--- title: Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 159 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.64 reviews: 89 duration_minutes: 360 duration_max_minutes: 420 languages: [cmn, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 38 of 44 (Volcanoes National Park Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcano-national-park-and-rainbow-fall-in-hilo-hawaii/ --- # Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii **Guidekin's take:** Combine Rainbow Falls and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park with Hilo Bayfront Beach Park and Downtown Hilo. Park admission and Hilo hotel, port or airport transfers are included; buy your own lunch at the meal stop. 4.64 from 89 reviews at €159 per person for 6h–7h. In our comparison: #38 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience the best of Hilo and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on this unforgettable tour. Pass by the serene Liliʻuokalani Gardens, the largest Edo-style Japanese garden outside of Japan, then take in the scenic coastline at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. Enjoy the historic charm of Downtown Hilo, where plantation-era buildings and vibrant storefronts line the streets. Witness the breathtaking Rainbow Falls, cascading 80 feet into a lava cave steeped in Hawaiian legend. Treat yourself to handcrafted chocolates and macadamia nut cookies at Big Island Candies. Finally, explore the dramatic landscapes of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, home to the world’s most active volcano, Kīlauea. Walk through the Thurston Lava Tube, feel the heat from geothermal steam vents, and journey along Chain of Craters Road, surrounded by vast fields of hardened lava. This tour is the perfect blend of history, nature, and adventure! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Food not included: Not included but a stop will be made where… **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €159 per person - Duration: 6h–7h - Rating: 4.64/5 from 89 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Green Travel & Tour - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Chinese, English - Tickets: Admission included - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.64 from 89 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 82 of 89. - 5 stars: 68 (76%) - 4 stars: 14 (16%) - 3 stars: 3 (3%) - 2 stars: 4 (4%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | English Language Tour | €159 / person | English | Pickup included | | Chinese Language Tour | €159 / person | Chinese | Pickup included | ## What's included - Entry/Admission - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Hilo Hotel pick up and drop off - Experienced Guide - Port of Hilo pick up and drop off - Hilo Airport(ITO) pick up and drop off ## Not included - Gratuities/Tips - Not included but a stop will be made where guests can get lunch. ## Itinerary 1. **Lili'uokalani Gardens** (pass by, no stop) - Lili’uokalani Gardens, is the largest, authentic Edo-style ornamental garden outside of Japan. Liliuokalani Gardens features Japanese imported stone lanterns, sculptures, arched bridges and gazebos from as early as 1916. The garden highlights plant species and building styles... 2. **The Hilo bayfront Beach Park was conveniently located in the town of Hilo, wh...** (20m) - The Hilo bayfront Beach Park was conveniently located in the town of Hilo, which is also known as Crescent Bay and it is one of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Hilo. It is also the largest sandiest beach in the Hilo area. 3. **Historic charm of Plantation-era buildings, colorful storefronts and Hilo's L...** (pass by, no stop) - Historic charm of Plantation-era buildings, colorful storefronts and Hilo's Landmarks. All located in the heart of Hilo Bay. 4. **Rainbow Falls** (30m) - The Rainbow Falls cascade 80 ft over a lava cave that, according to legends, is home to the ancient Hawaiian goddess Hina, the goddess of the moon. The short climb to the top of the rainbow falls is well worth the effort. As you climb up along the left shoulder of the falls... 5. **Big Island Candies** (20m) - Established in 1977, Big Island Candies is home to Hawaii’s finest cookies, chocolates and confections. Only the freshest, highest quality ingredients go into their products. They proudly feature Big Island macadamia nuts and 100% pure Kona and Ka`u coffee from farms on... 6. **Hawaii Volcanoes National Park** (2h; admission included) - The park climbs from sea level to more than 13,000-feet, encompasses two volcanoes – Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes and Maunaloa, the world’s largest active subaerial volcano – and six of Earth’s climate zones along the way. On this tour, we will get a... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The 6-7 hours was the hours from the begging of the tour to the end of the tour, which includes the transportation time and lunch time. The tour will include some walking activities, so be sure to wear somfortable walking shoes or sneakers. ## Compared with other Volcanoes National Park Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #38 of 44** | €159 | 6h–7h | 4.64 (89) | shared | | [Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/hawaii-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-hilo-highlights-day-tour/?format=md) | €170 | 6h | 5.0 (657) | shared | | [Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-eco-tour/?format=md) | €182 | 3h | 4.98 (333) | private | | [Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more](/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-explore-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-more/?format=md) | €223 | 9h | 5.0 (206) | shared | Ranked #38 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-tours/?format=md ## More in Big Island - All Big Island tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcano-national-park-and-rainbow-fall-in-hilo-hawaii/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md