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Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

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Viewing Glowing Lava Lake during Twilight
View of Halemaumau Crater
Walk Through the Thurston Lava Tube
Viewing Glowing Lava Lake during Twilight
Stargazing near Mauna Kea

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Overview

See rare black sand beaches, visit the famous Kona Coffee Farm and the magnificent Volcanoes National Park including Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, and past lava flow. 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. Lunch and Dinner included in the tour.

What's Included

  • Picnic Lunch and Restaurant Dinner
  • Bottle Water and Hawaiian Juice
  • Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
  • Tour Guide Gratuities / Tips
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up only from all major hotels and resorts in Kona and Kohala Coast. If you are staying at a vacation rental in Kona, you will be directed to the closest hotel to be picked up. If you are staying at a vacation rental in Kohala Coast or near Hilo, you will be directed to one of the locations below to be picked up.The back parking lot by the two yellow umbrellas at Queens' Marketplace in WaikoloaFoodland Farms at The Shops at Mauna Lani ( 1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 )The supplier will send you a confirmation email with the exact pickup location and time. Please call the supplier if you don't receive an email.

What To Expect

Bay View Farm

Take a tour of a Kona Coffee Farm to learn about the harvesting and milling process while sampling Kona Coffee and Tea. Enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the beautiful Kealakekua Bay.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Punalu'u Bake Shop

Taste famous Hawaiian sweet bread and malasadas at this local favorite bakery
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

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.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Various stops are made to view magnificent volcanic eruptions during the day and twilight, as well as past lava flow sites and craters, condition permitting. In addition, your certified tour guide provides an educational and insightful narrative about the volcanoes as you visit steam vents, Kilauea Crater Lookout, a portion of the Chain of Craters Road, and the crater rim trail.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube

Walk along a bridge that gives you a literal inside look at Hawaii, as you follow it to the eerie Thurston Lava Tube, a 600-foot-long (183-meter) cave formed hundreds of years ago by an underground river of magma.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saddle Road

Your guide will take you to a secluded and ideal location for stargazing. 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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Some walking on uneven ground is involved
  • Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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1,456 reviews

Average 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 1,456 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Picnic Lunch and Restaurant Dinner.
  • Bottle Water and Hawaiian Juice.
  • Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation.
  • Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Use of Rain and Warm Jacket.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Small-group tour lead by a professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tour Guide Gratuities / Tips.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour is as follows:

  • Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Picnic Lunch and Restaurant Dinner
  • Bottle Water and Hawaiian Juice
  • Luxury Mercedes Sprinter Van Transportation
  • Kona/ Kohala Coast area hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Use of Rain and Warm Jacket
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Small-group tour lead by a professional guide
  • Tour Guide Gratuities / Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not possible for travelers require walkers/wheelchairs
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under 5 years old are not allowed to participate
  • Vegetarian or gluten free meals are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Some walking on uneven ground is involved
  • Itineraries may change, and refunds will not be given for closures and itinerary changes out of our control. Tours run rain or shine.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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