Volcano Hiking Adventure in Kailua-Kona, HI

Kailani Tours' most active experience – the Big Island Volcano Hiking Adventure! Join Kailani Tours' most exploratory volcano adventure covering three moderate to semi-strenuous treks.

Journey over Saddle Road, take a short walk up a cinder cone before dropping down Kaumana Caves in Hilo. Leaving Hilo, trek into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at Kilauea. At the summit, you'll check out a few of the “hot” spots at Kilauea Caldera, the steam vents at the rim, and the visitor center. Fuel up with a quick deli-style lunch before discovering Chain of Craters Road, hike Kilauea Iki and take in the sights at Holei Sea Arch. Before your return over Saddle Road, take in the splendor of Rainbow Falls and relax after an incredible day at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

This tour provides Kailani Tours’ amenities with a true focus on being active, interacting with volcano attractions, and maximizing a full day on tour.

A picnic-style gourmet lunch is included on this tour along with chips, snacks, granola and power bars, and drinks. Meals are served individually to comply with sanitary/COVID standards.

Lunch menu includes: Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Breast fanned over Sesame-Grilled Vegetables and Ginger-Herb Quinoa. Served with Hawaiian Sweet Roll and Butter, Kona Lava Bar Brownie.

• Vegetarian and vegan options available. Please note any specific dietary restrictions in the special needs section when booking your reservation.


• *Meal menus are subject to change without notice.

Points of Interest: Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, Pu’uhuluhulu, Kaumana Caves, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Caldera, Chain of Craters Road, Visitor Center, Steam Vents, Kilauea Iki, Mauna Ulu, Thurston Lava Tube, Holei Sea Arch, Rainbow Falls, and Saddle Road. *Locations Subject to Change

What Kailani Tours Hawaii Provides: English-speaking driver/guide, Mercedes 15 passenger mini-coach, catered deli-style lunch, hiking sticks, umbrellas in the event of rain, hot and cold towel service, bottled water, bottled juice, soda, rain and parka jackets, scented hand towels, and hot beverage. This tour has a maximum of 13 passengers to provide plenty of headroom in the cabin and comes with state-of-the-art audio and visual public address package.

What to Bring: Backpack, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, camera, a second change of clothes, and a hat. You will be out in the elements for several hours on tour.

What to Wear: Although Hawaii is home to the endless summer, there are places and times where the temperature can drop substantially. Weather can change dramatically from hot and humid to cool and wet conditions. Kailani Tours Hawaii recommends wearing comfortable footwear, a hat and sunglasses, and shorts or long pants. Comfortable and light clothing is recommended. Jackets will be provided in the event of cooler temperatures or inclement weather.

Recommendations and Insights: Be sure to load up on a hearty breakfast before your early morning start. Water, juice, soda, snacks, power bars, and lunch will be served. The tour makes occasional stops for snacks and beverages.

Disclosures: Tour description and itinerary are subject to change. Due to the topographical and weather changes that have recently affected the tour area, some attractions and sites may be unreachable or unsafe to visit. Park officials have recently reopened Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with several restrictions as they continue to make repairs. Park officials have been known to restrict entry without notice. Kailani Tours Hawaii will not issue refunds caused by park restrictions.

It includes a few short walks to and from several sites. Passengers traveling with a wheelchair or walker are more than welcome to join the tour. Kailani Tours Hawaii’s spacious Mercedes passenger mini-coaches provide the ultimate in comfort, for guests hoping to avoid large 50 passenger busses and want a more personal and authentic tour experience.