Circuit crépusculaire en petit groupe sur le volcan Big Island et l'observation des étoiles
Description
Admirez de rares plages de sable noir, visitez la célèbre ferme de café de Kona et le magnifique parc national des volcans, y compris le tube de lave de Thurston, Chain of Craters Road et la coulée de lave passée. Terminez l'aventure avec l'observation des étoiles près de Mauna Kea. Découvrez les splendeurs naturelles les plus spectaculaires de la Grande Île lors de cette visite en petit groupe avec un Guide local professionnel partageant ses connaissances sur l'histoire, les cultures et la géologie de l'île. Déjeuner et dîner inclus dans la visite.
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Faites une visite d'une ferme de café Kona pour en savoir plus sur le processus de récolte et de mouture tout en dégustant du café et du thé Kona. Profitez d'un pique-nique surplombant la magnifique baie de Kealakekua.
Goûtez au célèbre pain sucré et à la malasadas hawaïennes dans cette boulangerie préférée de la région
Détendez-vous et explorez à fond la plage de sable noir de Punalu’u, un lieu idéal pour observer la vie marine du rivage, comme les tortues de mer vertes d’Hawaï.
Divers arrêts sont effectués pour observer de magnifiques éruptions volcaniques pendant la journée et au crépuscule, ainsi que des sites de coulées de lave et des cratères, si les conditions le permettent. De plus, votre guide touristique certifié vous propose un récit éducatif et perspicace sur les volcans lors de votre visite des évents de vapeur, du Kilauea Crater Lookout, d'une partie de la Chain of Craters Road et du sentier du bord du cratère.
Marchez le long d'un pont qui vous donne un aperçu littéral de l'intérieur d'Hawaï, en le suivant jusqu'à l'étrange Thurston Lava Tube, une grotte de 183 mètres de long formée il y a des centaines d'années par une rivière souterraine de magma.
Votre guide vous conduira dans un lieu isolé et idéal pour observer les étoiles. Selon les conditions météorologiques, vous observerez des étoiles, des planètes, des galaxies, de la lune et bien plus encore, tandis que votre guide vous racontera d'intéressantes légendes et traditions du ciel.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Prise en charge uniquement dans tous les grands hôtels et resorts de la côte de Kona et Kohala entre 9h30 et 10h30. Si vous séjournez dans une Location de vacances à Kona, vous serez dirigé vers l'hôtel le plus proche pour la prise en charge. Si vous séjournez dans une Location de vacances à Kohala Coast ou près de Hilo, vous serez dirigé vers l'un des sites ci-dessous pour la prise en charge Le parking arrière près des deux parapluies jaunes au Queens' Marketplace à Waikoloa Foodland Farms at The Shops at Mauna Lani ( 1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 ) Le fournisseur vous enverra un e-mail de confirmation avec le lieu et l'heure exacts de ramassage. Veuillez appeler le fournisseur si vous ne recevez pas de courriel.
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Condition physique moyenne requise
- Les enfants de moins de 5 ans ne sont pas autorisés à participer
- Des repas végétariens ou sans gluten sont disponibles, veuillez en informer au moment de la réservation si nécessaire
- Il s'agit de marcher sur un sol irrégulier
- Les itinéraires peuvent changer et aucun remboursement ne sera accordé en cas de fermetures ou de changements d'itinéraire hors de notre contrôle. Les visites se déroulent beau temps, mauvais temps.
- Pas possible pour les voyageurs nécessitant des marcheurs/fauteuils roulants
Avis(1,703)
We booked this full-day volcano tour as a family of four, paying more than $300 per person. While our guide had some knowledge to share, the overall experience fell well short of what was promised and what we paid for. The biggest issue: we were explicitly promised longer time at key stops, but our guide Felix repeatedly rushed us through them — then made us feel like we were the ones causing delays. The lava tubes were one of the highlights we were most looking forward to — unique to this place and unlike anything else on the tour. He hardly was at the spot for 10-15 minutes , when the listed time was 30 mins . When we took a few minutes to photograph and take in the experience, he accused us of “dilly dallying.” We were making memories at one of the most extraordinary natural landmarks on the planet. That’s not dilly dallying — that’s exactly why people book this tour. When we raised concerns, his deflection was that he was “doing us a favor” by adding extra stops not on the itinerary. That’s not a favor if you’re cutting short the stops we actually paid for. His attitude was unprofessional. He made condescending remarks about our fitness, rolled his eyes, and volunteered that he’s 66 but still fit — clearly meant as a dig. He also stared at us after these episodes , which added to the discomfort. Every member of our party felt he was being unreasonable — this wasn’t one person’s impression. The volcano and lava tubes are truly spectacular. This guide made the experience far less enjoyable than it should have been. Future guests — especially those who want time to actually absorb what they came to see — should be aware before booking.
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We sincerely appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention, and we're sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. After receiving your email, we conducted a thorough review of your tour, including the GPS tracking data, the tour timeline, and discussions with your guide. Our GPS records show that the group spent 25 minutes at Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube), which is consistent with the amount of time typically allocated for this stop. We also confirmed that the group spent over three hours inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, including returning to the park after dinner for the evening portion of the tour. Based on our review, the tour itinerary was completed as scheduled. Regarding the Lava Tube stop specifically, we understand this was one of the highlights your group was looking forward to. Our guides do need to keep the tour on schedule because the dinner portion of the tour is based on a reserved seating time. Arriving late can result in delays for the entire group and may impact the restaurant's ability to accommodate the reservation. Regarding your concerns about the guide's communication and demeanor, we take this type of feedback seriously. We expect all of our guides to treat every guest with courtesy, professionalism, and respect. We're sorry that your group felt rushed and left with the impression that your concerns were not heard. That is certainly not the experience we want our guests to have. Thank you again for taking the time to write to us. We appreciate the opportunity to review your concerns and wish you all the best.
We did the absolutely magical Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour with Felix as our guide. I knew we were in for an excellent day as soon as we met Felix. He is a sensational guide and wonderful person. He answered all our questions, was crazy knowledgeable, and kept us laughing the entire tour. I learned and saw and experienced so, so much during this adventure! I can't cover it all in a review, but here are some things that are worth noting: The van was clean, comfortable, and had chargers at every row of seating. Make sure you bring a charge cable, because my phone battery was really put to the test with how many pictures I took over the 12-ish hour tour. Felix did have a few extras for guests who forgot their cables. He also had ginger chews for those who might get a touch of motion sickness, plenty of water bottles during the tour, raincoats, and warm jackets. We felt incredibly pampered. And, yes, we DID need the raincoats and jackets at different points during the tour! I had read a few reviews about the weather and brought sweatpants to throw on under my sundress for the night portion of the tour - this turned out to be a GREAT idea. The sites are honestly magical. It was our first time seeing a black sand beach, wild sea turtles, an active volcano, lava tubes, Pele's hair, cute green geckos, and so many other things that you can only find in Hawaii. Volcanoes National Park is otherworldly in its beauty. Felix even made time to swing by the NP gift shop for us - we had asked at the beginning of the day if it was possible to get our stamp and some stickers. The shop also has really cosy hoodies! Felix is the BEST. There was no eruption during the day while we were in the park, but during dinner we could see her starting to go off on the live webcam from the NPS that the restaurant keeps on the TVs. Felix took us back to multiple viewing sites after dinner and we saw the glow of the lava at night! Beyond amazing. I almost had to be dragged away. Both lunch at the Bay View Coffee Farm and dinner at the Lava Rock Cafe were very good! Quality portions, excellent ambiance. I was also surprised by how much I enjoyed the coffee tasting at the farm. Bakery had some fun treats but was pretty packed. Unfortunately, stargazing was a bit of a dud due to the full moon. Still way more stars than you could see from a city, but not the views of the Milky Way that I was hoping for. Felix showed me pictures from other nights on his phone and, holy cow, totally insane views on a lesser moon kinda night. Overall, completely brilliant tour. I wish I'd had time for one of their combo tours. Maybe next time. HIGHLY recommend!
Felix is very knowledgeable and the tour is a lot of fun! I learned a ton about volcanoes and the history and legends of the island. Definitely worth it! The stargazing was a great way to end the day, and we were well fed all day. He even brought chews to help make sure no one got car sick, and the ride was comfortable and safe. Definitely recommend this one!
Well organized itinerary, very friendly and knowledgeable guide, family friendly, worth it and would recommend!
Aloha! I think our guide would better be described as an artist. From the moment he picked us up until he dropped us off 13 hours later, he created an experience not just a tour. He started with sharing about the districts each of us were staying in, allowing us to each be characters in the adventure he designed. We learned about the eruptions from the past and present, how the people, culture, and roads have been affected, and we tasted and saw so much of the island. He was incredibly timely, allowing for us to hit everything planned, even adding in a second stop at the active volcano because it became more active after we left for dinner. There are so many little things he did throughout the day that added to the fullness of the adventure, I don't want to spoil the surprise by describing them all. But along with the Monday volcano tour, you could also schedule his Wednesday waterfall tour, things to consider... Best guide on the island! Hands down worth the cost!
Our family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed the entire day. Our guide, Todd, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable of all relevant aspects of the island including the geological/volcanic, history, language, agriculture/coffee, and astrology. We had some tough weather in the National Park but Todd helped us get the most out of the day. The stops along the way were enjoyable and well timed. The food was quite good. I would recommend this excursion for anyone interested in a full day of fun, education and experiences.
We had an amazing day on our private tour with Derek; his knowledge and genuine enthusiasm are seemly limitless! It was a very comfortable, safe ride and we packed a lot in! Even though we've been coming to the Big Island for years, we learned and saw things we wouldn't have if not for the tour. We generally don't do touristy things and are not "tour people" but we really enjoyed this experience and highly recommend.
Absolutely amazing you get to see so much of of the island. Learned about the culture, history, and folklore, and nature. Stargazing was amazing! It is definitely a must do!! And our tour guide was so informative, funny and accommodating. Worth every penny. Book in advance for this tour tends to sell out. And if you can request Henry that was our guide he just makes so enjoyable 😉
Felix was an outstanding tour guide—professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thoughtful. He went above and beyond to make this long day tour enjoyable and fun from start to finish. Some examples of his exceptional service: he thoughtfully brought ginger candies to help with motion sickness. During dinner, we noticed flames visible from the crater, and he took the group back out so we could experience this amazing sight. Another highlight was the stargazing session. Felix’s passion and knowledge of the night sky made it truly memorable as he pointed out different constellations and the Milky Way. His enthusiasm, attention to detail, and genuine care for his guests made this long tour memorable. Highly recommended!
We had an amazing day and got to see so many things on the island. Derek is a great tour guide. We loved the coffee farm, the bakery, the black sand beach, and especially the volcano and stargazing. The meals were also very good. I highly recommend this tour!
