Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Day Tour from Kona

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Product Code: 710823

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Take a tour of a Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee
    • Dip your toes in the sand at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach and scan the horizon for green sea turtles on the shore
    • Visit the stunning display of the dynamic natural wonders in the Volcanoes National Park including Thurston Lava Tube
    • View the glowing lava inside the active volcanic crater that brightens up the night sky
    • Observe stars, planets, and galaxies under the pristine night sky near Mauna Kea, weather permitting
    • Professional guide sharing knowledge of the history, cultures, and geology of the island
Tour Code
710823
Duration
12 hour
Departure City
Kailua-Kona
End City
Kailua-Kona
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tours
Language
English
Available options

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Natural Landscapes

Natural beauty, scenic views.

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

See rare black sand beaches, walk through a lava tube, visit famous Kona Coffee Farm and the magnificent Volcanoes National Park, finish the adventure with stargazing near Mauna Kea. Experience the Big Island’s most spectacular natural splendors on this small-group tour with a professional local guide sharing knowledge of the history, cultures, and geology of the island.
Enjoy a fully narrated adventure that starts with a stop at a Kona Coffee Farm. Walk through the orchards with your guide learning about the harvesting and milling process while sampling a warm cup of Kona-grown coffee.
Continue the leisurely drive and pass the scenic view of the Kealakekua Bay and South Point, the southernmost point of the United State, then relax and take it all in at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach, a great place to spot marine life from the shore, like Hawaii’s green sea turtles.
In the afternoon, visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with a trip around the Chain of Craters Road, for the “mountain to sea” experience. Various stops are made to view magnificent volcanic eruption, and flow sites of the past, the beautiful park coastline, and the remarkable Thurston Lava Tube. In addition, your certified tour guide provides an educational and insightful narrative about the volcanoes as you visit Kilauea Iki Lookout, steam vents, Halema’uma’u Crater, and crater rim trail.
After enjoying a sit-down dinner at a local restaurant near the park, your guide will take you to a secluded and ideal location for stargazing near Mauna Kea, depending on weather condition, you will observe stars, planets, galaxies, moon, and much more while your guide shares interesting legend and lore of the sky.

Visiting Attractions

  • Punaluu Black Sand Beach Punaluu Black Sand Beach
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Pick-up Details / Transfers

Pickup location and Time
We pick up from all major resorts and hotels in Keauhou, Kona, Waikoloa, and Kohala Coast areas between 9:30 am to 11 am. Actual pickup times vary depending on the exact location. The tour duration is around 12 hours.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Assorted juices, snacks, and bottled water
    • Local style picnic lunch consists of teriyaki chicken, grilled fish, local sweet potato, and steamed rice
    • Sit-down dinner at a restaurant near the park
    • All admission fees
    • Jackets, and rain gear

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure locations
    • All personal expenses, additional hotel services and meals, unless otherwise stated

Special Notes

    • Cancellation Policy: Full price will be charged for cancellations, tour date changes, and "no shows" unless we receive advance notice as follows:
      - Minimum 24 hours notice for groups of 1-5 pax to receive a full refund;
      - 48 hours notice for groups of 6 pax or more to receive a full refund;
      - 72 hour notice for private groups to receive a full refund.
    • Please be advised that we do require a minimum number of four participants on all of our tours. Although your booking has been created, the tour may be canceled due to low participation in the rare event. We will attempt to contact you and give advance notice of any possible tour changes or cancellations.
    • All tours canceled due to low participation are eligible for a full refund at the time of cancellation. In the event a tour must be canceled, we are happy to offer different times or dates that will confirm the excursion will take place.
    • What to bring and wear: Wear comfortable clothing in layers as temperatures vary from warm to cool. Covered walking shoes are required.
    • Group Size: Tours are limited to a maximum of 13 guests per vehicle.
    • Tour difficulty: Easy hiking over a short distance. Ages 5 and older are required.
    • FAQs
      How much hiking do we do?
      - We will have a couple easy hikes over a short distance on this tour. The total distance is about a mile.
      Will we get to see active lava?
      - Due to the dynamic nature of active volcanoes, lava viewing conditions change daily or even hourly. The best viewing of current eruptive activity is on our Twilight Volcano Tour. We will do our best to get you to the closest viewing area providing it is safe and legal.

Cancellation Policy

Please see the Available Options section above for any details about cancellation policies.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Adult: 13 and above
* Child: 12 and under
Ages 5 and older are required

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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