--- title: "Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 182 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 333 duration_minutes: 180 duration_max_minutes: 360 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 2 of 44 (Volcanoes National Park Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-eco-tour/ --- # Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour **Guidekin's take:** Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on a private tour for your party, with the time devoted to volcanic landscapes. Guiding is included; bookings require at least two guests, and you arrange your own transport and pay park entry separately. 4.98 from 333 reviews at €182 per person for 3h–6h. In our comparison: #2 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and get out into the field to visit areas that few visitors get to see while visiting Hawai'i island! No gift shops, no restaurants, no long drives around the island in a van to visit areas you can explore on your own. No gimmicks and no frills - all of our time is spent exploring the amazing active volcanoes of Hawai'i island! We offer only active, education based explorations that focus on topics such as Geology, native flora and fauna, and the amazing Hawaiian culture that still thrives on the volcano today. Our tours are family friendly, easy to book and leave our guests with a deepened understanding of the science and the culture of Kīlauea. See the best of the volcano with several moderate walks throughout the day. Our National Park tours allow guests the convenience of using their own vehicle as opposed to a large bus or van. ​ ## Before you book - Meeting point: After you enter HVNP, - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00, 11:00, 13:00: 3 departures a day - Food not included: Food and drinks, unless specified - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €182 per person for the 3 Hour Private Tour option; other options up to €319 - Duration: 3h–6h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 333 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Kilauea EcoGuides - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 10:00, 11:00, 13:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.98 from 333 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 333 of 333. - 5 stars: 327 (98%) - 4 stars: 6 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 3 Hour Private Tour | €182 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private personal tour guide for 3 hours time in Volcanoes National Park. Choose a meeting time that works best for you! Private Tour Duration: 3 hours: Explore the highlight areas of the volcano! This tour runs approximately 3 hours. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park | | 6 Hour Private Tour | €319 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private personal tour guide for 5-6 hours time in Volcanoes National Park. Choose a meeting time that works best for you! Private Tour Duration: 6 hours: Explore Kilauea from summit to sea! This private tour runs approximately 6 hours. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park | ## What's included - All taxes, fees and handling charges - Private tour - Professional guide ## Not included - Food and drinks, unless specified - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Transportation to/from attractions - National Park Entrance Fee (USD $30/vehicle) ## Itinerary 1. **Hawaii Volcanoes National Park** (1h) - Your private tour starts at the historic Volcano House hotel, located inside the National Park. Walk to the steam vents and sulphur banks to feel the heat of the volcano coming out of the ground. Walk thru the native rainforest to the devastation trail. Explore the Chain of... 2. **Nahuku - Lava Tube** (15m) - Explore a 500 year old lava tube with detailed discussion on how lava tubes are formed and the features inside. Walk thru a old growth native forest to get to the tube! 3. **Halemaumau Trail** (15m) - Walk along the historic Halemaumau trail with one of our professional guides for excellent views of the summit caldrea! Along the way enjoy in-depth discussion on native plants, native birds, geology specific to Hawaii and the amazing Hawaiian culture that still thrives on... 4. **Steam Vents** (15m) - Explore the steam vents inside the National Park with one of our professional guides and feel the geothermal heat! Great photo opportunities! 5. **Sulphur Banks** (15m) - Walk thru this unique area with one of our professional guides with in-depth discuss of geochemistry. And learn about the unique adaptations of native plants to resist the volcanic gases! This area is safe to explore due to low concentration of gas. 6. **Kilauea Iki Trail** (15m) - Hike the most popular trail in the National Park with a professional guide and discuss the 1959 eruption, which included the highest lava fountaining event in recorded history. This hike feels like walking on the moon! 7. **Devastation Trail** (30m) - Explore this unique area where the native rainforest was buried in volcanic debris in 1959. Find Peles tears, olivine crystals and other unique rock formations! 8. **Chain of Craters Road** (45m) - Explore the incredible Chain of Craters road with one of our professional guides! With stops like Lua Manu, discuss pit craters and their significance on Kilauea volcano. 9. **The best location to see the active summit eruption when lava is visible** (15m) - Get an up close look with your professional guides binoculars and/or spotting scopes. 10. **Kilauea Visitor Center** (5m) - If you prefer, take a quick stop at the Visitors Center for the chance to get some Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or a great local book on the volcano or Hawaiian culture. This is also where we pick up the Junior Ranger programs for our guests with younger children. Your... 11. **Holei Sea Arch** (5m) - Take a easy walk along the coastal areas of the volcano for a great photo of the Holei Sea Arch! Also, discuss native sea birds. 12. **Volcano Art Center Gallery** (5m) - Check out this unique art gallery, and see the original Volcano House Hotel - the oldest hotel in the state! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 11:00, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point After you enter HVNP, keep right at the roundabout, continue on Crater Rim Drive west. Follow the brown National Park signs. The hotel will be your second left after the roundabout, look for the big rock wall with the Volcano House sign. Please text your guide if you can't find the meeting location. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - A minimum of 2 person per booking is required - A maximum of 25 people per booking - Flexible departure time means that after creating your booking, you will have to contact the local operator to inform them of your preferred departure time. At this time you may also discuss your preferred tour itinerary with them - Summit eruption viewing dependent on current eruption conditions ## Compared with other Volcanoes National Park Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 44** | €182 | 3h–6h | 4.98 (333) | private | | [Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/hawaii-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-hilo-highlights-day-tour/?format=md) | €170 | 6h | 5.0 (657) | shared | | [Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more](/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-explore-volcanoes-waterfalls-beaches-more/?format=md) | €223 | 9h | 5.0 (206) | shared | | [Private Guide Meet In Hawaii Volcanoes National Park](/usa/big-island/tours/private-guide-meet-in-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park/?format=md) | €541 per group | 3h | 4.98 (199) | private | Ranked #2 of 44 in Volcanoes National Park Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €127 to €537, median €181; typical length 6h. 8 of 44 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-tours/?format=md ## More in Big Island - All Big Island tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-eco-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md