SIDES OF THE BIG ISLAND

BIG ISLAND’S WEST AND EAST SIDES BOTH HAVE UNIQUE OFFERINGS Here’s some good information on both sides of the Big Island by Paradise in Hawaiʻi. Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi offers luxury tours on both sides of the Big Island. SUNNY AND DRY WEST SIDE – KONA AND KOHALA COAST The massive mountains on the Big Island […]

The Main Islands of Hawaiʻi

Here’s an informative article by Amanda Briney for Thought Co. on the main islands of Hawaiʻi.  A great way to explore the Big Island in luxury is a tour on Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi Hawaiʻi is the youngest of the 50 states of the U.S. and the only one that is entirely an archipelago, or chain of islands. […]

Kaloko-Honokohau

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park, is a historical landmark visited on Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi Coffee, Cloud Forest, and Brewery Tour.  Here’s some good information from the National Park Society. On the Lava Flows the People Discovered a Spirit… To survive in a hot and arid environment the native Hawaiʻians (kanaka maoli) used ancient fishing skills, including […]

The Big Deal About the Big Island

Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi has many tours to really see the beauty of the Big Island. Here’s a good article on the many attractions that distinguish the Big Island by editors of Travel Muse. From volcanoes to underwater wonders, coffee to ranches, beach resorts to hula dancing, Hawaiʻi has packed a whole lot into one island. […]

Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube)

Thurston Lava Tube is a stop on both Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi – The Deluxe Volcano Tour and The Big Island Circle Tour. Here’s some good information from the National Park Service. Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube), one of many such tubes on the island, was created by a river of molten lava. When a lava tube […]

Hawaiʻi vs Iceland: Which Islands Have The Most Awe-Inspiring Active Volcanoes?

Here’s an interesting article on volcanos in Hawaiʻi vs. Iceland by Aaron Spray for The Travel. Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi will be starting up two new Volcano Tours in the fall. Both islands are known for their active volcanoes and for those fascinated by them, it’s a tough choice deciding which are the best. Iceland and […]

5 Reasons to Explore Both Sides of the Big Island

Here’s a good article from Big Island Guide on exploring the Big Island. Kailani Tours Hawaiʻi is a great way to take it all in. Whether you’re staying on the tropical eastern Hilo side or the sunny western Kona side during your Big Island vacation, there are plenty of reasons explore both sides of the […]

Kilauea

Here’s a good  article with information on Kilauea by the Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. Kilauea is a wonderful stop on Kailani Tours Deluxe Volcano Tour. Kilauea, also called Mount Kilauea, the world’s most active volcanic mass, located on the southeastern part of the island of Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi state, U.S. The central feature of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea (“Much […]

Big Island’s Hamakua Coast: A Fairy Tale Journey

The Hamakua Coast is one of the most breathtaking stretches on the island and is part of the Big Island Circle Tour. Here’s an informative article on the Hamakua Coast by the Hawaiʻi.com team. Although not as well-storied as Maui’s scenic drive to Hana, the 45-mile Hamakua Coast road trip from Hilo to Honoka’a is a […]

What is it about coffee?

As part of the Cloud Forest, Coffee and Brewery Tour, Mountain Thunder Coffee is a popular stop nestled high on the slopes of Hualalai Volcano. Here is an article on the many characteristics of coffee from Harvard Health Publishing. Remember when people (and their doctors) used to worry that coffee would harm their hearts, give […]

Exploring Punalu’u, Hawaiʻi’s Famed Black Sand Beach

Here’s a good article on Punalu’u Beach by Discover Hawaiʻi. This is a favorite stop on the Big Island Circle Tour. Guests to the Hawaiʻian islands dream of marvelous beach fronts with clear waves that rip past the sands of the shore. Pictures and advertisements may depict the tan sand that flows into Hawaiʻi’s clear […]

Rainbow Falls, a Scenic Stop in Hilo

Here’s an informative article on Rainbow Falls by Katie Young Yamanaka for Hawaiʻi.com. Rainbow Falls is a favorite stop on the Big Island Circle Tour. One of the most easily accessible waterfalls on the Big Island, Rainbow Falls is just a quick five-minute drive from downtown Hilo. On sunny days, rainbows appear in the mist […]

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.