Black Sand Beach (Top Big Island Attractions), Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

Black Sand Beach

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Most of the coastline of the Big Island consists of lava rocks, but a few stretches of beach exist with jet-black sand created by finely crushed volcanic soil. These black sand beaches are a wonder to behold and a unique, must-see attraction for anyone visiting Hawaii's newest island. Punaluu Beach on the south shore is the most famous and is home to turtles that like to rest there. Waipio Valley, though remote, has its own black sand beach as well.

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Complete Circle Island Tour - Volcano National Park, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
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An expert guide will take you to see all the natural wonders of the Big Island! Visit Akaka and Rainbow Falls, Waipio Valley, Punaluu Black Sand Beach and Volcanoes National Park!

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From USD183.55

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(30 reviews)

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10 - 13.5 hour(s) (morning)
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Ultimate Volcanoes National Park Explorer Tour with BBQ Dinner & Wine Tasting
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Experience a unique side of Volcanoes National Park. Visit a coffee farm, Hawaiian bakery and the world famous Punaluu Black Sand Beach along the way. See the parks most notable features. Finish the day with a wine tasting at volcano winery.

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(1 review)

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12 - 12.5 hour(s) (morning)
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Affordable Hawaii Volcano Island Tour from Kona - Book Now & Save $45
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Take a Hawaii Grand Circle island tour of Big Island, circumnavigating the entire island from coast to coast. This tour begins at Kona, visits Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and ends by seeing two famous waterfalls in Hilo!

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(141 reviews)

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11.5 - 13 hour(s) (morning)
Epic Island Volcano Journey - Lava Tube, Black Sand Beach & Rainbow Waterfall
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Embark on a full day adventure around Big Island! Visit all the must see sights of Volcanoes National Park, stop at Punaluu black sand beach, explore a private lava tube, visit a Tropical fruit farm and see Rainbow Falls from a private viewing deck.

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From USD223.82

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10.5 - 13.5 hour(s) (morning)
Guided Volcano Tour, Black Sand Beach, Wine Tasting & BBQ Dinner (from Hilo)
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Discover the best things to do near the Big Island's famous volcano. Drive along Hilo's waterfront and then south to Kalapana village, now covered in lava. Here you'll visit a black sand beach before heading over to Volcanoes National Park.

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From USD178.06

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6.5 - 7 hour(s) (afternoon)
Big Island Twilight Volcano Tour & Stargazing with Dinner (from Kona)
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Volcanoes National Park is now open! Stop at a local coffee farm, visit a black sand beach and explore the new features of the park. Heading back, enjoy for a mesmerizing stargazing experience.

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From USD197.44

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(3 reviews)

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11 - 13.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
The Big Circle Island Tour - Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park & Waterfalls
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Experience the best of the Big Island with Kailani Tours. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a coffee farm, Rainbow Falls and a Black Sand Beach! Your tour includes a picnic lunch as well as a sample of local treats from a farm.

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From USD176.18

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(2 reviews)

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10 - 12 hour(s) (morning)