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Mauka Makai Adventures
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Mauka Makai Adventures specializes in personalized tours of the Big Island of Hawaii. Visit the active Kilauea volcano, witness molten lava flows, explore tropical valleys with waterfalls, and beautiful black sand beaches. See all that Hawaii has to offer from the mountain (mauka) to the sea (makai). Aloha, e komo mai!
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Adventure Tours
5–6 hours
Free cancellation
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Recommended by 98% of travelers
98% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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Adventure Tours
5–6 hours
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Brian
Haliburton, Canada14 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
I highly recommend a tour with Mauka Makai. We thoroughly enjoyed our small group tour with Josh. He is extremely knowledgeable, very considerate of his guests and made the entire day both fun and interesting. As we were on a cruise, the convenient pick up at the cruise terminal was an added bonus. Thank you Josh for sharing your beautiful island with us. This tour gave us a good cross section of Hilo with history about the area.
Written November 14, 2023
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Sandra
Montreal, Canada2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Fantastic tour. We had Jill as our guide and she was great!! So knowledgeable and full of stories to tell us. She was funny and interesting. I definitely recommend taking this tour. Saw some beautiful sites.
Written November 12, 2023
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Mandy C
Canberra10 contributions
Oct 2023
I booked this tour because it sounded way better than the one offered via Norwegian Cruises and I was proven correct. Not only did we see the usual sights of rainbow falls and the active volcano on Hilo, but also got to see steam vents, walk on a lava field and see the "shadow" of a tree that had been engulfed by Lava - our guide Jill was full of interesting information about the volcano and Hilo.
The tour was well paced and we were given enough time at each stop to really appreciate what we were seeing. The cold water and taro chips were also much appreciated.
The tour was well paced and we were given enough time at each stop to really appreciate what we were seeing. The cold water and taro chips were also much appreciated.
Written November 10, 2023
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Meander52459182827
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I enjoyed the tour. While move point to point, tour guide tells many things.
The tour was not too busy and I could fully enjoy each point of interest.
The tour was not too busy and I could fully enjoy each point of interest.
Written November 2, 2023
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Anchorage, AK3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is absolutely the best tour and way to experience the Volcano National Park and the surrounding area. This is a family run business ( husband and wife) The van is top notch, comfortable. clean, and the sights were absolutely amazing! What really stood out was the incredible history and knowledge that our guide had- The information was truly priceless! So glad we chose this tour and will definitely recommend it to others!
Written October 26, 2023
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Bob M
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
Excellent tour. Well worth the cost.
Josh was a great guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, tells an incredible story. Very friendly.
The spots that he took us too were all beautiful, breathtaking and incredible. Seemed well thought out and well planned. Perfect amount of time at each location.
Would highly recommend
Josh was a great guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, tells an incredible story. Very friendly.
The spots that he took us too were all beautiful, breathtaking and incredible. Seemed well thought out and well planned. Perfect amount of time at each location.
Would highly recommend
Written October 22, 2023
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Lee-Ann L
Orangeville, Canada8 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We had an amazing time with Josh on our tour. We had the chance to see many sights during our time and felt like the value was top notch. We were definitely happy with our experience and would highly recommend.
Written October 19, 2023
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willift
Darien, IL1 contribution
Oct 2023
This was a great tour. Very informative, in a new comfortable van. Saw all the sights that were listed. Would highly recommend. As good as any Cruise ship excursion with less people and less expenses. btw Came away with a great binocular recommendation that Amazon shipped to me bv the time I got home THANKS
Written October 8, 2023
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nancyfrawley
1 contribution
Sep 2023
Jill was a great tour guide & shared a lot of interesting facts about the area. Would definitely recommend.
Written October 4, 2023
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Whitehalltraveller
Pinner, UK412 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Small group tour in the national volcanoes park, see the Crater from Volcanoes House, see lava from various eruptions, walk through a lava tube! Great experience!! Be prepared for a bit of rain, so bring a hat, rain jacket and wear trainers or walking boots, not sandals.
Written September 27, 2023
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I am on a cruise when I visit. Cruise line has cancelled my excursion at Hilo. Why are other excursions still going out?
I would like to book an excursion but asking airline info. To book on trip advisor. I am on a cruise.
hummingbird02
Sebastian, FL101 contributions
Hi I would call the company for Info. They were amazing and can answer whatever questions or concerns. Also check out their Facebook page it has updates on the volcano situation. Good luck and enjoy your cruise
LoveAnOod
Cronulla, Australia82 contributions
I'm thinking of coming back to Hawaii in February, and wanting to come to Hilo for a few days. Mauka Makai Adventures sound amazing and I am wondering if I need to pre book before coming or can I book when I am already on the island?
Mauka Makai Adventures
Hilo, HI4 contributions
Aloha! Yes, we recommend you pre-book your tours ahead of time to be sure to reserve the date and tour you are interested in. We look forward to hearing from you! Mahalo.
philbert60632
Kihei, HI2 contributions
I live on Maui and have visited Hilo three times. Please tell me more about what we will see/experience.
Mauka Makai Adventures
Hilo, HI4 contributions
Aloha,
Thank you for your inquiry. We offer personalized tours of Hawaii Island. Some of our tours out of Hilo include the Volcano Adventure, Hamakua Adventure and the Hawaii Island Adventure.
The Volcano Adventure includes exploring the highlights Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and hiking trails if you are interested.
The Hamakua Adventure travels north of Hilo along the coastline with highlights including Onomea Bay, Akaka Falls and Waipio Valley.
The Hawaii Island Adventure is a customizable circle-island tour with highlights such as Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u black sand beach, Kona coffee farms, Waipio Valley and Akaka Falls.
Please give us a call or email if you have further questions or would like to arrange a custom tour.
Mahalo nui loa,
Jill
Mauka Makai Adventures
Phone: (808) 640-7557
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