Big Island Volcano Hiking Adventure

Experience Hawaii's nature and landscape!

Big Island, United States

Duration
11 hrs

Start & End Time
Varies

Max Group Size
13 ppl

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Included

Minimum Age
5 yrs old

Meals
Included

What's Included

Get up to $20 cash back per person when you book with us
All taxes included
Learn about your surroundings as you trek with an English-speaking guide
Transportation via Mercedes 15 passenger mini-coach
Re-fuel with a catered deli-style lunch plus water, juice, soda, snacks
Enjoy comfortable amenities along the way such as hiking sticks, umbrellas, hot and cold towel service, rain and parka jackets
Experience Hawaii's beautiful nature, topography, and nature with guided hikes

Where We Visit:

Mauna Kea
Mauna Loa
Pu’uhuluhulu
Kaumana Caves
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Kilauea Caldera
Chain of Craters Road
Visitor Center
Steam Vents
Kilauea Iki
Mauna Ulu
Thurston Lava Tube
Holei Sea Arch
Rainbow Falls
Saddle Road

What to Expect

Embark on a volcano hiking adventure! This tour features the most exploratory volcano adventure on Hawaii's Big Island! Journey over Saddle Road, take a short walk up a cinder cone before dropping down Kaumana Caves in Hilo. Leaving Hilo, you'll trek into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at Kilauea.

At the summit, the tour will check out a few of the popular spots at Kilauea Caldera including the steam vents at the rim and visitor center. You’ll fuel up with a quick deli-style lunch before discovering the Chain of Craters Road, hike Kilauea Iki, and seeing the sights at Holei Sea Arch. Before the return walk over Saddle Road, you'll take in the splendor of Rainbow Falls and relax after an incredible day at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

This tour provides ultimate amenities along the way (such as hiking sticks, towel service, parkas, umbrellas, beverages) with a true focus on being active, interacting with volcano attractions, and maximizing a full day on tour. This tour will provide the best insight into Hawaii's natural elements in a fun and interactive way.

Hikes you'll embark on:

Pu’uhuluhulu Cinder Cone at Mauna Kea Access Road – 20 minutes
Kilauea Iki Trail/Thurston Lava Tube (Hawaii Volcanoes National Park) – 2 hours minimum (1 hour minimum of hiking)
Devastation Trail (Hawaii Volcanoes National Park) – 30 minutes

Meals: Lunch is included on this tour. Meals are served individually to comply with sanitary/COVID standards. Pre-orders are not necessary but please let the tour know if you have any dietary restrictions. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

Gourmet Snack Basket: Assorted chips, crackers, granola bars, cookies, and fruit snacks.

Lunch: Hawaiian BBQ chicken breast fanned over sesame-grilled vegetables and ginger-herb quinoa. Served with Hawaiian sweet roll and butter, Kona Lava bar brownie.

Sample itinerary:

Kona Hotels and Resort Pick Up
Waikoloa and Kohala Hotels and Resort Pick Up
Pu’uhuluhulu – Cinder Cone Morning Hike and Mid-Morning Snack
Kaumana Caves Adventure – Descend into an 1881 Mauna Loa Lava Tube
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park – Visitor Center, Kilauea Overlook, and Steam Vents. Kilauea Iki Hike
Chain of Craters Road, Holei Sea Arch, and Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) with Deli-Style Lunch Served
Rainbow Falls – Iconic Hilo Waterfall
Waikoloa and Kohala Hotels and Resorts
Kona Hotels and Resorts

Frequently Asked Questions

Backpack, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, camera, a second change of clothes, and a hat. We will be out in the elements for several hours on tour.

Although Hawaii is home to the endless summer, there are places and times where the temperature can drop substantially. Weather can change dramatically from hot and humid to cool and wet conditions. Kailani Tours Hawaii recommends wearing comfortable footwear, a hat and sunglasses, and shorts or long pants. Comfortable and light clothing is recommended. Jackets will be provided in the event of cooler temperatures or inclement weather.

At your West Hawaii hotel or resort.

The tour works with the best restaurants and caterers on the Big Island to bring you an experience of all five senses. Tipping is, of course, at the discretion of the tour guest but is customary when great service has been provided.

Policies

Terms & Conditions:

Tour description and itinerary is subject to change. Due to the topographical and weather changes that have recently affected the tour area, some attractions and sites may be unreachable or unsafe to visit. Park officials have recently reopened Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with several restrictions as they continue to make repairs. Park officials have been known to restrict entry without notice. Kailani Tours Hawaii will not issue refunds caused by park restrictions.
This tour is for guests 5 years and older. It includes a few short walks to and from several sites. Passengers travelling with a wheelchair or walker are more than welcome to join our tour. Kailani Tours Hawaii’s spacious Mercedes passenger mini coaches provide the ultimate in comfort, for guests hoping to avoid large 50 passenger busses and want a more personal and authentic tour experience.
This tour has a maximum of 13 passengers to provide plenty of headroom in the cabin and comes with a state-of-the-art audio and visual public address package.
Picnic-Style Gourmet Lunch is included, along with chips, snacks, granola and power bars, and drinks
Meal menus are subject to change without notice
Hiking locations subject to change depending upon weather conditions and volcanic activity level

Cancellation Policy:

The tour is committed to providing five-star service to all guests. The tour will not refund tour price due to weather-related reasons. They will promise an incredible volcano experience but unfortunately cannot control the weather. Guests will be charged 100% of the tour price for cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled tour.