Upon arrival to the Hilo International Airport, you will transfer to our hotel and enjoy a warm lei welcome. Meet with your group at a brief orientation meeting. We will learn about important Hawaiian values such as pule (a prayer or blessing used for protection, healing, and daily guidance) and aloha ʻāina (everything in this world is interconnected). Enjoy a welcome dinner and an evening to relax.

Meals Included: Dinner

Accommodations: Naniloa Grand Hilton

Today, we will enjoy a curated tour led by a scientist at Volcanoes National Park followed by a delicious pizza lunch at the picturesque Volcano House. We will hike and explore more of the park’s natural wonders, such as Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube). You will have some free time to shop at the Volcano Gallery for souvenirs. On the drive back, we will stop at a local home for pupus.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodations: Naniloa Grand Hilton

We begin the day at the Imiloa Astronomy Center where we will learn about Polynesian navigation and the mysteries of the universe.  This will be followed by lunch at the Hilo Farmer’s Market, cacao farm tour, lei making class and a stroll around the Queen Kapiolani Garden. Enjoy an evening on your own. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodations: Naniloa Grand Hilton

Today, we will experience a fun and breathtaking hike at Akaka Falls State Park. We will delve deeper into Hawaiian culture with a goat farm visit and oli chanting workshop (in oli chanting we learn a bit of Olelo, the Hawaiian language, while simultaneously learning a bit of Hawaiian history, legends, and values). We will revel in the breathtaking, panoramic ocean views at the Waipio Valley Lookout. We will also visit a community-based organization working on innovative, sustainable projects to vitalize the region’s rural economy.  For dinner, we will eat laulau, often considered to be the best “Hawaiian soul food”. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations: Naniloa Grand Hilton

Today, we check out of our hotel and make our way to the west side of the island. On our way, we will make several stops for food, sightseeing, and activities. We will explore Pololu Valley with a short hike. After lunch, we will visit a Hawaiian elder, Auntie Maile, who opens her ancestral lands for us to learn a hula lesson and learn more about her culture. Time permitting, you can tour the farm and do about 30 minutes of gardening and volunteer work.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch 

Accommodations: Royal Kona Resort

Today we will enjoy a popular snorkeling spot, as well as visit the sacred grounds of Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park.

The evening is free for you to explore or rest. Or, you join us in attending a luau (optional activity).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch 

Accommodations: Royal Kona Resort

You and your kids will love our final day together! We will learn about marine conservation and get close to seahorses at an aqua farm. Then, we will visit a vanilla farm. After lunch, we will explore the harbor to see if we can spot any sea turtles. The trip concludes with a farewell dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations: Royal Kona Resort

Today, we will check out of our hotel and transfer to the Kona International Airport to fly home. Or, feel free to extend your stay in Hawaii on your own.