Kona Volcano Tour – Hualalai Hiking Tour
Kona Volcano Tour – Hualalai Hiking Tour
$190.00
Explore the upper slopes of Hualalai in Kona, one of the five volcanoes on the Big Island. This tour has gained special access to a trail located on private land behind three locked gates. This 3-4 mile trail travels through volcanic landscapes littered with craters, fissures, and cinder cones, and travels through a mystical native forest. Along the way, a trained forest guide will detail the volcanic history of the area, and be quick to point out an array of native species you will encounter. The hike concludes with a descent into a large lava tube.
BOOK NOW • MORE INFO
The Location
Towering above Kona at around 8,000 feet, Hualalai is the third tallest volcano on the Big Island. This Big Island Hiking tour takes guests on an exclusive journey along the slopes of this volcanic region, through an area that is not accessible to the general public that sits behind three locked gates. This tour is one of the only ways for members of the public to explore the slopes of Hualalai!
The Hike
This moderate, 3-4 mile hike travels through a native forest to the upper reaches of Hualalai. The trail is dotted with deep craters that once spewed molten lava, as well as other volcanic features like fissures, cinder cones, and lava tubes. Guests will have the opportunity to peer into dizzyingly sheer craters and take in the vistas of the Kona coastline spread out before them. The hike comes to a close with a descent into a lava tube.
What’s Included
In addition to access to private land, this tour includes transportation from the tour center to the trailhead, as well as walking sticks, warm wear, and day packs. This tour offers a unique look at the unique geology and volcanology of the area, as well as a peek into the native flora and fauna of this region via a passionate tour guide.
BOOK NOW!
Nearby Areas:
Kona • Waikoloa • Waimea
Kona Volcano – Hualalai Hike Video
Important Information about this activity
| Exclusive Access and Terrain: | This 5-hour hike takes you onto private land on the Hualalai volcano, with 3-4 miles of uneven terrain, including craters, lava tubes, spatter cones, and a 1,000-foot elevation gain and descent. |
|---|---|
| Provided Gear and What to Bring: | Walking sticks, rain jackets, snacks, and beverages are provided. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, and a light jacket. |
| Restrictions: | Guests should be fit for hiking on rocky, uneven paths with steep inclines. |
What recent guests are saying
Recent hikers on the Hidden Craters hike on Hualalai say it exceeded their expectations and that their guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. Across Hawaii Forest & Trail's Kona tours, reviewers consistently describe guides who know the island's geology, plants and history and who keep mixed-age groups comfortable and safe.
Nearly every recent review of the company is five stars, with no recurring complaints.
Our summary of Hawaii Forest & Trail's public Google and Yelp reviews, updated October 17, 2026.