Private - Hawaii Volcanoes NP and Black Sand Beaches Tour

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12 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Book an unforgettable private tour that will take you into the heart of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. From all the main highlights within the park to the lesser seen areas, your tour will go far beyond any experience with the bigger companies.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve, this iconic park is a must see while in Hawaii. Experience two of the world’s most active volcanoes, critically endangered wildlife and some of the most unique geological, biological and cultural landscapes on earth.

Your exceptional naturalist will provide guided interpretation during your entire tour experience.

Upon booking your tour, one of our guides will contact you to discuss custom options we have available for your tour. Whether you’d like to spend more time star gazing, enjoy more time at our private waterfall location, or enjoy an extended guided hike, we’re here to make this experience memorable and most importantly – ALL ABOUT YOU!

What's Included

  • Dinner Sit, relax, and enjoy a meal sourced with local ingredients and Hawaiian infused cuisine at a local restaurant in the town of Volcano
  • Lunch Picnic style lunch from Punalu'u Bakery at either Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or Punalu'u black sand beach.
  • Snacks trail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, chocolate
  • Alcoholic beverages Available for purchase with dinner
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our team will be in touch to confirm your pick-up location. Pick-up will be at 9:00 am. You will be picked up at your place of lodging. There is no age limit on this tour, but those who will be traveling with children in car seats must provide their own.

What To Expect

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Punalu'u Bake Shop

As you begin your tour, you’ll travel south along the Kona coast and absorb the breathtaking views of lush vegetation and coastline. Listen to your guide describe the cultural history of the area as well as the local flora and fauna. Arrive at the southernmost bakery in the United States. World renown for their sweet breads, malasadas (Portuguese fried dough aka “donut”) and other delicious treats. Enjoy a complementary coffee or tea and choose a malasada before heading on to explore the most beautiful black sand beach on the island.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

One of the prettiest black sand beaches in all of the Hawaiian Islands. The jet-black volcanic glass sand here was formed from the rapid cooling of basaltic lava hitting the ocean water then shattering into tiny fragments. Enjoy the relaxing feeling of black sand under your toes while listening to the wind move through the palms and across the water. Your guide will keep a look out for green sea turtles and endangered hawksbill sea turtles that frequent the beach.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

This iconic park encompasses the summit of two of the world’s most active volcanoes and extends from sea level up to the summit of Mauna Loa at 13,677 feet. It’s home to critically endangered wildlife and some of the most unique geological, biological and cultural landscapes on earth. You’ll spend the majority of your tour here in the park taking in all the natural wonders. Your tour will explore the main attractions in the park including: Halema'uma'u Crater, the Thurston Lava Tube, Wahinekapu Steam Bluffs.Explore Chain of Craters Road from top to bottom. There is a lot to do and see at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, our guides' vast knowledge of the Park will help them design a personal itinerary of stops along Chain of Craters to fit your interests!If there is an active eruption, stay past dark and our guides will lead you to the best observation area to marvel at the incredible views of the “glow” at night.
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6 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Volcano

Enjoy a three-course dining experience sourced with local ingredients and Hawaiian infused cuisine at a top of the line Kilauea Lodge just outside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Depart Volcano and head back to your place of lodging feeling happy, full and filled with exciting new memories.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Tours can be adapted to accommodate all ages and abilities. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have specific needs.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Strollers can be accommodated but a car seat must be provided if needed.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private – Hawaii Volcanoes NP and Black Sand Beaches Tour?

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.

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What's Included

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  • DinnerSit, relax, and enjoy a meal sourced with local ingredients and Hawaiian infused cuisine at a local restaurant in the town of Volcano
  • LunchPicnic style lunch from Punalu'u Bakery at either Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or Punalu'u black sand beach.
  • Snackstrail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, chocolate
  • Carbonated beveragesAll non-alcoholic beverages: water, juice, soda, hot tea, coffee and hot chocolate
  • Private transportation
  • Admission into all Parks
  • Gear - Patagonia Rain Jacket and Nano Puff, Nikon Prostaff binoculars, Black Diamond Hiking Poles
  • Complementary Photo package: 20-25 professional, edited photos shared via Adobe Cloud
  • Alcoholic beveragesAvailable for purchase with dinner

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Tours can be adapted to accommodate all ages and abilities. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have specific needs.
  • Assuming no modifications to this tour, guests should be able to walk at least 0.5-1 miles with some steps included.
  • Guests must be able to walk on uneven or rocky terrain and we may encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Strollers can be accommodated but a car seat must be provided if needed.
  • We can accommodate wheelchairs on this tour as long as they are collapsible and guest can enter vehicle on their own.

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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).
  • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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