Join an amazing guided Kilauea Volcano bike tour in the Hawaii Volcano National Park, followed by wine tasting at the Volcano Winery. You'll explore Kilauea Volcano, from its summit to the sea, as you bike down this active crater! A great family friendly adventure in Hawaii packed with thrills and fun!
Your professional interpretive guide will take you through fantastic terrains, on mostly downhill and leveled paved roads/trails, while sharing geological and mythological information about the park. You will be provided with all the equipment necessary for your adventure including lunch, beverages and van support.
Experience the main highlights of Hawaii Volcano National Park, from lush ancient Hawaiian rainforests to dynamic lava formation. You will travel through a variety of micro-climates, huge craters, stand by steaming vents, walk through a lava tube and if Madame Pele (the Volcano Goddess) allows, see active lava flows pouring into the Pacific Ocean.
Bike as much or as little as you wish during the majestic Kilauea Volcano bike tour. A support van will always be close by. If you prefer not to cycle at all you have the option of joining the tour by van and riding along the same trails.
To top off your Kilauea Volcano adventure, a wine tasting session at the Volcano Winery is included as an extra bonus! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore Hawaii and the Kilauea Volcano!
Departure Dates: Daily Commences: Hilo, Hawaii Departure Point:
Port of Hilo (cruise passengers only)
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Kilauea General Store, Volcano Village
Visitors Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Departure Time:
Port of Hilo (cruise passengers only): 8:30am
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel: 8:40am
Kilauea General Store, Volcano Village: 9:30am
Visitors Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: 9:45am
Return Details: Returns to original departure point Itinerary:
Your exciting day begins at the Visitors Center in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you will receive a tour orientation. The next stop will be our biking starting point will be at the Kilauea Overlook, where you will get your first glance of the incredible Summit Caldera eruption.
Here you will also receive an informative overview of the eruption history at the summit. Next, you'll be fitted for a 2008 Giant Sedona DX comfort mountain bike and safety equipment, and receive a safety briefing. Then your expert Interpretive Guide will escort you on an historical tour of the currently erupting Kilauea Caldera.
Off you go on an off-road trail to Jagger Museum, the closest point to the eruption. We will explore the museum, see interpretive exhibits on Hawaiian volcanoes and the work of the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. From the museum you will continue on a off road trail along the rim of the Caldera to the Steam Vents, where you'll literally feel the heat of the volcano.
The adventure continues through the native Hawaiian rainforest section of the Summit. You will travel on a paved trail along the edge of the Summit Caldera on roads that partially collapsed in 1982 earthquake.
Our bike course then rejoins Crater Rim Drive where you will bike through a lush, ancient Hawaiian Fern Forest. Your next stop will be at the Kilauea Iki Crater Overlook. Here you will see the cinder cone Pu'u Pua'i and an incredible view of this crater.
The voyage continues as you wind your way through the rainforest and down the Chain of Craters Road. You will see several large pit craters, a lava shield volcano, and lava trees during this part of the tour.
Our bike trail ends at Mau Loa O Mauna Ulu where you'll experience the massive Mauna Ulu lava flow. There are many stops along bike course to view and photograph this incredible volcanic scenery, and learn about the history of this ever-changing dynamic landscape.
Time to relax, our air condition van will take you the rest of the way to the ocean to the end of the Chain of Craters Road where the 2003 lava flow has crossed the road. Along the way you will see awesome panoramic views of the Ka'u coastline.
You be served a delectable lunch oceanside where there is a good possibility of spotting the amazing Humpback Whales that visit the Hawaiian islands during the months of October through May. If Madame Pele (Volcano Goddess) allows, you will also see active lava flowing into the Pacific Ocean.
We will then return to the summit by van and pay a visit to the famous Thurston Lava Tube. At this stop we will take a short optional walk through the giant fern forest and literally walk through this outrageous lava tube.
More relaxation, our last stop will be wine tasting at a local Hawaiian winery. We will then bid you a warm 'A hui hou'(until we meet again) as we return you back to your point of origin. Touring the Hawaii Volcano National Park by bicycle is absolutely the most unique and exciting ride anywhere on the Big Island of Hawai`i.
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Gloves
Rain jacket
15-minute optional wine tasting session
Fresh Baked Deli Sandwich Lunch (Roast Beef, Pastrami, Ham, Turkey, Tuna, or Veggie)
DOT approved helmets
Giant Sedona Comfort Hybrid Bicycle
Pickup and drop off from select locations (see departure point field)
Exclusions:
Hotel pick up and drop off
Other Information:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Adult pricing applies to all travelers
Please advise the following information at time of booking in the "Special Requirements" field:
Height
Local contact number in Hawaii
Lunch Choice
Meeting location selection
What to Bring
Riders should wear layered clothing to ensure your comfort while bicycling. Local weather at Kilauea's summit (4000') varies daily and may be rainy and chilly any time in the year. At the summit of the volcano, temperatures may be 12 to 15 degrees cooler than at sealevel. The coastal plain at the end of Chain of Craters Road, where lava is entering the ocean, is often hot, dry, and windy with the possibility of passing showers.
Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed.
Local Operator Information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.
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