An Evening At Pele’s House!
- Big Island, Hawaii
- Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Sip a cup of local coffee and explore a coffee farm, walk along a black sand beach, and enjoy a scenic drive as we head to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for the afternoon and evening. Various stops are made to view the volcanic flow sites of the past, the beautiful park coastline, and the remarkable Thurston Lava Tube.
We’ll have a delicious meal, then your guide will take you to an ideal location for looking at the stars near Mauna Kea. Visit all the most popular sites that other visitors miss.
Volcano Twilight and Stargazing Adventure Tour Features
Volcanoes National Park
Experience the awe-inspiring wonders of Volcano National Park. Marvel at the active Kilauea Volcano as it showcases the raw forces of creation and destruction. Feel the heat of steam vents emerging from the earth's fissures and embark on a brief hike through the incredible Thurston Lava Tube. Immerse yourself in the Visitor Center's captivating videos and images, capturing the sheer power of this natural phenomenon. Discover the fascinating story of the 2018 eruption that captivated the nation, as lava engulfed vast stretches of land.
Turtles and Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
Come and behold the stunning black shores of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach! With its majestic coconut palm trees and the presence of magnificent Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, this beach offers an experience that will leave you in awe. However, please remember to respect and protect the turtles by refraining from touching them. Additionally, it is important to preserve the natural beauty of the beach by not taking any black sand with you
Stargazing Near Mauna Kea
Experience the ultimate sky-watching adventure near Mauna Kea. Discover a world beyond your imagination. Just like witnessing the sunrise on Maui or the famous big waves on Oʻahu's North Shore, stargazing near Mauna Kea is an activity that captures the essence of the Islands. We stop for a short time so you can enjoy the views, take some pictures and learn a little bit about the Polynesian explorers who used the stars to find Hawaii many centuries ago.
Volcano Twilight and Stargazing Adventure Tour Details
Elements
10 Hrs. 10:30 AM Pickup, Kona Coast
Evening Visit To Volcanoes National Park
Drive Chain Of Craters To Ocean
Knowledgeable local guide
Thurston Lava Tube
Sky Watching & Night Time Photos Near Mauna Kea
Insight
Join a knowledgeable local guide as you explore rare black sand beaches, walk through a lava tube, visit a famous Kona Coffee Farm, and witness the majesty of Volcanoes National Park. Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and geology of the island as your guide shares fascinating insights along the way.
We begin with a visit to a Kona Coffee Farm, where you can stroll through the orchards, learn about the coffee-making process, and savor a cup of locally grown coffee. Then, enjoy a scenic drive that takes you past sights like Kealakekua Bay and South Point, the southernmost point of the United States. Finally, stop at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, a spot known for its the chance to glimpse Hawaii's green sea turtles.
In the afternoon, we head into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for an amazing experience. Travel along the Chain of Craters Road, so you can appreciate the island's diverse landscapes. Marvel at past volcanic eruptions, explore the breathtaking park coastline and venture into the remarkable Thurston Lava Tube. Your certified tour guide will provide intriguing commentary at highlights such as Kilauea Iki Lookout, steam vents, Halema'uma'u Crater, and the crater rim trail.
As the day ends, enjoy a delicious dinner at a restaurant near the park (purchased on your own). Then, prepare for a magical evening of watching the sky near Mauna Kea. Depending on weather conditions, you'll have the opportunity to observe stars, planets, and the moon. While you marvel at the night sky, your guide will share fascinating legends and stories about the celestial wonders above.
We will return you to your hotel in Kona after a full day of exploring the best of the Big Island highlights.
Cost & Schedule
10-Hour Circle Island Stargazing Tour From Kona Resorts
AdultsAges 12 yrs+ | $249.00 |
ChildrenAges 5-11 yrs | $239.00 |
10-Hour Deluxe Circle Island Stargazing Tour From Kona Resorts
AdultsAges 13 yrs+ | $309.00 |
ChildrenAges 0-12 yrs | $299.00 |
Meals
To help our communities with tourism, we encourage our guests to purchase food, drinks, and other items directly from the local family farms, bakeries, and restaurants we visit. They are places you would want to come back and visit again on your own!
Our vehicles contain coolers with cold canned, non-alcoholic drinks for our guests. We don't provide plastic water bottles but we do have clean, great-tasting water for refilling your own water bottle.
For our guests, during stargazing, we have hot water to make some tea, instant coffee, or hot chocolate to help keep you warm.
Depending on the group, we may make stops at Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Plantation, a honey farm, Hilo's Farmer's Market, food truck lots, or other locations. Your guide will choose the best spots for that day.
Punalu'u Bake Shop - $5-15 / per person
Located in the southernmost town, is a bakery that makes Hawaiian sweet bread from a traditional family recipe. All sweetbreads are made without preservatives and wrapped in bright, tapa-print packaging. Try at least a sample and you will be hooked. The settings and outdoor cafe make for a wonderful stopping point to enjoy a lunch meal.
- Deli & Hot Sandwiches On Sweet Bread
- Soups & Salads
- Plate Lunches With Rice & Mac Salad
- Baked Goods
- Teas
- Espresso Bar
- Ice Cream
- Pies & Cakes
- Fruit Smoothies
Kuhio Grille - $10 - $30 / per person
The family history starts in the 1900s when Japanese immigrants moved to Hawaii to work in the sugar plantations. They soon began farming and selling taro as well as the leaves. Grandma would make laulau to feed the family and friends, fresh meat wrapped and cooked in taro leaves. It became so popular they opened a restaurant to feed everyone, that was over 25 years ago.
- Laulau & Combo Plates
- Fried Rice, Saimin & Locos
- Seafood & Steak Entrees
- Tempura, Udon, & Katsu
- Burgers & More
- All-Day Breakfast
Our deluxe tour includes lunch and a picnic dinner.
Lunch:
- Deli-Style Picnic Lunch
- Seasonal selections may vary.
Dinner:
- Three Course Dinner at Historic Kilauea Lodge
- Seasonal selections may vary.
Provided
- Kona & Waikoloa resort area pickup
- Stops for lunch & dinner (purchased on your own - deluxe version includes meals)
- Entrance to Volcanoes National Park
- Short, guided hikes with knowledgeable guide
- Binoculars, towels & umbrellas for your use
- Cooler with non-alcoholic canned drinks & cold water refills (Please bring your refillable bottles as we do not provide water in plastic bottles.)
- Numerous stops at points of interest
- Local expert guide providing a narrated tour
- Sanitary, motion, and first-aid supplies for your safety
- Comfortable seat in a small group tour vehicle
Program
- 10:30 AM - Pickup In Kohala & Waikoloa Resort Area
- 11:30 AM - Alii Drive - Kailua-Kona Pickups
- 1:00 PM - Overlooks Of Southern Lava Fields
- 1:30 PM - Kona Country Farm
- 2:00 PM - Bakery For Lunch (on your own)
- 3:30 PM - Punuluu Black Sand Beach
- 3:30 PM - Volcanoes National Park
- Visitor Center
- Jagger Museum Overlook
- Steam Vents
- Kilauea Iki Overlook
- Thurston Lava Tube
- Volcano House Gift Shop
- 5:30 PM - Hilo Town / Rainbow Falls
- 6:00 PM - Stop For Dinner (on your own)
- 6:50 PM - Leave Hilo Area
- 7:40 PM - Stargazing & Astrophotography
- 8:00 PM - Return To Kona
- 8:30 PM - Arrive At Waikoloa Resorts
- 9:30 PM - Arrive In Kailua-Kona
* The guide may alter and change the itinerary route based on the group's desires, timing, road construction, or weather conditions. We will alter this tour as well when major lava flows occur.
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.