Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Reefs, Stars, and 10 days in Paradise

 Departs Kahului Selected dates Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct

Experience the magic of two extraordinary Hawaiian Islands in one unforgettable journey. From the golden beaches and volcanic peaks of Maui to the wild rainforests and fiery heart of the Big Island, this 10-day small group adventure offers a perfect blend of relaxation, discovery, and awe.

Begin in sun-kissed Maui, where you'll watch cliff divers leap into the ocean at sunset, ascend Haleakala for surreal volcanic vistas, and snorkel the crystal-clear waters of Molokini Crater. Enjoy panoramic road trips through lush valleys and past cascading waterfalls on the legendary Road to Hana, culminating in a festive luau celebrating local culture.

Next, fly to Hawai'i Island, where coffee fields, sacred temples, and black sand beaches await. Stand in the shadow of active volcanoes on an e-bike tour of Volcanoes National Park and feel the power of nature all around you. Dive into the underwater world off Kona's coast, sailing, snorkeling, and even swimming with manta rays under the stars.

From sunrise on the summit of Maunakea to stargazing with telescopes and learning traditional Polynesian navigation, each moment brings you close to the islands' soul. Whether you're indulging in gourmet beachfront dinners, visiting historic churches, or simply watching dolphins from your catamaran, this tour combines adventure, culture, and serenity in perfect harmony

2026 & 2027 Departures:

2026: Oct 29th

2027: Jan 14th, Feb 11th, March 4th, Oct 28th

*There are limited spaces on all of these tours, please await confirmation Prior to booking Transfers To & From Kahului.

Rates (Per Person):

Single $ 9,839.00 for one person in one room.

Double $ 7,489.00 per person for 2 people sharing 1 room.

Triple $ 7,039.00 Rate per person for 3 people sharing 1 room.

Quad $ 6,789.00 per person for 4 people sharing 1 room.

Daily Breakdown:

Day 1: Fly into Kahului, Maui (OGG)

Day 2: Haleakala and Upcountry Maui

Day 3: The Road to Hana 

Day 4: Snorkeling at Molokini and Luau

Day 5: Fly to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (KOA) and coffee farm visit

Day 6: Landmark island tour, E-bike guided tour of HVNP, visit Hilo Town, Rainbow Falls Hike

Day 7: Snorkeling Sail with a chance for mammal sightings

Day 8: Maunakea Summit stargazing guided excursion

Day 9: Free Day with iconic oceanfront dinner

Day 10: Depart for Home

Tour Details

Day 1: Arrive Kahului

Arrive at Kahului Airport (OOG), then take an Uber or taxi to our Kaanapali hotel, The Outrigger Kaanapali Resort. Walk out to the beach to watch the sunset cliff diving at Black Rock. You will then walk to the Welcome Dinner near our hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Overnight: OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Day 2: Haleakala & Upcountry Maui

Today, we venture to Haleakala, "House of the Sun," to experience breathtaking views of landscapes and skyscapes from an elevation of 9,740 feet above sea level. We'll see the red slopes of the dormant volcanoes and endemic flora, and we'll keep an eye out for the indigenous Nene bird. As we descend Haleakala, we'll stop for breakfast in Makawao, known for its cattle and Paniolo history. If you have room after breakfast, pop into Komoda Store and Bakery for a famous cream puff or a donut on a stick! This morning, we will visit the scared Iao Valley State Monument and take in the towering peaks and tropcal flora of Hawaii. A short walk to the viewing platform at Ioa Needle provides stunning views of the valley. After a full morning activities, it's time to head to the hotel. You will have the afternoon and the evening to yourself. 

Meals Included: Breakfast  

Overnight: OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Day 3: Road to Hana

Today, get ready for an incredible adventure on an all-day trip to the super cool town of Hana. The journey itself is the best part! The road to Hana is famous for being one of the most epic drives in the world. It twists and turns along the coast with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, tons of waterfalls to check out (and maybe even swim in!), and amazing tropical plants everywhere. You won't be disappointed! Stop along the way at some of Hana's most well-known locations, including a park where you can swim in a waterfall-fed pool (weather permitting). Relax and enjoy an included lunch on an organic farm. Return to the Resort for a relaxing evening on your own.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch  

Overnight: OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Day 4: Snorkeling at Molokini

This morning, we'll travel to the south shore of Maui for some fun in the water and sun. Board Trilogy's spacious 54' sloop-rigged sailing catamaran with ample room for lounging and unobstructed views of Kahoolawe and Lanai. Enjoy breakfast and Lunch on board. Your first snorkel stop is to the iconic Molokini crater, followed by a 2nd stop, usually to Turtle Town. You will have a few hours to relax before an evening celebrating Hawaii's spirited culture with the entire family at the Myths of Maui enchanting oceanfront Luau, featuring awe-inspiring sunsets. Embrace the traditions of our island in a stunning oceanfront setting on Ka'anapali Beach as you experience a shell lei aloha gretting. Witness the Imu ceremony and the unearthing of the pua'a (pig), followed by a feast of roasted pork and sumptuous Hawaiian cuisine. Sip mai tias and exotic cocktails made with local rum and topped with a pineapple wedge. Watch hypnotic hula dances and feel the beat of Polynesia's rhythmic drums. See swirling flames in the air by the fire knife dancers.  

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Day 5: Depart Maui and Travel to Hawaii Island

After a leisurely breakfast, we check out of our hotel and depart for the airport. We will stop at a food truck near the airport for lunch (on your own) before we fly over to the Island of Hawaii—The Big Island—to continue our adventures.

After landing and collecting our bags, we will go to Kona Joe's Coffee for a tour of their locally owned coffee fields and experience the art of coffee roasting as you craft your coffee. From there, you will be transferred to your hotel, the Royal Kona Resort, to relax and enjoy the rest of the day and evening on your own.

Meals Included: Breakfast  

Overnight: Royal Kona Resort 

Day 6: Volcanoes National Park

Next, we head to the world-famous Volcanoes National Park, where we start our adventure with lunch at the Rim Restaurant located inside the Volcano House on the edge of the Kilauea caldera. Afterwards, we experience the park with an exciting 3-hour guided fat tire e-bike tour!

Afterwards, we drive to Hilo town for shopping and perhaps a snack for one hour. We will then drive to Rainbow Falls for a short walk to the 80-foot waterfall in a beautiful park. 

Dinner at The Fish and the Hog in Waimea on the way back to our resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Royal Kona Resort

Day 7: Sail and Snorkel

Morning Sail and Snorkel from Kona 8:30 am - 1:00 pm (4.5 hour excursion)

Body Glove Hawaii - Big Island Snorkeling Tour & Dolphin Watch

Step aboard our 65′ catamaran for snorkeling and a fun-filled day of adventure!

There's an excellent chance of dolphin and other marine mammal sightings while cruising to our snorkel site.

This 4.5 hour Hawaii dolphin tour includes continental breakfast, BBQ burger lunch, plenty of shade, cushioned seating, restrooms changing rooms, showers, high-jump platform, 20′ water slide, about two hours of water time, pristine snorkeling,  snorkel gear, Rx masks, snorkel instruction, life vests, inner tubes, flotation station island, water toys, sea-view boards, stand-up paddle boards, noodles and Reef Safe sunscreen.

Included on this Trip:

• Breakfast (fruit, yogurt, granola, danish)
• Lunch (BBQ Burger, sodas, juices, and snacks)
• Full-service premium bar featuring local spirits and craft beers for purchase
• Plenty of shade, fresh water showers, and restrooms
• 20-foot water slide & 15-foot high jump platform
• Double-wide swim steps
• Excellent chance of dolphin or other marine mammal sightings
• Approximately two hours of snorkeling in the Red Hill area ( not Kealakekua bay)

Return to the hotel to relax and enjoy the rest of your day. Dinner on your own

*Optional Activities for the afternoon and evening:

The Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Tour of the island

• Departs from Waikola with Hotel pick-up
• Customer Price - $386.00

Witness the stunning Kohala coast of Big Island's North Shore, where the towering sea cliffs of Waipi'o Valley open into the dramatically deep and meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains. On this helicopter ride, you'll experience beautiful waterfalls cascade thousands of feet into the rainforest below, where remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements are still visible. This scenic adventure is one you won't soon forget!

Eka Canoe Adventures

• Swim with Manta Rays
• Price - $135.00
• Must get Uber to meeting place - Keauhou Pier: 78-7130 Kaleiopapa St. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 - 8 Miles from resort

Guests will join us on a 5-10 minute ride on our Hawaiian double-hull canoe to the manta ray snorkel site near the mouth of Keauhou Bay (1/4 mile from the pier). Your professional guides will provide a safety briefing, instructions on using snorkel gear, and fit the group with wetsuit tops to keep you warm in the water. Guests will then be guided into the water and positioned along the perimeter of our Light Board. A professional guide will be in the water with guests at all times! While guests watch for manta rays, we keep the Light Board in position. Simply hang on to the handles and effortlessly float, face down, with the help of the provided flotation devices. The powerful lights attract photosynthetic plankton toward the group, and the manta rays come in search of the plankton! We will reposition the group as needed for optimal manta ray viewing! No providers in Kona offer free swimming or snorkeling with the manta rays. All guests will hold onto a Light Board. The Stationary and concentrated light is your best chance to attract manta rays while keeping everyone safe.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Overnight: Royal Kona Resort

Day 8: Relaxing Morning, Afternoon & Evening at Mauna Kea Summit

Your morning is free to relax, BUT this afternoon and evening--you're in for a treat!  

Maunakea Summit & Stars 2:40 pm - 11:10 pm

Experience the awe-inspiring sunset from the slopes of Mauna Kea, where Hawaii's clear skies offer an unparalleled view as the sun dips below the horizon. As you embark on this unforgettable journey, our interpretive guides will unveil the rich tapestry of Mauna Kea's natural, cultural, and geological wonders. Following a delightful outdoor dinner and a breathtaking sunset, prepare to be captivated by a starlit sky, free from the intrusion of light pollution. Indulge in a cup of hot chocolate as you gaze at the celestial wonders through our 11″ Celestron Telescope and state-of-the-art Stellina Astro-Photography scope. You will be transported in a comfortable 12-passenger 4WD van, each accompanied by a dedicated interpretive guide.  Warm parkas and gloves, walking sticks, water, dinner, and hot chocolate are all provided

Highlights

• Enjoy a warm picnic dinner (vegetarian chili or Southwest Chicken Stew) and learn about Hawaiian star navigation.
• Learn about the historical accounts of early travelers through the mountain regions.
• Delight in the awe-inspiring Hawaiian sunset at the top of Maunakea, the highest point in the Pacific.
• Descend to a lower elevation after the sun sets and sip hot chocolate
• View deep space objects with our Stellina digital telescope and share captured images of the Hawaiian night sky with your friends & family.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight: Royal Kona Resort

Day 9: Free Day & Farewell Dinner

Enjoy your last full morning and afternoon on the island on your own. 

We depart late afternoon for our farewell dinner at Brown's Beach House at the Fairmont Orchid, a stunning beachfront setting and lots of sea turtles.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight: Royal Kona Resort

Day 10: Leaving Paradise

Mahalo nui loa for joining us on our adventure in paradise. Safe travels back home!

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Tour Highlights:

• Cliff diving at Black Rock & Welcome Dinner in Kaanapali
• Sunrise at Haleakala Crater & cultural stops in Makawao and lao Valley
• Snorkeling at Molokini & Turtle Town aboard a luxury catamaran
• Epic drive on the Road to Hana with organic farm lunch and evening luau
• Craft your own Kona Coffee at a local plantation
• E-bike through Volcanoes National Park & explore Rainbow Falls
• Catamaran snorkel adventure at Red Hill with BBQ lunch
• Sunset summit and stargazing experience at Maunakea
• Optional: Helicopter ride over Kohala Coast or night manta ray swim
• Farewell dinner at Brown's Beach House, a beachfront fine-dining finale

Inclusions:

• Inter-island Flight
• 9 Nights Hotel Accommodations
• 4 Nights at the Oceanfront Outrigger Kaanapali in Maui
• 5 Nights at the Oceanfront Royal Kona in Hawaii (Big Island)
• 9 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, & 4 Dinners
• Park Entrance Fees - Haleakala National Park & Hawaii Volcano National Park
• E-Bike Guided Tour of Hawaii Volcano National Park
• Stargazing at the Highest Point in the Pacific, the shield volcano Maunakea
• Catamaran Sail with snorkeling at Molokini Crater and visit Turtle Town
• Drive the Road to Hana with stops along the way, including a black sand beach
• Local Coffee Farm Tour
• Sacred 'Iao Valley State Monument and 'Iao Needle
• Famous landmarks on Hawaii Island
• Rainbow Falls
• Sail & Snorkel
• Visit upcountry Maui, Makawao, known for its cattle and paniolos (cowboys)
• Watch the famous Sunset Cliff Diving at Black Rock in Maui
• Luggage Handling (one suitcase per person)
• Driver Commentary on Days 2, 4, & 6
• Driver Tips for Days 2, 4, & 6 (Guests to tip on other days that use driving services)
• Gratuities for Included Meals
• Applicable taxes and fees

Exclusions:

• Items of a personal nature (alcohol, room service, etc.)
• Meals (other than listed in the itinerary)
• Optional activities
• Airfare
• Customary gratuities for the tour director, driver, local guides and outfitters

Arrival / Departure Information:

• Arrival Location: Kahului Airport (OOG)
• Arrival Time: By 3:00 PM on Day 1 
• Departure Location: Kahului Airport (OOG)
• Departure Time: Any time after 10:00am on Day 10