Big Island Grand Circle Island Tour

See the highlights of the entire Big Island in a single day on this top-rated 11-hour circle island tour. Rated #1 of 292 outdoor activities in Kailua-Kona on TripAdvisor with over 6,500 reviews, this full-day nature tour takes you through 8 of the world's 13 climate zones — from volcanic landscapes and tropical rainforests to black sand beaches and cascading waterfalls.

Your day includes a Kona coffee farm visit with tastings, Punalu'u Black Sand Beach to spot green sea turtles, and an in-depth exploration of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park including steam vents, Kīlauea craters, and the 600-foot Thurston Lava Tube. Continue to two of the island's most iconic waterfalls — the 442-foot Akaka Falls and 80-foot Rainbow Falls — before driving the scenic Hamakua Coast to the breathtaking Waipio Valley Lookout for sunset views.

A local-style picnic lunch, assorted juices, snacks, bottled water, park entrance fees, jackets, and rain gear are all included. Pickup from major hotels and resorts in Keauhou, Kona, Waikoloa, and Kohala between 7-8 AM.

Also available as a private tour. Guests must be age 5-89 and able to walk moderate distances on uneven terrain. Maximum 13 guests per tour. Minimum 4 guests required to operate.