[Hawaii] Big Island Day Tour - Hilo IN (Korean Guide)

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A special trip you can only experience on Hawaii's Big Island, an island of still-living volcanoes!

Centered around Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this tour allows you to experience firsthand the overwhelming scale of active volcanoes and the wonders of nature.

Due to the nature of active volcanoes, you cannot always see lava, but during an eruption, you can observe the spectacular sight of flowing lava from afar, offering an even more special moment.

In addition, explore various attractions such as Liliuokalani Park and the Big Island Candies Factory to experience a special moment unlike any other trip, encompassing nature, culture, and relaxation.

[1] Big Island Day Tour Information

• Meeting Time and Place: Hotel in the Waikiki area / 5:00 AM – 7:00 AM

The exact meeting time and location will be provided via KakaoTalk one day before the tour.

√ Pickup is only available from hotels within Waikiki.

For some hotels, vehicle parking is not available, so pickup may be arranged at a nearby designated location.

√ If staying outside of Waikiki, you must arrange your own transportation to Honolulu Airport, and there is no additional charge.

• Duration: Approximately 12 hours

• Language: Korean

• Tour Vehicle Information

Vehicles are assigned based on the number of users on the relevant date, and vehicle selection is not available.

Mini Bus (22-seater) / Sprinter (15-seater)

• Exclusions: Guide tip $10 per person / Restaurant tip $3 per person / Other personal expenses and gratuities

• Inclusions: Inter-Hawaii flight tickets - Honolulu to Big Island (optional exclusion) / Round-trip pickup service from Waikiki hotels (optional exclusion) / Big Island Korean-speaking guide / Lunch / Entrance fees

This is a group tour conducted with other travelers, so please arrive 10 minutes before the meeting time.

[2] Big Island Day Tour Highlights

• Comfortable travel

Travel comfortably by car for the entire trip, from hotel pickup to transfers to Honolulu Airport and transportation within the Big Island.

• Experience the largest active volcano on Earth

You can observe magnificent volcanic activity up close, such as craters, lava rocks in various places along the road, and rising white smoke.

• Passionate Korean Guide

We provide not only fun and detailed explanations of tourist attractions, but also tips for taking the perfect photo and great travel tips for Hawaii.

• Comprehensive Core Course

This is an efficient itinerary that allows you to visit all the major attractions of the Big Island in just one day.

[3] Big Island Day Tour Course

1. Meeting with guide and transfer to Honolulu Airport (around 5:00 AM – 7:00 AM)

After meeting the guide at your hotel or a designated pickup location, transfer to Honolulu Airport.

2. Board domestic flight (Travel from Oahu to Hill)

You can purchase a simple breakfast, snacks, drinks, etc. at the airport.

• Flight Check-in Time: Approximately 60 minutes to 2 hours before departure

• Travel time to Hilo Airport: Approximately 50 minutes to 1 hour

• Airlines: Hawaiian Airlines or Southwest Airlines

3. Meet the guide after arriving at Hilo Airport

After arriving at Hilo Airport, we will proceed with the guide meeting.

4. Move to Richardson Black Sand Beach

Enjoy the unique natural landscape formed by volcanic activity at the black sand beach near Hilo Airport.

5. Liliuokalani Garden

It is a Japanese-style garden in Hawaii that offers views of Hilo Bay.

6. Big Island Candies

As a representative cookie brand of the Big Island, it is famous for its shortbread and guava macadamia nut cookies.

You can experience Hawaiian specialties by touring both the factory and the store.

7. Lunch – Local Cuisine (Fairway Grill)

Enjoy local-style meals consisting of a variety of menu items such as hamburgers, chicken, steak, and seafood.

※ The menu is subject to change depending on local circumstances.

8. Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm

At the store, you can sample and purchase macadamia nut products of various flavors, and they are also highly popular as souvenirs from Hawaii.

9. Exploring the World's Largest Active Volcano, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

This is a key itinerary for experiencing the grandeur of nature and the mysterious volcanic terrain firsthand.

Explore the major attractions along the drive course centered around the Kilauea Caldera.

Kilauea Overlook: A representative viewpoint offering a panoramic view of the active volcano's crater.

Steam Vents: A natural phenomenon where steam rises due to geothermal heat.

Volcano House: A scenic viewpoint located right in front of the crater.

Kilauea Iki Trail: A popular trekking course where you walk directly on solidified lava

Lava Tube: Exploring the interior of a cave formed by flowing lava

Lava Fields: Vast expansive lava fields

Hōlei Sea Arch: A spectacular natural arch formed by rocky coastal cliffs

10. Depart from Hilo Airport → Arrive at Honolulu Airport, then drop off at hotel

Arrive at Honolulu Airport after a flight of approximately 50 minutes to 1 hour.

Upon arrival, we will safely transport you to your hotel or a designated pickup location by vehicle.

[4] Big Island Volcano National Park Tour Notes

[ Regarding Reservations and Process ]

√ Reservations are available for groups of 2 or more. Please inquire separately for single-person reservations.

√ The minimum number of participants is 2, and the tour may be changed or canceled if the minimum number of participants is not met by 7 days prior to the tour.

√ When booking without flight ticket + airport transfer, please be sure to provide flight information (time and reservation number).

√ When booking with airfare included, a copy of your passport is requested to ensure the accuracy of the reservation.

[ Flight and Schedule Information ]

Flights will operate on the same schedule whenever possible, but there may be a difference of approximately 10 minutes to 1 hour depending on seat availability.

√ Separate compensation or refunds due to airline delays are not available.

√ We do not recommend making restaurant reservations after the tour ends, as flights back to Oahu may be delayed.

[ Pickup and Transportation ]

√ When transferring between Waikiki hotels and the airport, additional stops may be made at nearby hotels to pick up other guests.

The meeting point and time for the day will be provided via KakaoTalk the day before the tour.

[ Refund and Change Policy ]

√ This tour includes non-refundable tickets, so cancellation is not possible after booking confirmation.

√ The tour will proceed as scheduled even in the event of rain, and this does not constitute grounds for a refund.

√ A passport is mandatory, and no refunds will be given for non-participation in the tour due to failure to bring it.

Your English name and date of birth must be entered exactly as they appear on your passport. We are not responsible for any issues arising from incorrect entries.

[ Other Information ]

√ The tour itinerary is subject to change depending on local circumstances.

This product does not include travel insurance, and we recommend purchasing it separately.