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Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike 3 hr

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  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Hike a 4-mile loop through native Hawaiian forest and around a hardened lava lake with a guide in Volcanoes National Park.

About this tour

Explore the volcanic landscapes of Hawaiʻi on a guided hike through Volcanoes National Park. This 3-hour, 4-mile loop leads through native Hawaiian forest and around a hardened lava lake, offering a close look at the terrain shaped by the island’s volcanic past.

Along the trail, your licensed guide shares insights into the area’s geology and history, as well as the native plants and wildlife that make this ecosystem distinctive. Backpacks and trekking poles are provided. The hike calls for a moderate level of fitness and is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Meet in front of the visitor center at 3:00 p.m. The $15.00 park entrance fee is not included, and lava viewing depends on Kilauea’s activity.

Join this Volcanoes National Park guided hike for an active way to experience the forest, lava-formed scenery, and natural history of Hawaiʻi.

Highlights

  • Hike a 4-mile loop through native Hawaiian forest
  • Walk around a hardened lava lake
  • Learn about volcanic geology and local history
  • Spot native flora and fauna along the trail

What's included

Included

  • Licensed guide
  • Backpacks and trekking poles

Not included

  • Volcanoes National Park entrance fee: $15.00

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Important information

  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Meet in front of the visitor center at 3:00 p.m.
  • Lava viewing depends on Kilauea volcano activity

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This tour scores 4.73 on Viator (GetYourGuide shows no usable rating). Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.9.

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