Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

Explore volcanic landscapes created not long ago

Our special use permits, authorized by Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, take guests to areas that few get to explore

Duration3h - 6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and get out into the field to visit areas that few visitors get to see while visiting Hawai'i island!

No gift shops, no restaurants, no long drives around the island in a van to visit areas you can explore on your own. No gimmicks and no frills - all of our time is spent exploring the amazing active volcanoes of Hawai'i island! We offer only active, education based explorations that focus on topics such as Geology, native flora and fauna, and the amazing Hawaiian culture that still thrives on the volcano today.

Our tours are family friendly, easy to book and leave our guests with a deepened understanding of the science and the culture of Kīlauea. See the best of the volcano with several moderate walks throughout the day. Our National Park tours allow guests the convenience of using their own vehicle as opposed to a large bus or van.

Options

6 Hour Private Tour

Private personal tour guide for 5-6 hours time in Volcanoes National Park. Choose a meeting time that works best for you!
Private Tour
Duration: 6 hours: Explore Kilauea from summit to sea! This private tour runs approximately 6 hours.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

3 Hour Private Tour

Private personal tour guide for 3 hours time in Volcanoes National Park. Choose a meeting time that works best for you!
Private Tour
Duration: 3 hours: Explore the highlight areas of the volcano! This tour runs approximately 3 hours.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

What's included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Private tour
Professional guide

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
National Park Entrance Fee (USD $30/vehicle)

What to expect

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
1h · Admission ticket not included

Your private tour starts at the historic Volcano House hotel, located inside the National Park. Walk to the steam vents and sulphur banks to feel the heat of the volcano coming out of the ground. Walk thru the native rainforest to the devastation trail. Explore the Chain of Craters road to find volcanic landscapes of the past and rare rock formations.
Nahuku - Lava Tube
15m

Explore a 500 year old lava tube with detailed discussion on how lava tubes are formed and the features inside. Walk thru a old growth native forest to get to the tube!
Halemaumau Trail
15m

Walk along the historic Halemaumau trail with one of our professional guides for excellent views of the summit caldrea! Along the way enjoy in-depth discussion on native plants, native birds, geology specific to Hawaii and the amazing Hawaiian culture that still thrives on the volcano today.
Steam Vents
15m

Explore the steam vents inside the National Park with one of our professional guides and feel the geothermal heat! Great photo opportunities!
Sulphur Banks
15m

Walk thru this unique area with one of our professional guides with in-depth discuss of geochemistry. And learn about the unique adaptations of native plants to resist the volcanic gases! This area is safe to explore due to low concentration of gas.
Kilauea Iki Trail
15m

Hike the most popular trail in the National Park with a professional guide and discuss the 1959 eruption, which included the highest lava fountaining event in recorded history. This hike feels like walking on the moon!
Devastation Trail
30m

Explore this unique area where the native rainforest was buried in volcanic debris in 1959. Find Peles tears, olivine crystals and other unique rock formations!
Chain of Craters Road
45m

Explore the incredible Chain of Craters road with one of our professional guides! With stops like Lua Manu, discuss pit craters and their significance on Kilauea volcano.
15m

The best location to see the active summit eruption when lava is visible! Get an up close look with your professional guides binoculars and/or spotting scopes.
Kilauea Visitor Center
5m

If you prefer, take a quick stop at the Visitors Center for the chance to get some Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or a great local book on the volcano or Hawaiian culture. This is also where we pick up the Junior Ranger programs for our guests with younger children. Your guide will help your child complete the program and get an official Junior Ranger badge at the end of the tour!
Holei Sea Arch
5m

Take a easy walk along the coastal areas of the volcano for a great photo of the Holei Sea Arch! Also, discuss native sea birds.
Volcano Art Center Gallery
5m

Check out this unique art gallery, and see the original Volcano House Hotel - the oldest hotel in the state!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

After you enter HVNP, keep right at the roundabout, continue on Crater Rim Drive west. Follow the brown National Park signs. The hotel will be your second left after the roundabout, look for the big rock wall with the Volcano House sign. Please text your guide if you can't find the meeting location.

End point

After you enter HVNP, keep right at the roundabout, continue on Crater Rim Drive west. Follow the brown National Park signs. The hotel will be your second left after the roundabout, look for the big rock wall with the Volcano House sign. Please text your guide if you can't find the meeting location.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 person per booking is required
A maximum of 25 people per booking
Flexible departure time means that after creating your booking, you will have to contact the local operator to inform them of your preferred departure time. At this time you may also discuss your preferred tour itinerary with them
Summit eruption viewing dependent on current eruption conditions

Cancellation policy

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

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