Hilo’s Ultimate Volcano Adventure

Overview

In 2018, the mighty Kilauea Volcano reminded the world of its raw power when it erupted with violent force—cracking open roads, spewing 300-foot lava fountains into the sky, and transforming the landscape forever. Nearly 2,000 residents were evacuated as lava surged across neighborhoods, creating brand-new land in its wake.

Join us on a Volcano Safari into the heart of this geological marvel—the East Rift Zone—where you’ll walk on land younger than the smartphone in your pocket, explore ancient lava tubes, and witness nature’s power to destroy and create.

Cruise along the scenic Banyan Drive, lined with towering banyan trees planted by celebrities of the past. Get a glimpse of the serene Japanese gardens—once part of Hilo’s royal retreat.

Enjoy a drive-by glimpse of Hilo's historic town, where you’ll learn about its rich past and the powerful tsunamis that once reshaped it.

Stop at Rainbow Falls and snap photos of this postcard-perfect waterfall cascading 80 feet into a turquoise pool. If you're lucky and the light is just right, you’ll catch the colorful rainbow that gives the falls its name.

Descend into the underground world formed by ancient lava flows. Walk through natural lava tubes and imagine the molten rivers that once surged beneath your feet.

Drive though Pahoa Town – Once a thriving plantation hub, now a relaxed, bohemian village known for its vintage charm, artistic flair, and rustic wooden boardwalks.

Explore eerie, tree-shaped lava molds left behind when fast-flowing lava cooled around living ohia trees. This spot is a surreal reminder of nature's dual roles as both artist and destroyer.

Stand in awe at ground zero of the 2018 eruption—Fissure 8, the most active and destructive of the eruption sites. Witness where entire subdivisions were engulfed and where new land now stretches toward the sea.

Trek across jet-black sands formed in the wake of Kilauea’s 2018 eruption. Created when molten lava met the Pacific Ocean, this otherworldly beach is still warm with geological energy.

This immersive, guided experience blends natural wonder, local history, and unforgettable sights as you explore the Big Island's most dramatic volcanic aftermath.

The order of sightseeing is subject to change.