Big Island of Hawaii self-guided driving tour

Free cancellation

Place: Big Island of Hawaii

Duration: from 4 hours to 6 hours

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Local touch

Tour with Audioguide

E-Voucher

Do this because

Enjoy a ride around Hawaii's largest island
Admire the exotic flora and fauna
Climb on the volcano used to practice missions to Mars

What to expect

Your tour begins outside the quaint town of Kailua-Kona. First, visit the historic Hulihe’e Palace, once a royal vacation home. Drive south to Magic Beach, known for its disappearing sand, and Kahalu'u Beach, a snorkeling haven. Explore the sacred Lekeleke Burial Grounds and the ancient Hikiau Heiau, followed by a stop at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park for a historical deep dive.

Learn about Hawaii’s cowboys at Honaunau Rodeo Arena, and encounter Pele’s lore at Pebble Beach. Optionally, explore the Kula Kai Caverns, remnants of volcanic activity. Marvel at the black sands of Punalu'u Beach and pass an old sugar plantation before reaching the towering volcanoes Kilauea and Mauna Loa, with a chance to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Drive through Hilo, then enjoy the beauty of Liliuokalani Park and Gardens. Watch surfers at Honoli'i Beach and hike the scenic trail at Onomea Bay. Visit the Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden and the historic Honohina Hongwanji Mission. Continue past the Laupahoehoe Train Museum to the stunning ocean views at Laupahoehoe Point.

Relax at Hapuna Beach, the island's largest white sand beach, or the local favorite, Beach 69. Walk the Kings Highway Foot Trail to see ancient Waikoloa Petroglyphs, followed by scenic overlooks and Kekaha Kai State Park. Your comprehensive tour ends north of where it started, encapsulating the rich culture, history, and natural beauty of the Big Island.

Important to know

Know in advance:

This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do not wait until you are onsite
Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
This tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists
The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
This tour is valid for an entire year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket