Gratitude
Today we are grateful and feel fortunate to live and work in such an incredible place. Much gratitude goes to our guides for sharing their knowledge and love for the island, as well as to our entire Kailani Tours ʻohana who make it all possible. We appreciate our guests for allowing us to create fun, […]
Mauna Loa Eruption
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
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 […]
Kona Coffee
Kona is famous for, among other things, coffee. Volcanic soil, temperate climate and other factors create the perfect environment for this Hawaiian 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 […]
Volcano Watch — Pau or Paused? What’s the difference?
The Hawaiian 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, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, join us on our Volcano Express Tour departing from Kona or Waikoloa. The Halemaʻumaʻu lava lake celebrated its 5-month anniversary by doing what […]
KONA COFFEE HISTORY
Kona Coffee Fest on the history of coffee in Hawaii. 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 […]
How to Road Trip from Kailua-Kona to Hilo
Kevin Allen for Hawaii Magazine on the many tasty stops on a road trip from Kona to Hilo. Visit our website to check out the many luxury tour options of with tasty stops including the famous Punalu’u Bake Shop. Sit back, relax and let us take you on the best road trip on the Big […]
Lāʻau Letters: Native Plants of Kaʻū (Māmane)
Wild Hawaii on the native plants of Ka’u. Join us for the best luxury tour on the Big Island to safely see the raw beauty of the Volcano in comfort. This article by Jodie Rosam was featured in The Kaʻū Calendar News Briefs on October 23rd, 2021. Pahala, Hawaiʻi Welcome to Lāʻau Letters: Native Plants of Kaʻū. […]
The Meaning of the Shaka: Hawaii’s Classic Hand Gesture
M. Cameron for Royal Hawaiian Movers on the famous Hawaiian hand gesture. Sit back, relax and join us for a luxury tour experience on our Volcano Express Tour departing from Kona or Waikoloa. See the beauty and raw nature of the volcano in comfort. Is there a more quintessential Hawaii gesture than the shaka? If […]
The Mysterious Hawaii Road You Absolutely Must Drive At Least Once
Megan Shute for Only In Your State on Saddle Road, the beautiful road connecting west and east on the Big Island. Join us on our Wild & Scenic Volcano Tour to sit back relax and enjoy the rugged and scenic road in comfort and luxury. What the Hawaiian Islands lack in terms of long road […]