TOUR
PRICES
Per person $925, plus tax (all tours conducted in English).15 passenger
maximum per tour, Custom tours available.
A one
time $75 food/park entry kitty ( $15 per day ) to cover most daily
meals and park entry/camping fees. Must be paid on the first day
to your tour leader and must be paid in CASH or TRAVELERS CHECKS,
sorry no Credit Cards.
TRAVEL
INSURANCE
We believe that your safety and enjoyment are the most important
parts of a vacation. Therefore, comprehensive travel insurance is
mandatory whenever you travel and you MUST be covered by insurance
that includes adequate coverage for medical expenses, lost baggage
and the cost of repatriation should you not be able to finish the
tour. Also you might want to include coverage for cancellation in
the event that you must cancel your reservation prior to departure
do to illness or injury to your self or a member of you immediate
family that might prohibit you from traveling. If you join our tour
with Island RV Inc with out adequate insurance you MAY NOT be allowed
continue with NO right of refund, It is a mistake to think that
this will never happen to you!
Please
note that credit card insurance policies DO NOT provide the proper
coverage required. You can find many travel insurance company's
by searching on line or try
www.insuremytrip.com
HEALTH
REQUIREMENTS
If you have any medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, asthma,
take prescribed medicines, or have a condition that will effect
your participation in the tour, you must tell us or your travel
agent at the time of booking. This information is essential in case
of emergency. All our vehicles carry a basic first-aid kit, but
for everyday use you should bring your own medical supplies, such
as, pain relievers, antibiotic cream, upset stomach relievers, in
addition to sun screen and insect repellent.
What
is included
Included
is all transportation around the island from Monday to Saturday,
your tour guide/drivers and most meals when camping.
Your
Driver/Tour guides are not trail guides and will remain with the
bus during most hiking activities enjoyed by our guests. You will
be instructed on any rules and regulations pertaining to the hiking
trails you will be using before your hike begins. Please remember
your driver will be taking care of you during your adventure, please
remember to also take care of your driver at the end of your journey.
Recommended tipping minimum is $3.00 per day per person. Your island
experience can dictate any added amount you want to tip above and
beyond what we recommend.
When
in areas where local eateries are available you must carry extra
cash for these meals. We will provide all cooking equipment and
everyone will take turns in buying, preparation and cooking of the
food.
Luggage
Allowance
One bag or suitcase 18X18X36 max per person, this will be large
enough to carry a small tent, sleeping bag and small camping pillow
along with an inflatable sleeping pad. A small day pack and camera
may also be carried in our vehicle. A small stationary locking safe
with key will be issued to each traveler for valuables. Our luggage
space is very limited so please pack accordingly.
ARRIVAL
& DEPARTURE
All Flights must arrive and depart from the Kona International Airport
(KOA). All International flights are the passengers's own responsibility.
Island RV is unable to delay a tour, or finish a tour early due
to your flight times. We recommend you book your flight to arrive
into Kona at least one day prior to your tour departure, and the
next day after the tour is done this will allow you some adjustment
time and opportunities for sightseeing.
Airport
transfers to and from the airport & the Hotel are your responsibility
and can be pre-arranged with Island RV.
If
you do have to return home on the day your Island RV tour finishes,
please make sure your flight does not depart before 10:00 a.m. In
the event you must leave the tour early for your return flight,
Island RV must be informed at least two weeks before your tour departure.
We
will provide information on local hotels and booking assistance
if requested, in our immediate area that will have easy access to
our departure location for your first and last nights stay. Also
any additional nights or activities you might want to add to your
vacation can be booked in advance if you want to extend your stay
on any of the Hawaiian islands.
ISLAND
ACTIVITIES
Check out our activities section of our website by clicking
on our activities page. Here you will find the many tours
you can book to add to your adventure. From air tours, land excursions
to the many watersports tours available on the Big Island Island
RV can help you create and exciting itinerary to enhance your vacation
during your stay with us. Please remember to always book in advance
to ensure availability.
IF
YOU MISS YOUR TOUR DEPARTURE
The unexpected can happen. Your plane may be delayed or you may
even miss it, If you have missed your tour departure, first check
with the hotel to see if your tour leader left you a message. If
not, call the Island RV emergency number and speak to our staff
who will be happy to help you catch up with the group. You are responsible
for any extra traveling expenses incurred because of a missed tour,
so please be on time.
WHAT
YOU SHOULD BRING
Packing Tip's
Warm
sweater, swim wear, sunglasses, hiking
boots, shoes, waterproof jacket with hood, hat,
gloves, waterproof sandals, camera
& film, small flashlight & batteries, insect
repellent, sun screen, sleeping bag, small tent, towel
& face cloth, inflatable mat & small pillow, toiletries,
personal medicine, travel power adaptor, jeans,
shorts, underwear, shirt, T-shirt, hiking vest, small
backpack, snorkel gear, net bag, rash
guard, reef / water boots
Comfortable shoes with good ankle support is a must and will make
your walking more enjoyable.
Please
remember there is LIMITED storage and you are only allowed one travel
bag per person no bigger than 18 X 18 X 36 all the above mentioned
items will fit inside. All luggage is stored in the back of the
vehicle, you will be issued a storage area on the bus for your bag
and a small safe with key for your valuables that is mounted securely
in the bus under your seat. Any additional luggage must be left
behind in our storage facilities at a cost of $10 per bag per week.
RESPONSIBLE
TRAVEL
We
hope you are looking forward to your tour. When packing we would
like to remind you NOT to leave your common sense at home and to
remember that you are ultimately responsible for your safety
and well-being. Whether you are taking public transport, going for
a hike, taking part in an optional activity or just staying out
all night and living it up, we request that you carry yourself in
a mature and responsible manner - not only for your personal safety
but for that of the group and other travelers. When you are in the
campsites, especially the National Parks, remember that quite hours
are in effect. Please respect your fellow campers who are there
for the peace and tranquility of camping. Have fun, but don't forget
to think first!
Also,
important to Island RV is for all our clients to become more aware
of the delicate balance that exists in the variety of natural wonders
you will visit. National Parks and Monuments, archaeological sites
and other sensitive areas should and MUST be treated with respect.
Island RV strives to operate our tours with minimum impact on the
land. So, if you see a notice to "stay on the path" or "pick up
liter", please be a responsible traveler and understand that there
is a good reason for the notice. Before entering and exiting the
ocean you must be aware of the conditions of the area. Safe entry
and exit locations, rip tides, under tows, is there a life guard,
local rules and regulations will be instructed by your tour guide
pertaining to the sea life that is protected in certain area's and
the "do's and don'ts" that will help ensure your safety must be
followed at all times while you are a member of the tour.
Possession
of drugs without proper medical prescription will not be tolerated.
If anyone is found with illegal drug, they will be instantly removed
from the tour.
Enjoy Hawaii
camping and Hawaii hiking with:
Camping Tours Hawaii