--- title: "Private Tours from Kona Hawaii | Volcano & Sunset | High-End Hawaii" description: "Private luxury tours from Kona with hotel pickup. Explore Hawaii Volcanoes, black sand beaches, waterfalls & more. Mercedes vehicle, expert guide. From $1,100." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "TravelAgency", "name": "High-End Hawaii - Kona Tours", "description": "Private luxury tours from Kona, Hawaii. 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This includes Kailua-Kona, Keauhou, and the entire Kona Coast. Just provide your address when booking." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What time do Kona tours typically start?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Start times are flexible and based on your preferences. For the volcano tour, we typically recommend starting between 7-9 AM to maximize daylight. Sunset tours begin in the afternoon. We'll work with your schedule." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are private tours from Kona suitable for cruise passengers?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely! We regularly accommodate cruise passengers docked at Kailua Pier. We'll meet you at the port and design an itinerary that fits your ship's schedule. Port pickup and drop-off are included." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do private tours compare to the large bus tours from Kona?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Our private tours offer a completely different experience: flexible itineraries, no crowds, personalized attention, and a luxury vehicle. You set the pace and can customize every aspect. It's the difference between a tour and a personal expedition." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can you pick up from Waikoloa or Kohala Coast resorts?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes! While our tours are based in Kona, we happily pick up from the Kohala Coast, Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, and Mauna Kea resorts. There's no additional charge for pickups in these areas." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's included in the tour price?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "All tours include luxury Mercedes vehicle transportation, expert local guide, hotel pickup/drop-off, snacks and drinks, entrance fees (where applicable), and flexibility to customize your day. No hidden costs." } } ] } ] --- [![High-End Hawaii - Luxury Travel Experiences](/assets/logo-gold-D3dMhKof.png)](/) [Home](/) Tours [Guides](/guides)[Services](/services)[About](/about)[Contact](/contact) [Reserve Now](/tours/big-island) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Tours](/tours) 3. [Big Island](/tours/big-island) 4. Private Tours from Kona ![Private luxury tour from Kona Hawaii exploring Big Island attractions](/__l5e/assets-v1/5cdaea48-617d-4681-ac64-990b0509a325/hero_kona.jpeg) Kona-Based Private Tours # Private Tours from Kona Luxury private tours departing from Kailua-Kona and the Kohala Coast. Hotel pickup included with every experience. Kona & Kohala Coast Pickup Luxury Mercedes Van 100% Private, Up to 6 Guests ## Explore the Big Island from Kona Kailua-Kona is the perfect base for exploring Hawaii's Big Island. From here, you're positioned to access the island's most incredible experiences – from the active volcanoes on the east side to the historic Kohala coast in the north. Our private tours offer complimentary pickup from any Kona area location: beachfront resorts, vacation rentals, or the cruise port. Travel in a premium Mercedes vehicle with an expert local guide who'll share the island's stories, secret spots, and cultural significance. Unlike crowded bus tours, our private experiences are fully customizable. Want to spend more time at the volcano? Skip a stop to add a snorkeling beach? It's your day. ## Tours Departing from Kona ![Private Volcano Tour - Private tour from Kona Hawaii](/__l5e/assets-v1/5cdaea48-617d-4681-ac64-990b0509a325/hero_kona.jpeg) 10 Hours ### Private Volcano Tour The complete Big Island experience: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, black sand beaches, waterfalls, coffee farms, and sunset stargazing. - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Punalu'u Black Sand Beach - Rainbow Falls $1,600 /vehicle [Details](/tours/big-island/volcano) ![Private Sunset Tour - Private tour from Kona Hawaii](/__l5e/assets-v1/5cdaea48-617d-4681-ac64-990b0509a325/hero_kona.jpeg) 6 Hours ### Private Sunset Tour Explore the stunning North Kona and Kohala coastline, historic sites, and watch the sunset from a private vantage point. - Kohala Coast - Historic Pu'ukohola Heiau - Pololu Valley Lookout $1,100 /vehicle [Details](/tours/big-island/sunset) ![Private Hilo & Waterfalls Tour - Private tour from Kona Hawaii](/__l5e/assets-v1/5cdaea48-617d-4681-ac64-990b0509a325/hero_kona.jpeg) 8 Hours ### Private Hilo & Waterfalls Tour Discover the lush, tropical east side of the Big Island with its stunning waterfalls, botanical gardens, and charming Hilo town. - Akaka Falls - Rainbow Falls - Hilo Farmers Market $1,300 /vehicle [Details](/tours/big-island/hilo) ## Complimentary Pickup Locations ### Kona Area - Kailua-Kona hotels & resorts - Keauhou Bay area - Kona cruise port - Vacation rentals & condos ### Kohala Coast - Waikoloa Beach Resort - Mauna Lani Resort - Mauna Kea Beach Hotel - Hapuna Beach area Don't see your location? Contact us – we accommodate pickups from most Big Island west-side locations at no extra charge. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Where in Kona do you pick up for tours? ### What time do Kona tours typically start? ### Are private tours from Kona suitable for cruise passengers? ### How do private tours compare to the large bus tours from Kona? ### Can you pick up from Waikoloa or Kohala Coast resorts? ### What's included in the tour price? ## Ready to Explore from Kona? Choose a tour or contact us to create a custom itinerary from your Kona location. [Book the Volcano Tour](/tours/big-island/volcano#book)[Custom Experience](/contact) Kona in frame ## The coast, the coffee, the golden hour ![Kailua-Kona historic waterfront](/__l5e/assets-v1/a106731b-f4c4-44a0-8cc6-43dbd61d27ff/gal_kona_1.jpeg) ![Kona coffee farm in bloom](/__l5e/assets-v1/18b287fe-ce58-44ba-b829-f9abd92c38d1/gal_kona_2.jpeg) ![Sunset over a Kona sea cliff](/__l5e/assets-v1/a44441e2-531f-4105-abc0-6f93b3fa1935/gal_kona_3.jpeg) ![High-End Hawaii - Private Luxury Tours Big Island](/assets/logo-gold-D3dMhKof.png) ### Big Island Tours - [Volcano Tour](/tours/big-island/volcano) - [Sunset Tour](/tours/big-island/sunset) - [Hilo Waterfall Tour](/tours/big-island/hilo) - [Black Sand Beach](/tours/big-island/black-sand-beach) - [All Big Island Tours](/tours/big-island) ### By Interest - [Honeymoon Tours](/tours/big-island/honeymoon) - [Family Tours](/tours/big-island/family) - [Kona Tours](/tours/big-island/kona) - [Waikoloa Tours](/tours/big-island/waikoloa) - [Inter-Island Day Trips](/tours/inter-island) ### Services - [Private Charters](/services/charters) - [Concierge Services](/services/concierge) - [All Services](/services) ### Travel Guides - [Volcanoes National Park](/guides/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park) - [Is Kilauea Erupting?](/guides/is-kilauea-erupting) - [Mauna Kea Guide](/guides/mauna-kea-guide) - [Big Island Waterfalls](/guides/big-island-waterfalls) - [Black Sand Beaches](/guides/black-sand-beaches-hawaii) - [Best Time to Visit](/guides/best-time-to-visit-big-island) - [All Guides](/guides) ### Company - [About High-End Hawaii](/about) - [Contact Us](/contact) - [The Journal](/blog) ### Contact Info High-End Hawaii LLC Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 reservations@highendhawaii.com +1 (808) 204-4745 ### Areas Served Kailua-Kona · Waikoloa · Kohala Coast · Hilo · Volcano · Big Island of Hawaii [](https://www.instagram.com/high.endhawaii/)[](https://www.facebook.com/highendhawaii)[](https://www.linkedin.com/company/high-end-hawaii/) © 2026 High-End Hawaii LLC. 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