Your day will start in Hilo at the beautiful Japanese Gardens named after Queen Lili'uokalani. Here you can enjoy an awesome view of Mauna Kea, one of the worlds tallest mountains, and a gorgeous view of the Hamakua coast.

From here you will be driven south to begin your ascent to Volcanoes National Park. On your way you will experience the beauty of the Big Island's plants, trees, and ferns. Once in the park you will visit the Sulfur Banks, the Steam Vents, the Jagger (volcano) Museum, Halema'um'au Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, and Kilauea Iki Crater.

And then begin your descent down toward the ocean to the end of Chain of Craters Road, where you will hike out to the Lava. However, there are no guarantees of hiking time or visibility. Only Madame Pele knows for sure where lava will flow. On the day of your scheduled hike the tour operators will check with the park rangers to determine the current situation.

Please Note:

• This tour is suitable for those who are physically fit
• Participants must be able to walk over uneven terrain and short climbs
• This tour involves short walks varying in length from 1/2 mile to 2 miles. Longer hikes may be required, if an active lava flow is easily accessible

Your day will start in Hilo at the beautiful Japanese Gardens named after Queen Lili'uokalani. Here you can enjoy an awesome view of Mauna Kea, one of the worlds tallest mountains, and a gorgeous view of the Hamakua coast.

From here the tour will drive you south to begin your ascent to Volcanoes National Park. On our way you will experience the beauty of the Big Island's plants, trees, and ferns. Once in the park we visit the Sulfur Banks, the Steam Vents, the Jagger (volcano) Museum, Halema'uma'u Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, and Kilauea Iki Crater.

Next stop is the Orchid garden where you will experience the beauty of countless varieties of our home grown wonders.

Then to the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm where you can sample our famed delicacy in all it's variety. When the factory is in operation you can witness the complex operation through viewing stations. You can also stroll the farm's beautiful nature trail.

Then to downtown Hilo, where you will experience the charm of this historic town. Our next stop is the fabulous Rainbow Falls whose 89 foot high cascade hides a sacred cave. Just above Rainbow Falls you can explore under the huge canopy of a beautiful banyan tree that always leaves her guests in awe, and a lagoon on the river to the falls that has become a very popular attraction.

The tour will then proceed up the Hamakua Coast where you will experience the lush green beauty that Hawaii is famed for. Visit a popular surf hotspot where you can witness some of our islands best surfers at play, historic bridges and waterfalls. Then travel through the famous 4 mile scenic route where you will be amazed at the variety of Hawaii's exotic plants and flowers. And then visit the beautiful 442 foot waterfall Akaka Falls.

Your adventure begins with an unforgettable 35-minute journey aboard an Atlantis 48-passenger submarine, as featured in National Geographic television specials, where guests explore a 25-acre natural coral reef and its marine inhabitants! A new adventure awaits you at depths up to 100 feet! Enjoy the view in air-conditioned comfort and safety.

As the majestic island sun begins to set, you'll join in the fun at the Royal Kona Resort for a spectacular evening at the Lava Legend and Legacies Luau and Revue. This exciting traditional Polynesian luau is held in the resort's oceanfront coconut grove and includes a traditional shell lei greeting, open bar through dinner, torch lighting and Imu Ceremony and Kailua-Kona's premier all-you-can-eat Polynesian buffet.

Following the island-style feast, you'll enjoy the cast of musicians and dancers as they take you through a fast-paced journey through the South Pacific Islands. Their show includes songs and dances rarely seen in typical luau shows and is highlighted by the Samoan 'fire knife' dance. The performance alone will keep you talking for months.