Hawaii Volcanoes travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises, spa and resorts

Hawaii emerged from the sea millions of years ago. Today, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is unique ecosystems displays the results of 70 million years of volcanism and evolution. The park attracts about 2.5 million visitors of year. This is a truly magical place, definitely not to be missed, and a once in a lifetime experience.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has been honored as an International Biosphere Reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The major natural attractions offer a wealth of live volcano activity, rainforest, hiking trails and spectacular scenery. There’s Kilauea – the world’s most active volcano, offers to visitor views of dramatic volcanic landscapes. At the Kilauea Visitor Center the guests will be well informed about the best lava viewing and the volcanoes, and also will be introduced to their trips.

The park encompasses 230,000 acres and provides unusual hiking and camping opportunities. There are more than 150 miles of hiking trails with all levels of extreme. Bikers can take advantage of miles of paved road, though for the unpaved trails, mountain bikes are essential.

Attention! Watch your step because the lava flows can and changes the landscape.  Also wear shoes with good traction! Opening hours: The National Park is open 24 hours a day all year;  Visitor Center is open daily from 7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Admission: $10 per vehicle, $5 per individual – traveling without a vehicle