Volcano Adventure Tour (from Hilo)
Difficulty Rating
Easy
Minimum Age
None
Overview
Highlights
Activity Time
7:30 AM
Tour Duration
8 Hours
What's Included
Description
Planning a Big Island adventure, but don’t know where to start? The Volcano Adventure Tour eliminates all the guesswork so you can make the most of your limited time on the island. This tour will not only take you to all the top attractions in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, but you will also get a chance to view two amazing waterfalls, walk through the rainforest, and take a scenic drive along the lava-strewn coastline and through historic downtown Hilo.
In addition to taking care of all the planning and driving, this tour also includes a picnic lunch, and entrance fees to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Akaka Falls State Park, and will even pick you up and drop you off right at your hotel. Pick-up locations include three Hilo area hotels (and the Hilo airport) and begin at approximately 7:30 am. You can easily select the best pick-up location for you during the checkout process.
Your driver/guide will take you to all the Big Island hotspots, including:
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: A visit to Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park is the focal point of this tour, so much of the day is dedicated to exploring the remnants of eruptions past and present. Hawaiian Volcanoes N.P. is home to both Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes, two of the most active volcanoes on Earth. Some of the stops inside the park include:
- Halema’uma’u Crater Overlook - This overlook offers dramatic views of the crater, located within Kilauea’s main caldera, and the results of the massive collapse that occurred during a recent eruption.
- Steam vents - Watch the vapor escaping through the cracked surface as the groundwater is heated by molten magma deep underground.
- Iki Crater Overlook- A smaller pit crater located next to Kilauea’s main caldera that has become a solidified lava lake.
- Nahuku Lava Tube - You’ll be allowed to walk through Nahuku, a massive lava cave left behind by a river of molten lava more than 500 years ago.
- Chain of Craters Road - Your guide/drive will take you down this winding scenic road that travels along the coastal portion of Hawaii Volcanoes N.P.
- Kealakomo Overlook - Enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the jagged remnants of lava that have flowed into it.
Akaka Falls: A short hike through a lush rainforest will take you to the viewing platform for the thundering 442-foot Akaka Falls. The route to the waterfall is short (.5 mile loop) and fairly easy - it’s paved and well marked, though there are some stairs along the way.
Rainbow Falls: Though much smaller than Akaka Falls, the 80-foot-tall Rainbow Falls can be just as impressive - especially when the sunlight hits just right, creating a stunning display of rainbows in the mist below.
Hilo Town: The tour winds down with a drive through Hilo’s historic district and along its famous Banyan Drive, lined with over fifty banyan trees planted by celebrities (starting in the 1930s) and today known as Hilo’s “Walk of Fame”. You’ll also drive past the statue of King Kamehameha The Great and around the beautifully landscaped twenty-four-acre Lili’uokalani Gardens, said to be the largest Japanese garden outside of Japan.
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This tour is not recommended for women who are pregnant or may be pregnant.
Tour highlights are subject to change without notice and may vary at tour driver discretion in order to take into account National Park Service advisories, weather advisories, traffic advisories, road closures and detours, and venue hours of operation.
48 hours notice of cancellation (prior to tour departure) is required for a full refund. No-shows will not receive refunds. Tours canceled by the tour operator that cannot be rescheduled will be fully refunded.
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Price:
$196.00
Tour FAQs
- Hilo area hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off
- Eight hour, fully narrated, guided tour of Hilo area attractions
- Admission to Volcanoes National Park and Akaka Falls State Park
- Picnic lunch provided by Millie’s Deli
Points of interest: Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Halema’uma’u Crater, Iki Crater, Steam Vents, Nahuku Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, Kealakomo Overlook, Hilo Town (including Banyan Drive and Liliuokalani Gardens)
The tour begins with pick-up at your accommodations in Hilo or Hilo International Airport. Order of stops may vary but points of interest include Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls State Park, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The tour will end with a drive through Hilo Town before a final drop-off at your point of origin.
This is a small group tour, approximately 12-26 passengers, which allows for a more personalized experience and flexible itinerary than a large bus tour can provide. You’ll be riding in either a van or minibus depending on the group size. You’ll travel in air-conditioned comfort with all the conveniences of an organized tour, but without all the hassles that accompany larger tours.
Tours may be canceled due to inclement weather. If a tour cannot be rescheduled, you will be given a full refund.
48 hours notice of cancellation (prior to tour departure) is required for a full refund. No-shows will not receive refunds. Tours canceled by the tour operator that cannot be rescheduled will be fully refunded.
Lava fields are shadeless and can be hot, but it can also be windy and chilly at Kileaua’s summit. Dress comfortably in light, removable layers and bring along a light jacket or rain jacket.. Lava rock is uneven, sharp, and slippery when wet – sturdy, closed toe walking shoes and long pants are highly recommended.
Sun and rain protection is highly recommended, as you will be outdoors and unprotected from the elements for the majority of the day. Passing light showers are common in the area.
Yes. There is no charge for children under two, they are considered “lap children” and will not be given their own seat. There is a discounted rate for children aged 3-11. Please bear in mind that many commercial tour vehicles are not compatible with child safety seats and are not required to provide them. Also, many of the tour stops require going up and down stairs and are not stroller friendly.