Big Island Volcano Adventure from Kona: Small Group

We had a very rainy day, but Scott our tour guide made it a fun day and did the best he could with the weather he was working with. He had umbrellas for all of us, we still could see the lava in the distance even though it was very steamy. The lunch sandwiches were very good and his knowledge and sense of humor made the long car ride very interesting. Would highly recommend this tour.

We booked a private tour. Scott was supposed to pick us up at 9AM at 8:37 AM I received a text that he is going to be late and would get there at 9:20 in order to get his tire patched. Not sure why we were told only approx 20 min before he was supposed to be there. He did get there (later than 9:20) in his dirty van and GPS. We stopped at Tex drive in, he went inside with us and then left to get gas, was gone for quite awhile. He said at the gas station something about the cops having to be called. I could have done without this stop and especially how long we were there for. When I would say something to my husband he would always want to know what we were saying and it made me uncomfortable that after a couple of times we just wouldn’t talk. He was on his phone while driving way more than he should have been and there were a few times his driving scared me tremendously. I really wanted to see the black sand beach and sea turtles but it was going to be a longer drive due to the recent storm so he said “I thought about it and decided not to.” He had some interesting facts but wonder how factual they all were. I asked him him about hospitals on the island and he said there was one and everyone has to go to Oahu. I found this was not true. We got to the waterfall and the person checking us in asked if he was local and he got snippy with her saying he is there almost everyday. In conversation he found out my husband was a veteran and had him get the pass at the National Park, it would have cost $30 of which was in the price we paid. We were fine with the lunch but had to eat it in the car while riding. We got back to town early, after leaving late so the tour was no 9 hours. He was in a hurry to get back to take his girlfriend to dinner. Rent a car, do the easy drive yourself and save a ton of $$$.

Loved this tour! Scott from Volcano Vans was so much fun! Not only super knowledgeable about volcanoes but about the island too. Saw some beautiful sights along the way and had a blast. Highly recommend this tour. Scott Mahalo!

My family really enjoyed the tour with Scott! He was amazing; very knowledgeable in everything we saw, he made plenty of scenic stops and allowed enough time to indulge and take photos. Scott picked us up at our hotel building and kept good communication prior to the day, he provided lunch and snacks, which was nice because he asked what kind of meat we would like on our wraps. We were able to customize our lunch to fit our liking. Scott really engaged with us throughout the tour and refused to let us become bored. It was a small group of us in the volcano van so it felt like a personal experience. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

We had a great time! We traveled back in March for spring break and it was a perfect way to see the entire island in one day! Highly recommend!

We had the best time with Scott and his adorable assistant, his daughter. Encyclopedia Scott is knowledgeable about literally everything….for real - my youngest son quizzed him on a bunch stuff. We had a great time with him as he gave us a tour of the island and shared information along the way. His daughter helped make the tour even more entertaining! I highly recommend him!

Scott was a great guide! So informative and kept the whole trip entertaining. We were lucky enough to see the volcano erupting and he knew all the great spots for amazing photos.

Our guide, Scott, was extremely knowledgeable about the island and its volcanic history. He took us all over the island stopping at historic sites and ending up at Volcano National Park. We loved every place we toured.

Money well spent. Did a shared tour with another couple. Scott is passionate about volcanoes and very knowledgeable. It was a fun, relaxed tour. We learned a lot and had a great time. Would repeat.

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Very small group, 4 people, very knowledgeable guide, loop around the island taking in sites, caldera at Volcano National Park but also flows and explanations of various climates a see diversity of the island.