Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Self-Guided Driving and Audio Tour
4.9
7 Ratings
Volcano
Experience the explosive majesty of Hawaii with a self-guided driving and audio tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Discover the history and beauty of the park while learning about volcanoes and their significance in Hawaiian culture.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Entrance Station - Your journey begins at the park’s Entrance Station, Volcano, HI. First, we’ll go straight through the Entrance Gate and explore the area around the visitor center.
What's Included
  • Hands-free, automatic GPS-triggered stories for easy use
  • Full itinerary with travel tips, professional narration, videos, texts, and hidden gems
  • Works offline with GPS map and stop-to-stop directions, no need for cell signal or wifi
  • Private, self-paced car tour that allows for photo breaks and exploration
  • Instant access to Tour Guide App with tour password
  • Flexible scheduling, use on any day, time, or future trips. No expiry date
  • One purchase per vehicle offers savings over individual tickets or bus tours
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Experience the incredible splendor of Hawaii with this self-navigated tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Gaze upon the awe-inspiring Kilauea Crater. Explore the Pu‘u Loa Petroglyphs. Admire the stunning Hōlei Sea Arch before it is permanently removed by erosion. In your journey, you’ll learn the science behind volcanoes, their significance in Hawaiian history, and so much more.

Following your booking confirmation, examine your email and download the Tour Guide app by Action. Input your individual password to access your tour. Be aware, you will need reliable Internet/WiFi for these steps. Simply heed the audio guidelines and the provided route from that point.

Please note this is not an admission ticket. Verify the opening schedule before your visit.

No expiry date — Your tour includes indefinite validity!

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
Entrance Station
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jennifer_y
Apr 16, 2024
Learned a ton! - The narration was really good and the stories were really interesting! Be sure to drive the speed limit so that the narrator has enough time to finish all of the stories! We really enjoyed walking around the sulfur vents and learning about what causes them. We also really enjoyed driving all the way down to the Sea Arch and hearing tales from Hawaiian mythology.
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Janett926
Apr 8, 2024
Excellent guide - Really useful audio guide. Fascinating to hear more about the volcanoes as we travelled through the park. Worked on both walking trip near visitor centre and driving down crater rd.
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Sanjay_s
Mar 17, 2024
It’s good! - All the attractions were explained properly. It tracks the location with GPS and start guiding. Really good!
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Joan
Jan 23, 2024
Find every place you need! - The park is huge and the directions and commentary were interesting and helpful! Very easy to use. Made finding what I wanted to see easy.
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Jane_h
Mar 14, 2024
Short on time - We only had time for a short visit so saw sights 1-3 as shown at the visitor center. Very informative story given by the audio tour.
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