Nui Pohaku
The sightseeing tours offered by Nui Pohaku Adventure Tours specialize in seeing the spectacle that is the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Departing from the Queen Lili'uokalani Gardens in Hilo these tours offer an extensive tour of the volcano area taking approximately eleven hours. You're Nui Pohaku Adventure Tour will be personalized to no more than twelve passengers as you visit every important aspect of the national park. You will see the amazing Halemaumau Crater which Mark Twain chronicled in the eighteen-hundreds and its fiery outpouring of molten lava and dense white smoke and gas. While at that location you will be taken to the Jagger Museum to see the various exhibits, both scientific and historical, regarding the volcanic activity of this area. You'll have an opportunity to walk through the tropical rainforest and enter the amazing Thurston Lava Tube which in places is so large you could drive a train through and you'll be able to walk out on the black sand beaches on the lower portion of the park and see the area where the lava is flowing into the sea from the Pu'u O'o vent higher on the slopes.…
| Description: Your day begins with a fully narrated drive from the Kona or Waikoloa area to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Fill your senses with the ride of a lifetime! Experience the volcano up close and personal as you ride through lush rainforest and lava frozen in time on your 21 speed mountain bike. Your cycling adventure takes place around the rim of one of the most active volcanoes in the world! It consists of mostly level terrain with a couple of small uphill and downhill sections thrown in for fun! Along with the cycling portion, you will hike through an incredible rainforest that leads you directly through an amazing lava tube. Stop at scenic overlooks to witness the heart of the volcano exploding at Halema"uma"u Crater. During your ride, you will stop at the Jagger Museum where you will see videos of the volcano erupting. The Jagger Museum is also home to many seismographs, which monitor every twitch of the earth. Throughout the tour your guide will share with you history and geology of the area during the frequent stops along the way - an exciting and active way to spend the day at the Hawai"i Volcanoes National Park!
Departure Point: WAIKOLOA: 7:00am in front of Roys in the Waikoloa Kings Shops - return about 5:30pm KONA: 7:45am at Buns in the Sun in the Lanihau Shopping Center - return about 6:00pm (Tour departure times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Ages 12 and Up | $155.00 | $155.00 | | |
| Description: Your day begins with a fully narrated drive from the Hilo area to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Experience the volcano up close and personal as you ride through lush rainforest and lava frozen in time on your 21 speed mountain bike. Your cycling adventure takes place around the rim of the Kilauea Volcano and down a portion of the Chain of Craters road. It consists of mostly level terrain with a couple of small uphill and downhill sections thrown in for fun! Along with the cycling portion, you will hike through the rainforest that leads directly through an amazing lava tube. Also witness the heart of the volcano exploding at Halema"uma"u Crater. During your ride, you will stop at the Jagger Museum, home to many seismographs, which monitor every twitch of the earth.
Departure Point: 9:00am at Hilo Hawaiian - return about 3:00pm (Tour departure times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 6 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Ages 12 and Up | $135.00 | $135.00 | | |
| Description: Your day begins with a fully narrated drive from the Kona or Waikoloa area to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Ride a bike through the Volcanoes National Park and explore the lava in the Puna district all on one tour! Experience the volcano up close and personal as you ride through lush rainforest and lava frozen in time on your 21-speed mountain bike. Your cycling adventure takes place around the rim of the Kilauea Volcano and down a portion of the Chain of Craters Road. It consists of mostly level terrain with a couple of small uphill and downhill sections thrown in for fun! Along with the cycling portion, you will hike through the rainforest that leads directly through an amazing lava tube. Also witness the heart of the volcano exploding at Halema"uma"u Crater. During your ride, you will stop at the Jagger Museum, home to many seismographs, which monitor every twitch of the earth. After the bike tour of the Volcanoes National Park, journey to the Puna District by van. Travel down the "Red Road" where the scenery is amazing as you weave through the rainforest and take in the jagged cliffs overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Walk out to the new black sand beach at Kaimu, which has forever been changed by the lava flows in the early 1990"s. Next stop, search for molten lava! Your guide will take you on a short hike over the lava fields to view the incredible molten lava streaming down the mountain from the Pu"u O"o Vent. See lava in motion as it descends down to the sea. As the sun sets, you will experience a dramatic change in the landscape as the fire from the sea becomes alive in the darkness of this remote area.
Departure Point: WAIKOLOA: 7:00am in front of Roys in the Waikoloa Kings Shops - return about 9:30pm KONA: 7:45am at Buns in the Sun in the Lanihau Shopping Center - return about 10:00pm (Tour departure times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 14 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Ages 12 and Up | $239.00 | $239.00 | | |
| Description: Your day begins with a fully narrated drive from the Hilo area to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Ride a bike through the Volcanoes National Park and explore the lava in the Puna district all on one tour! Experience the volcano up close and personal as you ride through lush rainforest and lava frozen in time on your 21 speed mountain bike. Your cycling adventure takes place around the rim of the Kilauea Volcano and down a portion of the Chain of Craters road. It consists of mostly level terrain with a couple of small uphill and downhill sections thrown in for fun! Along with the cycling portion, you will hike through the rainforest that leads directly through an amazing lava tube. Also witness the heart of the volcano exploding at Halema"uma"u Crater. During your ride, you will stop at the Jagger Museum, home to many seismographs, which monitor every twitch of the earth. After the bike tour of the Volcanoes National Park, journey to the Puna District by van. Travel down the "Red Road" where the scenery is amazing as you weave through the rainforest and take in the jagged cliffs overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Walk out to the new black sand beach at Kaimu, which has forever been changed by the lava flows in the early 1990"s. Next stop, search for molten lava! Your guide will take you on a short hike over the lava fields to view the incredible molten lava streaming down the mountain from the Pu"u O"o vent. See lava in motion as it descends down to the sea. As the sun sets, you will experience a dramatic change in the landscape as the fire from the sea becomes alive in the darkness of this remote area.
Departure Point: HILO: 9:00am at Hilo Hawaiian - return about 8:00pm (Tour departure times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 11 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Ages 12 and Up | $209.00 | $209.00 | | |
| Description: Explore Kilauea Volcano in a unique way by taking the road less traveled. Begin your day with a fully narrated drive from the Kona or Waikoloa area to your first stop at the Hilo Coffee Mill. Awaken your senses to the best the Big Island has to offer! Start your morning right with locally grown and freshly roasted Hawaiian coffee at the famous Hilo Coffee Mill on your way to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Once you arrive at the park, an experienced guide will take your intimate size group on short leisurely hikes through lush rainforests alive with native birds, incredible foliage and a "walk through" lava tube. Explore hidden overlooks off the beaten path and witness the explosive power of Halema'uma'u Crater. Enjoy a stop at the Jagger Museum with its real time seismographs, eruption footage and beautiful displays of lava and Hawaiian geology. After a picnic style gourmet lunch, journey to the Volcano Winery for unforgettable wine tasting that includes award winning selections and uniquely crafted wines made with exotic fruits from around the island.
Departure Point: KONA: 7:45am at Buns in the Sun in the Lanihau Shopping Center - return about 6:00pm WAIKOLOA: 8:30am in front of Roys in the Waikoloa Kings Shops - return about 6:45pm (Tour departure and return times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $155.00 | $155.00 | | Children 5 To 12 Years Old | $125.00 | $125.00 | | |
| Description: Begin your day with a fully narrated drive from the Hilo area to your first stop at the Hilo Coffee Mill. Awaken your senses to the best the Big Island has to offer! Start your morning right with locally grown and freshly roasted Hawaiian coffee at the famous Hilo Coffee Mill on your way to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Once you arrive at the park, an experienced guide will take your intimate size group on short leisurely hikes through lush rainforests alive with native birds, incredible foliage and a "walk through" lava tube. Explore hidden overlooks off the beaten path and witness the explosive power of Halema'uma'u Crater. Enjoy a stop at the Jagger Museum with its real time seismographs, eruption footage and beautiful displays of lava and Hawaiian geology. After a picnic style gourmet lunch, journey to the Volcano Winery for unforgettable wine tasting that includes award winning selections and uniquely crafted wines made with exotic fruits from around the island.
Departure Point: HILO: 10:30am at Hilo Hawaiian - return about 5:00pm (Tour departure and return times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 6 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $135.00 | $135.00 | | Children 5 To 12 Years Old | $105.00 | $105.00 | | |
| Description: Your day begins with a fully narrated drive from the Hilo area to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Experience the most Kilauea Volcano has to offer! Explore the Volcanoes National Park with an intimate size group and then travel down to the Puna Coast to view the lava on the active side of Kilauea Volcano. Once you arrive at the park, an experienced guide will lead you on short leisurely hikes through lush rainforests alive with native birds, incredible foliage and a "walk through" lava tube. Explore hidden overlooks off the beaten path and witness the explosive power of Halema"uma"u Crater. Enjoy a stop at the Jagger Museum with its real time seismographs, eruption footage and beautiful displays of lava and Hawaiian geology. You will then travel down the "Red Road" where the scenery is amazing as you weave through the rainforest and take in the jagged cliffs overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Walk out to the new black sand beach at Kaimu, which has forever been changed by the lava flows in the early 1990"s. Next stop, search for molten lava! Your guide will take you on a short hike over the lava fields to view the incredible molten lava streaming down the mountain from the Pu"u O"o vent. See lava in motion as it descends down to the sea. As the sun sets, you will experience a dramatic change in the landscape as the fire from the sea becomes alive in the darkness of this remote area. Throughout the tour your guide will share with you history and geology of the area during the frequent stops along the way - an exciting and active way to spend the day discovering how lava has changed our land forever.
Departure Point: HILO: 9:00am at Hilo Hawaiian - return about 8:00pm (Tour departure times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 11 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $169.00 | $169.00 | | Children 5 To 12 Years Old | $149.00 | $149.00 | | |
| Description: Your day begins with a fully narrated drive from the Kona or Waikoloa area to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Experience the most Kilauea Volcano has to offer! Explore the Volcanoes National Park with an intimate size group and then travel down to the Puna Coast to view the lava on the active side of Kilauea Volcano. Once you arrive at the park, an experienced guide will lead you on short leisurely hikes through lush rainforests alive with native birds, incredible foliage and a "walk through" lava tube. Explore hidden overlooks off the beaten path and witness the explosive power of Halema"uma"u Crater. Enjoy a stop at the Jagger Museum with its real time seismographs, eruption footage and beautiful displays of lava and Hawaiian geology. You will then travel down the "Red Road" where the scenery is amazing as you weave through the rainforest and take in the jagged cliffs overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Walk out to the new black sand beach at Kaimu, which has forever been changed by the lava flows in the early 1990"s. Next stop, search for molten lava! Your guide will take you on a short hike over the lava fields to view the incredible molten lava streaming down the mountain from the Pu"u O"o vent. See lava in motion as it descends down to the sea. As the sun sets, you will experience a dramatic change in the landscape as the fire from the sea becomes alive in the darkness of this remote area. Throughout the tour your guide will share with you history and geology of the area during the frequent stops along the way - an exciting and active way to spend the day discovering how lava has changed our land forever.
Departure Point: KONA: 7:45am at Buns in the Sun in the Lanihau Shopping Center - return about 10:00pm WAIKOLOA: 7:00am in front of Roys in the Waikoloa Kings Shops - return about 9:30pm (Tour departure and return times may vary depending on time of year)
Operates: Daily
Duration: Approximately 14 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $189.00 | $189.00 | | Children 5 To 12 Years Old | $169.00 | $169.00 | | |
Land Tours on Hawaii by Nui Pohaku
