Steam vents, rainforest trails, and caldera views with a private guide
3 hrs
Up to 8 people
Expert guide, Loaner gear
Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on a private afternoon hike through volcanic landscapes. Walk past steam vents and rainforest while learning about the park's history, ecology, and volcanology.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes with toe protection; hiking shoes are recommended for uneven terrain. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and a hat. Dress in layers and bring a light jacket or sweater.
Borrow backpacks, trekking poles, and rain jackets. Ponchos are also available.
Morning temperatures are usually around 50°F and can warm to around 85°F later in the day. Rain jackets and ponchos are available to borrow.
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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