Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is an active volcanic area which is located in the southern area of Hawaii, and it includes two active volcanoes known as Mauna Loa and Kilauea. The parks are also a UNESCO World Heritage site. Mauna Loa, which is at the south-central part of the island, is the Earth’s largest volcano which covers half of the island. Mauna Loa is a shield volcano that has erupted at least three dozen times and it is a very much active volcano that has the lava flowing from the northeastern side of the volcano and enters the outskirts of the city of Hilo. Kilauea lies to the east of Mauna Loa and this is also an active volcano and Hawaii’s youngest. This is a shield volcano, but not as deep as Mauna Loa. These volcanoes produce fluid and gaseous eruptions and rivers of molten lava instead of the explosive eruptions that typically are associated with regular volcanoes.
Ka‘ū Desert, where you will find unique lava formations in the rain shadows of Kilauea is a part of the must-see highlights apart from the hot and scorching lava and Mauna Loa Trail, which leads its way to the volcano’s peak from Kilauea. You can even roam around and discover a lot more in the fern forest, which is a dense tropical area, or at the museum at the park headquarters. The park is a refuge for the island’s plants and animals. You might be lucky and catch a glimpse of two almost extinct animals, the hono’eu (Hawaiian hawksbill turtle), and the nēnē (Hawaiian Banta goose). You can discover nature, and glimpse a closeup of nature right from a wide range of grassy meadows dotted with clumps of koa, ohia, soapberry, kolea, and from the mamani trees to open forests. Spend your time in the park with tropical birds as well as wildlife species which includes mongooses, wild goats, and pigs, as well as pheasant and quail.
By Bus:
From Mo'oheau Bus Terminal either to Ocean View or Volcano. This route operates Monday through Saturday
Three daily buses from Hilo to Volcano, leaving Prince Kuhio Plaza (right outside the Food Court) as follows: 5:15 a.m. 3:10 p.m. and 5:10 p.m. plus there is no charge its free of charge. Aupuni Center to Volcano National Park. It is a journey of 55.5 km that can be covered in 1 hour and 7 minutes and costs 3 USD
By Road:
The Kīlauea Visitor Center which is located on Crater Rim Drive off Highway 11 between the 28th and 29th-mile marker, South of Hilo. From Hilo: 30 miles southwest on Highway 11 (a 45-minute drive)
From Kona: 96 miles southeast on Highway 11 (2 to 2 1/2 hour drive), or 125 miles through Waimea and Hilo via highways 19 and 11 (2 1/2 to 3 hours)
By Taxi:
Take a taxi from Hilo to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It is a journey of 54.2 km that can be covered in 51 minutes and costs 120 to 150 USD
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Waiting Time
No
Entrance Fee
Per Vehicle: $ 25
Per motorcycle: $ 20
Time you can spend
2 to 3 hours
Weather
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