Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer
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Who this tour fits
Age bands that meet this tour's minimum age.
- Minimum age
- 0 years
- Physical intensity
- low
- Group type
- Yes
- Duration
- 450 minutes
- What's included
- Lunch, Guide, Transportation
Verified Sep 9, 2026. Confirm with the operator when booking.
About this tour
Visit Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, and historic Hilo on this all-inclusive 7-8 hour guided tour. At Punalu'u, walk the striking jet-black shoreline formed from cooled basaltic lava and watch for endangered Hawaiian green sea turtles and hawksbill turtles basking on the sand. The beach also features freshwater tide pools and a scenic lily pond.
The Volcanoes National Park portion includes the Kilauea Visitor Center, Halema'uma'u Crater, steam vents, Kilauea Iki Overlook, and the Thurston Lava Tube. The Hilo Discovery loop covers Rainbow Falls, Queen Lili'uokalani Gardens, the King Kamehameha statue, and a scenic drive through the historic town.
Lunch, snacks, and drinks included. Pickup from Hilo hotels, airport, or cruise ship port. Easy walking on mostly level terrain with some uneven surfaces. All ages welcome; child car seats available with advance notice. Cruise passengers receive a full refund if their ship cannot dock.
Why book this operator
- Local operator in Pāhoa
- 5 out of 5 (3 Google reviews)
How booking here works
We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Guide
- Transportation
Not included
- Gratuity
Tour details
- Difficulty Level
- Easy
- Duration
- 7-8 Hours
- Food Included
- full_meal
- Guided
- Yes
- Includes
- Lunch, Guide, Transportation
- Meeting Location
- Hilo Locations (Kona Locations available for Private/Custom Tours)
- Minimum Age
- 0 years
- Physical Intensity
- low
- Private Option
- Yes
- Private Option Available
- Yes
- Total Duration
- 450 minutes
- Transport Included
- meeting_point_only
Frequently asked questions
How long is Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer?
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer lasts about 450.
How much does Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer cost?
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer ranges from $149 to $179 per person, depending on the option you choose.
Is there a minimum age for Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer?
There is no minimum age for Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer, so all ages are welcome.
Where does Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer meet?
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer meets at Hilo Locations (Kona Locations available for Private/Custom Tours).
What is included with Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer?
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer includes Lunch, Guide, and Transportation.
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