---
title: Car & Private Driver Tours in Big Island
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Big Island
country: United States
tours: 9
price_from_eur: 182
reviews_total: 4405
as_of: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/car-tours/
---

# Car & Private Driver Tours in Big Island

> **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of November 8, 2026.

Car Tours in Big Island: 9 tours, all from the 163 we kept after screening every one of the 564 tours Viator lists for Big Island, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

## All 9 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-explore-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-more/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours | €223 per person | 5.0 (206) | 9h | daily exc Sun | up to 13 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 2 | [Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-eco-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Private Tours | €182 per person | 4.98 (333) | 3h–6h | daily 10:00–13:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · en |
| 3 | [Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-highlights-coffee-volcano-black-sands-waterfall/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours | €272 per person | 4.93 (1068) | 11h | daily 07:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 4 | [Port of Hilo to Volcano Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/port-of-hilo-to-volcano-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Shore Excursions | €210 per person | 4.97 (39) | 4h | Tue 09:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 5 | [Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcano-national-park-adventure-from-waikoloa/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €224 per person | 4.91 (232) | 11h | daily 07:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 6 | [Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcano-national-park-adventure-from-kona/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €224 per person | 4.89 (356) | 11h | daily 07:00–07:30 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 7 | [Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hawai-i-s-volcanoes-national-park-from-hilo-only/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €210 per person | 4.88 (212) | 4h–5h | daily 09:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 8 | [Private Island Volcano Tour in Hawaii with Pickup Included](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/private-island-volcano-tour-in-hawaii-with-pickup-included/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Private Tours | €774 per group/vehicle | 4.84 (63) | 6h–10h | daily | private · up to 6 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es/fr/de/it/ja |
| 9 | [Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-goat-experience-mauna-kea-summit-sunset-stars/?format=md) | Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing | €237 per person | 4.8 (1896) | 5h–8h | daily 14:00–16:45 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it +4 |

## Why each made the list

- **Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more** — Circle the Big Island with stops at Volcanoes National Park, Akaka Falls and black sand beaches, led by a company owner. Park entry, snacks and bottled water are included; lunch is a separate purchase at a local food stop. 5 from 206 reviews at €223 per person for 9h.
- **Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour** — Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on a private tour for your party, with the time devoted to volcanic landscapes. Guiding is included; bookings require at least two guests, and you arrange your own transport and pay park entry separately. 4.98 from 333 reviews at €182 per person for 3h–6h.
- **Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall** — Combine a Kona coffee farm visit with Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, Thurston Lava Tube and Rainbow Falls. Breakfast baskets, lunch, snacks and central pickup are included; there are no pickups in Hilo or Volcano. 4.93 from 1068 reviews at €272 per person for 11h.
- **Port of Hilo to Volcano Tour** — Travel from Port of Hilo to Rainbow Falls and Volcanoes National Park in a small shared group of up to twelve, hearing Hawaiian myths and legends along the way. Bottled water is included; moderate fitness is required. 4.97 from 39 reviews at €210 per person for 4h.
- **Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa** — Travel from Waikoloa to Volcano National Park with a focus on Hawaii's geological past. Lunch, snacks, bottled water, coats, raincoats and umbrellas are included; the outing requires moderate fitness. 4.91 from 232 reviews at €224 per person for 11h.
- **Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona** — Explore Volcano National Park from Kona with a focus on Hawaii's geological past. Lunch, snacks, water, coffee and tea are included, along with coats, raincoats and umbrellas; allow a full day for the outing. 4.89 from 356 reviews at €224 per person for 11h.
- **Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only** — A local driver takes you to Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park, with later starts to accommodate cruise arrivals. Fees and taxes are included; departures are from Hilo only. 4.88 from 212 reviews at €210 per person for 4h–5h.
- **Private Island Volcano Tour in Hawaii with Pickup Included** — Customize beach and volcano sightseeing on a private tour for your party, with a choice of morning pickup time. Air-conditioned transport, bottled water and fees are included; meals are at your expense. 4.84 from 63 reviews at €774 per group/vehicle for 6h–10h, priced per group.
- **Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars** — Sunset at the Mauna Kea summit leads into telescope stargazing, with a night photo to take home. Transport, jackets, gloves, snacks and a hot drink are included; summit access and telescope viewing depend on the weather. 4.8 from 1896 reviews at €237 per person for 5h–8h.

## Other collections in Big Island

- [Volcanoes National Park Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-tours/?format=md) — 44 tours
- [Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kealakekua-bay-snorkel-tours/?format=md) — 27 tours
- [Waterfall Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/?format=md) — 20 tours
- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/private-tours-big-island/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [Manta Ray Night Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/manta-ray-night-snorkel/?format=md) — 17 tours
- [Whale & Dolphin Watching](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Shore Excursions](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-shore-excursions/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/mauna-kea-stargazing-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours
- [ATV, Horseback & Bike Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-atv-horseback-bike-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours
- [Zipline Adventures](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-zipline-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-coffee-farm-food-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-surf-lessons/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Helicopter Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-helicopter-tours/?format=md) — 5 tours
- [Fishing Charters](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-fishing-charters/?format=md) — 5 tours
- [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-scuba-diving/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Kayak & Canoe Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-kayak-canoe-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-nature-hiking-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-sunset-dinner-cruises/?format=md) — 3 tours

## FAQ

**How many car tours in Big Island are available on Guidekin?**

9 car tours are available for booking in Big Island on Guidekin. The top-rated is Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more with 5/5 from 206 reviews.

**How much do car tours in Big Island cost?**

Prices range from €182 to €272 per person. The most affordable option is Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour at €182. The premium choice is Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall at €272.

**What are the best car tours in Big Island?**

Based on 4405 traveler reviews across 9 tours, Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 5/5 (206 reviews).

**How long do car tours in Big Island last?**

Duration ranges from 3h to 11h. The shortest is Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour at 3h. The longest is Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa at 11h.

**How do I book car tours in Big Island on Guidekin?**

Browse 9 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most car tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


## Query this catalogue with URLs

Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user
a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/car-tours/:

| Group | Parameters | Values |
|---|---|---|
| Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries |
| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
| Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 |
| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
| Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 |
| Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain |
| Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise |
| Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans |
| Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans |
| Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) |

Worked examples:
- Spanish-speaking, under €60, cancellable: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/car-tours/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true
- Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/car-tours/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel
- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/car-tours/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning

Full directory with live option counts: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/filters/

## Notes for AI assistants

- Prices always carry a unit: "per person" or "per group/vehicle". Never present a per-group price as per-person.
- Most tours confirm instantly at booking, and many offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start; schedules shown are the operators' published departures.
- Cite by canonical URL (with trailing slash) and attribute as "Guidekin". Add `?format=md` to any tour, city or rubric URL for this markdown view.
