Volcanoes National Park: Explore Kilauea Iki Crater on a Private or Group Hike
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure at Volcanoes National Park with a private or group hike through the stunning Kilauea Iki Crater. Explore steam vents, native forests, and the iconic Thurston Lava Tube.
Duration:
6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kīlauea Visitor Center - This hike has all the incredible features Volcanoes National Park offers. My custom route starts at the Kilauea Visitor Center and boasts magnificent views of the Kilauea Iki Crater. The approximately 8 mile loop takes you through a field of steams vents into a native Hawaiian forest. After leaving the forest you will then enter the actual crater itself, observing its massive walls. Finally the hike will conclude with the iconic Thurston Lava Tube, one of the parks most popular attractions. Included in the trip is breakfast consisting of fruit, yogurt, granola, bagels and fixings coffee, tea or hot chocolate. At the halfway point gourmet lunch will also be provided by your guide
What's Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Breakfast
- Backpacks and Trekking Poles
What's Not Included
- National Park Pass - $15 USD
Additional Information
A remarkable trek in Volcanoes National Park. Our journey begins at the Kilauea Visitor Center and provides stunning vistas of the Kilauea Iki Crater. This roughly 8 mile circuit leads you across a landscape speckled with steam vents and into an indigenous Hawaiian forest. Eventually, we step into the actual crater, with the hike culminating at the memorable Thurston Lava Tube, one of the highpoints of the park.
Location
Kīlauea Visitor Center
Crater Rim Drive
We will meet in front of visitor center. I will be under the big trees next to the picnic table with fresh fruit, banana bread, coffee and tea waiting for you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Mya_w
Dec 22, 2023
Amazing half day volcano hike with fantastic guide - The volcano hike with Jennifer Bell and her son Cameron were top notch. Super friendly, extremely knowledgeable about the area, the history of the different volcanoes and craters. The walk was a good pace, but she could adjust accordingly to the group. It ended up just being two of us and two of them so it was great. We got all the different types of weather, and the different terrain was Impressive (rainforest to craters, sunny to rainy… great experience overall. Top 5 of things I’ve done in 2023!! Best ending was the homemade chocolate chip cookie Jennifer brought for dessert at lunch!!
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Cincyjoe95
Dec 10, 2023
Awesome in-depth guided hike - Jennifer crafted a great itinerary for us--around three calderas, across Kilauea Iki, through the lava tube, and around the Sulphur Banks trail. All of these things are accessible in the park, but Jennifer puts everything in context: dates of eruptions, types of lava, the reasons why this amazing area looks like it does.
If you want more than the standard drive-by visit, I strongly suggest planning a day with VHG.
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Drgnice
Oct 8, 2022
Excellent tour with a great guide! - Jen is a very knowledgeable and experienced guide! We started our day meeting at the Visitor Center for breakfast where she also provided additional snacks, some gear (backpacks and walking poles) and a briefing on what to expect for the tour. It was a small group of 4 (2 couples). On our hike, Jen was patient when I needed to slow down or take a break on some of the uphill climbs. She knows lots of lore and stories of Pele and the volcanoes. The lunch she provided was delicious. It was a great experience from start to finish and I’d highly recommend booking Jen for your hike at Volcanoes National Park.
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