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14 Best National Parks Shore Excursions

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The 14 most popular national parks shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.

14 Best National Parks Shore Excursions

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach - First Stops in Hilo: History, Waterfalls, and the Big Picture
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

1.Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

Hilo shore excursion packs Kilauea steam vents, a lava tube walk, and black sand beach sea turtles into one efficient 6-hour day.

Most Popular 4.5

“The operator, Rusty, was very knowledgeable and did all she could for us to have a good time. The volcano though was only letting off noctious steam and the ground was covered with lava chunks from the day before. Still it was awesome to be there. Road closed to the lava tube.”

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Shore Excursion - National Park Tierra del Fuego - Price and Logistics: What $60 Buys You
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Shore Excursion – National Park Tierra del Fuego

2.Shore Excursion – National Park Tierra del Fuego

Ushuaia shore excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park with quick photo stops at Lake Roca, Beagle Channel viewpoints, and Lapataia.

4.5

“The park was nice, but I booked this tour because the description claimed a maximum of 15, but we ended up on a bus of 40. Wouldn't have booked it had I known.”

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Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion - Driving the park roads: Río Lapataia, Cormoranes, Laguna Verde, Río Ovando
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Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion

Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion - Start at Liliʻuokalani Gardens: turtles, fish, and plant spotting
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Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion

Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour - Hilo Shore Excursion - Hilo First: Rainbow Falls, Banyan Tree Stories, and Lili’uokalani Gardens
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Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour – Hilo Shore Excursion

5.Volcanoes National Park Adventure Tour – Hilo Shore Excursion

Hilo shore tour to Volcanoes National Park with lava-tube and recent eruption views, plus Rainbow Falls, gardens, black-sand sights.

4.5

“Enjoyed the history/narration and many side trips to Liliuokalani Park, Big Island Candies, Rainbow Falls, but the highlight was Volcanoes National Park. The Kaluapele crater was amazing. I just wished we had a sunnier day! Also was cool to see the vents and very cool to walk through the lava tube. A little crowded when…”

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Yala National Park Safari |From Hambantota Port (Shore Excursion) - Wildlife variety vs. realistic safari expectations
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Yala National Park Safari |From Hambantota Port (Shore Excursion)

6.Yala National Park Safari |From Hambantota Port (Shore Excursion)

Yala National Park 4WD safari from Hambantota Port with jeep, guide, and entry tickets included. Spot elephants, leopards, and crocodiles.

4.5

“The ad said Toyota truck with English speaking guide. The truck was decrepit horrible suspension. Hardly running. Guide did not speak English. Would point but could not tell us if itwasanelephant or bird we were looking for. We asked to be taRead more”

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Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour - A day on Resurrection Bay: what 6 hours really feels like
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Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

7.Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

Water-level Kenai Fjords cruise from Seward with Aialik or Holgate glacier calving, whale and seabird spotting, and lunch onboard.

5.0

“captain and crew was great and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour to all ages. seen whales, seals and up close and personal with the glacier!”

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Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL - Stop 1: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the “multiple clues” approach
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Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

8.Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL

Private Mercedes tour from Hilo to Hawaii Volcanoes NP, lava tube, steam vents, Rainbow Falls and Liliuokalani Gardens.

5.0

“Ron was a great guide! Very knowledgeable and personable. The vehicle was top notch and saw all the highlights including an eruption. Highly recommend the services of Big Island VIP!”

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Ushuaia Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park - Lapataia Bay canal walk: shells, snails, limpets, and fossil hunting
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Ushuaia Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park

Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike - Learning the pedelec fast: your first minutes set your comfort level
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Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike

10.Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike

Electric e-bike ride from Marseille port into Calanques National Park for sea views, fishing harbors, and easy access to swims.

4.5

“Fantastic trail, really needed an electric mountain bike for this trail. Some cycling experience would be very helpful. Great views of the ocean. Trail leader was very good. English was fine. We had a few problems with the bikes, but we were able to finish the trail.”

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Yala National Park Safari |From Hambantota Port (Shore Excursion) - Wildlife variety vs. realistic safari expectations
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Yala National Park Safari from Hambantota port (Shore Excursion)

11.Yala National Park Safari from Hambantota port (Shore Excursion)

Yala National Park safari from Hambantota Port with free pick-up, jeep rides, snacks, and a small-group hunt for elephants.

4.5

“Fantastic trip and far better value than Millennium Cruise options. Everything was very well coordinated and accommodated our early arrival. Our guide was excellent and knowledgeable and ensured we saw as much wildlife as possible. A thoroughly enjoyable day which we would highly recommend.”

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Private Shore Excursion Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Getting to the park from Hilo in an off-road Ford F-150
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Private Shore Excursion Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10 - Liliʻuokalani Gardens: turtles, birds, and local details
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Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10

14.Private Hilo Shore Excursion Volcano National Park up to 10

Private Hilo shore excursion covering Liliʻuokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes NP, tastings in Mauna Loa, Kona treats, and Hilo market.

5.0

“Don was hilarious and very informative. He's a laid back tour guide that goes at a great pace. You gey a chance to see a lot like the Rainbow Falls, Volcano National Park, Lava Tubes, Mauna Loa, and into the town but he still gives you a chance to explore the places on your own…”

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