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Cruises To Hilo

The entire city of Hilo is like one giant greenhouse with spectacular tropical flowers at every turn. Visit the town's well-preserved historic buildings, which date back to the turn of the century and showcase Hawaii's unique architecture. Just 30 miles away the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the home of the active Kilauea Volcano. Check out our amazing Hawaii itinerary.

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Free At Sea

  • 1. FREE Unlimited Beverages
  • 2. FREE Shore Excursions
  • 3. FREE Specialty Dining
  • 4. FREE WiFi
  • 5. FREE Friends & Family
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What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Hilo Cruise Port
    Ship will DOCK at this port.
  • Time Zone
    HAST (Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time)
    UTC/GMT -10 hours
  • Language
    The local language is English.
  • Currency & Shopping
    US Dollar (USD)
    Hawaiian jewelry, macadamia nuts and, coffee.
    • Best Way to Get Around
      Organized excursions for luaus, volcano tours, crater hikes and more. Bicycles, taxis, and shuttles are available.
    • Famous For
      Dramatic waterfalls, lush rainforests and botanical gardens.
    • Fun Fact #1
      Rainbow Falls or Waiānuenue, cascades 80 feet downward!
    • Tip
      Get close to active volcanoes at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. For more activities read, Hawaii Cruises: Bites, Brews, and Breathtaking Views.

Hilo TOP EXCURSIONS

A Variety of Choices

We know the destinations you'll be visiting and what there is to see, do and experience. We offer you a variety of excursions to choose from, in every port you'll visit.

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Best of Hilo

Start your tour with a leisurely drive through the "Hilo Walk of Fame” known for all the banyan trees that have been pla...

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The Land Of Frozen Fire

Discover the duality of Pele (Volcano Goddess) in this tour highlighting the beauty of Puna. Learn how volcanoes like Ki...

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Crater Hike & Hilo Waterfalls

See the island’s most spectacular natural wonders on this 6 hour adventure by hiking 4.5 miles through Kilauea Iki Crate...

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Mauna Kea Trails ATV

Zip through some of the most stunningly beautiful terrain on the Big Island in an ATV, following a trail through rainfor...

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Featured Hilo CRUISE ITINERARIES

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Say aloha to paradise.

7-Day Hawaii, Round-trip Honolulu

Voted Best Hawai`i Itinerary for 14 years – Porthole Cruise Magazine. | The only cruise sailing 4 Hawaiian islands in 7 days year-round!
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PORTS OF CALL EMBARK Honolulu (Oahu);
Kahului (Maui); Hilo (Hawaii); Kona (Hawaii); Nāwiliwili (Kaua`i);
DISEMBARK Honolulu (Oahu);
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Nuka Hiva, French Polynesia

14-Day Hawaii & French Polynesia from Papeete

See the world’s third tallest waterfall in Nuku Hiva. | Norwegian Jewel sparkles with new 2018 enhancements.
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PORTS OF CALL EMBARK Papeete (Tahiti);
Bora Bora (French Polynesia); Raiatea (French Polynesia); Moorea (French Polynesia); Nuku Hiva (French Polynesia); Hilo (Hawaii); Kona (Hawaii); Nāwiliwili (Kaua`i); Kahului (Maui);
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Kayaking in French Polynesia

14-Day Hawaii & French Polynesia from Honolulu

Relax and unwind on the newly enhanced Norwegian Jewel. | Try authentic Hawaiian cuisine at a luau in Kauai.
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PORTS OF CALL EMBARK Honolulu (Oahu);
Kahului (Maui); Hilo (Hawaii); Kona (Hawaii); Nāwiliwili (Kaua`i); Nuku Hiva (French Polynesia); Moorea (French Polynesia); Bora Bora (French Polynesia);
DISEMBARK Papeete (Tahiti);
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