Big Island - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Driving Tour
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About This Tour in Big Island of Hawaii
Why Visit Big Island of Hawaii?
Big Island of Hawaii, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Big Island of Hawaii provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Big Island of Hawaii
You can reach Big Island of Hawaii, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- Take the tour when you want
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Offline map of the island
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- 3-5 hours of audio content
What's Not Included
- Meals & Refreshment
- Entrance Fees
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
This is a self-guided tour. You will be directed to the starting points inside the app after purchase.
End Point
This is a self-guided tour. You will be directed to the starting points inside the app after purchase.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Driving Tour
Stop here to ask a park ranger some... 20 minutes
Stop here to ask a park ranger some questions, fill up your water bottle, or use the restroom. If you didn’t bring a jacket, the gift shop at the Visitor Center usually has sweatshirts for sale. You might want to pick one up here, as temperatures vary drastically across the park.
Stop and stare at a cloud of steam... 5 minutes
Stop and stare at a cloud of steam formed from underground water meeting hot volcanic rock.
Learn about the history of the Kilauea Military...
Learn about the history of the Kilauea Military Camp which dates back almost 100 years. Today, it offers accommodations near the park for military families.
You'll definitely want to stop at these two... 15 minutes
You'll definitely want to stop at these two overlooks for the best views of Kilauea Caldera and Halema'uma'u Crater. Uekahuna is the highest point on the rim and offers spectacular views of Kilauea Caldera, Mauna Loa, and the surrounding area. It is also an important cultural site for Native Hawaiians. Note: The Jagger Museum, which used to be located at Uekahuna, has been relocated to the Kilauea Visitor Center after earthquakes from the 2018 eruptions destroyed the original building. Kilauea Overlook offers visitors the most dramatic views of the caldera and Halema'uma'u Crater. The crater experienced a dramatic collapse during the 2018 eruptions. You can access the popular Crater Rim Trail from either lookout. The trail circles the rim, offering an even closer view of the volcano.
This 1 30 minutes
This 1.2-mile hike (roundtrip) is actually a leisurely walk along a paved path where you’ll see more steam rising from the ground. Feel free to hike this now or after your trip down Chain of Craters Road.
Back in 1959, this mile-long crater was a... 10 minutes
Back in 1959, this mile-long crater was a seething lava lake spewing fountains of lava up to 1,900 feet in the air.
This magnificent natural landmark is one of the... 20 minutes
This magnificent natural landmark is one of the most popular spots at the national park. There is a well-maintained trail that takes you inside a 600-foot lava tube and through a lush rainforest.
The Kïlauea Iki Trail is technically a 4-mile... 1 hour
The Kïlauea Iki Trail is technically a 4-mile hike that takes you along the rim of Kilauea Iki and down to the crater floor, where you can feel the pulse of this magnificent volcano from the still-steaming crater floor. If you’re pressed for time, there's a shortcut. Just across the street from Nahuku Lava Tube is a short trail to the bottom of Kilauea Iki Crater. This shortcut takes about one hour to complete. Please know, there is a steep decline through the forest into the crater. Once you get to the crater floor, snap as many photos as you’d like, then work your way back up to the parking area the same way you came.
You’ll feel like you’re on Mars as you... 30 minutes
You’ll feel like you’re on Mars as you take in the terrain on your walk along Devastation Trail. This one-mile trail takes you along the path of a destructive and explosive eruption dating back to 1959. Along the way, you’ll see spots where life is beginning to regrow and find a large barren lava mound called the Pu’u Pua'i Cinder Cone -- a perfect example of how mother nature forms new mountains.
Does seeing the views of massive volcanic craters ever get old 10 minutes
Does seeing the views of massive volcanic craters ever get old? We don't think so! Chain of Craters Road got its name from the handful of massive craters with viewpoints along the road. Puhimau Crater is one of many dramatic holes likely formed around 1500-1800 AD. In our opinion, this gigantic pit crater is one of the best views on the tour. What’s a pit crater you ask? It’s a depression in the ground that forms when a volcano shifts or expands--and surprisingly not the result of an explosion.
More of a stroll than a hike, the... 30 minutes
More of a stroll than a hike, the Maunaulu Fissure Hike is at the site of a 1969 eruption that spewed lava up to 200 feet in the air, destroying a native 'ohi'a forest in the area. As you walk you’ll see lava trees and a variety of volcanic formations. The trail is marked with stacked rocks. Please do not disturb the rocks or build new stacks.
The overlook is built on Holei Pali, a steep cliff with a 2,000-foot drop 10 minutes
The overlook is built on Holei Pali, a steep cliff with a 2,000-foot drop. At the Kealakomo Lookout, in addition to the panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, you will also have an expansive view of the vast lava flow in 1971 that buried portions of the ancient coastal village of Kealakomo.
One of our favorite stops on the tour,... 50 minutes
One of our favorite stops on the tour, the Pu'uloa Petroglyphs hike tells the story of Hawaii’s past. As you walk along this trail you’ll see ancient petroglyphs or inscribed images on stone. This hike takes about 20 minutes each way and ends at a well-maintained wooden boardwalk that circles many of the 23,000 petroglyphs in this area. In fact, this site is home to the largest grouping of petroglyphs in Hawaii! As you walk, remember to respect the sacredness of this place.
You can view the Holei Sea Arch from... 30 minutes
You can view the Holei Sea Arch from the observation area located just past the gate at the end of the Chain of Craters Road. This 90-foot sea arch was formed roughly 500 years ago from an ancient lava tube that hardened as it entered the ocean. And just within the last 100 years or so, the sea arch was sculpted by ocean erosion.
If you have more time to explore, we'll...
If you have more time to explore, we'll take you on a sweet little side trip across the highway, just down the road from the main entrance.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Driving Tour
See all of the amazing landscape views and... 1 hour
See all of the amazing landscape views and hikes in this crater while learning about the Hawaiian myths and legends!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
Click the "Book Now" button on this page to complete your reservation through Viator's secure booking platform. You'll receive instant confirmation via email.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
