HIKING IN HAWAI'IʻS VOLCANIC LANDSCAPE
- Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii
- Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
- Kohala, Big Island, Hawaii
Experience a day full of volcanic hiking adventures, the likes of which is unmatched anywhere in the world. This 13-hour tour starts and ends at your doorstep. Spend your day hiking, exploring, and sight-seeing the unique structures created by various lava flows over time.
Sample the flavors of fruits in a flight of eight wine varieties homegrown by Volcano Winery. When a glass of your favorite type or a type you've never had before has been poured, sit down to what promises to be a flavorful feast of barbeque, Hawaiian-style. This tour takes you back into Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park after dinner to enjoy the sunset and evening views if time allows. It is the perfect way to end a long day of exploration and education.
Volcanic Landscape Hiking Tour Features
Hilo Town & Eruption Sights
Heading toward Hilo, glimpse the historic waterwall, stopping to stock up on supplies from a local shop. Then continue on to different sights of devastation and regrowth from various eruptions, new and old – evidence that nature is a force to be reckoned with.
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
(including Kīlauea Visitor’s Center, Kīlauea Iki Crater Overlook, and Steaming Bluffs.)
Volcanos National Park is the place to go to learn about and experience everything volcano related! Learn about distinctive geological wonders in the education section of the visitors center. Peek below the rim of the crater and see what remains of a former lava outlet. See the steam vents that show off the incredible power that lies beneath the surface. This national park is all-encompassing and different from any other in the US.
Volcano House
This historic hotel boasts unbeatable views of the Kīlauea Caldera. Trek along the multiple cracks and sinkholes, reminders of the 2018 eruption. The spacious accommodations and stunning surroundings make this one of the most interesting locations on the Big Island.
Volcano Winery
After a busy day, wind down with a guided tasting of Volcano Winery’s best. Following the eight samplers, is a filling, sit-down meal of Hawaiian-style BBQ paired with your complimentary glass of wine. There is nothing like a good glass of wine to help someone unwind after an exciting day.
Big Island Volcano Hiking Tour Details
Elements
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Kaumana Caves
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Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
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Kīlauea Visitor’s Center
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Kīlauea Iki Crater Overlook
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Steaming Bluffs
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Drive through Hilo Town & Eruption Sights
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Mackenzie & Lunch option
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Painted Church
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Volcano House
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Volcano Winery (wine tasting followed by a meal)
Insight
Experience a day of exploration as you trek the grand volcanic features that continue to expand the geography of the island of Hawai'i. This tour takes you to volcanic eruption sites dating as far back as the 1800s to areas of devastation as recent as 2018. Peek into cavernous tubes that formerly funneled lava into the Pacific and cruise through the sleepy seaside town of Hilo that gives you a feel for old Hawai'i.
Visit the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, a one-of-a-kind gem when it comes to nature reserves. There, you will see the historic Volcano House with dramatic views of Halema’uma’u Crater. Take a look around the Kīlauea Visitors Center and become an expert in volcanology. Tour the Steam Bluffs, from which clouds of gray add to the eerie allure of this unusual geological phenomenon. Additional volcanic exploration includes visits to sites affected by past eruptions including 2018 and 1953's infamous volcanic explosions. An extensive panorama lends itself to a complete comprehension of the vastness of the lava fields
Beyond volcanic exploration, guests on this tour will be treated to a private tour of the world-famous volcanic winery. Indulge in a wine tasting of eight of the vineyard's famed creations.
Cost & Schedule
9-Hour Elite Volcano Hike With Meals From Hilo Hotels
AdultsAges 17 yrs+ | $262.90 |
ChildrenAges 1-16 yrs | $257.40 |
13-Hour Elite Volcano Hike With Meals From Kona Resorts
AdultsAges 17 yrs+ | $295.99 |
ChildrenAges 1-16 yrs | $290.49 |
13-Hour Elite Volcano Hike With Meals From Kohala Resorts
AdultsAges 17 yrs+ | $295.99 |
ChildrenAges 1-16 yrs | $290.49 |
Program
- 7:00 am - 7:45 am - Kona/Kohala Pick Up
- 10:00 am – 10:30 am - Kaumana Caves
- 9:30 am - Pickup In Hilo
- 11:45 am – 1:10 pm - Mackenzie & Lunch option
- 1:30 pm – 1:50 pm - Painted Church
- 2:50 pm – 4:50 - Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
- Kīlauea Visitor Center
- Kīlauea Iki
- Mauna
- Ulu
- Keanakāko’i
- Volcano House
- Steaming Bluffs
- 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm - Volcano Winery & BBQ Dinner
- 6:10 pm – 7:00 pm - Return To National Park For Evening Views Overlooking Kīlauea Crater (if time permits)
- 7:45 pm - 10:15 pm - Return to Hotel
Meals
Kona/Kohala Dinner:
- Loco Moco: Local Grass-fed beef patty Served on a bed of rice topped with an over easy egg smothered in brown gravy
Menu Options Include water, iced tea or coffee
- Korean Chicken
- Garlic Chicken
- Hamburger Steak
- Cheese Burger
- House Salad
Meal Options:
- Roast beef Sandwich
- Pastrami Sandwich
- Veggie Sandwich
- Cobb Salad
- Chef Salad
- Chicken Ceaser Salad
- Veggie Salad
Turkey,Lettuce,Sprouts,American Cheese,Mayonnaise on Whole Wheat Bread:
- Turkey Sandwich
- Ham sandwich
- Club Sandwich
Guidance
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Dress mindfully for sunshine (hat, sunglasses) and cooler evening temperatures (a light jacket is advised.)
- Live volcanic activity is not guaranteed.
- Entrance fees, picnic lunch, and Hawaiian-Style BBQ dinner all included.
- This tour is open to all ages, but the wine tasting is limited to guests 21 years of age and older. Other beverage options are available to all guests.
- Hilo guests will be picked up after the Kaumana Cave excursion. They will not participate in this portion of the tour.
Booking
Any request for a refund prior to 72 hours is honored with a full cash refund. No refunds issued for any tours within the 72 hour period, prior to the start of your tour. Please email or call our team as soon as you want to change your tour. No refunds for cancellations within 72-hours or no-shows.