Volcano & Lava Combo Tour
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Experience the most Kilauea Volcano has to offer! Explore the Volcanoes National Park with an intimate size group and then travel down to the Puna Coast to view the lava on the active side of Kilauea Volcano. Once you arrive at the park, an experienced guide will lead you on short leisurely hikes through lush rainforests alive with native birds, incredible foliage and a “walk through” lava tube. Explore hidden overlooks off the beaten path and witness the explosive power of Halema’uma’u Crater. Enjoy a stop at the Jagger Museum with its real time seismographs, eruption footage and beautiful displays of lava and Hawaiian geology.
You will then travel down the “Red Road” where the scenery is amazing as you weave through the rainforest and take in the jagged cliffs overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Walk out to the new black sand beach at Kaimu, which has forever been changed by the lava flows in the early 1990’s. Next stop, search for molten lava! Your guide will take you on a short hike over the lava fields to view the incredible molten lava streaming down the mountain from the Pu’u O’o vent. See lava in motion as it descends down to the sea. As the sun sets, you will experience a dramatic change in the landscape as the fire from the sea becomes alive in the darkness of this remote area. This fully narrated adventure is truly one of a kind!
Throughout the tour your guide will share with you history and geology of the area during the frequent stops along the way - an exciting and active way to spend the day discovering how lava has changed our land forever.
TOUR NOTES:
Wear comfortable clothing in layers (bring pants for walking over lava in evening) and covered walking shoes are required. Bring a camera. Views of Pu’u O’o vent and molten lava are subject to volcanic activity at time of tour. Flashlights provided for travel at dusk. Waterproof rain jackets are provided if needed.
TOUR RESTRICTIONS:
To enjoy this adventure, we ask that guests be at least 8 years old (minimum age is 5 years old) and all children less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Natural sulfur gases may affect those with respiratory problems. Tour itinerary may change due to weather or volcanic activity. Children are required by law to have proper safety seats for travel in the van.
FOOD & BEVERAGE:
A specialty picnic style lunch will be served that includes specialty wraps, fresh island fruit, macadamia nuts, assorted snacks and drinks. A light dinner will also be provided - Vegetarian choice available.
FITNESS:
Good – must be able to walk short to medium distances over uneven terrain.
TOUR DURATION:
The tour is approximately 10 hours from the Hilo area and 14 hours from the Kona/Waikoloa area. A full day of adventure!!
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Nui Pohaku Adventure Tours – Steve & Debra Romeo (808) 937-0644
PICK UP TIMES & LOCATIONS:
TOUR TIMES MAY VARY – CALL TO CONFIRM
WAIKOLOA:
Roy’s in the Waikoloa Kings Shops.
KONA:
Buns in the Sun in the Lanihau Shopping Center on Palani Rd.
HILO:
Queen Lili’uokalani Gardens or Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive.
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