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 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 […]
TEX DRIVE IN
Join us on our Wild & Scenic Volcano Tour and enjoy a continental breakfast at the World-famous Tex Drive In in the charming town of Honoka’a. TEX DRIVE IN located on the Big Island, in beautiful Honoka’a, which once was a thriving sugar plantation on the Hamakua Coast. We’ve been serving “ono Kine grindz” (local Hawaiʻian […]
Respect the Culture: Dos and Don’ts When You’re in Hawaiʻi
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
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 Express 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 […]
How to Road Trip from Kailua-Kona to Hilo
Kevin Allen for Hawaiʻi 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 […]
The Pu‘u‘ō‘ō Eruption Lasted 35 Years
The history of the Kilauea Volcano eruption by United States Geological Survey. Our Volcano Express tour departing from Kona or Waikoloa is the best way to focus your tour on this incredible force of nature in comfort and luxury. 1983 – 2018 Pu‘u‘ō‘ō* Eruption The Pu‘u‘ō‘ō eruption began in 1983, and ranks as the longest and […]
Lāʻau Letters: Native Plants of Kaʻū (Māmane)
Wild Hawaiʻi 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: Hawaiʻi’s Classic Hand Gesture
M. Cameron for Royal Hawaiʻian Movers on the famous Hawaiʻian 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 Hawaiʻi gesture than the shaka? If […]
The Mysterious Hawaiʻi 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 Hawaiʻian Islands lack in terms of long road […]