• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park including a visit to Kilauea caldera where you will witness the dramatic changes from recent or perhaps current volcanic eruptions within Halema’uma’u crater. Feel the heat of steaming bluffs and enjoy the cool mist of the Hawaiian rainforest. Enjoy short hikes and Hawaiian cultural interpretation throughout Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with your certified national park guide.
• Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube - Enjoy a walk through the Hawaiian rainforest to Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube). Explore the 500 year old underground tube where hot molten lava once rushed through.
• Chain of Craters Road - Explore volcanic formations amongst frozen fields of lava and peer down into once active volcanic craters. Learn the history, culture and geology of Kilauea volcano on this small group guided tour.
• Rainbow Falls - View the majestic 80 foot waterfall of Waianuenue or Rainbow Falls. Enjoy the tropical landscape as you learn the legends of Hawaii.
• Big Island Candies - Get your pep in your step with tasty hand-made chocolates, locally grown macadamia nuts and island fresh coffee!
• Liliuokalani Gardens - Enjoy the scenic drive through Liliuokalani Gardens with large banyan trees, fishponds, pagodas and picture perfect landscaping along Hilo bay.

• Private transportation
• Hotel pick-up for select hotels
• Hilo Mo’oheau Bus Terminal meet-up for others
• Hilo Airport pickup and drop-off
• Bottled water included
• Professional guide
• Hilo Harbor Port pickup and drop-off

• Lunch
• Gratuities
• We DO NOT provide transportation from Kona or Waikoloa. Please meet us in Hilo at the bus terminal.

Indulge in a unique private expedition to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo’s lush landscape.

Embark on a journey to the peak of Hawaii Island’s youngest and most vibrant volcano, Kilauea. You might be fortunate to witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of volcanic eruption if timing favors! Witness the sulfurous Kilauea caldera, foggy rainforest of Nahuku (Thurston lava tube), and the Chain of Craters Road. Participate in brief treks along the trails as you gain knowledge about historical and recent volcanic outbursts, diverse lava structures, and the local history and Hawaiian traditions relevant to the region.

Being a private expedition, you have the freedom to decide whether to spend your entire time in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with additional trekking options or you can descend to the Hilo with stopovers at the splendid Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, and a regional chocolate factory.

• Operates in all weather conditions (be prepared for sun, wind and rain).
• Covered walking shoes are required and a jacket is highly recommended.
• We do not guarantee you will see molten lava on this tour.
• HOTEL pick-up is offered for select HILO HOTELS ONLY. If you are staying outside of Hilo, please plan to meet at the Hilo Mo’oheau Bus Terminal (please confirm at time of booking).
• CRUISE SHIP passengers, we pick-up directly at HILO HARBOR and will adjust the tour time as needed to accommodate your ships time in port.
• For a one DAY TRIP to the Big Island, please make your travel arrangements to and from the HILO AIRPORT. Schedule your flight arrival a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the tour start time AND provide your flight details at time of booking.
• Children ages 8 years and up may participate in tour. All participants must have a paid seat. We do not allow any “lap” children.
• Kilauea volcano is an active volcano, you may be exposed to volcanic gas on this tour.
• This tour cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs, scooters or oxygen tanks.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.