<h1 style="font-size: 40px;">Hidden Craters Hike</h1>
Venture onto private land behind 3 locked gates to explore the upper slopes of Kona’s very own volcano – Hualalai. This journey provides intimate, unique access to volcanic sites.
Not just anyone gets to explore Hualālai, the active volcano in Kona’s backyard. This is not your basic beach vacation. A ridgeline with near-sheer cliffs on either side. Two-hundred-and-seventy degree views at around 5500 feet. Three-and-a-half miles over rugged terrain with a thousand foot elevation gain and descent in these sacred lands. And all of it on land privately owned by Kamehameha Schools. These chasms of craters, sudden lava tubes, and old-growth forests are a crash course in volcanic activity. It’s only about a half-hour drive from town and up a bumpy road past the top of Kaloko Drive.
Price: $175 Adults &#8211; $150 Children Ages 8 &#8211; 12 | Duration: 5 hours | Rated: Moderate.
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Highlights
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<li>Exclusive access onto Hualalai volcano and into a native forest</li>
<li>Stand on the edge of precipitous volcanic craters that plunge deep into the earth below</li>
<li>Make your way through an intact lava tube unaltered by humans</li>
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Schedule 
Tours depart daily from Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail Headquarters. Around 5 hours round trip. Please contact us for full details.
What&#8217;s Included 
Snacks and beverages.
Gear Provided 
Walking sticks and rain jackets.
What to Bring &amp; Wear 
Sturdy closed-toe shoes or hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, a light sweatshirt or jacket, and a reusable water bottle.
Restrictions 
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain with up to 1,000′ elevation gain &amp; descent. We sometimes encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions. Other tour restrictions may apply.

SO, BUCKLE UP. BECAUSE WE&#8217;RE GOING HIKING.

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<h1>The volcano in our backyard</h1>
Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail started in 1993 with an emphasis on conservation and education. They’ve got island-wide partnerships to get guests into private lands and wildlife refuges. Specialized trips stretch across the geological, ecological, and cultural diversity of Hawaii. The Hidden Craters Hike takes you on a loop through varying landscapes and volcanic formations. It’s about three-and-a-half miles with over a thousand foot elevation gain up – and back down. See three types of craters, a fern-filled forest, and duck into an ancient lava tube. They’ll supply all the gear: reusable water bottles, drinks, day packs, snacks, and walking sticks. Most importantly, they’ve got the keys to get you onto the private land.

It helps to start with silence. Well, not complete silence, anyway. Traveling the upper slopes of Hualālai will put you deep into endemic bird habitat. As soon as you’re out of the van at the trailhead, you can already listen for ʻApapane, ‘Amakihi, and, if you’re lucky, an ‘Iʻiwi piercing through the trees. This is wahi pana, a sacred or legendary place. Pana also translates to heartbeat or pulse. Can you hear it over the calls of the birds?
 These species have been soaring over this island for hundreds of thousands of years. Humans — not so much. Let the birds be your unofficial guides on the private trail through quickly shifting landscapes and geological formations. Cruising through these elevations is an experience not just of height, but also of depth. Now’s your chance to take it all in.

Early Hawaiians came mauka, or inland up the mountains, to gather necessities or engage in ritual and ceremony. Large villages weren’t built here. Climbing up the steep slopes of the mountain to sprawling views below can easily make you feel insignificant. It’s the place for contemplation, renewal, and envy-inducing selfies. And perfect to see the destruction the volcano goddess Pele can wreak on a landscape.
Legend has it that Pele spared the home of a generous villager who shared her meal of roasted breadfruit. Kaʻūpūlehu Crater, or the roasted breadfruit, marks the highest point of this hike. Lava bubbled up then ripped open fissure craters down slope, spewing molten rock to the coast. The fishing village was destroyed. Except for one belonging to a young girl who’d earned Pele’s favor.

IT&#8217;S A PLACE OF PROFOUND CONNECTION, REFLECTION AND RENEWAL.

Volcanic inner workings are a complex mish-mash of molten rock and gasses flowing and erupting in various directions — not to mention the chemical changes that occur with the application of heat and pressure. Volcanologists have parsed Hualālai’s formations to understand and explain how each is created. For the average observer, it can look like a bit of a mess.
As with all Hawaiian volcanoes, Hualālai is a shield volcano. This means the magma — molten rock below the surface — is thin enough to allow gasses to pass through and create the porous rock we see throughout the islands. Carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and other gasses easily escape their molten vehicles even as lava — molten rock above the surface of the earth — hardens. Runny lava also accounts for the shape of these volcanoes. Shield volcanoes look like exactly that. They’re a gently-sloped convex shape reminiscent of a shield resting on the ground.

Geology

Making the trek up the slopes of Hualālai is a journey through diverse climate regions. You leave the dry conditions of coastal Kailua-Kona with its low annual rainfall before climbing past the cloud forest, a belt of subtropical forest that hangs less than halfway up the mountain. If you’re looking for a taste of the tropics just a ten-minute drive from Kailua-Kona, this is where to find it. Go a little bit farther up and it’s not hard to notice the vegetation thinning out as the climate gets dry once more.

Climate

The landscape in the summit area is special. Above 5000 feet in elevation is mostly native forests, meaning it’s filled with species that arrived here naturally with no human intervention. Nowadays, there are some invasives in the mix. Mullein is native to Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. Introduced species such as these can easily push Hawaiian vegetation out of the landscape. With no native predators and no reason to protect themselves, species in Hawaii lost competitive characteristics to ward off invasives like mullein.

A Few Unwanted Visitors

Imagine a paper bag getting filled with water. Its structural integrity dissolves as the seams burst open. But instead of water, it’s lava lifting and surging up through a gaping crevice. Lava pouring through a ridgeline with visible flows gushing toward the Pacific Ocean. Now, you don’t have to imagine. This is one of Hualālai’s fault lines, where molten rock last melted its way down the mountain in 1800 and 1801. Did you forget your morning coffee? No worries. Hiking this ridgeline gives you a better shot of adrenaline than even the strongest Kona brew.

Traveling the Seam of a Volcano

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Old-growth forests can be hard to come by on this young island. Stepping into a grove with lots of Koa trees is even more rare. This protected endemic species only grows in upper elevations with a perfect vortex of conditions: sufficient precipitation, neutral to acidic soil, and, of course, no recent lava flows. Koa also translates to brave, bold, or fearless. ‘Ōhiʻa Lehua are found throughout the islands, often embedded into barren lava fields, latching onto vertical walls, or even next to what were once massive lava lakes — they can close their pores to not absorb toxic gasses. Talk about risky behavior.

Feeling Bold — Walking with the Acacia Koa and ‘Ōhiʻa Lehua

DISCOVER THE UNDERGROUND SCENE.

Underground rivers of molten lava flow during times of active eruptions. Forming when the exposed crust of a flow hardens, insulated lava carves its way into the ground. The eruption subsides and you’re left with an empty tube. Skylights are natural collapses giving glimpses of the lush world above. Let the spelunking begin.

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(325 Reviews) Recommended by 98% of travelers
Ron M 
5/5 
Great Experience &#8211; This hike is legit…..a challenging hike with a really cool pay-off at the top …and gliding thru the lava tube was super cool. Our guide, Eugene and his partner Taro, were really great and allowed for a few stopping points on the way up to allow us to catch our breath. Snacks and drinks at the end were a pleasant surprise. Pack your hiking shoes, bring water and take advantage of the hiking sticks provided, you will need them. Also enjoy the quiet sounds of nature in this holy Hawaiian place!
Becky E 
5/5 
Best hike ever &#8211; This was the best hike /tour we have done so far on our trip to the big island. Mark , our guide was very enthusiastic, informative and knowledgeable about the volcano, plant life and ecology overall. He was just the coolest guide. It was a moderate hike, steep and yet so enjoyable. The views were amazing. Enjoyed the cooler temperatures at the top. We hiked about 6200’ so worth it!
Heather H 
5/5 
Breathtaking views &#8211; Wow- the views along the way were stunning! If you are not a hiker, this trip may be a little bit of a challenge. You do ascend over 1400 ft. Our guide, Mark, was super knowledgeable about the land. He was also good about giving us options based on our group’s abilities. We had an 8 and 10 year old and a person who has never hiked before. The others in our group were awesome pausing for us to catch up and giving us a little rest time. We had such a good time and enjoyed the morning up on the volcano.
JM 
4/5 
Great Hike &#8211; Our guide Mark was great. He was informative, humorous, and reflective. The hike can be challenging in places but the views are worth it. It was a fun and exhausting way to spend the early morning. 10/10 would recommend

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Not just anyone gets to explore Hualālai, the active volcano in Kona’s backyard. This is not your basic beach vacation. A ridgeline with near-sheer cliffs on either side. Two-hundred-and-seventy degree views at around 5500 feet. Three-and-a-half miles over rugged terrain with a thousand foot elevation gain and descent in these sacred lands. And all of it on land privately owned by Kamehameha Schools. These chasms of craters, sudden lava tubes, and old-growth forests are a crash course in volcanic activity. It’s only about a half-hour drive from town and up a bumpy road past the top of Kaloko Drive. So, buckle up. Because we’re going hiking.

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<h1 style="font-size: 45px;">The Science of Sound</h1>
Harmonize your body and mind with a crystal sound bowl and gong bath.
Hawaiʻi Island is for adventurers. You already know this. You’ve hit up remote beaches, climbed over fresh lava flows, and maybe even hiked an active volcano or two. So when you’re ready for something a little different, or those days when your aura could use a glow-up and it’s time to soak in rich soothing tones, weʻve got you covered. Take a Sound Bath Meditation Journey at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Dip into the world of sound and vibration. Because a traveler like you knows how to take care of your body, mind, and spirit.
Price: $40 Minimum age is 8 years old | Duration: around 1 hour | Rated: Easy.
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What is a sound bath, you ask? 
A sound bath is an immersive sound experience that soothes and aligns your energetic and emotional body and mind into balance! This is done by utilizing harmonic sounds and frequencies generated by crystal bowls and other vibrational instruments. Surrounded by the native ʻōhiʻa lehua forest, you will be guided through a relaxing meditation as a group. All you need to do is show up and your guide will provide everything that you need to feel comfortable and relaxed for this rejuvenating sound experience.

&#8220;EVERYTHING IS VIBRATION&#8221;
Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein, one of the fathers of modern physics, said “everything is vibration.” And if mysticism is more your thing, ancient texts tell us the same thing, too. Take Hinduism, where Shiva dances the world into existence with the great Tandava, each foot stomp emanating vibrations. Christian traditions begin with “the word.” For Hawaiians, it’s the Kumulipo, the mele ko&#8217;ihonua, or creation chant. When Queen Liliʻuokalani translated this mele into English, she described it as a prayer of the development of the universe.
Before Christian missionaries came to Hawaiʻi and produced a written form of the language, the culture was passed down orally. Spoken words reverberate differently than written ones. An ancient Hawaiian proverb says I ka ʻolelo ke ola —  in language is the power of life. Language is a vibration that oscillates physical particles in the air. Sound baths allow us to tap into that vibration.

Experiencing a sound bath really is a bit like stepping into a tub, but instead of water, you’re inundated with sound. Now, it's not as if you’re just cranking up the radio — you’re not listening to the latest Top 40 bops during a session. Sound baths don’t use melody or even rhythm in the way we traditionally think about music. 
Ultimately, the goal of a sound bath is to release and relax. Concentrating on the ethereal sounds created by gongs, chimes, and crystal bowls is your reprieve from the monkey mind that is often relentless in its mental gymnastics. Deep rest, the kind offered in a sound bath, can help bring your energetic body into balance. Tell the mind to sit this one out.

Healing With Harmonic Frequencies

&#8220;It’s a meditation with someone else doing all the work. All you need to do is relax on an open air platform in a Hawaiian forest and let that sound wash over you. No towel required. Expect to increase your sense of wellbeing and expand awareness.&#8221;

Rare experiences kind of seem to be the norm here in paradise. A Sound Bath Meditation Journey is no different. First off, it’s taking place in the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. It’s at that sweet spot on Hualālai that ranges from 2500 – 5000 feet in elevation; a 50-mile-long swath about five miles wide. Sometimes you could get water falling down in big fat drops the way you might expect in a tropical place. This is a cloud forest. So during the rainy season we advise guests to bring a rain jacket in case of showers.
The very nature of a cloud forest is self-sustaining. Trees cool their habitat by shading the ground and drawing water up into the canopy. Moist air rising up the mountain cools and turns to clouds. This foggy precipitation maintains the forests that created it. Cloud forests are rare. The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary even more so because it’s a seasonally dry cloud forest. Winters are the dry season on the Kona side of Hawaiʻi. And if you’re visiting during the summer, expect it to be even more misty.

The Perfect Setting for Transformation

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Native trees make up a large swath of the landscape here. ʻŌhiʻa lehua is the most common, making up about 80% of Hawaiʻi’s native forests throughout the islands. You’ll recognize it for its delicate, globe-like flowers that are usually deep crimson. Though in every 10,000 or so a genetic variation can create salmon pink, white, or even yellow lehua blossoms. Part of its scientific name is polymorpha. Many forms.
Pay attention to the ʻōhiʻa lehua in different areas of the island and you’ll see some diversity: straight, tall trunks with somewhat loosely flowing leaves on older parts of the island contrast with shrub-like variations elsewhere. Usually, the leaves are tucked in close to the limbs and branches of the tree to prevent absorbing toxic gasses from active volcanic eruptions. Knowing how to stay alive alongside lava is one of its super powers. Creating the perfect environment for humans to have soothing meditative experiences is definitely another.

Sound Bath Meditation Journeys run multiple times a week at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Book ahead to reserve your spot and arrive 10 minutes before the start time. To get there, take Palani Road from the hotel. Turn up the mountain on Kaloko Drive, which winds upward until Hue Street. Parking is on the street. Walk up to the forest platform. Blankets and cushions will be provided. You're encouraged to bring any items to support your experience like pillows, blankets, eye masks, and a journal for reflection afterward. Wear clothes that will keep you warm and comfortable. Groups are kept small to receive an individualized experience.

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Juliana C 
5/5 
I attended the Sound Bath Mediation Journey at Kona Cloud Sanctuary along with 4 friends. I am generally not great at meditating and was a little concerned about it at first. But had no need to be. The experience was lovely! The meditation is guided and easy to fall into because of the various sounds created by singing bowls, a gong and nature itself. It was a great experience! Would definitely recommend and go back.
Elizabeth F 
5/5 
Healing sound bath in the cleanest air I’ve ever experienced 
The sound bath was a wonderful experience, Brooke did a fantastic job playing for us. She explained everything so well and made it a truly comfortable, very special experience! Thank you!
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<h1>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)</h1>
Can I explore the Sanctuary on my own or do I need a guide?
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<li>We offer guided tours only through the Sanctuary and therefore do not allow anyone to explore the Sanctuary on their own. For safety purposes as well as it creates a much better experience when you learn the story of this privately stewarded land from your tour guide!</li>
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When are your Sound Baths?
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<li>We offer Sound Baths multiple days of the week. Check our Sound Bath schedule for the most up to date availability.</li>
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What do I need to bring for the Sound Bath?
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<li>We provide cushions and blankets. Please feel free to bring your own pillow and blanket as well! We also encourage an eye mask, a journal to reflect on your experience post sound bath journey, crystals, and anything else you’d like to wear to stay warm and comfortable.</li>
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When should I arrive for the Sound Bath?
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<li>We ask that you arrive 10 minutes before the Sound Bath begins. The Sound Bath will begin on time, so it’s important that you arrive early so that you are ready to begin at the start time.</li>
</ul>
Do you have a bathroom?
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<li>Yes, we have a bathroom for use.</li>
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Do you have drinking water and food available?
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<li>We do not have water or food available at this time, please come prepared with what you need.</li>
</ul>
Do you have a trash can?
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<li>We do not have a trash can. Please follow pack in and pack out guidelines. Any trash / wrappers that is brought in by you needs to be brought out by you. When we all do our part we keep the Sanctuary, the forest and the trails clean.</li>
</ul>
What is your cancellation policy?
<ul>
<li>Customers will receive a full refund, credit, or rebooking with up to 48 hours notice of cancellation. There are no refunds or rebooking within 48 hours of your reservation.</li>
<li>No refunds will be issued due to weather unless operations are canceled by the operator.</li>
<li>Customers will receive a full refund, credit, or rebooking in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.</li>
<li>Contact us by phone to cancel, rebook, or inquire about a cancellation.</li>
<li>No refunds will be issued to no-show’s.</li>
</ul>
Where are you located?
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<li>We are located 15 minutes up the mountain from the Kailua-Kona Airport and 20 minutes from Kailua-Kona town.</li>
</ul>

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Embark on a Sound Bath Meditation Journey at Hawai'i's Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Immerse yourself in harmonic frequencies and let nature soothe your body, mind, and spirit.

Sound Bath Meditation Journey - Pacific 19

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<h1 style="font-size: 40px;">Kayaking through paradise</h1>
Morning Magic Kealakekua Bay Kayak &#038; Snorkel Tour.
Murder. Intrigue. Sharks. Kealakekua Bayʻs marine sanctuary has it all. Everything except a road to get there, anyway. Just over a mile-long paddle from the Nāpōʻopoʻo pier gets you to an ancient Hawaiian canoe launch on the north end of Kealakekua Bay where only a few companies have permits to land. It’s one of the best snorkeling spots in the entire state of Hawaii. So forget what they tell you, this is one experience where you’ll want to look down. 
We&#8217;re talking calm, protected waters. Fifteen hundred foot sea cliffs. Underwater visibility of over 100 feet. Can you pronounce the name of the Hawaiian state fish yet? Well, get practicing. You’ll want to know it by name when you say hello to humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa. It lives alongside over 250 other marine species youʻre about to meet.
Price: $199 Adults &#8211; $174 Children 18 and under | Duration: 4.5 hours | Rated: Moderate.
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Join us for an amazing 5 hour kayak and snorkel tour in Kealakekua Bay.
Our certified guides will accompany you on a paddle across the calm waters of Kealakekua Bay while we share the interesting and rich Hawaiian and natural history of the area. We’ll keep an eye out for Nai’a (Hawaiian spinner dolphins) which frequent the area and sometimes put on a show, and whales (in season).
Once across the Bay and along the protected shoreline of Ka’awaloa we snorkel what is considered one of the most pristine reefs in the world and take in the abundant marine life which includes over 200 species of reef fish and sometimes turtles, eels, reef sharks, and rays.
After working up an appetite we’ll treat you to a healthy lunch and refreshments and take some time to visit Captain Cooks monument and recount his experience in Hawaii.
The tour wraps up with a leisurely paddle back across the bay. It is a magical morning and a great experience for ocean lovers of any age.

&#8220;SO FORGET WHAT THEY TELL YOU, THIS IS ONE EXPERIENCE WHERE YOU&#8217;LL WANT TO LOOK DOWN.&#8221;

<h1>Take a Spin Around the Bay</h1>
The water in the bay is relatively shallow along the shore — exactly what draws Hawaiian spinner dolphins during the day. These are a subspecies of Gray’s spinner dolphins and range from about four-and-a-half to six-and-a-half feet long. Theyʻll spend all night hunting underwater to depths up to a thousand feet below sea level. Come daybreak, they&#8217;re ready to rest. Protected waters and a sandy ocean floor along the coast means there’s less chance of a surprise attack from predators, while providing a place for young dolphins to socialize and play.
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They’re called spinner dolphins for a reason. The animals can often be seen launching themselves out of the water and making up to seven full turns before falling back into the ocean. As of late 2021 it’s illegal to get within 50 yards of a dolphin, so swimming with them is a no-go. But don’t stress, sometimes there’s a reef shark or two in the mix to capture that money shot with the GoPro.

If you've spent any time in Kona's surf scene, you've likely met Frank and Brock. They own Kona Boys, which features a surf shop in Kealakekua, a beach shack at the Kailua pier, and guided tours to Kealakekua Bay. Established in 1996, the duo has been at the helm since 2000. Essentially, they represent the ultimate tropical fantasy—forgoing the corporate path you're "supposed" to take to chase their dream in Hawaii. They've turned Kona Boys into a community staple by focusing on supporting and preserving cultural traditions, staying connected to history, and giving back—all while catching as many waves as they can.

Making Hawaii Home

Ke ala ke kua translates to the path of the gods. It may seem like simply a paddler’s paradise, but take a few breaths and look at this landscape. You’re in the widest bay on an island archipelago ringed mostly with jagged lava rock. Yeah, the coast faces mostly west in Kona, but the north end of this bay extends so far out that it faces the rising sun in the east. Direct all-day sun creates the perfect scenario for massive coral growth and gives us water that’s in the top 2% of the planet for visibility. The calm waters draw all sorts of marine life. Each whale season sees at least one humpback giving birth in the bay.
This was the seat of ancient Hawaiian royalty. The remains of Hikiau Heiau, a sacred temple, still sit at the south edge of the bay. Kaʻawaloa, an ancient Hawaiian village, was in the north. Every year, this was the site of massive Makahiki celebrations. When Makaliʻi, or the pleiades, rises in the east when the sun is setting in the west, Makahiki begins. It’s a time to honor Lono, who brings prosperity, and other Hawaiian gods marked with peace, sports, and ceremonies, but this heiau was just as important the rest of the year.

&#8220;THIS WAS THE SEAT OF ANCIENT HAWAIIAN ROYALTY&#8221;

&#8220;WITH ONE OF THE MOST ABUNDANT CORAL REEFS ON THE ISLAND, IT&#8217;S PERFECT FOR SNORKELING&#8221;

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Sheer cliffs are pockmarked with ancient sacrificial burial sites. It was an honor to have someone in the family place the bones of Hawaiian aliʻi or royalty at a burial site, but the price was their life. Commoners would get lowered down the cliff edge, find old lava tubes to lay remains to rest, and then wall up the entrance from the inside. A small exit was their escape, but they didn’t go far, just a fall to their deaths on the rocks below. The entire bay is full of ancient burial sites making it one of the most sacred places on the island.
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Captain James Cook landed here in 1779 in what was the first extensive contact Hawaiians had with white people. It’s also where he met his demise. There are stories of a suspected stolen boat from one of Captain Cook’s fleet. You read that he was salty after being denied a trade of wood bordering a sacred burial ground. He took the high chief Kalaniʻōpuʻu hostage, a strategy that had worked for him in past voyages around the world. This time it didn’t turn out as he’d planned. Was a musket fired? Did a perfectly-aimed rock hit Captain Cook square in the head? Will we ever truly know every last detail? What we do know is that he was killed on the shore. The white obelisk stands near the spot where he died.

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Check in at the Kona Boys shop on Hawaii Belt Road in Kealakekua where you’ll get oriented and fitted for gear. Grab a coffee on the way to Nāpōʻopoʻo Pier and soon you’ll be in the water. You’ll paddle the mile or so across the bay with a stop to watch for dolphins and, from November to March, humpback whales. Kona Boys is one of three companies with permits to operate kayaks and can land vessels on the shores at Kaʻawaloa. Now it’s snorkel time. You’re in the right place if you want to see where the octopus and reef sharks hang out. Your guides know all the nooks and crannies where they hide. Talk story as you nourish yourself with a locally catered lunch, then paddle back across the bay to your car. Gear rentals are for 24 hours, so head down to Honaunau Bay next and keep that snorkel momentum going. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, water shoes, and rash guards if you have them. You can stash valuables with your guide — no need to donate your car keys to the fishies.

Find Your Morning Magic

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Kendi H 
5/5 
Our trip was so much more than terrific! Evan took such good care of us! The sites were amazing. Several dolphin families /pods to watch from afar and babies spinning and playing. Lots of colorful fish, anemones and even a starfish! Not too many people&#8230; Evan was so much fun to be with! He told us &#8220;all the things&#8221; associated with the Captain Cook area, history and surroundings, but also truly cares about the wildlife and the environment&#8230;he keeps the rules to protect the dolphins, the people, and the beautiful Kaleakakua Bay!! 
The included lunch was so yummy! (thanks Coffee Shack!) 
We will definitely work with Kona boys again&#8230; Very laid back, happy to serve and super professional! Thank you, Evan, for a fantastic experience!!
Margaret J 
5/5 
We did their morning kayak tour across the bay to the monument for snorkeling. The clarity of the water was truly awesome as were the corals and marine life inhabiting it. The paddle was fun, our guide, Bam, was also awesome and did a terrific job of providing historical background as well as important reminders to protect the area and it’s marine fauna and flora. We were provided a delicious lunch (yes, the best vegetarian sandwich I’ve had in a long time!) from a local cafe after ample time to explore the astounding underwater environment. They are a small, local company that most importantly promotes sustainability and ecological practices. 
This was our 2nd time over the years using their services and their standards remain top notch!
Pauline H 
5/5 
What a fantastic tour. The office/storefront was super helpful getting us going. We met our guide Ray at the water and we were off. 
Ray was very knowledgeable of the area and the history of the area. We felt vary assured with his instruction and we had a great day. Our lunch providided by Kaya coffee was fantastic. 
I had a very memorable morning
Meredith T 
4/5 
Our guides Jeff and Craig were highly skilled, patient and worked like pack horses getting our group of 5 kayaks with various skill levels across a choppy bay. Snorkeling was amazing. Go on the early morning tour to avoid the tour ships dropping people off to snorkel. Got crowded once they arrived. We worked hard but had an amazing experience we will never forget!
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Experience Kealakekua Bay, a Hawaiian paradise rich with marine life, history, and adventure. Kayak with Kona Boys, snorkel among stunning corals, and discover ancient sacred sites. Unforgettable experiences await!

Kayak and Snorkel in Kealakekua Bay - Pacific 19

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<h1 style="font-size: 45px;">Kohala Waterfalls</h1>
Experience the exclusive waterfalls, quiet streams, dramatic coastlines, and rugged terrain of North Kohala. Your adventure kicks off with a direct off-road drive to our unique hiking start point.
Venturing into Kohala is your best bet to experience Hawaiʻi’s extremes. Perfect sunny skies and white sandy beaches up the dry desert coast, and lush tropical paradise around the north eastern edge of the island. Come to Kohala for the history; it’s the oldest of the five volcanoes on the island where ancient Hawaiians perfected the agricultural practices that sustained them. Come to Kohala for the views; the valleys carved out of this basalt lava rock make for some dramatic cliff shots. But most of all, come for the private trails made just for you and exclusive access to splash under refreshing Hawaiian waterfalls.
Price: $215 Adults &#8211; $190 Children under 12 | Duration: 6 to 7 hours | Rated: Easy.
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Highlights
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<li>Ramble off-road to an exclusive trailhead</li>
<li>Take a relaxed, guided walk through a private nature reserve</li>
<li>Cool off with a swim under one of several cascading waterfalls</li>
<li>Walk through a restored ancient Hawaiian agricultural site</li>
<li>Enjoy a private picnic lunch with views of soaring seacliffs and remote valleys, at one of the island’s best scenic lookouts.</li>
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Schedule 
Daily tour departs from Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail Headquarters, Waikoloa Queen’s Marketplace, Shops at Mauna Lani, and Kohala Zipline Headquarters. Tour time is about 8 hours round trip
What&#8217;s Included 
Deli-style lunch with assorted beverages. Sunscreen and bug spray are also available upon request.
Gear Provided 
Towels, walking sticks, and rain jackets.
What to Bring &amp; Wear 
Comfortable walking shoes or reef walkers, a bathing suit, hat, sunscreen, a light jacket or sweatshirt, and a reusable water bottle.
Restrictions 
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. We sometimes encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions. Other tour restrictions may apply.

LUSH TROPICAL PARADISE AROUND THE NORTH EASTERN EDGE OF THE ISLAND.

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<h1>Home of King Kamehameha | Unifier of the Islands</h1>
Youʻve probably seen the name already: Kamehameha. Heʻs the man responsible for creating the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. Born of royal descent in Kohala in 1758 under a stormy sky and while Halleyʻs Comet flew by — omens that a great leader had shown up.
Kamehamehaʻs uncle, Kalaniʻopuʻu, was in charge of the island of Hawaiʻi. So, after his death in 1782, ruling power was passed down the line to Kamehmehaʻs cousin, Kiwalaʻo. But Kamehameha wasnʻt completely left out of the spoils. He was told to look after the war god Kūkāʻilimoku, one of the four main gods in the Hawaiian religion. This cemented Kamehamehaʻs future as a great warrior and laid the path for unification.
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Westerners first started coming to these islands extensively in 1778. They brought a lot of things in those early years: goats, diseases, new species of vegetation. But what Kamehameha was most interested in were their weapons. He befriended George Vancouver, who made multiple trips to the islands, and was also able to commandeer a ship with its weaponry. With these muskets and cannons — and the knowledge of how to use them from his new buddy — Kamehameha was able to dominate the other islands and eventually unite them all under his rule in 1810.

KING KAMEHAMEHA HIMSELF SPENT HIS LATER YEARS GARDENING IN KOHALA.

On the drive up Akoni Pule Highway in Kapaʻau, you'll notice a statue of the King himself. This was the original statue commissioned in the late 1800s, cast in France, and shipped to Hawaiʻi. Except the boat caught on fire on the way over. For about two years the statue was at the bottom of the ocean until it was recovered, recast, and installed in Kamehamehaʻs hometown in 1883. A replacement statue had long been remade and shipped to Honolulu. Thomas Ridgeway Gould, an American living in Italy designed the bronze casting. Check out its Romanesque sandals: an homage to Classical Roman pieces? Or a cultural disconnect with a designer who just couldnʻt fathom the custom of a great King going barefoot?

<h1>Ola I Ka Wai | Water is Life</h1>
The district of Kohala on the northern tip of Hawaiʻi Island has a dense history of agricultural activity. Even the Hawaiian creation chant tells us this is where Wākea and Hoʻohōkūkalani buried their first-born son. Up sprouted taro or kalo, which became the brother of the Hawaiian peoples. Ancient Hawaiians built complex loʻi, or terraces, along natural streams for growing the staple crop. Advanced farming techniques were key in supplying the needs of an entire island population. Many of the practices have been lost over time, unknowingly bulldozed or overgrown and left unrecognizable.
Land in ancient Hawaiʻi was divided into ahupuaʻa, long thin strips going from mauka to makai — from the inland mountains to the ocean — with boundaries generally matching the lines of a watershed. Water collects in vegetation-rich higher elevations of the wao akua, the realm of the gods, and funnels downhill. Water, wai, is sacred in Hawaiʻi. Those dependent on the land viscerally recognized that water is life.
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Communities that grew kalo had a vested interest in maintaining the cleanliness of the waters used to irrigate their terraces. This was also the source of their water for day-to-day cooking and drinking. Water used for loʻi was taken in gratitude and reverence, water returned to the stream was done with respect.
This adventure will take you through a gulch where water once flowed. Hawaiian families, bare feet sinking into the mud, would tend their loʻi patches to grow enough kalo for themselves and extra to trade with other families in their ahupuaʻa. Wild pigs were hunted up the mountains, crops were grown in gulches, and seafood was harvested along the coast. The thread running through these lands was water.

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King Kamehameha himself spent his later years gardening in Kohala, the landscape of his youth. He used a section of a diverted stream to water his own kalo patches. Stories conflict over when exactly the Waiʻāpuka Tunnel was built, an engineered canal siphoning off a section of the Waikama River, but Kamehameha was able to water his loʻi through its flow. Nineteen vertical columns were dug through lava rock about twenty feet deep and four feet wide to the level of a stream. They were then connected to allow water to flow through in an elaborate system fit for a king.

Hawaii Forest & Trail started in 1993 with an emphasis on conservation and education. They’ve got island-wide partnerships to get guests into private lands and wildlife refuges. Specialized trips stretch across the geological, ecological, and cultural diversity of Hawaii. The Kohala Waterfalls Adventure takes you to private land exclusively available to Hawaii Forest & Trail guests. Meet up at their headquarters about 10 minutes from the hotel. The whole day will be under seven hours. Youʻll hike about a mile loop through an ancient Hawaiian kalo patch and alongside natural waterfalls. Make sure you brought your swimming suit, because you wonʻt want to miss a refreshing swim in the cool Hawaiian waters. They’ll supply all the gear: reusable water bottles, drinks, day packs, lunch, snacks, and walking sticks. Most importantly, they’ve got the keys to get you onto the private land.

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MOST IMPORTANTLY, THEY&#8217;VE GOT THE KEYS TO GET YOU ONTE THE PRIVATE LAND.

REVIEWS
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★★★★★ 
(204 Reviews) Recommended by 98% of travelers
Robert P 
5/5 
Wilderness adventure &#8211; Amazing tour guide. Fun experience. Great day with family. Fun hike, waterfalls awesome, learned a great deal of history.
Kim S 
5/5 
Breathtaking Picnic View &#8211; Garry made this hike and waterfall tour worth the money. He was an excellent driver and narrator, wanting to make sure no question went unanswered. While the hike wasn’t very long, the waterfall swim was unique (and cold). The picnic lunch was perfect and the view was amazing and jaw dropping. Thank you Hawaii Forest and Trails for a fun adventure.
Brook J 
5/5 
Bucket list experience! &#8211; This tour was really cool. The falls were beautiful, the little hike was fun, and the view from our lunch spot was breathtaking. What really made the tour stand out for me though was our tour guide, Mark. You could tell he was a born “people person”. He knew exactly what to say to everyone at exactly the right time. He took care of our safety, made us all feel included, and seemed to genuinely care that we were having a good time. He had this hunger for knowledge and a beautiful appreciation for life and for all that it offers, that was really contagious. I don’t think I’ve ever been so impacted by another human being in such a short amount of time. He taught me many things on this tour, about the island and about life, that I will never forget.
ljturtle 
3/5 
Nice Hike &#8211; Our guide, Mark, was GREAT, and the hike was nice, but the falls were a little disappointing. The best part of the tour was the magnificent overlook location where we had our lunch.

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Experience the beauty and history of Kohala on Hawaii Island through private trails, refreshing waterfalls, and the legacy of King Kamehameha. From ancient agricultural practices to exclusive access to natural wonders, the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure offers a unique journey through the oldest of Hawaii's five volcanoes.

Kohala Waterfalls Hike and Swim - Pacific 19

<h1 style="display: block; font-size: 33px; margin: 0; padding: 0; line-height: 1.1;">Go Sailing on the Deep Blue Sea</h1>
<h2 style="display: block; font-size: 20px; margin: 0; padding: 0; line-height: 1.1; letter-spacing: 1px;">No fossil fuels. Just you and nature.</h2>
Salty Adventures on the Kohala Coast!
Take a sailing tour through the marine sanctuary in the Kohala region of the Big Island — and feel good about it, too. Kohala Blue Sail Hawaii operates the first and only renewably powered electric charter vessel in the entire island chain. The Dolce Vita is a fully electric 34&#8242; catamaran that charges from solar, wind and propeller regeneration and for safety they carry a diesel generator that runs with biofuel (though it is seldom used). This means no oil and gas emissions into the water, no noxious fumes, no reliance on fossil fuels and best of all, it&#8217;s virtually silent.A day on the water just hits differently when all you hear are waves lapping the on the hulls as dolphins and whales glide past your vessel.
Price Shared: $235 per person | Price Private: Starting from $1295 | Duration: 3 hours | Rated: Easy.
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About the Tour 
Three tours are offered daily; Morning adventures begin when the water is usually calm and glassy, great for snorkeling and welcoming the day. Midday charters are also great snorkeling as the sun shines straight into the water, showcasing the region&#8217;s enchantingly unique shade of oceanic Kohala blue. This is also when a breeze can pick up for some incredible sailing action. There is no better way to end the day than adrift on a silent catamaran, watching the sun set on an epic panorama of 5 Hawaiian volcanoes, and you may even witness the phenomenal Kona Green Flash aboard their sunset cruise. But honestly? Whenever you hop on this electric sailing catamaran off the coast of Hawai&#8217;i Island, you know it&#8217;s good times ahead.

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<h1 style="display: block; font-size: 33px; margin: 0; padding: 0; line-height: 1.1;">Glide Over Protected Waters</h1>
<h2 style="display: block; font-size: 20px; margin: 0; padding: 0; line-height: 1.1; letter-spacing: 1px;">Nab a front row seat to whale watching.</h2>
A trip with ecotourism company Kohala Blue Sail Hawaii gets you out on the open ocean for snorkeling, fishing, playing in the water, and just plain fun. Diesel engines on most sailboats are loud and stinky. Rather than the wind rushing through halyards and lines, you’re hearing the roar of an engine and breathing its fumes. Not so with Kohala Blue — their boat is virtually silent as well as renewable, it&#8217;s just the elements and you!

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You’re also traveling through the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, a nationally-designated whale habitat since 1992. Between November and April every year, about half of the humpback whales in the north Pacific migrate from Alaska to Hawaiʻi to give birth, nurse, and breed through these waters. Historic lava flows extend far into the ocean creating a shallow refuge for the thousands of whales that make the 3000 mile journey. Want to hear those whale songs up close? During the season, the crew will drop a hydrophone into the water so you can listen in real time to  the conversation between kohola— the Hawaiian word for whale.
Departing from Kawaihae Harbor has several advantages. Not only do you begin your adventure within the sanctuary itself, but this smaller harbor with fewer boats means far less congestion on the water than areas farther south. Some days youʻll luck out and be the only boat out on the water for miles around.
<h1>What You Might See</h1>
Whales aren’t the only species that come out to play in the shallow waters. Even in the summer months, you’re bound to come face-to-face with exotic sea creatures. Hawaiian spinner dolphins use the water as their playground. They range from about four-and-a-half to six-and-a-half feet long and spend all night hunting underwater to depths up to a thousand feet below sea level. Come daybreak, they’re often ready to rest in the shallow coastal waters where there’s less chance of a surprise attack from predators, while providing a place for young dolphins to socialize and play. They’re called spinner dolphins for a reason. These playful mammals can often be seen launching themselves out of the water and making up to seven full turns before falling back into the ocean.

WHAT YOU&#8217;LL NOTICE MOST IS THE PEACE.

The sanctuary is also home to over 1250 unique species of fish, octopus, urchins, manta rays,eels and more, some of which are found only in these waters. Dive on in with a snorkel set, or stay dry and watch from the deck of your environmentally-friendly chariot. Electric propulsion means no pollution or sonic disturbance into the marine ecosystem, leaving far less of an impact on the habitat of your new watery friends.

If you’re lucky, you might see one of the most critically endangered animals in the United States. Hawaiian monk seals are endemic to the ocean around the state of Hawaiʻi, meaning they’re only found in the Pacific, scattered throughout the Hawaiian-Emperor seamount chain. With only about 1500 individuals in the wild they’re rare, but numbers in these protected waters are increasing.

<h1>History of the Company | Living a Sweet Life on the Dolce Vita</h1>
In early 2022 the original diesel-based drivetrain of the Dolce Vita suffered catastrophic failures and presented Kohala Blue with the opportunity to completely re-power the vessel. Looking  forward to the health of the planet, and of the marine environment and its inhabitants, the choice to go electric was clear. The project was ambitious and challenging but the results are undeniably incredible. Since December 2022, the catamaran has been propelled with two electric motors charged by completely off-grid and renewable energy. This is the most environmentally-friendly tour boat in Hawaiian waters and what you’ll notice most is the peace. Silent electric propulsion equals a serene day on the water.
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<h1 class="p1">Logistics of the Tour</h1>
Kawaihae Harbor is about a 45-minute scenic ride from Pacific 19, straight up the coast. Complete your online waiver beforehand and arrive 10 minutes early for a seamless start. As you approach the harbor on Highway 270, take the first left into Kawaihae South Harbor, Gate 1, and then another quick left into Gate 13. Follow the road around past the boats and park near the boat ramp where the Dolce Vita and her crew will be waiting for you.

DIESEL ENGINES ON MOST SAILBOATS TEND TO ALTER THE EXPERIENCE.

Tours include the best of what you’d expect from a Hawaiian sailing experience. There’s plenty of space aboard to stretch out and enjoy the ride. The boat has many indoor and outdoor seating options and is navigable for all ages with a wide viewing and lounging platform and also plenty of shade. Drinks, snacks, and reef-safe sunscreen are provided, as well as space in the fridge for any picnic items, beverages or libations you’d like to bring. They’ve also got all the gear. You can fish, try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding, and of course snorkel with hundreds of species of tropical fish. Humpback whale season goes from November to April, peaking mid-December through mid-February, so if you’re here from autumn to spring, you will very likely see some of the thousands of whales that will be migrating through these waters. Choose a sailing excursion at different times throughout the day in quiet comfort with Kohala Blue Sail Hawaiʻi.

Now, the fun begins.

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★★★★★ 
(9 Reviews)
Calley ONeill 
5/5 
Wow! May family just came from a silent solar sail on Kohala Blue&#8217;s Dolce Vita! This is what every boat needs to be and soon. A gorgeous boat, and what could be better docked in a place with 360 days of sun&#8230;a star powered boat ..first in the islands. Such a generous amount of time to bout with Captain jDamon along with Shaun and Suelang.as crew and Mermaids. The best of the best on every level! They even have two beautiful windmills on the boat! I cannot say enough about this boat, the crew, and our peaceful experience in harmony with nature. BRAVO!!!!
Marc B 
5/5 
To experience the Kohala coast under the power of sun and sail is truly a unique and fulfilling experience. Sean, Captain Damon, and Sedric gave us an experience we will never forget. The craft was shipshape, with all the comforts (including a head), and the quiet propulsion made us one with the ocean and it’s creatures (Whales, Whoa!)
Nomad424072 
5/5 
Highly recommend this sailboat catamaran to explore and Kawaihai harbor is very conveniently located. The Dolce Vita is a comfortable boat with shade or sun, restroom, table, coolers, and easy access to the water for snorkeling. Seeing the whales were amazing but even if we hadn&#8217;t, I&#8217;d 100% recommend this boat and crew. Amazing experience all around.
Tom B 
5/5 
Capt. Steve thanks again for sharing your passion and love for whales. Capt. Steve is quite knowledgeable about Humpback whales and is quite willing to share his knowledge. No scripted speeches but personal and factual information given in a relaxed environment based on his personal experiences. Yes, we did see some whales, but unfortunately no real closeups. Nevertheless, the experience aboard the Riva is still one of our hallmarks of this vacation. Limited seating 6 guests sit where you want and take in the beautiful coastline while scanning for whales. Snacks are provided and even beer! Maholo Steve we wish you the best.

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Experience the beauty of Hawaii's marine life on a 100% renewable energy sailboat with Kohala Blue Sail Hawaii. Glide through protected waters, enjoy front-row seats to whale watching, and more. Book your eco-friendly sailing adventure now!

Kohala Sailing and Snorkel Trip - Pacific 19

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<h1 style="font-size: 33px;">Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park</h1>
Creation in Destruction
Volcano Unveiled
Hawaiʻi Island is all about volcanoes. The youngest of the island chain, eruptions occur here with a frequency like it’s got something to prove. Layers of lava stretch over moonscapes, collect in calderas, and put on an awesome show. So, grab your front row seat. You&#8217;ll pass through hundreds of miles of history over seven climate zones to an in-depth adventure in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with exclusive access to a lava tube on private land. Best of all, let somebody else take care of packing all the snacks.
Price: $265 Adults &#8211; $240 Children 8 to 12 | Duration: 12 hours | Rated: Moderate/Hard.
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Highlights
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<li>Visit must-see spots within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home of Pelehonuamea, the Hawaiian deity of volcanoes, as your interpretive guide illuminates historical events that have changed the landscape of the Park forever.</li>
<li>Your certified Park guide will share with you the geology and natural and cultural history that makes Hawaii Volcanoes National Park one of the most fascinating places on earth for residents, scientists, and visitors alike</li>
<li>Venture down Chain of Craters Road through rainforests, lava flows, and cinder fields</li>
<li>Get up close and personal with volcanic formations such as lava tubes, steam vents &amp; craters</li>
<li>Visit a large private lava tube, or cave, known for its 30+ foot tall ceiling and bright multi-colored microbial mats living on the cave walls. This lava tube is only accessible to guests of Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail.</li>
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Schedule 
Trips depart daily from Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail Kona Headquarters, Waikoloa Queen&#8217;s Market Place, The Shops at Mauna Lani, Waikoloa Plaza, and Kea&#8217;au. Tour time is approximately 12 hours round trip from Kona, 11 hours from Waikoloa, and 7-8 hours from the Kea&#8217;au pick-up location.
What&#8217;s Included 
Guests are served a deli-style picnic lunch and a warm picnic dinner with snacks and beverages available throughout the day. National Park entrance fees and private cave access fees are also included.
Gear Provided 
Walking sticks, flashlights, daypacks, raingear, bug repellant, &amp; sunscreen.
What to Bring &amp; Wear 
Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, reusable water bottle, long pants, light jacket, or sweatshirt.
Restrictions 
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. We sometimes encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions. Please note the access road to our private lava tube does contain some unpaved and bumpy sections. Due to these road conditions this tour may not be suitable for those guests who are prone to motion sickness. Other tour restrictions may apply. Ages 8+

PELE LIVES IN HALEMA&#8217;UMA&#8217;U, THE DEEPEST CRATER AT THE SUMMIT OF KĪLAUEA.

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<h1>Pele | The Fire Volcano Goddess</h1>
Pele is unpredictable, temperamental, and powerful. She is red-hot molten rock. She can transform herself into a beautiful young woman or a wise old woman. Pele is a creative and destructive goddess. She formed the Hawaiian Islands with Pāoa, her sacred stick, given to her by a protective uncle who helped her understand and direct her power.
Pele lives in Halemaʻumaʻu, the deepest crater at the summit of Kīlauea, which is the youngest of the five volcanoes on the island. It first formed on the ocean’s floor around 280,000 years ago and has a summit of over 4000 feet at the highest edge of its caldera. That’s the big bowl at the top of the mountain about three miles long and two miles wide. Lava drains from the summit causing the land to collapse and form cliffs stepping down to Halemaʻumaʻu.

IF A VOLCANO IN HAWAI’I IS ERUPTING, YOU HOP IN A VAN 
AND HEAD OUT TO WATCH.

When it comes to volcanoes, prevailing wisdom says to evacuate at the first signs of trouble. Ignore that. If Kīlauea, the world’s most active volcanic mass, happens to be erupting. Then definitely ignore that. Stratovolcanoes, with their thick magma and unpredictable summit eruptions of the Mount St. Helens variety definitely warrant a level of wariness. But Hawaiʻi is made of shield volcanoes. Thin basaltic magma allows volcanic gasses to pass through unimpeded and lava to ooze. If a volcano in Hawaiʻi is erupting, you hop in a van and head out to watch.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has both the world’s largest volcano, Mauna Loa, and Kīlauea, the world’s most active. It’s a sea to summit park, going from the coast up the slopes to the summits of both of these volcanoes. That’s over 500 square miles, only about 75 square miles smaller than the island of Oʻahu. There’s a lot of ground to cover.

Kīlauea | The Most Active Volcano on the Planet

On a sunny day, the summit area of Kīlauea looks like it’s covered in spider webs. You’ll see fine fibers reflecting in the light and glimmering on the landscape. What you’re actually seeing are long strands of silica formed when a gas bubble burst at the surface of an eruption. Peleʻs hair can stretch out up to several feet long and about ten times thinner than an eyelash.

Pele’s Hair

When lava fissures spew molten rock, it hardens in the air and falls as tephra. Some of this pyroclastic material forms Peleʻs tears: smooth, teardrop-shaped drops of hardened lava. Peleʻs tears and hair are generally formed together and separate during the process depending on how fast the lava droplets are ejected into the atmosphere.

Pele’s Tears

Wahinekapu, or the steaming bluff, is where steam rises up from cracks in the ground near the summit of Kīlauea. It's also a great spot for a facial. Precipitation trickles down through the porous ground and hits rocks heated by magma from below. Steam rises up through stable cracks, formed in the rift zone near the summit of Kīlauea.

Steam Vents

<h1>Kauhi Cave | Life in a Lava Tube</h1>
Cut a cross section of this island and youʻd have a volcanic version of swiss cheese — holes through each layer of lava as this island formed. Lava tubes are everywhere on this island. Formed when the exposed surface of an above-ground flow hardens, insulated lava eventually carves its way down into the ground. The eruption subsides and you’re left with an empty tube.
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The twists and turns of a lava tube reveal nāhuku hanging from the ceiling. Astute observers might think they&#8217;re normal stalactites, formed with every drip of water as minerals accumulate. Thatʻs not the case in a lava tube. Literally translated as the protuberances, these lava icicles dripped down when molten lava was flowing through the cave and melted the ceiling.
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Some lava tubes in Hawaiʻi host rare bacteria. Scientists are still discovering different species of these simple organisms and learning how they work together to sustain life in pitch-black caves. Waste products of the microbial matting is visible on the cave walls.

THE TWISTS AND TURNS OF A LAVA TUBE REVEAL NĀHUKU HANGING FROM THE CEILING.

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<h1>Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail | Your Guide to Big Adventure</h1>
Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail started in 1993 with an emphasis on conservation and education. They’ve got island-wide partnerships to get guests into private lands and wildlife refuges. Specialized trips stretch across the geological, ecological, and cultural diversity of Hawaii.
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The Volcano Unveiled adventure with Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail will change slightly depending if Kīlauea is actively erupting or not. If it isn’t, don’t fret. There’s tons to do and see in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, and your guide will know all the spots. Plus, that private lava tube in Puna is one of the best on the island — and not something most people get to explore.
Meet up at the Hawaii Forest &amp; Trail headquarters, about a 10 minute drive from the hotel on Queen Kaʻahumau Highway. This is a full day adventure: about 12 hours round trip, but donʻt worry, it includes all the gear you’ll need for anything the island throws at you. They’ll supply reusable water bottles, drinks, day packs, meals, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, walking sticks, and on-the-ground knowledge of the formations and characteristics of these volcanoes.
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Stephaniegeeze 
5/5 
Our guide Guinevere made the tour an incredible experience. She was knowledgeable about everything we went to, and everything we drove by. 
The company has their own lava tube we got to explore, which was a very cool, unique experience. Walking around the lava remnants was like walking on the moon, probably as close as you can get on earth. Rain coats and walking sticks were available, as well as water and snacks. A simple picnic lunch and dinner were included. We initially planned to drive ourselves to the park, but I&#8217;m so glad we went with a guided tour. We wouldn&#8217;t have seen 90% of what we did, or learned so much about volcanoes and the area. Definitely a must do.
David C 
5/5 
It was a great experience! Eugene was our tour guide and he took excellent care of us. We got to go in a lava tube owned by this company so not filled with tourists. He gave us alot of information about volcanoes and showed us the highlights of the park. We would have been wandering around and not knowing what to look at. The tour included lunch and dinner which were delicious. Our evening meal was by the coast in a beautiful spot with amazing views. Unfortunately our bus broke down, but a new one was on it&#8217;s way soon, and Eugene even had hot cocoa for us as we waited. Highly recommend!
Ronald K 
5/5 
The trip was wonderful.The guide was very knowledgeable and very professionally organised.We went to a lava tube and Volcano national park where we viewed the volcano during the daytime and after sunset.The eruption is even more spectacular after dark.Small group.Highly recommend.
Pius Bernet 
5/5 
Tracy, our guide, impressed by her volcanic knowledge and her own experiences with the volcane outbreaks. She opend our eyes for things hasty tourists wouldn&#8217;t see. We therefore returned the next day on our own to the park to see more and to hike the Kilauea Iki trail. A once a lifetime experience!
Lise A 
4/5 
It was awesome with a lot of good views. John was amazing. As a Norwegian I just wish it was more hiking and less driving. But learned a lot on this tour. And wish we could get closer to the lava.
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Experience the power and beauty of Hawaiʻi Island's volcanoes with an unforgettable adventure in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Witness the stunning eruptions of Kīlauea, learn about the goddess Pele, and discover the fascinating geological formations like Pele's hair and tears. With exclusive access to private lava tubes and expert guidance, experience the creation in destruction that shaped these extraordinary islands.

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<h1 style="font-size: 40px;">Connecting to the Trees</h1>
Our mission is to inspire connection, awareness, preservation and restoration of forest ecosystems!
Stepping into the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is a transformational experience. It’s not just the varieties of trees, intentionally planted to reclaim this unique climate zone, it’s a quality in the air. It’s an invitation into presence. You’ve heard of forest bathing, that Japanese term pinpointing the healing properties of spending time in a forest, well, spend some time in the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary to learn about this unique climate zone, connect with nature, and leave a renewed version of yourself. No prune fingers required.
Price: $149 Adults &#8211; $139 Seniors 65+ &#8211; $139 Military &#8211; $79 Students 12-18 with ID &#8211; $49 Children 5-11 &#8211; $79 Kamaʻāina Hawaiʻi residents with ID | Duration: 2.5 hours | Rated: Easy.
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Highlights
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<li>The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is our ohana&#8217;s passion project! This Sanctuary has been family forested and stewarded since 1982!</li>
<li>Connect with the forest and understand the benefits of living forest friendly!</li>
<li>Immerse yourselves in this vibrant and unique Hawaiian tropical montane cloud forest!</li>
<li>Explore the extended montane jungle trail with additional plant diversity and beauty!</li>
<li>Discover trees, ferns, bamboo, flowers, and wildlife that you have never seen before!</li>
<li>Our trails are all natural terrain of lava rock and roots. Walking distance covered is 1-2 miles, with approximately 100 feet of elevation change.</li>
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This tour is for you if:
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<li>You love plants and forests and are ready to become an expert naturalist!</li>
<li>You are eager to explore and learn about the only cloud forest in the United States!</li>
<li>You want the full immersive Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary experience, including the Pan-Tropical Forest and the Montane-Tropical Forest trails.</li>
<li>You are ready to ascend to the higher elevation parts of the Sanctuary that no other tour visits!</li>
<li>You love birds and want to see and hear the native Hawaiian honeycreepers!</li>
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THE VERY NATURE OF A CLOUD FOREST IS SELF-SUSTAINING.

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Kona is known for its dry weather. As a desert-like district on the leeward side of the island, it’s opposite the prevailing trade winds that hit the northeast coast. Loads of moisture is dropped as air climbs up into cooler elevations. Once that wind crosses the summit and moves down, the air warms up, expands, and clouds dissipate. It’s the orographic rain shadow effect. Kona doesnʻt get much precipitation down by the coast, but drive 20 minutes up Kaloko Drive and it’s a different story.

The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary isn’t a typical rainforest, but that doesn't mean it's dry. While the area is characterized by misty, cloudy days, it does experience rainfall, especially during the rainy season. When the clouds are heavy enough, visitors may encounter a heavy downpour. It’s a cloud forest located at that sweet spot on Hualālai, ranging from 2500 – 5000 feet in elevation; a 50-mile-long swath about five miles wide. Given the possibility of showers, we always recommend guests to bring a rain jacket for their visit.
The very nature of a cloud forest is self-sustaining. Trees cool their habitat by shading the ground and drawing water up into the canopy. Moist air rising up the mountain cools and turns to clouds. This foggy precipitation maintains the forests that created it. Cloud forests are rare. The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary even more so because it’s a seasonally dry cloud forest. Winters are the dry season on the Kona side of Hawaiʻi. And if you’re visiting during the summer, expect it to be even more misty.

The Creation of Clouds

<h1>From Lava to Forest to Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary</h1>
The Sanctuary itself has fiery beginnings, located on the slopes of Hualālai, the volcano that frames the district of Kona. It exists on different lava flows dating back to around the years 1400, 1600, and the most recent in 1801. Generations of trees and shrubs decomposed to form the thin layer of soil supporting the current forest. The history of cattle grazing on these lands dates back to the early 1800s and continued until the mid-1900s, a practice that significantly impacted the centuries-old forests. These lands were once part of the vast Huʻehuʻe Ranch, which originally encompassed about 80,000 acres on the West side of Hawaii Island. By the 1980s, when the land was acquired by the Bezona family, it was a remnant of this deforested ranch, having experienced a gap of approximately two decades from the end of ranching activities to the beginning of the reforestation project, which started about 40 years ago.

Norman Bezona, a professor emeritus at the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, purchased 20 acres of land in 1982, embarking on a mission to demonstrate the potential of reforesting within a single lifetime. More than just a landowner, Bezona, a horticulture expert and naturalist, transformed this area into a &#8216;living classroom.&#8217; His dedication was not about conducting scientific experiments but about using the land to educate students and the community on reforestation, the natural ecosystem, and forest stewardship. The Sanctuary, which now encompasses 70 acres on Hao Street, stands as a testament to this privately funded successful reforestation effort. Part of those original 20 acres are open for guests to experience on guided tours, offering a unique opportunity for plant enthusiasts, nature lovers, and learners to immerse themselves in the knowledge about this sacred watershed and the distinctive cloud forest ecosystem.
Continuing his legacy, Norman Bezona entrusted the stewardship of the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary to his daughter Diane, his grandson Drew McWhirter, and Drew&#8217;s partner Brooke Olenski. This trio forms the core of the sanctuary&#8217;s management and ownership, embodying a trifecta of dedication to Norman&#8217;s original mission. Their collective efforts focus on raising awareness about the intrinsic link between healthy forests, healthy people, and a healthier planet. By sharing cloud forest education and transformative nature experiences, Diane, Drew, and Brooke strive to foster optimal wellness in a world where people and the environment thrive harmoniously.

THIS IS A MEDITATION. THIS IS A MINDFULNESS PRACTICE. THIS IS A SANCTUARY.

Restoration and conservation form the foundation of the Sanctuary’s mission. Humans have done damage to the land. Some of that damage is irreparable, like extinct native species that are not found anywhere else on earth, but some can be reversed, reminding us that hope exists — even in devastation.
Throughout the grounds, you’ll see some of the 200 palm and 100 bamboo species Bezona first planted on the lands. There are six different types of banyans, various eucalyptus, rubber trees, and even a carnivorous garden. The forest now rests on about a foot-and-a-half of loose rubble and decomposing matter. Trails are littered with these fallen leaves and lava chunks, which nourish growth to come. Each step is an acknowledgment of the tiny sliver of time humans can experience.

Restoring the Forests | Restoring Ourselves

But time in the Sanctuary just doesn’t seem linear, anyway. It can stretch and morph, reaching up as high as the tallest Rainbow Eucalyptus. It can condense into the perfect spherical fruit of the Blue Marble or Rudraksha Tree. This isnʻt just a hike through some trees. This is a meditation. This is a mindfulness practice. This is a sanctuary.
<h1>Explore the Sanctuary</h1>
Tours run daily at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Book ahead online and choose between a two-and-a-half-hour, or an hour-and-a-half option. The longer tour will take you farther up the mountain into higher elevations. You’ll walk through a bamboo tunnel, beside century-old dry-stacked lava walls, and even through areas used for filming the movie Avatar.

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To get there, take Palani Road from the hotel. Turn up the mountain on Kaloko Drive, which winds upward until Hao Street. Parking is on the street and your guide will meet you at the gate. You’ll get decked out with a bamboo walking stick for your tour. Bring close-toed shoes, a rain jacket, and hat to avoid the damp. Show up about ten minutes early to start breathing in that fresh forest air and watch your shoulders drop in relaxation. Bring a phone or camera, too. Or, just leave it in the car to experience peace without the barrier or a screen.
If you’re looking for more, add on a Sound Bath after your hike. Sound Baths are a facilitated experience where participants relax and enjoy the vibration of sounds to bring a deep state of peace and harmony. Groups are kept small on the forest platform onsite at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary.

IF YOU&#8217;RE LOOKING FOR MORE, ADD ON A SOUND BATH AFTER YOUR HIKE.

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Esther Finley 
5/5 
Amazing tour at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Our guide Sierra was so passionate and knowledgeable about every aspect of the sanctuary, from its start 40 years ago as barren grassland to the thriving forest sanctuary it is today. It is wild to think the plants and trees are only 40 years old or less! Beautiful guided walk through different areas of the sanctuary and learning about each area. Very informative and a beautiful experience in all. Highly recommend if you are visiting the Big Island.
Tammy Brose 
5/5 
My children and I recently visited Hawaii for the first time. Ten days in total with six on the Big Island. Visiting the Kona Cloud Forest Preserve for 3 hours was my favorite activity of those six days. The place was utterly fascinating. Terri was my group&#8217;s guide and she did a tremendous job explaining the ecology and hydrology of this unique forest type and how it was reforested from former pasture land over the past 40 to 50 years. Terri had a solid working knowledge of the ethnobotany of the many plant species despite just a few months on the job. Definitely, a place worth visiting.
Michelle Weinstein 
5/5 
Teryn was the best tour person we could have asked for. Her beautiful energy was palpable and she added so much more to our experience! Her passion for the sanctuary is remarkable and coupled w/ her knowledge, I would say this was one of my favorite parts of our honeymoon. Highly recommend! Wish I could give it more than 5 stars! And made me feel at peace knowing the history of how this started and hopeful for our future that there are souls out there protecting our earth ♥︎
Dominique Santa Maria 
4/5 
So Beautiful and serene. If you&#8217;re into nature you&#8217;d love this.
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<h1>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)</h1>
Can I explore the Sanctuary on my own or do I need a guide?
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<li>It is required to be with a guide to explore the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary for safety purposes as well as it creates a much better experience when you learn the story of this privately stewarded land from your tour guide!</li>
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When are your tours?
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<li>We offer guided tours everyday of the week! Check our tour schedule for the most up to date availability.</li>
</ul>
What do I need to bring for the tour?
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<li>Please wear closed toed shoes you will be comfortable hiking in, water, a camera to take photos and a rain jacket. Always be prepared for rain; in a cloud forest it can rain at any time! And of course, remember your adventure hat!</li>
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When should I arrive for the tour?
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<li>We ask that you arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. The tour will begin on time, so it’s important that you arrive early so that you are ready to begin at the start time.</li>
</ul>
Do you have a bathroom?
<ul>
<li>Yes, we have a bathroom for use at the trailhead.</li>
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Do you have drinking water and food available?
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<li>We do not have water or food available at this time, please come prepared with what you need.</li>
</ul>
Do you have a trash can?
<ul>
<li>We do not have a trash can. Please follow pack in and pack out guidelines. Any trash / wrappers that is brought in by you needs to be brought out by you. When we all do our part we keep the Sanctuary, the forest and the trails clean.</li>
</ul>
What is your cancellation policy?
<ul>
<li>Customers will receive a full refund, credit, or rebooking with up to 48 hours notice of cancellation. There are no refunds or rebooking within 48 hours of your reservation.</li>
<li>No refunds will be issued due to weather unless operations are canceled by the operator.</li>
<li>Customers will receive a full refund, credit, or rebooking in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.</li>
<li>Contact us by phone to cancel, rebook, or inquire about a cancellation.</li>
<li>No refunds will be issued to no-show’s.</li>
</ul>
Where are you located?
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<li>We are located 15 minutes up the mountain from the Kailua-Kona Airport and 20 minutes from Kailua-Kona town.</li>
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