Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

Lava trees- Lava eruption in the rainforest

Lava flow that blocked road to Fissure 8

This used to be a boat harbor until 2018 eruption

Trail in Nanawale Rainforest and lava trees

Duration6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves 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

Options

Hilo Cruise Ship Passenger

Cruise Ship Passenger: We are a SHORE EXCURSION company. We have permits to pick you up directly from the Hilo port.
Starting point:
Port of Hilo, 80 Kuhio St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Pickup included

Holland America 10:30 am

Holland America Koningsdam: Special departure 10:30 am for this ship
Starting point:
Port of Hilo, 80 Kuhio St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Pickup included

Hilo Hotel Pick up

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel : Meeting location Hilo Hawaiian Hotel 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo, HI 96720
Starting point:
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Pickup included

What's included

Bottled water
Professional guide
Port pickup and drop-off / Hilo Hotel pickup and drop-off

Souvenirs
Gratuities
Lunch- Stop made by local vendor for customers to purchase

What to expect

Lili'uokalani Gardens
Pass by

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
Pass by

Drive through the historical downtown Hilo as you will learn about the devastating tsunamis of the past
Rainbow Falls
20m · Admission ticket included

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
20m

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
Pass by

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
25m

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.
20m

WALK ON THE NEWEST BLACK SAND BEACH IN HAWAII!! is truly an amazing creation by Kilauea’s lava flow. Let us show you the newest created black sand beach. Once in this location was the old boat harbor and ramp that you can still see and has now been cut off from the creation of a large black sand beach. There is no swimming at this location. If the beach is closed due to unforeseen circumstances, an alternate black sand beach will be substituted.
10m

Several earthquakes cracked open the roads, lava fountains started spewing lava 300 ft into the sky and nearly 2,000 residents we evacuated. This amazing force even evaporated Green Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in Hawaii. We will be showing you areas of mass destruction from Kilauea Volcano.

Note: The order of stops on this tour may be adjusted to help provide the best experience.
Malama Market
15m

Local Deli for a lunch stop or a local vendor ( depending on the day, we use a different vendors for our lunch stop)

Note: The order of stops on this tour may be adjusted to help provide the best experience for customers.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

HOTEL GUESTS: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI . Please wait in lobby for pick up. The lobby also has a cafe lounge if needing something to drink.

Meeting point

CRUISE SHIP CUSTOMERS: Check in time 15 min before the scheduled departure time.

LOOK FOR SIGN #1

When departing the ship, you will enter a large terminal building. Please look for your guide, who will be holding a sign with the number 1 on it.

End point

HOTEL GUESTS: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel located at 71 Banyan Dr. Hilo HI . Please wait in lobby for pick up. The lobby also has a cafe lounge if needing something to drink.

End point

CRUISE SHIP CUSTOMERS: Check in time 15 min before the scheduled departure time.

LOOK FOR SIGN #1

When departing the ship, you will enter a large terminal building. Please look for your guide, who will be holding a sign with the number 1 on it.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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
We will ensure your timely return back to the ship in Hilo Pier for this activity. If your ship does not come into port , your money will be refunded. If is is delayed we will adjust our departure time to the ships itenerary. See our terms and conditions for full details
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.
We are NOT able to accommodate customers with walkers or wheel chairs.

Cancellation policy

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

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