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Panoramic Hilo

Immerse yourself in the lush vegetation of the largest island of the Hawaiian archipelago and discover all it s secrets. Begin with the town of Hilo by driving to the Lili uokalani Gardens, a 24-acre park built in 1919, donated by Queen Lili uokalani. On the coach-tour you will be able to admire plants of different varieties while the guide will inform you about the garden s history and the many tropical plants it holds. A pleasant drive will then take you to Rainbow Falls, here nature unleashes all its force with a roaring 80-foot waterfall that will take your breath away as it rushes over a lava cave into a large pool below. Back in Hilo you will visit the Shinmachi Tsunami Memorial, erected in honour of the victims of the 1946 tsunami, and the iconic golden statue of King Kamehameha, with its stunning panorama.

THE BEST OF HILO

The "Hilo Walk of Fame," an impressive array of Banyan trees planted by many celebrities, welcomes you into town. By following it you will arrive at the lush Lili uokalani Gardens, the largest ornamental Japanese garden outside of Japan. The panoramic route to Wailuku State Park leads you to the impressive 80-foot water drop of Waianuenue (Rainbow) Falls. Next, stop at the King Kamehameha Statue in Hilo, a towering tribute to the legendary monarch who unified the Hawaiian Islands and a proud symbol of Hawai`i s rich cultural heritage. Continue with visits to the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory, and Big Island Candies Factory.¿ There you will be able to see how locally grown nuts and coffee are processed, as well as how the diagonally dipped shortbread cookies are made to discover how they have become a True Hawaiian Classic. Of course, you ll be able to enjoy all these local treats and delicacies and take them back with you if you wish.

THE BEAUTY OF HILO

Take in the history of the " Hilo Walk of Fame" as an expert guide will reveal all the secrets of the celebrities that planted the Banyan trees that make it up. Gaze in awe at the beauty of the only Japanese ornamental garden outside of Japan, the Lili uokalani Gardens. Continue feasting your eyes with the breathtaking panoramas along the drive to the Wailuku State Park, home to the 80-foot Waianuenue (Rainbow) Falls. You will also make a visit to the majestic Akaka Falls for more awe-inspiring scenery. Your final stop will be at Big Island Candies to see how their gourmet and well-renowned macadamia nut shortbread cookies are made from plant to packaging, before making your way back to the ship.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii

Look up at the sky and the rest of Hawaii s beautiful panoramas from Imiloa. Learn all about Hawaiian culture, navigation, and science through astronomy. ee how the early Polynesian ancestors sailed to Hawaii using science and by reading the stars, the sky, the waves, and other clues from mother nature. Discover how such skills and expertise influenced the local culture and created the bond that formed between Hawaiian and Polynesian people. The planetarium and Science on a Sphere show, together with the Imiloa exhibition, will be a truly unforgettable experience. You will bring home with you a unique point os view on this island and its Indigenous culture.

HAWAII VOLCANO ADVENTURE TOUR

Volcanoes reflect the origins of our planet and are evidence that primordial forces are still at work. During a volcanic eruption, we are reminded that our planet is an ever-changing environment whose basic processes are beyond human control. As much as we have altered the face of the Earth to suit our needs, we can only stand in awe before the power of an eruption. Today you ll head off on an adventure exploring the "Big Island" of Hawaii as you visit the world s most active volcano, Mt. Kilauea, and spend time at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Take in the diverse scenery of the island of Hawaii as you travel to Kilauea Crater and view the natural lava formations of the island s most well-known volcano.

MAUNAKEA SUMMIT ADVE

TWIN VOLCANO EXCURSION: MAUNA KEA AND MAUNA LOA

In a nutshell

Volcanoes are one of Hawaii's signature features, and we will admire two of them on this excursion: Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. They lie side by side, shaping the scenery with the strong external signs of their significant volcanic activity.

Main stops

Sightseeing tour of Hilo
Rainbow Falls
Slopes of Mauna Loa
Pu’u Huluhulu Native Tree Sanctuary
Onizuka Center for International Astronomy
Light lunch

The programme

We will leave the port on a coach and begin our excursion with a sightseeing tour of Hilo, the biggest city on the Island of Hawaii, or Big Island, which offers visitors an authentic taste of life on the archipelago.
Our itinerary includes a stop at the stunning Rainbow Falls, which plunge 24 metres into a natural pool surrounded by dense, lush tropical vegetation.
We will then cross moorland covered by black solidified lava flows on the slopes of Mauna Loa volcano, the biggest active volcano on Earth.
We will stop at Pu’u Huluhulu Native Tree Sanctuary, a small hill that is covered with vegetation and stands alone amidst the lava flows from Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, giving us a glimpse of what Hawaii might have looked like hundreds of years ago.
Then we will proceed across the slopes of Mauna Kea towards Onizuka Center for International Astronomy, the last part of our excursion. The information centre boasts breathtaking views of the volcano: a lunar expanse that soars right up to the clouds.
The awe-inspiring beauty of Hawaii's volcanoes will not distract us completely from more mundane needs, so when we start to feel peckish we will be served a light lunch.

Good to know

The excursion is prohibited for pregnant women and guests with mobility problems or back, neck or heart issues
Long trousers and comfortable shoes are recommended.
Minimum age: 16 years.
Jackets will be provided (if required).

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