1-Day Big Island Kalapana and Akaka Falls State Park Tour from Honolulu

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2026

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Price (/Person)

Adult

$490

￥3350

€421

C$679

Child

$460

￥3145

€395

C$638

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Itinerary

Overview

Today we will take a 30-minute hike to the Kalapana lava field of 1985, then we will drive up the east coast of the Big Island to see the views along the way, and to Puhoiki to see the black sand beaches formed during the latest volcanic eruption in 2018. Then we will get back to Hilo for lunch. In the afternoon we will go to the Akaka Falls on the north shore of the Big Island. Stop at the farmer's market for fresh papayas and other tropical seasonal fruits.

Start time: Approx. 9:00am

Hilo, HI

Hilo is the largest city, census-designated place (CDP), and settlement in Hawaii County, Hawaii, which encompasses the Island of Hawai'i. Hilo is the county seat of the County of Hawai'i and is located in the District of South Hilo.

Kalapana Black Sand Beach

Kalapana Black Sand Beach is a volcanic beach that is also an actively erupting area. The Kalapana Lava Viewing Area allows visitors to see the volcano's activity from a safe distance and watch smoke billow up from the water.

Akaka Falls State Park

'Akaka Falls State Park is one of the many parks on the Island of Hawaii, just outside the city of Hilo. The park is named for the ʻAkaka Falls, a 422-foot-tall waterfall on Kolekole Stream in an eroded gorge.

Ending time: Approx. 5:00pm

The above itinerary sequence is for reference only.
In case of attraction closures (due to holidays or construction etc.), tours guide may make some necessary changes to the itinerary accordingly.
Itinerary will be subject to traffic and weather. The sequence of the attractions might be changed according to the actual and practical situation for better service.

Departure & Return

Pickup Service: Complimentary pick-up service is available from most hotels in Waikiki area. Please call local tour operator to re-confirm pick up time.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

Admission to Akaka Falls State Park.
Ground transporation
Tour Guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Round-trip air tickets between Honolulu and Big Island.

Price Excludes

Tips (Arrival transfer $5/person, departure transfer $5/person. One-day tour $12/person)
Checked baggage fees for inter-island flights
Meals
Any personal costs
Airfare between homeland and destination

Additional Note

Inter island air tickets: Price do not include any check-in baggage. Extra charge approx. $40/bag. Tickets pirce are varies, there will be price difference in high season.Air ticket once issued cannot be refund or exchange. If cancel air ticket, penalty charge $120 X 3Ways = $360 per person.

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Redemption

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Terms & Condition

Changes to Reservations Policy:
Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year, National Day or other long weekend holidays are the peak season. Air tickets, transportation, meals and hotel accommodation during the peak season shall not be changed in name, date and itinerary, and the fees are not refundable. For 12/22 - 01/05 period there would be no refund for any change with 30 days prior departure date (notification date and departure date is not accounted) Thank you for understanding.
Any changes made to a reservation will be considered as cancellation and are subject to penalty. The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
TakeTours makes every effort to serve our customers better. We also advise all customers to purchase traveler's insurance in case of interruption, accidents, illness, or anything else that may come up. If a reservation has to be cancelled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far from the departure date the cancellation takes place.(notification date and departure date are not accounted)
15 - 30 days or more days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase amount
8 -14 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount

Within 7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount

Day of departure or no-show - 100% of total purchase amount

Unused features are non-refundable.
In addition, there is 6% handling fee added on to the above penalties.
Outer Island Air Ticket:
Once the air ticket is issued cannot be refund or exchange. (If cancel air ticket, penalty charge $120*3 Ways = $360 per person. We need your passport or picture ID card when we issue outer island air ticket. (Additional check in baggage charges may apply by Airline about $40/bag)
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We are not responsible for any delay or cancellation in the event of any unforseen or predictable circumstances, including traffic congestion, alteration, weather changes, strikes or other factors, such as the cancellation or delay of flight by the airline Compensation.
We will not be liable for any damage to the baggage, handbag, private valuables, etc. If necessary, please purchase your own personal insurance.
Air Tickets, transportation, meals and hotel accommodation during peak season shall not be changed in name, date and itinerary and the fees are not refundable. Thank you for your understanding.
Hotel: Check-in is 15:00 PM. If guests check out one day early before their departure date and there is no refund for early check out. Hotel will fully charge all stays.
After arriving in Hawaii, guests are automatically given up on any sightseeing itinerary and hotel accommodation due to personal factors, we will not refund or will not be responsible for any compensation to the guests.

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