From Volcanoes to Waterfalls, We've Got You Covered
Big Island Private Tours, Cruise Excursions & Private Transportation
Explore Hawaiʻi Island with fully customizable private tours featuring Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, ʻAkaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, Hilo, Kona, black sand beaches, waterfalls, and scenic coastlines. We offer cruise ship and hotel pickup for guests aboard Pride of America, Koningsdam, Crown Princess, Celebrity Edge, and other visiting ships. Perfect for families, weddings, reunions, corporate groups, and private parties of up to 14 guests. Customize your itinerary and experience the Big Island your way with comfortable transportation and a licensed guide. Call (808) 774-1291 or WhatsApp +1 (808) 909-5998.
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Explore Our 5-Star Big Island Adventures in Kona & Hilo
From waterfalls and volcanoes to Kona coffee farms and scenic coastlines, discover the Big Island on excursions designed for Pride of America, Koningsdam, Crown Princess, Celebrity Edge, and other cruise ship guests. Message us on WhatsApp for availability, recommendations, or help choosing the perfect tour.
Kona Cruise Day Excursion
Starting $149.99
per person
Aliʻi Drive
Kona Coffee Farm Brewing Class & Goat Petting
Painted Church (St. Benedict's)
Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
Lunch & Free Time
South Kona Coast
Banana Bread and Bake Stands
Hilo Cruise Day and Volcano Excursion
2 Person Tickets for $279.99
per person
Rainbow Falls
Akaka Falls State Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Kīlauea Caldera & Scenic Overlooks
Steam Vents
Sulfur Banks (when accessible)
Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube)
Volcano House Scenic Overlook
MEET RAE
Rae is the owner and lead guide of Hawaiʻi Island Insider Tours. He built his life on Hawaiʻi Island with his wife and two daughters.
After years of exploring the island and building meaningful relationships within the community, Rae created Hawaiʻi Island Insider Tours to give visitors a more personal way to experience Hawaiʻi. Every tour is shaped by his love for the island, its history, its people, and the small businesses that make it special.
When you tour with Rae, you’re not just another passenger—you’re treated like family.
Private & Shared Tour Information
Discover the best Big Island tours with Hawaiʻi Island Insider Tours. Our private and small-group tours depart from Hilo, Kona, and Waikōloa, with convenient pickup from cruise ports, airports, vacation rentals, and major hotels and resorts.
We welcome guests aboard Pride of America, Koningsdam, Crown Princess, Celebrity Edge, Disney Wonder, Zaandam, and other cruise ships visiting Hilo and Kona. Hotel pickup is available from Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo, Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, SCP Hilo Hotel, Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, Royal Kona Resort, OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Waikoloa Beach Marriott, Mauna Lani, Fairmont Orchid, and The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.
Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, ʻAkaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, black sand beaches, tropical rainforests, Kona coffee farms, lava fields, scenic coastlines, and breathtaking viewpoints. We also create fully customized Big Island tours for families, couples, weddings, reunions, corporate groups, and private parties.
Travel comfortably in our modern 2025 Ford Transit XLT with flexible itineraries and knowledgeable guides. Hawaiʻi Island Insider Tours LLC is fully licensed and insured in the State of Hawaiʻi and authorized to transport up to 14 passengers.
PUC License: 05758-C
Google Reviews
This tour is the complete experience . Our driver,Rae was the best from beginning to end. Everything we wanted to do and more was covered. Rae is exceptional. Very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Well worth the price. If we come back we will look for him again
Read moreBill Braun
1 day ago
We had a great tour with Rae on Kona today.
Read moreKathy Quintiliano
1 day ago
Dianna Braun
1 day ago
We had a great time with ray very high standard and the best part was the knowledge that has been passed on thanks mate from Brian and jannine from nz
Read morebrian dennerly
3 days ago
had such a great experience! The smaller group made it so much easier to see more places and explore the Big Island efficiently without feeling rushed. Rae was an amazing and incredibly knowledgeable guide who made the entire day fun and interesting. He kept us stocked with drinks and snacks throughout the day and even ended with a fun quiz to see what we remembered from everything we learned. I’d definitely recommend this over a large group tour if you really want to experience and learn about the Big Island!
Read moreBJ McCahill
6 days ago
Had a great day. Rae was the best guide taking us to beautiful waterfalls, the valcano, Hilo Market and many more things along the way. He shared so many wonderful things about the Island. 100% recommend.
Read moremyrna hopkins
8 days ago
Amazing Scenery and Exceptional Service from Ray! Our tour with Hawaii Island Insider Tours was an incredible experience, and a huge part of that was our guide, Ray. He was knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating, and genuinely went above and beyond to make sure we had a great day. The tour took us to some absolutely spectacular places, including Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, and the volcanoes. The scenery throughout the day was breathtaking — lush tropical landscapes, dramatic waterfalls, and the incredible volcanic terrain that makes the Big Island so unique. Every stop seemed to offer another picture-perfect view. Unfortunately, I needed to leave the group earlier than planned. Ray couldn’t have been more accommodating. He personally made sure I got back to the port safely while my wife stayed with the group and continued the tour. I truly appreciated his kindness and willingness to go the extra mile. My wife had an amazing time during the remainder of the tour and sent me some fantastic pictures of the volcanoes and the lava tube. Seeing those photos made it very clear that she got to experience some truly spectacular sights — and that I definitely missed out! Ray deserves special recognition for his outstanding customer service. He handled my unexpected change of plans without hesitation and made sure everything worked out perfectly. That kind of personal attention is what makes a tour memorable. If you’re visiting the Big Island and want to see some of its most incredible natural wonders, I highly recommend Hawaii Island Insider Tours — and if you can, ask for Ray. You’ll be in great hands!
Read moreBob Bernardo
8 days ago
Ray was an exceptional tour guide. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire tour and learned a lot about Hilo and area through Ray’s knowledge. Thank you Ray..
Read moreBarry Watson
8 days ago
This was an amazing experience from start to finish. Rae insured comfortability & and maximizing our time was his top priority in navigating us throughout the island. I 100 percent recommend him to anyone if you want laughs, education on the island history, and just an overall happy moment with great memories for loved ones.
Read moreJose Pacheco
18 days ago
Plan Your Perfect Hawaiʻi Island Adventure
Tell us what you'd like to see, how many guests are in your group, and where you're staying. We'll build a custom itinerary and quote tailored to your visit. Planning your Big Island adventure? Send us a message on WhatsApp for quick answers, tour recommendations, availability, or help choosing the perfect excursion.
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