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    Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park & Chocolate

    Tour Kīlauea and taste local chocolate by a waterfall

    4.8 stars• 672 reviews
    From$326/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    11.5 hours from Kona, 10 to 11 hours from Waikoloa, and 7 to 8 hours from Hilo.

    Includes

    Park fees, Lunch, Snacks

    Highlights

    Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with a certified interpretive guide, then visit a tropical cacao farm for a tree-to-bar chocolate tasting by a hidden waterfall. Volcano viewing depends on current conditions and permitted access.

    • Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with a certified guide
    • Drive Chain of Craters Road through rainforest, lava flows, and cinder fields
    • Walk to volcanic features like craters, steam vents, and a lava tube
    • Visit a 1,000-acre chocolate and tropical fruit farm above Hilo Bay
    • Taste locally grown chocolate by the farm’s hidden waterfall

    What's Included

    • Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park entrance fees
    • Lavaloha Chocolate Farm access fees
    • Morning and afternoon snacks
    • Deli-style lunch with chips and a sweet treat
    • Chilled beverages and filtered water
    • Trekking poles
    • Backpacks
    • Raingear

    Things to know

    Ages 6+ and rated easy to moderate; you’ll hike short to moderate distances on uneven terrain. Expect a late return time (after 7:00 PM).

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 24 hours before for a full refund. Private tours: cancel at least 72 hours before for a full refund. Cancellations within the window and no-shows are charged the full amount.

    FAQs

    We'll stop a few times for short hikes, about 2–3 miles total for the day, based on group interests and ability.

    Volcanic activity is dynamic and can change at any time; viewing depends on current conditions and access.

    Yes. Children up to age 10 who are under 4 ft 9 in must be secured in a child safety or booster seat.

    Experience provided by Hawaii Forest & Trail
    Experience provided by Hawaii Forest & Trail

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    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Admission included

    Standing at the rim of Kīlauea, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, you feel the ground warm beneath your feet and catch the sulfurous drift of volcanic gases rising from the caldera below. Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park stretches across nearly 330,000 acres of the Big Island, encompassing steaming vents, hardened lava fields, and lush rainforest that gives way abruptly to barren black rock. This is a place where the planet's interior announces itself without apology, and where Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park earns its reputation as one of the most geologically dynamic destinations in the United States.

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Hawaii Forest & Trail has built a strong reputation across a wide range of Big Island experiences, from Mauna Kea summit and stargazing tours to waterfall hikes, birding excursions, and volcano adventures. The variety alone is impressive, but what consistently stands out in traveler feedback is the quality of the guides. Names like Jason, Dave, Jeff, Jon, Willy, and Wilson come up again and again, each praised for deep local knowledge, genuine enthusiasm, and a talent for making guests feel looked after throughout the day. Small group sizes and thoughtful logistics seem to be part of the formula here. Even self-described hardcore birders who prefer going solo have come away pleasantly surprised, noting that the pacing and group dynamics actually enhanced the experience rather than getting in the way. Tours are described as well-organized, with comfortable transportation, meals included on longer outings, and guides who weave in Hawaiian culture, history, and geology naturally throughout. With a near-perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this is clearly a provider that delivers consistently, not just on the headline experience but on the details that make a trip memorable. If you're visiting the Big Island and want a guided outdoor experience that feels personal rather than generic, this is a strong choice.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    Great tour! Our guide Dave was fantastic, we learned so much about the Volcanos, Hawaii in general, and of course how chocolate is made. Highly recommend this tour!

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    Sara Chaffee

    May 14, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great tour! Our guide Dave was fantastic, we learned so much about the Volcanos, Hawaii in general, and of course how chocolate is made. Highly recommend this tour!

    Photo of Sara Chaffee

    Sara Chaffee

    May 14, 2026

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