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 […]

Kona Coffee

Coffee pour with heart

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 […]

TEX DRIVE IN

Man in kitchen 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 Hawaiian […]

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

turtle on black sand beach

MCameron for Royal Hawaiian Movers on respecting the Hawaiian 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 Hawaii as the 50th state. However, if you […]

The Unbelievable Legend Of The Hawaiian Menehune Will Blow You Away

Onomea-Bay-volcano-tour

Megan Shute for Only In Your State on the legend of the Hawaiian 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 Hawaii 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 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 […]

The Pu‘u‘ō‘ō Eruption Lasted 35 Years

Kilaueau Daytime

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 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. […]