Mauna Loa Eruption

Mauna Loa Erupting

For the first time in nearly 40 years, we are seeing a dual eruption of both Kīlauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes, and we are humbled and excited to have the opportunity to witness this incredible and rare experience! ⁣ ⁣ Heightened activity at the summit of Mauna Loa over the last couple months created a […]

Ohelo Plant

Ohelo Plant

While visiting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park during summer and fall, you may notice these bright red to yellow berries growing from the ʻōhelo plant. The ʻōhelo is an endemic species to Hawaiʻi, and is one of the first plants to sprout from new lava flows.⁣ ⁣ Related to blueberries and cranberries, ʻōhelo are tart when […]

Saddle Road

Saddle Road Big island, Hawaii

Saddle Road is also known as Hawaiʻi Route 200 and is 52 miles long.  As it covers the raised slopes between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa like a saddle. The road connects Kona on the west to Hilo on the east and is a beautiful drive that shouldn’t be missed.  Join us on our Wild […]

Kona Coffee

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Kona is famous for, among other things, coffee.  Volcanic soil, temperate climate and other factors create the perfect environment for this Hawaiʻian treasure.  Our Big Island Circle, Deluxe Volcano Experience and Coffee, Cloud, Forest & Brewery Tours include a stop at a Coffee farm where you can sample a wide selection of Kona coffees. Our […]

The Six Active Hawaiʻian Volcanoes

Join us on one of our Volcano Tours to experience the raw beauty the Kilauea volcano – the most active volcano on the Big Island. Judy Speegle for A-Z Animals on the six active volcanoes on the Big Island. Volcanoes seem like a distant reality, not something that could affect us here in this day […]

Volcano Watch — Pau or Paused? What’s the difference?

Halemaumau eruption

The Hawaiʻian Volcano Observatory on the May 2021 pause of Halema’uma’u lava lake at Kilauea.  If you want to focus on the crown jewel of the Big Island, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, join us on our Volcano Explorer Tour departing from Kona or Waikoloa. The Halemaʻumaʻu lava lake celebrated its 5-month anniversary by doing what […]

Hawaiʻi: 7 spectacular waterfalls turn the Big Island misty

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Tom Bentley for the Mercury News on Big Island waterfalls.  Our Wild & Scenic Volcano Tour will bring you to the famous Rainbow Falls in comfort and luxury. HILO, Hawaiʻi — The sights and sounds of falling water trip the senses. The noise alone — the gushing, the rolling, the crashing, the sprinkling — is […]

14 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About The History Of Hawaiʻi

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Megan Shute for Only In Your State on unknown historical facts of Hawaiʻi.  Join us and our informative guides to sit back, relax in luxury and learn of the history and culture of the Big Island. Hawaiʻi has an extremely intriguing history, from the tale of how the islands were first settled, to the relationship […]

KONA COFFEE HISTORY

Kona Coffee Fest on the history of coffee in Hawaiʻi.  The Kona Coffee Festival is from November 4th to the 13th.  Join us on our Big Island Circle Tour and visit the Premium Kona Coffee Farm to taste the famous coffee from Kona. How did this ornamental tree imported into Honolulu in about 1813 by […]

Respect the Culture: Dos and Don’ts When You’re in Hawaiʻi

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MCameron for Royal Hawaiʻian Movers on respecting the Hawaiʻian Culture.  Let our informative guides educate you on the history and culture of the best of the  Big Island as you sit back in comfort and luxury on one of our many tour offerings. Today, many people know Hawaiʻi as the 50th state. However, if you […]

The Unbelievable Legend Of The Hawaiʻian Menehune Will Blow You Away

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Megan Shute for Only In Your State on the legend of the Hawaiʻian Menehune.  Join us in comfort and luxury to experience the raw beauty and culture of the Big Island.  Kailani Tours has over ten years experience with the best guides offering a front row seat on the best the island has to offer. […]

Big Island Candies

Our Volcano Explorer Tour is a great tour for those who want to focus on the Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and departs from either Kona or Waikoloa.  The tour that departs from Waikoloa finishes off with a stop at Big Island Candies which is the ultimate in candy shops located in Hilo.  Big Island Candies […]

Great Tour Guarantee

At Kailani Tours, our top priority is delivering unforgettable Big Island experiences. We’re confident that you’ll find our tours enriching and well worth your time. If for any reason you feel otherwise, please tell us. We’ll make it right, whether that means inviting you on another tour, issuing a refund, or providing a voucher for a future visit. Your time is precious, and we’re honored that you choose to spend it exploring the Big Island with us.

Here’s what we cannot guarantee:

You will see active lava flows

Mother Nature has her own schedule, and while we wish we could promise a spectacular lava show, it’s truly up to the forces of the earth.

You’ll have full access to every part of the parks.

Volcano National Park areas are subject to closures based on safety assessments by park officials. As always, safety is our top priority and we can easily adapt our itinerary to make sure you get the best experience possible.

You’ll experience perfect weather

The Big Island’s weather can be as unpredictable as it is beautiful. We can’t guarantee sunshine and clear skies every day, but the dynamic weather is part of the island’s charm.

We value your decision to discover the Big Island with us, and we’re committed to making your tour a highlight of your Hawaii visit.

FREE CANCELLATIONS

With Trip Protection (Highly Recommended)

For a small fee (15%), Trip Protection allows you to cancel or reschedule your tour at any time – for any reason – up to 1 hour prior to trip departure. You will be reimbursed for the FULL amount of each ticket, less the cost of trip protection and processing fees. 

You may opt in or opt out of Trip Protection at the time of booking, either online or over the phone.

Without Trip Protection

You may cancel or reschedule your tour up to 48 hours before your tour’s scheduled departure to avoid fees or penalties. 

Refunds are not possible within 48 hours of your tour’s departure time, however, we will make every effort to accommodate rescheduling your booking to another date, if you so desire.

Please Note: Our tours operate rain or shine, though itineraries may be adjusted in response to severe weather conditions. Access to certain parts of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, including during events like active lava flows or eruptions, may be restricted or closed by park officials without notice. In such cases, Kailani Tours does not offer partial refunds for any part of the tour affected by these restrictions.

With our vast experience navigating these occasional closures, you can trust that we will make the absolute most of your day with us, no matter the conditions.

Lowest Price Guarantee

We guarantee the absolute lowest price on all experiences we sell. If you find the same product cheaper within three days of booking or while you’re in your destination, we’ll refund the difference.

It’s Easy To Do: 

Gather your information

Assemble your Kailani Tours receipt and the proof of the lower price you found.

Send it to us

Email [email protected] with the documents, your name, and your home address. 

We’ll review 

We’ll examine your materials and get in touch as soon as we can. 

Receive your refund 

If everything checks out, we’ll refund you the difference between the two prices.