Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

5.0 (331 reviews) 3–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–6 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Kilauea EcoGuides

Ages: Infants (1–2 years) · Children (3–7 years) · Youth (8–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–95 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Private tour
Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Transportation to/from attractions
Not included: National Park Entrance Fee (USD $30/vehicle)

Itinerary

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

one hour Admission 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

15 min

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

15 min

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

15 min

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

15 min

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

15 min

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

30 min

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

45 min

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.
Stop 9

15 min

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

5 min

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

5 min

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

5 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.

Using your ticket

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

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
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