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Hidden Craters Hike in Kailua-Kona, HI

73-5593 Olowalu Street • Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Get ready for an excursion unlike any other on the Hidden Craters Hike through Kona. Your tour brings you behind 3 locked gates to discover Hualalai, Kona’s infamous volcano. Throughout your tour, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the island’s volcanic eruptions in the 1800s, climb through a segment of a lava tube, and embark on a 3-4 mile hike you’ll never forget.

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Total hike length: approximately 3-4 miles.
Tour duration: approximately 5 hours long.
Walking sticks and rain ponchos are provided.
Snacks and beverages are included.
Tours depart from Hawaii Forest & Trail Headquarters.

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Experience a peak pint adventure on a rocky hike up the cool and misty lava-scaped slopes of Kona's own Hualalai Volcano. Enjoy exclusive access to this stunning mountain, which offers a bird's eye view of Kona's lava history. Your guide will take you off-road, through multiple locked gates, and then by foot at a 6,500-foot elevation, where you will experience the surreal scene of black lava flows and native dryland forest.

You will see firsthand the geologic forces which created the islands at the heart of Hualalai’s 1801 eruption, the Kaupulehu Crater. Travel to magnificent coastal viewpoints and stunning lava formations, walk amidst a forest of native birdsong, and scramble through a "lava tube".

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aorrell399

"A once in a lifetime experience!"

Reviewed November 18, 2024 NEW

Our guide was very knowledgeable and engaging with us. The sunset view from the summit was so incredible

kckHilo

"Hidden Craters Hike"

Reviewed November 18, 2024 NEW

I had such an amazing experience on the Hidden Craters Hike. From hiking up the slopes of Hualalai, climbing down into a lava tube, the birds, Ohia and Koa trees to the cloud forest and descending down the whole trips was breathtaking and so tranquil. Mel was such an awesome guide. She was so knowledgeable, respectful to the Hawaiian culture and conscious of the preservation of the land and birds. I would highly recommend this tour.

Kailynneruff

Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

"Beyond our expectations!!!"

Reviewed November 18, 2024 NEW

This was, by far, one of the best activities we have done on the Big Island! We have hiked Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on our own but having a guided tour of Hualalai made the experience even more spectacular. We would recommend this hike to anyone who is truly interested in the history, geography and cultural background of the Big Island.

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Hidden Craters Hike is located at 73-5593 Olowalu Street • Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hidden Craters Hike

How much hiking do we do?

This adventure includes 3-4 miles along uneven terrain with some steep inclines and declines with elevation gains & descents. Rated moderate.

Is there elevation gain?

The tour ranges from sea level to 6,000 feet. During the hike, you can expect approximately 800' to 1,000' elevation gain. While exploring the lava tube, expect to descend and ascend approximately 30-40 feet.

How many different types of volcanic features will I see?

Along the tour, you will see 200-year-old lava flow, spatter cones, fissures, and collapse pits.

Do we need any special type of equipment to explore the lava tube?

The lava tube that the tour visits is perfect for the casual adventurer. The tour will descend via earthen steps with a rope to assist and there’s enough ambient light to see all of the major features inside the cave.

Is Hualalai Volcano active?

Technically speaking, yes. Hualalai’s last eruption ended in 1801 so it is considered active. However, magma is not close to the surface so you won't see any geothermal activity.