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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves, Falls & Highlights Small Group

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves, Falls & Highlights Small Group

Overview

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves, waterfalls, and Lava trees in a lush volcanic rainforest. See the 2018 lava destruction and the newly formed Black Sand Beach just created. A truly amazing experience!

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ship's arrival & departure.

Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $133.34

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $133.34

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Professional guide

Port pickup and drop-off / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Moderate tour - Involves walking over relatively unlevel terrain, possible gravel, lava, uneven ground and steep steps. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately; light rain jacket or poncho
A stop is made to purchase food
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exact departure time may vary depending on the cruise ship's disembarkation time
Not recommended for those who cannot walk over uneven ground or with poor health
Lava Tube: The steps to get into the lava tube are steep and the ground is uneven. You do not have to go into the lava tube if you feel it is too much for you.

What To Expect

Liliuokalani Gardens

This is the largest Japanese garden outside of Japan donated by Queen Liliʻuokalani in 1917. Throughout the gardens are stone lanterns, gazebos, and torii gates, recalling the Japanese immigrants who came to Hawaii.

Hilo

Drive through the historical downtown Hilo as you will learn about the devastating tsunamis of the past

Rainbow Falls

Breathtaking 80 ft waterfall, Rainbow Falls. These beautiful falls get their name from the rainbow that is often visible in the mist that rises as the water cascades to the rocks 80 feet below.

Kaumana Caves Park

Time to explore lava caves is next! We walk you down into a lava cave through a skylight, also locally known as a lava tube. Kaumana Caves was created by one of our largest volcanoes, Mauna Loa. The guide will explain how molten lava makes these spectacular lava tubes and the fascinating colors inside.

Pahoa

On our drive we will drive through a quaint town called Pahoa. Once a booming plantation town and now a laid-back hippie town with old school artistry charm and wood-plank boardwalks. You will see the current lava flow that nearly wiped this town off the map.

Lava Tree State Park

We will walk a trail among lava trees that looks somewhat of a petrified forest and look down into a deep fissure. This unusual volcanic sight is one stop that shouldn’t be missed.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (45)

Lisa_W

May 2022

Wow! Ellen provided great commentary. Flashlights and walking sticks to go into the lava tube were much appreciated. We also were her "guinea pigs" for an awesome 1st side trip to see fissure 8 (and others) with 2 of the property owners. We saw the actual devastation the 2018 eruption caused and experienced the geothermal power thru the exposed volcanic vents. Definitely a highlight and highly recommended she continue to offer the extra experience. Her local snacks were yummy. Even the rain didn't stop us as she also provided umbrellas. Wow!

Response from Host

May 2022

Aloha Lisa, thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! The volcano safari tour really goes into some interesting areas in the eastern rift zone of Kilauea Volcano for sure. 😊

Gabrielle_O

Apr 2022

Our tour guide, Ellen, took us to the lava flow (still steaming!), the Japanese Garden, the waterfalls and much more. She was informative, engaging, fun and kept us interested. Wonderful small group tour

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Aloha Gabriel, since we have redesigned this tour it is one of my personal favorites really going off the beaten path of Hawaii. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It really means a lot to us and so glad you enjoyed your guide Ellen 😊

John_H

Feb 2022

All of it - our guide Ellen was very friendly, helpful, full of information and obviously loved telling visitors about the island she calls home. Comfortable vehicle, snacks and water provided, a very pleasant few hours.

Response from Host

Feb 2022

Aloha John, the newly designed volcano safari tour is really off the beaten path back into the old Hawaiian roads. So I am so pleased to hear that it's a hit! Ellen is a wonderful guide and we are so happy to have her part of our team ❤