Kaulapele Private Hike: Into the Home of the Volcano Goddess!

New To The Site! Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Book online or call us
Chat now

from $180 per person

Lowest Price Guarantee
Halema'umu'u crater smoking between eruptions
Through a Slot Canyon on the way down to the crater floor
Kilauea eruption captivating the crowd
Lehua blossoms framing the trail sign on the bottom of the crater
Taking a break on the rainforest trail

Loading Options
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

We offer private hikes only—just you and the people you choose to bring! Unlike most tour companies here, which rarely take visitors more than 50 meters from the parking lots, we guide you deep into some of the park’s most fascinating features.

Your journey begins on a lush rainforest trail leading to the floor of Kīlauea Volcano’s main summit caldera. Along the way, we explore the rainforest's rich flora and fauna. Once on the floor, we’ll take in stunning views of the towering crater walls and gaze across at Kīlauea’s primary lava vent.

You’ll learn not only about the geology of Kīlauea Volcano, but also the broader geologic history of the Hawaiian Island chain. We then ascend to the rim, where you’ll experience breathtaking views that few visitors ever see.

Next, we head to Kīlauea Iki Crater, offering spectacular vistas and a chance to learn about the dramatic 1959 eruption that produced the tallest lava fountain ever recorded in the park—taller than the Empire State Building!

What's Included

  • Professional Guide
  • The entrance fee to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is not included in the price of the tour.
See 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Hawaii 96785
USA

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Journey deep into Kaluapele, the great summit caldera crater of Kīlauea volcano! From lush rainforest to crater floor and back to little-known rim viewpoints, this hike reveals the living, breathing heart of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. We will also visit the views from the rim of the Kilauea Iki crater and see how the crater was transformed by an eruption that created a lava fountain taller than the Empire State Building!

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Due to volcanic emissions, people with respiratory issues should consult a doctor before considering this hike.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kaulapele Private Hike: Into the Home of the Volcano Goddess!?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-5603226P2


Loading Options
Big Island of Hawaii Activities
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona
Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona

133
 2 to 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$95
VOLCANO ISLAND - Rrecorrido in Spanish

VOLCANO ISLAND - Rrecorrido in Spanish

New To The Site!
 6 hours  Instant Confirmation
from
$1,300
Hawaii Volcano NP Private Tour: 4-Hour Park Immersion

Hawaii Volcano NP Private Tour: 4-Hour Park Immersion

1
 4 to 5 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$550
Sunset Whale Watching Shared Activity

Sunset Whale Watching Shared Activity

4
 2 hours 15 minutes  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$157.18

Travelers Who Bought This Activity Also Bought

Big Island: Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Keauhou Harbor
Likely to Sell Out

Big Island: Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Keauhou Harbor

2,278
 1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$65
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

725
 1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$27
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Likely to Sell Out

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

5,395
 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$94
Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise from Waikoloa

Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise from Waikoloa

256
 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$50

Frequently Asked Questions (6)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kaulapele Private Hike: Into the Home of the Volcano Goddess!?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Professional Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • The entrance fee to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is not included in the price of the tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this activity?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 5. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible activity?
A:

Accessibility information for the Kaulapele Private Hike: Into the Home of the Volcano Goddess! is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Due to volcanic emissions, people with respiratory issues should consult a doctor before considering this hike.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kaulapele Private Hike: Into the Home of the Volcano Goddess! will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

Activity name

  • Professional Guide
  • The entrance fee to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is not included in the price of the tour.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Due to volcanic emissions, people with respiratory issues should consult a doctor before considering this hike.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Report Product Issue

Activity name

Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Lowest Price Guarantee

Activity name

We guarantee the lowest price on all the activities available to book on our site. We'll refund the difference if you find the exact activity cheaper online until 48 hours before your activity starts.

We Make It Easy!

Gather your information

Locate your Cool Hawaii Booking Number and the proof of the lower price you found.

Send it to us

Email [email protected] with the documents, your name, and your home address.

We'll review

We'll review your materials and get in touch as soon as possible.

Receive your refund

If everything checks out, we'll refund you the price difference.

Refund Terms & Conditions

The following conditions apply to all lowest price guarantee refund requests:

  • The lowest price guarantee is available to any customer who makes a qualifying purchase through our website. The qualifying purchase must be a minimum of US$20 (or equivalent).
  • The lowest price guarantee covers retail and prepaid rates available to the general public. This does not include discounts or promotions you may receive (or be eligible for) from third-party sites or organizations such as AAA or AARP or special offers made as part of a membership program, corporate discount, daily deal, group, or rewards program.
  • Cool Hawaii promotions cannot be combined with the lowest price guarantee.
  • If you find a lower retail or prepaid rate for the same activity, offered on the same date, time and priced in the same currency as your original purchase, on any other website between the time you book on Cool Hawaii and 48 hours before your trip starts, we will refund the difference.
  • The lowest price guarantee does not apply where a lower overall price is found by breaking down the purchased activity into one or more parts sold separately.
  • Cool Hawaii reserves the right to verify the lower price details. Examples of acceptable forms of verification include a web screenshot or a web address.
  • All refund decisions will be made at the sole discretion of Cool Hawaii.
Activity name

Free Cancellation

100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

Cool Hawaii wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Hawaii over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Cool Support

Ask us anything!

Activity name

Cool Robot