Fissure 8 Lava Flow Tour – Ahu‘Ailā‘au – Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer

Experience the Fissure 8 Lava Flow Tour

The Fissure 8 Lava Flow tour offers a powerful 7-8 hour guided exploration of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption site. Led by a knowledgeable local guide and Leilani Estates resident, guests walk across surreal lava fields where entire communities once stood. The tour highlights the towering Fissure 8 cone, hardened lava rivers, and terrain shaped by months of volcanic activity.

Tour Significance and Cultural Respect

Known in Hawaiian as “Ahu ʻAilāʻau” or “Shrine of the Forest Eater,” Fissure 8 is a prominent vent from the 2018 Lower Puna eruption. This tour emphasizes deep respect for the land (‘āina) and the spirit of Pele, offering more than a hike—it tells a story of destruction, rebirth, and resilience.

Additional Tour Information

Lunch and drinks include Hawaiian-style juices and water, with lunch options available from a list. Guests are encouraged to bring their own snacks if preferred. Alcohol is prohibited on the van in compliance with Hawaii State Law. The tour also includes visits to Historic Hilo Town and Volcano Explorer highlights.

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