Deluxe Volcano & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Exclusive Access to Fissure 8SALE
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Witness the beauty of a land transformed! Get an exclusive tour of Fissure 8, the most active site of the 2018 Kilauea eruption. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park & enjoy fine dining at Volcano House overlooking the caldera before stargazing.
Climb aboard a luxurious Mercedes Sprinter passenger van and sit back in comfort as your expert guide takes you on day full of adventure. Start the day seeing the ancient lava flows of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa volcanoes as you travel along Saddle Rd. Visit the Kaumana Caves, a lava tube made 150 years ago and then head down to Puna district, where the 2018 eruptions occurred, visit Pohoiki, the newest Black Sand Beach of Hawaii. Take an exclusive tour of the famous Fissure 8, Leilani Estates' most active eruption site. Explore the best of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park before enjoying dinner at Volcano House overlooking Haleumaumau Crater. On the way back to your hotel, stop along Saddle Rd on the slopes of Mauna Kea for an amazing stargazing experience.
Tour Highlights: Kaumana Lava Tube Caves, Puna District, Pohoiki Black Sand Beach, Leilani States, Fissure 8, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Haleumaumau Crater, Volcano House.
Lunch Menu Your Choice of:
- Shoyu Pork Belly - Luscious pork belly slow braised in a sweet shoyu-ginger sauce, served sliced on a bed of Asian slaw
- Chicken Mochiko - Boneless bites, mochiko breaded and lightly fried. Tossed in your choice of Korean or adobo Sauce
- Steak Bites - Chef’s choice cut grilled and seasoned with our smoked Ala’ea salt and toasted cracked black pepper
- Poke Da’ Avo - Fresh diced avocado, onion, green onion, Hawaiian salt tossed in avocado aioli
- Vegetarian Option - Vibrant and fresh Vegetables of the Day. Served with side of sweet potato salad
Sides: Rice, Namasu vegetables, fruit and house-mademacaroni salad
Dessert: Kuleana Rum Shack’s signature Malasada
3 Course Dinner Menu
- Volcano Salad - Johns Farms organic greens, Wailea hearts of palm, radishes, Hamakua wild mushrooms, vine ripened tomatoes, cucumber, Thai papaya and Hawaiian vanilla bean vinaigrette
- Choice of Entrée: Angus New York Steak - Cut Ribeye served on with steamed rice, wilted Johnson farms organic greens and topped with a sesame seed
- Dessert - Tropical Dream Ice Cream
Complimentary for every 5 guests:
Asian Barbecue Prawns - Farm-raised tiger prawns basted with Asian barbeque sauce. Served with steamed rice, baby bok choi, hot and sour broth.
Dinner Kid's Menu: Pasta (Marinara Sauce or Butter & Cheese Sauce), Macadamia Nut Crusted Fish, Hot Dog with French fries, Pizza (Cheese or Pepperoni) or Taste of Hawaii Plate (Kalua Pork, Vegetables, Rice, and Grillend Pineapple)
Seared Fish of the Day - Fresh Hawaiian Island fish is grilled and served with steamed rice, grilled baby apple bananas, grilled baby bok choi and liliko’i butter sauce
Stuffed Island Chicken - Roasted chicken breast stuffed with Johnson Farms spinach arugula, bell peppers, garlic and Big Island goat feta cheese. Served with Carrots, garlic mashed potatoes and Hamakua wild mushrooms au jus
Big Island Herb & Macadamia Nut Pesto Pasta - Corkscrew pasta with Johnson Farms organic beets, spinach, grilled Hilo sweet onions, fennel, tomatoes, red bell peppers, broccoli, kabocha squash, garlic, and Big Island goat feta cheese
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Price
Deluxe Volcano Tour
GE Tax included
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- Duration (incl. transportation): 9 - 14.5 hour(s)
- Available: Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
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Round-trip from Kona / Waikoloa / Kohala free x per person
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- Inclusion: Bottled water / Lunch / Dinner / Admission / English-speaking guide/driver / Umbrellas in the event of rain / Jacket and hot beverage (during stargazing) / Hot and cold towel service / Flashlight
- Schedule
- Pick-up
Time & Location - Drop-off
Time & Location
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09:00-13:00 Pick-up from Kona, Waikoloa & Kohala Hotels
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11:30 Break at Mauna Kea State Park (10 mins)
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12:15 Kaumana Caves and Lunch Picnic (1 h)
Explore a massive lava-tube cave formed by Mauna Loa Volcano. After the cave adventure, enjoy the half-hour picnic-style lunch provided by Kuleana Rum Shack.
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14:15 New Black Sand Beach - Pohoiki at Issac Hale Park (25 mins)
Pohoiki Black Sand Beach is one of the "newest" black sand beaches that was born out of 2018 on the Big Island. This beach is part of Isaac Hale Beach Park and new black sand is gushing into the bay forming the growing black sand beach.
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15:10 Fissure 8 - Recent Lava Flows (20 mins)Exclusive access to the most active area of the 2018 eruption. Witness the new flow, volcanic tephra and new tree molds.
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16:30 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (1 hr 40 mins)
See Chain of Craters Road Lookouts, Steam Vents and views of the New Halemau’mau Crater.
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18:30 Dinner at Volcano House - Overlooking Caldera (1h 15 mins)Dine at the famous Volcano House on the rim of Kilauea caldera for a delicious three-course dinner before stargazing. This is the only lodging where is available with a great view toward to Halema'uma'u crater.
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20:00 Laser-Pointer Stargazing (30 mins)
Weather permitting, your guide will stop along Saddle Road to stargaze with approved laser pointers. Jackets and a hot beverage included.
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20:30 Journey back over Saddle Road to return you to your hotelDrive between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, Hawaii's largest volcanoes along Saddle Road.
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22:00-23:30 Drop-off
Package detail / Schedule
Notes
Restriction(s)
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- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 6 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 5 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- Vans are equipped to handle easy storage of a wheelchair or other medical equipment, but do NOT have a wheelchair lift.
- It tour includes a few short walks to and from several sites.
Required Items to Bring & Attire
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- Walking shoes
- Comfortable clothing
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Sweatshirt / light jacket
- A valid government issued photo I.D. is required to consume any alcoholic beverages.
- Recommend bringing a small backpack or tote bag.
Additional Note(s)
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- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- This activity may be changed or canceled for your safety, medical issues or comfort.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Tour itinerary is 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.
- Stargazing takes place at Volcano or Along Saddle Road and it is weather permitting. No refunds will be issued if the weather conditions are not favorable to a good stargazing.
- This activity operates regardless of weather. No refund tour price due to weather-related reasons.
- 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. NO refunds will be issued by park restrictions.
FAQ
What kind of vehicle will be used?
- You will be on a new 15-passenger Mercedes Sprinter van, and with a maximum of 13 passengers on each tour, your comfort is assured.
What should I wear for tours on Big Island?
- Although Hawaii is home to the endless summer, there are places and times where the temperature can drop substantially. Temperatures at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park can range from 50 to 75 degrees F. Saddle Road temperatures can get even lower to perhaps 40 degrees F.
Most guests wear a light jacket and shorts or long pants. Wearing comfortable shoes, and bring a light sweater or jacket is recommended. or bring long pants for after sunset, especially for stargazing.
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Payment/Cancellation policy
Payment type
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 16:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
USD
260.05
Taxes & fees included
1% Reward Points
| Language | English |
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| Pick-up | Available |
| Duration incl. transportation | 9 - 14.5 hour(s) |
| Availability | Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| Meal | Lunch, Dinner |
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