Black Sand Beach and the National Volcanoes Park are must sees at this stop!
Visited: Jun 10, 2017
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Hilo, Hawaii Cruise Port
About Hilo, Hawaii
The merchants and friendly residents of Hilo invite you to take time to explore and discover this wonderful city. Visit the many unique and one-of-a-kind stores featuring Hawaiiana (vintage island treasures). Shop for distinctive designer dresses and shirts, and see the famous Hilo Farmer's Market, or stop off for a bite to eat at one of the many local restaurants.What people said about this port:
"..." which was always ` rains at hilo so why stop there volcano national park tour again the ash from the volcano and rain..." in 41 reviews.
"Volcanoes National Park We took a tour on the falls, and parks." in 87 reviews.
467 reviews and tips of Hilo, Hawaii
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Again, discount Hawaii car rental and Jeep on over to Volcano National Park. Get the Gypsy guide app for the Big Island and it will direct you to all the must see areas. I suggest going to the Punaluu Beach Park first to see the black sand and sea turtles and then make your way to the Volcanos.
Visited: May 27, 2017
We took a taxi tour by a local Hawaiian, this was a wonderful option for us, it wasn't a ship excursion, just a local guy. We spent about 3 hours driving around the island taking pictures and he showed us all the sites. Much cheaper than any ship excursion and we got the "real" feel of the island. Cost $50 for 2.
Visited: Mar 10, 2017
I loved Hilo! We took a lava expedition to the lava entry into the ocean. We also took a cab to the nearest black sand beach which was very cool!
Visited: Jul 29, 2017
we rented a car and drove to the thermal pool and tidepools nearby. The best snorkeling spot we found. Up close colorful fish and calm water.
Visited: Oct 17, 2015
Enjoyed our visit to the volcano and were lucky to see lava. The Nani Mau gardens gave us an opportunity to see the beautiful flowers, plants and trees up close and take pictures. We really liked seeing the Mauna Loa Nut operations.
Visited: Apr 08, 2017
Used the Hop on Hop Off bus and went several places!
Visited: Jan 23, 2017
Went on the Volcano excursion which was informative and educating. Seeing the volcano and the lava rocks it produces was unbelievable, If I had to do it again I would make sure it was the excursion that took you to the volcano which was actually flowing into the sea in a video it was a sight to behold,
Visited: Feb 07, 2017
Rent a car and drive to Rainbow Falls and Volcano National Park. Can stay as long as you want at what you like. Skip the Macadamia nut plant tour; tourist trap waste of time and the Orchid place (go to a good botanical garden at home and use the time on the volcano). Was told driving 3 hours to the black sand beach was a waste of time.
Visited: Dec 03, 2016
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