Elite Volcano Hike
Hike down into Kilauea Caldera on the 2 mile Halema’uma’u Trail, and visit aftermath of the historic 2018 eruption along Kilauea’s coastline. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park including Kilauea Visitor Center, Sulphur Banks, the Kilauea Iki Overlook, Volcano House and more. Small-group tour deli-style lunch and dinner are included.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled water
✔ Lunch
✔ Dinner
Pickup Locations
1. Mauna Lani Point
2. Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
3. Volcano House
4. Kohala Coast Collection
5. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings' Land Waikoloa
6. Lava Lodge at Volcano Village
7. Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa
8. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
9. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
10. Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
11. Kailua Village Resort
12. Uncle Billy's Kona Bay Hotel
13. Kona Oceanfront Home
14. Royal Kona Resort
15. Waikoloa Honu and Gecko Condominiums
16. Club Wyndham Mauna Loa Village
17. Hilton Waikoloa Village
18. Kona
19. Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
20. Keahole Airport
Additional Info: Please contact us for your pick up location and time.
Itinerary
1
Maunaloa
Exploring Hawaii Island’s explosive side on foot is what this tour is all about. Hike Kilauea lava flows dating back to 1881 up to the historic flows of 2018. First, you’ll travel across Saddle Road between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, two of the tallest and most massive volcanoes on Earth. Your National Park Service certified guide will discuss the volcanology, geology, and history of these monstrous wonders, as well as providing in-depth narration on the various lava flows and flora and fauna that you’ll be passing by.
Duration: 1.5 hours
2
Kaumana Caves Park
Explore Kaumana Caves, part of the lava tube system that brought lava as close as 1.5 miles from downtown Hilo in 1881. Take a peek inside the dramatic cathedral-like space.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Enjoy a scenic drive thru Hilo town where you’ll drive along the historic waterfront before stopping at KapohoKine Adventures store to pick up supplies.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Next travel to the crown jewel of the Big Island, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Briefly visit the Kilauea Iki Overlook before heading off on foot down the paved road to Keanakakoi. Check out the activity here from the historic 2018 eruption which buckled the road and caused racks and sinkholes. You’ll get a birds-eye view of the Kilauea Caldera and the enormous Halema’uma’u Crater, along with views of the trail you will take into the Caldera. This trail has been used to hike into the caldera since being established in 1846. Mark Twain was once rescued by native guide Alex Lancaster using this trail. It’s about 2 miles roundtrip taking you past the famous Sulphur Banks, through ancient forests of tree ferns, some as old as 1,000 years. Look for native birds, such as the yellow ‘amakihi and the red ‘apapane. Huge boulders came to rest here during ancient rock slides and eruptions. Look for marks left by previous visitors such as Benjamin Boyd, a Scot, and John Webster, a California artist, from back in 1851. Reaching the floor of Kilauea Calder there is an incredible rock slide to your left, evidence of the 2018 eruption, and Halema’uma’u Crater before you. The Crater increased in size during the eruption with the lava lake draining out of it leaving behind an enormous 1,000 foot deep pit. Return to civilization at Volcano House for some beautiful views.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
