The Island of Hawaii is a world apart. Incredibly, 80 percent of the world’s ecosystems are found here, including rain forests, grasslands, wetlands, and even a rare alpine desert dating to the Pleistocene Epoch.
On this daylong adventure departing from Kona, you will pass through lava fields where various shades of solidified lava reveal the entire island’s past volcanic activity. You'll see a distinct dividing line where the lava fields end and the lush farmland begins. You'll visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and learn how the island was made. This is where you’ll find Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano, and Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes.
You'll also make a stop at Hawaii’s most well-known region for growing coffee. There are more than 800 coffee farms in the district, situated on one of two volcanoes: Hualalai or Mauna Loa. The climate in the area provides an excellent location for growing coffee: rich volcanic soil and clouds that provide natural shade.
Stops include:
- Rainbow Falls State Park
- Imiloa Sky Garden
- Big Island Candies Factory
- Volcano National Park
- Punaluu Black Sand Beach
- Royal Kona Coffee
Hotel pick up and drop off
Souvenirs and optional gratuities
