Explore rainforest, steam vents, and Kīlauea caldera with an expert guide
3 hours
2 to 6 people
Guide, gear, snacks
Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on a 4-mile afternoon hike through rainforest and volcanic terrain. Learn about the park's ecology, history, and volcanology as you take in views from Kīlauea caldera.
Meet at Volcanoes National Park Visitor Center to start (meeting location can change due to eruption) Explore the forest-Walk through rare forests with unique plants & native birds. Discover steam vents-Hike through large cracks where steam and gas escape. View a crater-Catch a glimpse of a glowing lava lake or a lava fountain if conditions allow.
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: P54BNS
This 4-mile hike involves moderate physical activity on uneven terrain. It is designed for all skill levels, including beginners.
Bring water, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes with toe protection, and dress in layers with a light jacket or sweater.
For safety, the route, meeting time, or meeting location may be adjusted based on weather or volcanic activity.
Kīlauea Visitor Center, 1 Crater Rim Drive, Volcano, HI 96785
Jennifer was very responsive when I booked our experience, and then Yvonne, our tour guide, was terrific. Yvonne got us all so excited about volcanoes! Yvonne shared her deep knowledge of how volcanic activity follows a pattern and the tools she uses to keep track of when the next eruption is going to happen, and using her tools, we could see that Kilauea was getting closer and closer to eruption as we continued our hike! Yvonne provided a light breakfast of muffins and fruits from her home garden, and hearty, delicious sandwiches for lunch from a local deli. Yvonne checked out our party of 5 (ages 31-65) and offered a couple of options so that we could choose the best option for our level of fitness. What we did (~7 miles including the Kīlauea Iki Trail + lava tubes) was perfect for us: a challenging workout, but not so hard that we felt unsafe. Afterwards, Yvonne even texted us about the eruption so that we could come back to the park and experience it! A trip we'll remember forever!
Chanelle S
October 21, 2025
Jennifer was very responsive when I booked our experience, and then Yvonne, our tour guide, was terrific. Yvonne got us all so excited about volcanoes! Yvonne shared her deep knowledge of how volcanic activity follows a pattern and the tools she uses to keep track of when the next eruption is going to happen, and using her tools, we could see that Kilauea was getting closer and closer to eruption as we continued our hike! Yvonne provided a light breakfast of muffins and fruits from her home garden, and hearty, delicious sandwiches for lunch from a local deli. Yvonne checked out our party of 5 (ages 31-65) and offered a couple of options so that we could choose the best option for our level of fitness. What we did (~7 miles including the Kīlauea Iki Trail + lava tubes) was perfect for us: a challenging workout, but not so hard that we felt unsafe. Afterwards, Yvonne even texted us about the eruption so that we could come back to the park and experience it! A trip we'll remember forever!
Chanelle S
October 21, 2025
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