Volcano Twilight and Stargazing Adventure

Name: Volcano Tours
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Big Island, Hawaii
Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii

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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 Hawai'i 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.

From: $249^.00

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10-Hour Circle Island Stargazing Tour From Kona Resorts
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$249^.00
per adult
10-Hour Deluxe Circle Island Stargazing Tour From Kona Resorts
Starting at
$309^.00
per adult

Adults Ages 13 yrs+

$ 249^.00

Children Ages 0-12 yrs

$ 239^.00

Adults Ages 12 yrs+

$ 249^.00

Children Ages 5-11 yrs

$ 239^.00

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Any hotel or accommodations not part of Kona the assigned Pickup Area is always: Target Store: 74-5455 Makala blvd Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (Meet near McDonald’s).

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Volcano Twilight and Stargazing Adventure Tour Features

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Volcanoes National Park

Experience the awe-inspiring wonders of Volcano National Park. Marvel at the active Kīlauea Volcano as it showcases the raw forces of creation and destruction. Feel the heat of steam vents emerging from the earth's fissures and take a short hike through the fascinating Thurston Lava Tube. Spend time in the Visitor Center, where you can see captivating videos and images, capturing the sheer power of this natural phenomenon. Learn the tale of the 2018 eruption that captured the nation’s attention, as lava consumed extensive areas of land and demolished more than 700 homes.

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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 Hawai'ian Green Sea Turtles, this beach offers an experience that will fill you with wonder. However, please respect and protect the turtles by staying at least 10 feet away from them and refrain from touching them. Additionally, it is essential to preserve the natural beauty of the beach by not taking any black sand with you.

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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 about the Polynesian explorers who used the stars to find Hawai'i many centuries ago.

Volcano Twilight and Stargazing Adventure Tour Details

Elements

10 Hrs. 9:30 AM Pickup, Kona Coast
The Opportunity To See Lava During Eruption Cycles
Drive Chain Of Craters To Ocean
Knowledgeable local guide

Thurston Lava Tube
Sky Watching & Night Time Photos Near Mauna Kea
Evening Visit To Volcanoes National Park
Volcanic Structures And Rocks

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 see 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 the chance to glimpse Hawai'i's green sea turtles.

We head into Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park in the afternoon for an amazing experience. We will travel along the Chain of Craters Road to 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 the Kīlauea 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, included if choosing the Deluxe option). Then, prepare for a magical evening of watching the sky near Mauna Kea. Depending on weather conditions, you can 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.

After a full day of exploring the best of the Big Island's highlights, we will return you to your hotel in Kona.

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!
Meals are included if choosing the Deluxe option. We will stop at the appropriate restaurants according to the group.
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.
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 started in the 1900s when Japanese immigrants moved to Hawai'i to work in sugar plantations. They soon began farming and selling taro and its leaves. Grandma would make laulau to feed the family and friends, fresh meat wrapped and cooked in taro leaves. It became so popular that they opened a restaurant to feed everyone, which was over 25 years ago.

Laulau & Combo Plates
Fried Rice, Saimin & Locos
Seafood & Steak Entrees
Tempura, Udon, & Katsu
Burgers & More
All-Day Breakfast

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Kona & Waikoloa resort area pickup
Stops for lunch and dinner (purchased on your own, included if choosing the Deluxe option)
Entrance to Volcanoes National Park
Short, guided hikes with a knowledgeable guide
Binoculars, towels, and umbrellas for your use
Cooler with non-alcoholic canned drinks and 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

9:30 AM - Pickup In Kohala and Waikoloa Resort Area
10:30 AM - Ali'i 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 - Punulu'u Black Sand Beach
3:30 PM - Volcanoes National Park
- Visitor Center
- Jagger Museum Overlook
- Steam Vents
- Kīlauea 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

*Meals are included if choosing the Deluxe option.
**The guide may alter 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much hiking do we do?

We will have a couple of easy hikes over a short distance on this tour. The total distance is about a mile.
Will we get to see active lava?

Due to the dynamic nature of active volcanoes, lava viewing conditions change daily or even hourly. The best viewing of current eruptive activity is on our Twilight Volcano Tour. We will do our best to get you to the closest viewing area providing it is safe and legal.
What do I bring/wear?

Wear comfortable clothing in layers as temperatures vary from warm to cool. We recommend you bring a light jacket and wear covered walking shoes.
How much time will we spend in Volcanoes National Park?

The typical visit by our tour guide is between 2-3 hours, longer if there is exciting volcanic activity. You will have the opportuntity to visit all the most popular sites, including a walk through a lava tube.