The recent eruptions of Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park have captured the world's imagination and on this day trip from Oahu you can see this famous landscape for yourself.

This fully narrated Volcano Adventure features a hike over the lava flow that covered the village of Kalapana and famous Kaimu black sand beach in the 1980's. You will take a short walk out to the newest accessible black sand beach which takes you over an area that was once the ocean. Look to the east and see the slopes of Volcanoes National Park where, if there is any surface lava flow, you may see steam or lava coming down towards the sea.

Explore Volcanoes National Park, Jagger Museum, Thurston Lava Tube, Kilauea Iki Crater and visit a colorful anthurium and orchid nursery where you will see these exotic blooms. Another highlight of this Volcano Adventure from Oahu is legendary Rainbow Falls where you might be lucky enough to see the rushing water mix with sunlight to form beautiful rainbows.

Tour Highlights:

• Drive through the town of Hilo along Banyan Drive
• Visit Rainbow Falls
• Jagger Museum and Volcano House
• Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (includes admission)
• See the lava flow that has formed some of the Earth's newest land
• Orchid and anthurium nursery

This Volcano Adventure involves a hike of up to a mile to see the lava flow. Lava viewing conditions change daily. On occasion, the best approach involves hiking (distance varies) over rough, uneven, lava surfaces.

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

• New Years Day (1 January)
• Easter Sunday (23 March, 2008)
• Thanksgiving Day (27 November)
• Christmas Eve (24 December)
• Christmas Day (25 December)
• New Years Eve (31 December)

Departure Point:

Tour departs from most centrally located Waikiki hotels

Due to the construction on the Waikiki beach walk project area, guests staying at the following hotels must meet the tour at the Sheraton bus depot:

• Halekulani
• Imperial Hawaii
• Marc Royal Suites (on beachwalk)
• Ohana Royal Islander
• Outrigger Reef (on Kalia Rd)
• Waikiki Parc
• Waikiki Shore

Departure Time:

Between 4:000am - 5:00am, exact time to be advised at time of reconfirmation

Return details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approx. 8:40pm

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick-up is provided from Waikiki hotels. Please enter the name and address of your hotel at time of booking and call 24-hours prior to tour commencement to re-confirm your pick-up time and hotel. Cruise ship/port pick-up is not available. If you do not indicate your hotel for pick up at the time of booking, please call the tour operator and advise them of this information directly (contact details will be on your confirmation voucher).

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
• Round trip coach class air travel to the neighbor island
• Ground transportation by air-conditioned motorcoach or minibus
• Airline Fare and Fuel Surcharge
• Hawaii State Taxes

Exclusions:

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking, unless you are booking within 14 days of tour date. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• A light sweater may be needed at the volcano area and sturdy walking shoes are required
• Passengers with asthma and other respiratory problems should please consider other tour offerings to avoid potential health problems resulting from exposure to fumes
• As we cannot predict volcanic activity, features may vary daily depending on conditions. In an effort to make this an unforgettable experience, the tour operators will take you as close as possible to the volcanic activity.
• Lava sightings not guaranteed

Hotel pick up is available from most centrally located Waikiki hotels. Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking.


Important note:

Please read the following cautionary comments before selecting this tour:

• When lava enters the ocean, the intense heat produces a plume cloud with dangerous and potentially life threatening toxic gases, super heated steam, and hydrochloric acid. Airborne particles are a hazard to your eyes and lungs. Watch for shifting winds that can blow acid mist clouds over you. Leave the area at once.
• Where lava enters the ocean the coastline is extended. This new surface is unstable and may collapse at any time without warning. Do not approach areas where lava is entering the ocean.
• Sharp lava cracks and holes, loose rock, and thin crust greatly increase your risk of getting hurt. Falling on lava can result in nasty wounds. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Use sunscreen, wear a hat, and drink plenty of fluids.
• If inland flows are present, and you use caution, you may have an opportunity to view fresh lava close up. Follow marked routes and your guides instructions. Molten lava is 2000 degrees F, so keep a safe distance and never go into areas where your escape route may be cut off. Do not throw objects into lava as this can cause burns from spattering lava or eye injuries from airborne volcanic glass fragments. BE AWARE, STAY ALERT, AND USE CAUTION AT ALL TIMES, DO NOT TAKE CHANCES.
Please Note: The name you enter at the time of booking must be exactly as appears on your photo I.D.


Interisland Air Carriers will deny boarding if the passenger name, as shown on valid government-issued I.D. does not match the name on their voucher. This is a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and FAA requirement. Air Carriers proven to be non-compliant are subject to severe penalties; thus there is no flexibility with this policy. If a passenger is denied boarding, there will be no refund issued.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

Go back to top to select a date