Adults $119, guests under 12 years of age $99. All prices are plus tax.
Guests must cancel tour no less than 24 hours before tour departure for a full refund. Molten lava will not be seen. Volcanic activity changes constantly and cannot be guaranteed. Comfortable walking shoes required. We’re happy to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions, including children’s meals, with advance notice. Order of itinerary may change. Tour runs rain or shine.
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Make Kilauea Volcano and Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park your destination, and stay past sunset! This is a fully narrated adventure that starts at the KapohoKine Adventures’ store in downtown Hilo. Boarding your tour vehicle, the lush greenery of Hilo gives way to stark black basalt lava flows in Kalapana, a village completely destroyed by the advancing lava just a few years ago. First stop will be a walk across the recent lava flows to the newest black sand beach on the island. You will witness how the volcano engulfed everything in it’s path, even completely filling in Kaimu Bay with molten lava. This walk takes you over what once was the best swimming beach on Hawaii Island. Next stop is the Lava Viewing Area in Kalapana, where your vehicle drives over the lava flows that overran the highway. Look for any current volcanic activity available before heading to the Painted Church. Now decommissioned, it was the first home in Hawaii to Saint Damien before he famously found his calling amongst the lepers of Molokai. This Church was so important to determined local villagers that it was moved, not once but twice, to evade the advancing molten lava flows. Finally, your Park Ranger-trained guide reveals the highlights of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, from active volcanic craters and steam vents to the historic Jaggar Museum. Enjoy dinner at Volcano Winery. Guests can expect a private vineyard and tea orchard tour, plus a wine tasting or glass of wine included with dinner at the Winery. Return to the Park and watch for current volcanic activity as the sun sets before returning to Hilo.
Video and/or still cameras, government issued ID, and tour vouchers or method of payment
Moderate air temperatures at sea level, occasional rain showers, walks across uneven, rocky terrain including the recent black lava flows, and tour locations created just for KapohoKine Adventures’ guests. There are unique locally produced gifts and products available for purchase at the KapohoKine Adventures Store. Red lava cannot be guaranteed on this tour. Walking distances and viewing opportunities will vary depending on volcanic activity, which changes constantly. Federal, State, or County officials may close or open the lava viewing area at any time depending on conditions and hazards present. Every attempt is made to get as safely as possible to the lava viewing area and tours depart whether the area is currently open or closed as conditions do change constantly.
Comfortable clothes in layers, shorts are fine, light jacket or sweater, sunglasses and hat, comfortable closed-toe shoes are required (sandals and flip-flops or “slippahs” will not be accepted)
Military-grade LED flashlights, umbrellas, walking sticks, camera tripod to share, mosquito repellant, sunblock, snacks and beverages (water, juice, soda) all day, dinner and tour at the Volcano Winery (dietary requirements and restrictions accommodated on request with advance notice), all entrance fees and access to private locations
Kalapana Lava Fields, hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and the Kalapana Painted Church. Order of itinerary may change, itinerary may be altered due to weather or volcanic activity and alternate locations may be substituted
Red molten lava cannot be guaranteed may not be seen. Volcanic activity changes constantly and cannot be guaranteed. Comfortable walking shoes required. We’re happy to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions, including children’s meals, with advance notice. Order of itinerary may change. 24 hours notice required to cancel for full refund. Tour runs rain or shine.
Guests should be able to negotiate stairs and walk for 20 minutes unassisted, all ages can be accommodated with the following restrictions:
* State law requires child safety seats for all guests under 4 years of age (we’re happy to supply seats at no charge with advance notice)
* Booster seats required for all guests between ages 4 and 7 and under 4 feet 9 inches tall and 80 pounds weight (we’re happy to supply seats at no charge with advance notice)
* Guests under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult
* Volcanic emissions, including sulfur gas, may affect those with respiratory concerns
* Participants should be prepared for immediate evacuation in accordance with directions given by County, State and/or Federal officials
Our Store is conveniently located in Historic downtowm Hilo. Explore local restaurants, shops, art galeries, museums and more either before or after your tour with us. Discounts to establishments are available. Our Store has an activity desk where you can purchase discounted activities in Hilo or Kona to make your vacation more enjoyable. We also carry Patagonia adventure clothing, keen shoes, Salomon shoes, and Columbia adventure gear and apparel, along with other adventure essentials.
There are 8 hour parking lots available on the makai (ocean) side of Kamehameha Avenue.
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel 71 Banyan Drive Hilo, HI 96720 (808) 935-9361
Also called "Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel", this Hilo landmark hotel sits adjacent to the beautiful Liliuokalani Gardens and across the street from the Naniloa Country Club. KapohoKine uniformed guide and vehicle will meet you in front of open lobby under porte cochere.
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