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Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

- discover big craters, rainforest & lava landscapes on the summit of Kilauea volcano -

" ... you made the day one of the best guided tours we have had anywhere in the world. Best wishes, Ric" (R. Cother, Australia)
Kilauea caldera, the summit of the volcano
Tour code: HAW_HNP
Tour type: 1-day tours: geology & volcanism
Difficulty: Custom (variable)
Duration: 4-24+ hrs

Dates:

Custom and scheduled dates
25-Feb
29-Feb
10/08/11

Price (p.p.): from 150 USD

Included:

  • All transportation on the Big Island in private 4WD vehicle
  • Expert local guide with presentations on eruption history
  • Entry to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
  • Fresh local fruits, local snacks and juices en route
EXPLORE the grand eruptions of Kīlauea's past from "curtains of fire" to high lava fountains! Learn the processes that shape the volcanic landscape, plants & animals, and connections to Hawaiian culture past and present. Short tours include big craters & volcanic landscapes, native rainforest & Nāhuku lava tube, while longer tours also include custom-length hikes featuring frozen lava trees, ponds, lakes & fissures!
  • Kilauea - the most active volcano in the world
  • Accurate first hand geology information
  • Small group size (1-10)
  • Personalized itinerary

Sample itinerary (full day + evening)

Note:
All tours are fully customizable and adapted to your preferences at the time of excursion.

Day 1:

Morning: Kilauea’s summit
From the native forests to the site of active eruption at Halema’uma’u crater, allowing for meals and transit.

Day 1:

Afternoon: Kilauea’s chain of crater
from archaelogical sites tohistorical eruptions, the south flank is a living, moving part of Kilauea volcano.

Day 1:

Afternoon - evening: Kilauea’s coastal plain: lava viewing
Visit the costal area with the objective of seeing active lava or the lava ocean entry at dusk, conditions permitting.

Arrival info:

The tour starts and ends on Big Island, ideally in Hilo or Volcano. Pick-up and transfers to and from Kona can be arranged, but the guided transfer time counts towards the time of the tour.
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