Akaka Falls Tour - Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Discovery
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Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Akaka Falls is a towering waterfall, cascading 442 feet (135 meters) down into a lush gorge. Your all inclusive tour includes the Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer packages.
As a locally owned and operated tour company based on Hawaiʻi Island, we offer immersive, guided experiences while sharing not just the breathtaking beauty of volcanoes, waterfalls, and valleys – but the stories, language, and spirit that make these places sacred. Our expertly guided tours highlight the island’s natural beauty, rich history, and volcanic landscapes. We also offer custom and private tours!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Akaka Falls State Park
On this all-inclusive tour, you will experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Nestled within a dense rainforest just north of Hilo, this scenic wonder is home to one of the most iconic waterfalls in all of Hawai‘i – ‘Akaka Falls.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Also included in the excursion is the Volcano Explorer which is a drive through Chain of Craters Road and Crater Rim Drive, scenic stops, as well as a self guided visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: - Kīlauea Visitor Center - Halemaʻumaʻu Crater (Uēkahuna Look Out) - Steamy Haʻakulamanu (Sulphur Banks) - Kīlauea Iki Overlook - Thurston Lava Tube
What‘s Included
We provide Turkey Sandwiches for lunch (Please let us know if you require a vegetarian option)
Alcohol – Consumption and possession of alcohol on the van is strictly prohibited on the tour.
Pickup points
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
175 Banyan Dr Hilo United States
Hilo Intl Airport
2450 Kekuanaoa St Hilo United States
SCP Hilo Hotel
126 Banyan Way Hilo United States
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - A Doubletree By Hilton
93 Banyan Drive, Hilo United States
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
71 Banyan Drive Hilo United States
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Akaka Falls Tour - Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Discovery
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Local legend tour guide!
Stephen B,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00David is very good at showing the best of Hilo. He a local pro surfer and born and raised in Hilo. Preorder your lunch to get what you want.
Amazing Volcano
Enid H,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a once in a lifetime experience. We were blessed to see the Volcano erupting. Akaka Falls was also beautiful. Enjoyed walking through Thurston Laba tube! Amazing day! Dave was great, honest and informative. Mahalo
Absolutely incredible!
Aroundtheplate,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely incredible! We got to see so much of the volcanoes, right up to the crater, we went through the lava tubes and a bunch of other photo stops! We saw rainbow falls, akaka falls, the statue, and a bunch of other places including the black sand beaches and everything in between! Our tour guide Holley was really knowledgeable, gave us plenty of time to see things, nothing felt rushed and it was so much fun! The lunch and snacks were great, they waited to pick us up at the port and then ensured we were back well before our ships departure time, everything was very organised, a truly exciting day and the best excursion I've done in a long time! Will definitely book more trips when visiting the big island in the future! Thank you for an incredible experience that really made our holiday!
This was my kind of tour
Bruce B,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really had a great tour with Holley. She did her best to arrange our tour to avoid rain. Hilo weather just did cooperate though and it rained a lot at each of our stops around Hilo. Holley went out her way to make us comfortable and to make sure we had umbrellas at the rainy stops. The umbrellas made a big difference and more than once I was asked where we found the umbrellas. Other passengers from our cruise ship recognized us. (We are finishing a 54 day cruise with them.). We were so glad that we had this tour as opposed to the ones offered by the ship. There were five guests on our tour. We were very comfortable in the van. The falls were very nice especially Akaka falls. The part of the tour in Volcanos National Park was everything I could have hoped for (other an active eruption, but that just bad timing on our part). The time spent at each location easily met our needs and expectations. The weather was perfect in the park with excellent visibility. Holley is a knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide. We highly recommend this tour and Holley as your guide.
Wonderful tour with Holly.
Stacy P,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day exploring and learning about Hilo. What a gift to learn so much from Holly out tour guide.
Beautiful natural wonders
joyrP3772IS,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was awesome and we had a fantastic time
Amazing Tour
R95QUevelyns,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dave are tour guide was great. Very knowledgeable and had fun stories. Amazing tour!
Excellent day on Hilo
patesthree2016,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Dave Chappell was friendly and knowledgeable. They accommodated us very last minute because I entered the date incorrectly on a different tour. They go above and beyond on customer service. Both sets of falls were amazing and our entry fees were completely covered for the falls and the Volcano National Park. They also brought us sandwiches, snacks and drinks! We highly enjoyed our tour and recommend Aloha Aina to you!!
Beautiful and worth it.
Ileana C,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful sights, all day experience. The whole tour is well worth it. Our tour guide Dave was excellent and very knowledgeable. The volcano park was open and the lava tube was spectacular. The waterfalls were amazing. Our turkey sandwiches were really good too.
Unexpected Bonus
Wander787600,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had limited time while visiting the island on our cruise. This tour offered a comprehensive way to see the many sites. Our guide Dave did a great job accommodating everyone’s needs. There was a small mix up in the beginning about where our tour was supposed to be going, but it ended up better than we expected. We got to see some unexpected sites including black sand beach and ended our day with viewing sea turtles and a double rainbow. Highly recommend!
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