So You Want to See Lava

HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

The big island of Hawaii is home to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, featuring Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

This fact has made Hawaii Volcanoes National Park one of the top travel destinations in the state, attracting visitors from around the world hoping to see Kilauea in action.

In the past, Kilauea was in a continuous state of eruption with lava flowing steadily down the mountainside and into the ocean. Seeing lava back then was a sure thing.

The current eruption is very different than eruptions of the past. It has periods of activity followed by periods of inactivity. And rather than lava flows this eruption is producing lava fountains. Recent fountains have measured over 1500 feet high - that’s a 100 -150 story building! So, if you happen to go to the park at the right time, you are sure to see something extraordinary… something you will not soon forget.

HOW TO VISIT HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

To visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, you have the option of going on your own (if you have a rental car and don’t mind driving - it’s a 2-3 hour drive from Kona, and the park entry fee is currently $30 per vehicle).

Or you can take a guided tour. In addition to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, guided tours include other points of interest. Most will also visit a working Kona coffee farm, a black sand beach, and a waterfall or two.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

If interested in booking a guided tour, contact me at the email address or phone number below.

BODY GLOVE SNORKEL TOUR

While in Kona, if you want to get some snorkeling in, check out the Body Glove Deluxe Morning Snorkel and Dolphin Watch tour. This tour includes breakfast, lunch and all of your gear, including SUPs, floatation toys, and a 20’ water slide. More info

BODY GLOVE WHALE WATCH TOUR

If you happen to be in Kona during whale season (Dec-Mar), don’t miss out on the opportunity to see these majestic creatures in the wild. Witnessing one of the females with her calf, or a male performing a full breach, or listening to the sounds of whale song played over a loud speaker are some of the most awe inspiring experiences Kona has to offer. More info

BODY GLOVE DINNER CRUISE

And for those looking for a scenic sunset experience on the water, there’s the Body Glove Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay. This is not your average dinner cruise, but a relaxing evening out on the water with a historian who shares the rich history of the island with you, a local musician who provides live music, excellent food prepared by a chef and his team of culinary experts, beautiful scenery and a spectacular sunset - one of the most popular tours in Kona, this is a cut above other dinner cruises. More info

BODY GLOVE DISCOUNT/PROMO CODE

DON’T FORGET to enter Body Glove promo code danleis to receive a 10% discount on these Body Glove catamaran cruises when booking online (good for adult fares only on our whale watch tour). More info

HOW TO BOOK THESE TOURS

These tours can be booked by selecting the links on this website, or you can visit bodyglovehawaii.com and make your reservation there.

Mahalo!