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Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

4.7 · 435 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 93% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Big Island Operated by Polynesian Adventure Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
10h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
07:30, 08:15 · Hotel pickup included
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore Hilo Town and the craters of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with a helicopter flight available as an option.

Lunch, admission fees and pickup at selected Hilo hotels are included; lava sightings are not guaranteed. 4.7 from 435 reviews at €185 per person for 10h 30m.

In our comparison: #43 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Sightseeing Tour (no heli)The page pricePickup included€185
Sightseeing + Helicopter TourOptional Helicopter Ride Pickup included€688

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at specific Hilo hotels
  • Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Admission Fees
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.7
435 ratings
Tripadvisor 328 · Viator 107

93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 405 of 435

Star breakdown of all 435 ratings

5 stars
354 · 81%
4 stars
51 · 12%
3 stars
16 · 4%
2 stars
7 · 2%
1 star
7 · 2%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
07:30, 08:15 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Polynesian Adventure Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to active volcanoes and historic craters. Delight in the charming vistas of Hilo Town. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will enrich your journey with tales of the area's legends, history, and culture, highlighting scenic wonders throughout the tour.

Note: This tour is available with hotel pickups exclusively in the Hilo area (Not Kona).

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A light sweater may be needed at the volcano area and sturdy walking shoes are required
  • Passengers with asthma and other respiratory problems should please consider other tour offerings to avoid potential health problems resulting from exposure to fumes

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Volcanoes National Park Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #43 of 44€18510h 30m4.7 (435)shared
Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour€1706h5.0 (657)shared
Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour€1823h4.98 (333)private
Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more€2239h5.0 (206)shared

Ranked #43 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €127 to €537, median €181; typical length 6h. 8 of 44 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 44 Volcanoes National Park Tours

From €185 per adult · Sightseeing Tour (no heli)