional charges may apply)
  • Guided tour with professional narration
  • Lunch included
  • Comfortable travel with air conditioning
  • 45-minute scenic helicopter tour by Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Helicopter comfort seat surcharge (for those over 240 lbs.)
  • Airline flight overage charges
Additional Information

Take a day to explore another piece of paradise on our fully catered island-hopping adventure. Treat yourself on your holiday while we take care of everything! Your journey includes roundtrip air tickets from Oahu to Hilo, transfers from Hilo Airport (ITO) to your destinations, a guided land tour complete with lunch, and an exciting 45-minute helicopter trip with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.

Embark on our complete Volcano Adventure that takes you to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to marvel at the world-renowned, recently erupted, live volcanoes - Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will narrate the folklore and reveal the cultural importance of notable locations, whilst highlighting natural beauty spots along the route. The day caps off with the helicopter tour in the afternoon that provides an airborne view of the most recent volcanic activities (dependent on weather), along with stunning glimpses of waterfalls and towering mountains surrounded by lush, green valleys.

  • Passengers must provide full name as shown on ID, date of birth, and gender at the time of booking per TSA requirements
  • Once reservation is made, tour is non-refundable and non-changeable
  • Interisland flight times and routes are subject to change
  • Special needs requests must be called in to the local supplier at least 1 week prior to tour date
  • Weight Restrictions: Due to FAA regulations, all passengers and bags must be weighed at check-in for the helicopter tour. Each passenger weighing over 240 pounds will be contacted and assessed a ‘comfort seat’ charge for an additional seat, payable directly to the tour operator. This is for the safety and comfort of all passengers. It is important to provide accurate body weight at checkout.
  • The interisland airfare may fluctuate based on flight availability. Additional fees may be required to be paid by the customer in these cases.
  • Passengers with asthma and other respiratory problems should please consider other tour offerings to avoid potential health problems resulting from exposure to fumes
  • Lava sightings not guaranteed
  • IMPORTANT: The name you enter at the time of booking must exactly match what appears on your valid government-issued I.D. photo I.D. that you will use during travel. This is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and FAA requirement and there is no flexibility with this policy. A valid government-issued ID (passport for non-US citizens) is required on the day of travel. If a passenger is denied boarding, there will be no refund.
  • If the helicopter tour is cancelled by the provider, you’ll receive a refund for the helicopter portion (at a rate determined by the tour provider) and be welcomed on an extended sightseeing tour. If you choose to abort the sightseeing portion of the tour and would like to return to Honolulu earlier than your return flight is scheduled, you will be responsible for all flight change fees with the airlines. A refund for the sightseeing portion of the tour is not guaranteed. Before aborting the tour, you are required to contact the tour provider.
Location
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Rodgers Boulevard
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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94krzysztofd
Jul 13, 2024
Awesome Tony - Tony, my guide and driver was amazing, making up with his vivacity and gift of the gab for the quiet of the dormant volcanoes. I was lucky to have Tony by my side as he has lived much of his life almost on a rift. Thus, he provides experience and insight of an eye-witness. Everything during the tour went smoothly and always on time. A lot of awe-inspiring views and places, fuelling reflections on the instant changeability and unpredictability of nature. Yet, most of all ask for Tony!
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Passenger599706
Jun 15, 2024
Had a beautiful time! - Had another great day with tour driver, Kimoke'o. Going to hate to see him go as our tours with him are coming to an end. Would definitely recommend him for anyone else.
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Kpr635co
May 14, 2024
Wonderful and so beautiful - The trip was wonderful. It was NCL - best of Hilo tour! On May 14, 2024 The guide Albert was very knowledge, and we had tons of fun! Thanks!
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Daytrip39468447954
Apr 30, 2024
Stunning scenery and knowledgeable guide - We booked the trip up as part of our holiday in Hawaii, and it didn't disappoint. The tour bus was waiting for us once our plane landed and once we had a full coach we departed. Dexter the tour guide was fantastic and told us so much about Big Island. The helicopter trip was also fantastic.
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T445whmichellew
Mar 23, 2024
Fantastic, breath taking, unmissable tour - FANTASTIC!! so well organised, with easy instructions and everything went smoothly! THe ground tour was great, lovely guide that was very knowledgeable and went out of his way to accommodate all. the Helicopter just took the tour to new heights and really help take it all in! Not to be missed
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Marileemohr
Mar 21, 2024
Fantastic - Kimokeo was a wonderful tour guide. Very Knowledgeable about the history and so kind. Find him you will really enjoy his tour! Mahalo.
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892saul
Jan 12, 2024
Great - A wonderful trip to the American island of Hawai'i, the driver was so funny and cute. I come from Vietnam . Thank you driver
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209anissat
Dec 9, 2023
Great - Mahalo was the best diver and guide has the best 3 days ever and would def recommend to all my friends and family
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Pablog619
Jul 30, 2023
Dexter is the boss! - Great experience. We did not do the helicopter part. Our guide Dexter was the best! If you go in this tour, ask for him. What a treat!
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Roam56151301658
Jul 17, 2024
Lovely time - Good guided tour. Was expecting to see Volcano crater closely. Road trip guide Dexter was amazing. lovely time in the Black ocean beach.
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