From Kona and Waikoloa: Intimate Volcano Discovery Tour Small Group Volcano Day Tour
ID: GYG184436-282479
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Journey to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for an in-depth volcano experience. Your certified guide will share a mix of natural and cultural history about Hawaii's formation, illuminating the stories behind the ever-changing landscape of the Big Island.
Begin your adventure with a scenic drive over the stark and beautiful saddle road to set the stage for the day overlooking mesmerizing views including a stop to view the famous Rainbow Falls. If the Twilight option is selected, you will stay in the Park past sunset to view the eruption's glow.
From there your first stop will be the Hawaii Volcanoes, National Park. Discover all the “must-see” spots within the Park including the dramatically changed Halemaumau Crater.
After immersing yourself in the magnanimous history and culture of Volcanoes National Park and enjoying your picnic lunch, you will be driven to Hawaii Forest and Trail's private lava tube, Kauhi Cavern.
Explore this unique cave with ceilings as high as 35 feet, expansive rooms, bright golden walls, and an “upside-down” forest of roots hanging from the cave ceiling.
Upon returning to the surface from the lava tube exploration, enjoy a light afternoon snack with your fellow travelers and guide while reflecting on your in-depth volcano experience.
Highlights
- Learn about volcanic activity from your certified guide
- Enjoy 2-3 miles of hiking around the park’s most dynamic terrain
- See the night’s sky light up with Pele’s orange and red glow
- Gain exclusive access to Kauhi Cavern, an off-road private lava tube known for its bright yellow and gold cave walls
- See Hilo's famous Rainbow Falls
- Stay past dark to see the evening eruption glow (if Twilight option is selected)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Guests must be able to walk short distances of 2 to 3 miles on uneven terrain
The order in which points of interest are seen may vary slightly from the tour description
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must present a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the activity starts
Masks are required while indoors
Select central pickup and drop-off locations for Kona and Waikoloa - Please confirm the closest meeting location directly with activity provider.
As a courtesy to other guests, please arrive at 10-minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time. Please look for the local supplier's van with 'Hawaii Forest & Trail' on the front, side, and back.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
