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Things to do in Hawaii Volcanoes: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in Hawaii Volcanoes, Hawaii, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

Craters, Lava Tubes

5 stops · about 8 hr 35 min of stops · ~$113 per person

An action-packed day exploring active volcanic features, ancient lava conduits, and deep craters, starting in the lush Volcano Village and moving deep into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

  1. 1

    Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe

    19-4005 Haunani Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA
    Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe, Hawaii Volcanoes

    Fuel up with massive breakfast sandwiches and fresh-baked bread before heading into the park.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 45 min · ~$15 per person · Directions
  2. 2

    Kilauea Iki Crater

    Pāhoa, HI 96778, USA
    Kilauea Iki Crater, Hawaii Volcanoes

    Hike through lush rainforest, descend 400 feet to cross the solid crater floor, and walk inside a 500-year-old lava tube. (National Park entry fee included in cost)

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 3 hr · ~$30 per person · Directions
  3. 3

    Tuk Tuk Thai Food

    99-1621 Piimauna Dr, Volcano, HI 96785, USA
    Tuk Tuk Thai Food, Hawaii Volcanoes

    Stop for casual, highly-rated, and filling Thai curries or Pad Thai at this famous bright green food truck near the golf course.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 50 min · ~$18 per person · Directions
  4. 4

    Chain of Craters Road

    Chain of Craters Road, Hawaii 96778, USA
    Chain of Craters Road, Hawaii Volcanoes

    Drive 19 miles down to the coast, stopping at dramatic pit craters and the Pu'u Loa Petroglyphs, ending at the iconic Hōlei Sea Arch.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · Directions
  5. 5

    The Rim

    1 Crater Rim Dr W, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA
    The Rim, Hawaii Volcanoes

    Indulge in locally-sourced Pacific-Hawaiian cuisine with breathtaking, panoramic evening views of the Kīlauea caldera.

    ★ 3.9 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$50 per person · Directions

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