Pele
ʻO Pele ke akua wahine o ka lua. – “Pele is the goddess of the crater.” And those of us in Hawaiʻi know that she goes where she pleases. This Hawaiʻian deity is embodied by the lava and all elemental forces associated with volcanic activity. She is both creator of new land and […]
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 […]
Saddle Road
Saddle Road is also known as Hawaiʻi Route 200 and is 52 miles long. As it covers the raised slopes between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa like a saddle. The road connects Kona on the west to Hilo on the east and is a beautiful drive that shouldn’t be missed. Join us on our Wild […]
Both A Restaurant And Art Gallery, Hawaiʻi’s Bamboo Restaurant Is An Underrated Day Trip Destination
Hawi is a beautiful town in the north of the Big Island. Melissa Mahoney for Only In Your State on the eclectic Bamboo Restaurant and Art Gallery. Join us on one of our luxury tours to experience the culture and history of the best of the Big Island. Delicious food can be found throughout the […]
Hamakua Coast
The Hamakua Coast is on the northeast side of the Big Island just above Hilo. The Hawaiʻian name Hamakua means “Breath of God” and based on its’ beauty it’s easy to see how it got the handle. The Hamakua Coast drive is 45 miles long and our Big Island Circle Tour and Wild & Scenic […]
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 […]
Winter on the Big Island
Winter is a great time to visit the Big Island. The weather is warm and sunny! It’s also a great time to visit the Kilauea Volcano. Our volcano express tour is the best way to focus on the volcano while spending less time on the road. Pick a daytime tour or nighttime tour and depart […]
Volcano Watch — Pau or Paused? What’s the difference?
The Hawaiʻian 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, Hawaiʻi 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 […]
Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation
Our Coffee, Cloud Forest & Brewery Tour showcases the best of Kona in a half-day tour. Learn about the history and culture of ancient fishponds. We stop at Mountain, Thunder Coffee Plantation which is located on the slopes of Hualalai and offers a farm tour, tasting and gift shop.
KONA COFFEE HISTORY
Kona Coffee Fest on the history of coffee in Hawaiʻi. 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 […]