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 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

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 Hawaiʻian […]

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

turtle on black sand beach

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

Onomea-Bay-volcano-tour

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 […]

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

Kilaueau Daytime

The history of the Kilauea Volcano eruption by United States Geological Survey.  Our Volcano Explorer 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

Hawaiian shaka hand gesture

M. Cameron for Royal Hawaiian Movers on the famous Hawaiʻian hand gesture.  Sit back, relax and join us for a luxury tour experience on our Volcano Explorer 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

Saddle Road, Hawaii

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 […]

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.