2018 Eruption Adventure Tour (includes Fissure 8)

Overview

During this tour you will be provided with an intimate and unique experience told through the voices and faces of people who lived through and witnessed the 2018 Lower East Rift Zone eruption. This is a unique and one of kind experience that is not available anywhere else. We will drive you to each of the four different properties to explore with a guided tour. You will learn about the 2018 eruption, the history of each property and the opportunity to ask questions of the owners who witnessed the eruption first hand. Each property has its own story along with providing special features and views.

One of a kind views and and experiences
Walk thru a fissure
200 degree steam vents
Walk over still steaming cracks
Walk around the remnants of a burned down home from the eruption.
Views of several of the fissures
Sights, sounds and smells of a recent eruption.
A yard with huge cracks all across it.
Stories from firsthand accounts of people who lived through and witnessed the eruption.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Tue 16 Dec

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Starting at $199.00

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Tue 16 Dec

Starting at $199.00

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What's Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Umbrellas are provided in case of rain. It's Hawaii and it does rain a lot.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be at least 8 years old to participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (12)

amandavP2442BX

Aug 2021

This experience made our entire trip! We were very humbled to see the 2018 lava flow and the destruction it caused. The tour was VERY educational and allowed us to e first hand the power behind a volcanic eruption. Our two teenagers found this to be incredible to see and touch the lava and to look out at acres of lava fields. We saw steam vents, were told stories to explain the event and what it was like first hand for those who experienced it. We are immensely grateful for the patience, generosity and kindness shown by Heath and Roy during our trip. We also got to see so many interesting fruit trees and plants growing on Roy’s property and he even gave us a few free fruits to take with us. This was by far the best way to really see and comprehend the 2018 eruption, it may not be all of the lava that flowed, but the concentration of fissures and steam vents makes this a very dense tour full of sights to see. Definitely wear sunblock, don’t forget to coat your legs as the sun reflects back into your skin over the lava. The guys had water for us and even a few snacks to keep us energized for the tour. They even allowed some of our party to ride in their vehicle to the properties to allow more visibility and the chance to get more information on the drive in. Our buddy accidentally left his car keys in that vehicle after being dropped back off and we had to call Heath to come back and bring the keys to us, which he did without an inkling of hesitation. Just really kind people, I can’t recommend this enough!

RGalVal

Jul 2021

Rod and Heath are wonderful narrators. Their experiences and bond of a friendship created from a neighborly call to help. It's truly a tour to book. They are open and friendly. It was a true pleasure meeting them both. 2018 Eruption and aftermath is amazing to view. Up close and insightful. This tour gives you the full perspective and impact. We had toured Kazumura cave prior this tour and learned both under ground lava impact, and then came to this tour which gave us above ground perspective. WOW, oh Wow. Loved meeting both of these guys. Rod and his landscaped gorgeous gardens, and Heath with the loss of his family home plus surrounding volcanic landscape. There are currently blowing steam vents everywhere. We will go back and check out the latest. They have a bridge under way to cross over the volcanic valley. If you're reading this... book it and go see. This is your tour.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Aloha Val, It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and I thank you for the opportunity to share our experience with you. We look forward to seeing you on your next trip to the Big Island.

Wlhilton

May 2021

Okay folks, this is the real fissure 8 tour! Heath & Rod are the true landowners in the fissure 8 area, all other “tours” offered are trespassing. This is the most informative, and interesting tour we’ve been on. Not only are you walking into fissure 9 and 24 but you’re being guided by two of the homeowners that lived through the eruption. The lava is amazing to see and there is still steam and “hot” spots coming from the ground. Their story is sad to hear but they have channeled their experience into a positive and informative tour that gives back to the community. If you want to see lava, this is the tour to take! We highly recommend!