While you’re in port in Lahaina, Maui, take a shore excursion to enjoy the tranquil environment of Iao Valley, where you’ll see the natural rock pinnacle hovering over the Iao Stream. At the Maui Tropical Plantation, let your senses relish in Hawaii's native flora and fauna. Then visit the Maui Ocean Center and discover Hawaii’s extensive collection of Hawaiian marine life.

After being picked up from Lahaina Pier, your Maui shore excursion starts with a drive to the Iao Valley. Walk into the lush forest and learn about the history of Iao, the beautiful daughter of Maui.

In 1790, King Kamehameha conquered Maui at Iao Valley to unite the Hawaiian Islands, and changed the course of Hawaiian history. Amble around Iao Valley State Park and view the exhibits at the Hawaii Nature Center. The 2,250-foot (685-meter) Iao Needle looks over Iao Stream, and the steep cliffs of the West Maui Mountains afford scenic views.

Next, discover the rich Hawaiian agricultural history at the Maui Tropical Plantation. You'll learn about Hawaii's 14 most-popular flower and food crops, such as papaya, guava, mango, taro, macadamia nuts and coffee. See a coconut-husking demonstration, feast on the delicious fresh fruits and capture the pastoral beauty of Maui.

Choose to extend your shore excursion at the Maui Ocean Center, where you’ll get a glimpse into Hawaii’s vibrant marine life. See amazing live coral displays, get up close with Hawaii’s beloved green sea turtles, and view the sharks, stingrays and thousands of species of tropical fish! Professional naturalists will be at your side to provide commentary of the marine life of the Hawaiian Islands.

Worry-free Shore Excursion:

We will ensure your timely return to the Lahaina Pier for this activity. If your ship is delayed and you are unable attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.

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A small group experience with a maximum of 10 guests from your ship. Your guide will pick you up from the Hilo Cruise Port to begin your tour.

Your guide will drive the 30 miles to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Our Certified guides for the Volcano Park have been sharing the Volcano Park with visitors for over 9 years.

At the Volcanoe Park you will see the giant Kilauea Caldera and walk out on a past lava flow to see some interesting formations. Other stops in the Volcano Park include the Steam Vents and view of Kilauea Iki. Your guide will take you down part of the Chain of Craters Your guide will explain all the changes from the summer 2018 eruption. 

This tour also includes an Orchid Farm with 500 blooming orchids.

Rainbow Falls and a beautiful Black Sand Beach. We will also drive past a 30 acre garden named after the last queen of Hawaii and also Banyan drive with lots of very old banyan trees.

Your guide will then return you to your ship.

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Stop At: Hawaii District Commercial Harbors, 80 Kuhio St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA

Pickup will be at Cruise Ship Terminal

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Volcano National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI

We will visit the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Visitor Center 30 miles from Hilo to view short videos of the 2018 eruption. We will then visit the Steam Vents and walk out to view the Kilauea Caldera where we will explain the latest changes that occurred over the summer.

We will also see Kilauea Iki crater and then driving down some of Chain of Craters Road we will walk out on a past lava flow where we will explain some of the different formations.

Times include driving time

Duration: 2 hours 50 minutes

Stop At: Akatsuka Orchid Gardens, 11-3051 Volcano Road, Volcano, Island of Hawaii, HI 96785

Over 500 orchids are blooming with one that even smells like chocolate!

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Rainbow Falls, Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720

View a beautiful waterfall

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Banyan Drive, Island of Hawaii, HI

On our way from the Macadamia Farm to the Richardson Beach we drive by Banyan Drive and Liliuokalani Gardens

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720-4680

We drive by this garden named after the last queen of Hawaii.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Richardson Beach Park, 2279 Kalanianaole Ave, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720

This is our location to see the Black Sand Beach. Sometimes if nature agrees you may see turtles. Time at location includes driving time.

Duration: 25 minutes

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Tour the most geologically active environment on earth which has been continuously erupting since 1983. Tour emphasis is on the most current areas of volcanic activity. View lava flows, tropical rain forests and cascading waterfalls while learning about the history and culture of Hawaii.

Tour routes and sights visited may vary according to wind and weather conditions. Volcanic activity varies hourly.

Tour the most geologically active environment on earth, with emphasis on the most current areas of volcanic activity and black sand beaches, from the comfort and safety of your million dollar aircraft.

(see tour options: ECO-Star & A-Star)

ECO-Star: Individual First-Class seats, 23% more interior space, over 60 sq. ft. of viewing glass, high-tech Fenestron instead of tail rotor for greatly increased smoothness, raised "theater-style" platform in the rear, a more powerful yet more fuel-efficient engine that delivers fast flight and thus more sightseeing value.

A-Star: The industry- standard A-Star offers a great flight in a compact cabin, with bench-style seating and good visibility through over 50 sq. ft. of viewing glass. Most important, our A-Stars are flown by Blue Hawaiian's pilots and maintained by Blue Hawaiian's technicians, the best in the business.

Tour departs from Hilo Heliport.

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Embark on your Hawaiian vacation with a luxury private transfer from the Maui Airport (OGG) to your Maui hotel. Your driver will pick you up at the airport and transport you to your hotel in area #1 (Kihei, Wailea or Makena), area #2 (Lahaina, Kaanapali or Honokowai) and area #3 (Kahana, Napili or Kahana). Choose between a Mercedes-Benz sedan, Mercedes-Benz SUV or a stretch limousine for your transportation.

You MUST select a hotel that coincides with the area in the itinerary section of this product. Failure to do so will result in a cancelled booking.

This effortless, clean, luxury private transfer will take you from the Maui Airport (OGG) to your Maui hotel. A luxury Mercedes-Benz sedan, Mercedes-Benz SUV or stretch limousine will pick you up at the airport and whisk you off to area #1 (Kihei, Wailea or Makena), area #2 (Lahaina, Kaanapali or Honokowai) and area #3 (Kahana, Napili or Kahana).

You will need to advise your flight details and your hotel details. Your transfer will be confirmed immediately, and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. It's that easy!

Price is per person, based on 8 adults per car/vehicle.

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You'll enjoy all of the "must see" sights in Maui on spectacular Maui helicopter tours! Soar to the 10,000 foot (3,050 meter) Haleakala Volcano Crater, fly over the rainforests of Hana and much more. Expert narration is included on Maui helicopter rides.

Maui helicopter tours meet at the easy to locate Kahului Heliport. Take to the air and enjoy Maui's diverse landscape of dormant volcanoes, rugged lava flows, lush tropical rainforests and deep valleys filled with cascading waterfalls. Maui helicopter rides are perfect because around 75% of Maui is inaccessible on the ground due to the extreme terrain and rainforests.

Climb onboard your luxury, air-conditioned A-star helicopter. Each helicopter has six forward-facing seats providing each passenger unobstructed 180-degree views. Recline on leather seats, listen to the stereo CD music and hear descriptive narration from your friendly, professional pilot.

The multi-vision video system records all the great sites of your tour, including the pilot narration set to background music. After the flight, you may purchase the flight  recording on a USB for an additional charge.

Enjoy enchanting waterfalls and the awe-inspiring Haleakala Crater, Maui's own sleeping volcano with a summit extending into the heavens more than 10,000 feet (3050 meters) and admire the tropical Hana Rainforest before Maui helicopter tours return to the Kahului Heliport.

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Experience the thrill of biking down the slope of Haleakala volcano, combined with a zipline adventure. Depart before dawn to watch the sunrise atop the volcanic summit in Haleakala National Park, and then descend along easy switchbacks to the zipline course. You’ll fly across canyons and past eucalyptus trees along five ziplines, including a swinging bridge and a pendulum line. Top-notch guides ensure your safety so you can focus on the excitement of this small-group tour, limited to 12 people. Continental breakfast included.

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Stop At: Haleakala Crater, Haleakala National Park, Maui, HI 96768

Watch the sun rise from the Pacific Ocean at 10,000 feet from the summit of Haleakala National Park, Maui's #1 Tourist attraction. Gently cruise down 21 switchbacks on the world's largest resting volcano.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Skyline Eco-Adventures Zipline Tours, 12 Kiopaa Pl, Haleakala National Park, Maui, HI 96768-8291

Experience 5 amazing ziplines and an Indiana Jones style swinging bridge that will send you across massive canyons, above 90-foot drops, and through fragrant eucalyptus trees on the slopes of Haleakala.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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