Your day begins with a short inter-island flight from Oahu to Kona on the Big Island, where your guide will greet you and take you on a full-day volcanic adventure.

• Begin by exploring the historic town of Kailua-Kona, known for its charming waterfront and royal Hawaiian history.

• Journey through coffee country and scenic uplands as you make your way toward the island’s volcanic heart.

• Visit the Kilauea Iki Overlook, a dramatic crater that once flowed with lava and now offers surreal, Mars-like views.

• Walk along the unique shores of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, where you may spot basking Hawaiian green sea turtles.

• Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, home to one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Discover steaming vents, lava fields, craters, and ancient rainforests.

• Learn from your expert guide about the geology, legends, and natural wonders that shape this ever-evolving island.

With flights and ground transport included, this is a rare chance to witness the raw power of nature—all in a single day, departing from Oahu.

What to expect:

After a scenic inter-island flight from Oahu to Kona, your Big Island volcano adventure begins with a day packed full of natural beauty, local flavor, and dramatic landscapes.

• Start your morning at Greenwell Farms, one of Kona’s oldest coffee plantations, where you'll learn how the island’s famous coffee is grown and processed.

• Enjoy a peaceful forest walk at Manuka State Wayside Park, a hidden gem filled with native plants, volcanic features, and birdlife.

• Stop at the Punaluʻu Bake Shop to sample fresh Hawaiian sweet breads in flavors like taro, guava, and mango.

• Walk the dramatic shores of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, known for its jet-black volcanic sand and sunbathing Hawaiian green sea turtles.

• Spend the heart of your day exploring Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll visit:

  • Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, where lava has glowed in recent years

  • Kīlauea Iki Lookout, overlooking a vast crater surrounded by rainforest

  • Thurston Lava Tube, a walk-through tunnel formed by flowing lava

  • Steam vents, where volcanic heat escapes the Earth’s crust

As you drive back, take in scenic views along the Mauna Kea Access Road, the Kohala Coast, and pass through Hilo, known for its lush landscape and cultural charm.

This full-day excursion offers a front-row seat to Hawaii’s incredible volcanic power, all in one unforgettable trip from Oahu.