Experts' Choice Award Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
What the experts agree on
One of the world's few places to witness an active volcano up close—Kilauea has been erupting since 1983, reshaping the Big Island. Drive scenic crater rim roads or hike through volcanic landscapes dotted with lava tree molds and cinder cones, often
“Since the latest eruption began in 1983, Kilauea Volcano has been adding new land to the Big Island rather steadily.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's "Hawaii’s premier natural attraction, home to an active volcano and one of only two World Heritage Sites in the islands." Full review
Frommer's "Few visitors are familiar with this 116,000-acre portion of the national park...hike through forest and fields that include a cinder cone, tree molds from an 1866 lava flow, and ranchera relics." Full review
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Note: There are restrooms but no drinking water.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Even among Hawaii's many wonders, this national park stands out: its two active volcanoes testify to the ongoing birth of the islands." Full review
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For hikers, it's heaven.
Travel + Leisure "The awe-inspiring and ruggedly beautiful Kilauea is called the drive-in volcano because paved roads allow you to traverse it by car." Full review
Where "The most popular attraction in the Hawaiian Islands, Kilauea has been erupting since 1983." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This is one of the few places in the world where travelers can visit a live volcano." Full review
Independent "Hawaii Island's Volcano National Park is known for hiking trails, dramatic vistas and two active volcanoes: Kīlauea and Mauna Loa"
"Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is one of the island's top attractions. One of just two national parks on the islands (the other is Haleakala on Maui), it protects the area around the..."
New York Times "Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a showstopper with lush rainforests, rare birds, cavernous lava tubes and a live volcano that can be safely viewed from a historic hotel. Drive 45..."
"That's why Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was on our must-see list as we navigated through the Hawaiian Islands on our first visit to the Rainbow State. We considered this national park..."
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Hawaii National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI
