DELUXE TWILIGHT VOLCANO & STARGAZING TOUR

A Mystical Journey from Volcanic Land to the Cosmos

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Join us on this deluxe volcano experience on the Big Island that takes you to some of the best sight-seeing locations on all of Hawai‘i. One of our first big stops is a farm where you can sample some of the finest homegrown coffee. Then we go to a black sand beach where you can dip your feet in the water and relax.

After that, we visit Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park so you can see the world's most unique landscapes, the aftermath of nature altering the very landscape. We end the day with a tour of Hilo and a stop for dinner before heading back to Kona under the stars of the Milky Way. Don't miss this opportunity to see where Madam Pele does her work, adding to our island.

Starting At
$309 USD
Age
2 yrs+
Duration
10-hour
Location
Kailua-Kona and Waikōloa Resorts

What's Included
- Kona and Waikōloa resort area pickup
- Stops for lunch and dinner
- Entrance to Volcanoes National Park
- Short, guided hikes with knowledgeable guide
- Binoculars, towels and umbrellas for your use
- Water bottles
- Numerous stops at points of interest
- Local expert guide providing a narrated tour
- Sanitary, motion, and first-aid supplies for your safety
- Comfortable seat in a small group tour vehicle

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10-Hour Deluxe Twilight Volcano And Stargazing Tour From Kona Resorts

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Adults Ages 12 yrs+

$ 309^.00

Children Ages 2-11 yrs

$ 299^.00

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Tour Itinerary Is Subject To Change Based Upon Volcanic Eruptions & Viewing Opportunities.

Deluxe Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour Features

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Stargazing At The Base Of The Volcano

One of the main features of the Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour is the opportunity to have this full experience from the base of a massive volcano. The tour takes you high above Hilo, away from the clouds after sunset, when the sky is dark and clear, with knowledgeable guides to help you spot and identify different constellations and celestial bodies. This is a unique and unforgettable experience, as you’ll be able to see stars and planets that are not visible in the city.

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Seeing The Volcano’s Lava Glow During Periods of Eruption

Another feature of the tour is the chance to see the volcano’s lava glow as it becomes dark. The tour will take you to a safe viewing area where you can witness the incredible sight of the lava flowing and the volcano’s crater glowing in the dark. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and one of the most spectacular natural phenomena you’ll ever witness. Seeing the lava glow is not guaranteed.

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Visit Big Island's Top Sites

The tour is also an educational and informative experience. The tour guide is a knowledgeable and experienced guide who will provide you with information about the volcano’s geology, history, and ecology during the tour. You’ll learn about the formation of the volcano, its eruption history, and the unique ecosystem that exists around it. This will help you to better understand and appreciate the natural wonder you’re witnessing.

Deluxe Twilight Volcano & Stargazing Tour Details

Highlights

Visit A Kona Farm and sample Kona Coffee
Explore Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
Observe Stars And Planets In The Night Sky Near Mauna Kea
Dip Your Toes In To The Water At Punalu’u Black Sand Beach

View The Glowing Lava At The Crater When Available
Learn About The Culture, History, And Legends From A Local Guide
Take In The Unspoiled Starry Sky
Be Sure To Bring A Jacket

Description

This is one of our most popular tours because guests get two things they love—the volcano experience and stargazing—all in one tour.

We begin our day with a late morning pickup at your Kona accommodation or nearby location. Our tour takes us south, through Kona coffee country and historic Kailua-Kona town. A beautiful stop for any of our Waikōloa guests to explore briefly as we pick up our local guests and continue heading south. We will stop throughout the day at various overlooks, but some of the best views are right from your seat in our comfortable Mercedes Sprinters.

The tour continues with stops at a bee and honey farm, coffee tastings, a bakery, and a black-sand beach before entering Volcanoes National Park. We will stop for lunch, with options and varieties for everyone.

Once in the national park, we will explore caves, various overlooks, the visitor center, and the Volcano House. Your guide will adjust the tour based on the lava flow (if there is any at the time) so you can get the closest, best view possible. In some cases, that may require a mile hike on a flat surface to the viewing area. You will be notified ahead of time.

Back in your comfortable seat, your guide will take you out of the park and off to Hilo for a short town tour before stopping for dinner. Depending on the lava flow and time of the year, it may be bright enough to see more sites before heading up to our stargazing location.

Stargazing can occur at various locations around the base of Mauna Kea. We look for quiet, dark areas so you can get a good view once your eyes adjust. You can even get instructions about using your camera or phone to get amazing night photos. Your guide will take pictures so you can see more than you ever thought was out there. After a brief time out in the cold, you will be ready to return down the mountain for warmer weather.

After enjoying the sky, we will continue heading back towards Waikoloa and onto the Kailua-Kona areas. Your guide will adjust the timing and locations of the stops on the tour so you can maximize your sightseeing pleasure.

Food & Drink

Choose from the following lunch items:
- Pastrami Sandwich
- Ham & Cheese Sandwich
- Teri Chicken Sandwich
- Garden Salad
Dinner will be at a local Hilo restaurant. Dinner is NOT included in this package
We provide water bottles not coolers.
Depending on the group, we may stop at Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Plantation, a honey farm, Hilo's Farmer's Market, food truck lots, or other locations. Your guide will choose the best spots for that day.

Itinerary

9:30 AM - Pickup In Kohala and Waikōloa Resort Area
10:30 AM - Ali’i Drive - Kailua-Kona Pickups
1:00 PM - Overlooks Of Southern Lava Fields
1:30 PM - Kona Country Farm
2:00 PM - Stop For Lunch
3:00 PM - Punulu’u Black Sand Beach
3:30 PM - Volcanoes National Park
- Visitor Center
- Jagger Museum Overlook
- Steam Vents
- Kilauea Iki Overlook
- Thurston Lava Tube
- Volcano House Gift Shop
5:30 PM - Hilo Town / Rainbow Falls
6:00 PM - Stop For Dinner (not included)
6:50 PM - Leave Hilo Area
7:40 PM - Stargazing and Astrophotography
8:00 PM - Return To Kona
8:30 PM - Arrive At Waikōloa Resorts
9:30 PM - Arrive In Kailua-Kona

**The guide may alter the itinerary route based on the group's desires, timing, road construction, or weather conditions. We will also alter this tour when significant lava flows occur.

Price & Availability

10-Hour Deluxe Twilight Volcano And Stargazing Tour From Kona Resorts

AdultsAges 12 yrs+	$309^.00
ChildrenAges 2-11 yrs	$299^.00

In-Depth Exploration of Volcanoes National Park
Duration: 10 Hours

Included

Kona & Waikoloa resort area pickup
Stops for lunch & dinner (dinner not included)
Entrance to Volcanoes National Park
Short, guided hikes with knowledgeable guide
Umbrellas for your use
Water bottles
Numerous stops at points of interest
Local expert guide providing a narrated tour
Sanitary, motion, and first-aid supplies for your safety
Comfortable seat in a small group tour vehicle

Instructions

We will no longer provide car seats for children on our Big Island tours. Guests traveling with young children must bring their own car seats.
Weather Disclaimer: Tour stops, routing, timing, lava viewing, stargazing, and helicopter operations may change due to weather, park conditions, road closures, safety, and availability.
Lava Disclaimer: Lava visibility is not guaranteed. If lava is active, the guide may adjust the itinerary to get the closest safe viewing opportunity possible.

Cancellation

We do not refund tour prices due to weather-related reasons. We will promise an incredible volcano or stargazing experience but unfortunately cannot control the weather. Guests will be charged 100% of the tour price for cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled tour.

A combined minimum of 4 guests is required for a tour to operate. Should a tour not meet the tour minimum, customers will have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund. Advance notice will be provided at least 12 hours before the start time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Evening Tour Allow For Night Time Viewing Of Some Lava Flows?

Yes, the evening tour is designed so you can see the lava glow in the darker hours. Depending on what is going on in the crater at the time, it may not be guaranteed what you see.
Is It Possible To See Active Lava During A Volcano Tour?

Yes, on our Twilight Volcano Tour, you may have the opportunity to view active lava. Due to the dynamic nature of active volcanoes, viewing conditions change daily or even hourly. We will do our best to get you as close as possible providing it is safe and legal.
What Types Of Hikes Will We Be Doing?

We will be doing easy hikes over a short distance, typically no more than a mile. These are great for people who want to enjoy the outdoors without getting too strenuous.
Are Your Tours Child/Senior/Disabled Friendly?

Yes. However, they are not suitable for very young children (< 5 years old) or those with significant mobility issues due to the lack of a wheelchair lift in our tour vehicles and limited storage space for collapsible wheelchairs. That said, these vehicles have low steps which make them easy to board.
How long does the tour stay in places like the black sand beach to see sea turtles, or in volcanoes national park?

Our intinerary gives us some flexibility to spend more or less time in places depending on how interesting they are that day. We canʻt guarantee there will be turtles resting on the black sand beach so if there are none, we would spend a lot less time there. The more time you spend in one area, the less time you will have for others. Your guide will decide whatʻs the best timing for that day. Typically you may spend about 20 minutes at the black sand beach and a 2-3 hours exploring various areas within the park. During major eruptions timing will change.
Does this tour pickup at the pier / port or the airport?

This tour is not available for cruise ship passengers or those arriving at the airport. Please make your way to a local hotel in Kailua-Kona if you would like to participate in this adventure.
How cold will it be? Do we need winter coats or a light jacket?

Yes, you will want something to bundle up a little. It will be about 15-20 degrees cooler than at the beach that day.