The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour
Overview
Discover the volcanic wonders of the Big Island on a 5.5 to 6-hour tour that showcases the best of Hilo. This small-group experience allows you to explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, walk on new lava fields, and venture through a 500-year-old lava tube. Led by certified local guides who share the island's cultural and geological stories, this tour guarantees a comfortable and flexible adventure. Ideal for cruise ship passengers, you’ll return to the Port of Hilo on time, ensuring no stress during your visit.
- 6-hour guided tour of Big Island's top volcanic sites
- Small group size of up to 7 guests for personalized attention
- Expert local guides sharing unique cultural insights
- Cruise ship friendly with guaranteed timely return to port
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages Local Juice
- Bottled water
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Fee
- Rainbow Falls
Meeting Location
80 Kuhio Street
Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Richardson Ocean Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Coconut Island (pass by)
Liliʻuokalani Gardens (pass by)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Rainbow Falls
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
- Carbonated beverages. Local Juice.
- Bottled water.
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Fee.
- Rainbow Falls.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Carbonated beveragesLocal Juice
- Bottled water
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Fee
- Rainbow Falls
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
