The 15 Best Volcano & Crater Tours

1.Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,338 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $159Our pick

From Hilo Pier, you’ll visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, see Kilauea’s caldera and steam vents, walk through Thurston Lava Tube, and stop for macadamia treats. Richardson Black Sand Beach may offer sea-turtle sightings. Guides include Jess, Robert, Donna, Geo, and Hannibal.

“We had a great time with our tour guide Jess. She was great and we learned a lot. The history of the volcanos was so interesting a the walk through the lava tube was excellent.”

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2.Big Island: Fat Tire E-Bike Tour through Volcanoes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 546 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $199Top rated

Ride from Kilauea Lodge into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with guides including Nicole, Derek, Tyler, Scott, or Bill. You’ll learn about volcanoes, plants, wildlife, and Hawaiian history while using pedal assist and throttle power on paved park roads. Expect cool weather, short walks, and a small group of up to 12.

“Fun bike ride around Volcano National Park. Guide was informative throughout the ride................”

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3.Big Island, Hawaii: Volcanoes National Park Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 545 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $379

From Hilo Airport, Safari Helicopters takes you over Volcanoes National Park, lava flows, waterfalls, orchid farms, and native forest. Your pilot, often Andrew, Jim, or Drew, narrates the flight with island history and geology. The 55-minute flight carries up to six people.

“It was a great tour. The volcano wasn’t as active as we had hoped but the pilot, Andrew, did a great job describing what we were seeing along with giving a description and history of everything we saw from the volcano to the waterfalls. He also answered any and all questions.”

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4.Lanzarote Short South Tour with Timanfaya Volcano Entrance

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 400 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $68

This 4 to 5-hour south Lanzarote trip takes you through Timanfaya National Park by coach, with park entry, volcanic demonstrations, and an optional camel ride. Guides such as Michael, Paul, and Antonio add plenty of island insight. A winery stop may also be included, depending on the departure.

“Too much bus and not enough sightseeing. Total of for and a half hours on 50+ seater coaches. 15 mins on the Volcan. 30 minutes at a bodega”

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5.Small-Group Big Island Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kona Coffee Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · from $209

Travel from Kona or Waikoloa with a small group of up to 14, stopping at Greenwell Farms, Punaluʻu Beach, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You’ll taste coffee at its source, look for green sea turtles, walk through Thurston Lava Tube, and finish near Kilauea with dinner.

“Katie was great! Katie had good stories and was knowledgeable. This was an Awesome trip. It wasn't many of us so it felt like a private trip. This was a great way to see the island because we didn't have alot of time.. The meals were good too.”

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6.Volcano Trekking Tour (Timanfaya eruptions)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50Best value

Join a small English-speaking group for a gentle 7-kilometer circular walk through Timanfaya’s volcanic terrain. Climb La Rilla Volcano, view craters and lava flows, and hear Lanzarote’s eruption story from guides such as Alejandro, Ula, or Sabrina. Hotel pickup, walking poles, and rain jackets are available.

“A great walk with a lot of information from the guide. Some fantastic views & gray photo opportunities.”

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7.5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · from $2,327

Spend five days on Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit with a private Lion King Adventures guide. See Tarangire elephants and baobabs, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, search the Serengeti for big cats, and finish at Lake Manyara. Lodging and most meals are included.

“I don't know where to start, but let me say we have had the most wonderful trip of our entire lives, the trip exceeded all the expectations we had, the jeep is brand new, clean and well maintained, our tour guide Imma is one of the best in the IRead more”

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8.Timanfaya & Lanzarote Volcano Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $157

Spend about five hours touring Lanzarote’s volcanic south in an air-conditioned minibus. You’ll see Timanfaya’s fire demonstrations, ride the Volcanoes Route, stop at El Golfo, La Geria, and Los Hervideros, and meet guides such as Angela, Paul, or Olaya. Camel riding is optional and paid locally.

“Our guide, Angela was super. She was a local with vast knowledge of the island and was happy to share it. We had an awesome time.”

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9.Volcano Hike – Timanfaya eruptions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 246 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $50

Walk through Los Volcanes Natural Park with guides Jose or Raquel, tracing the 18th-century Timanfaya eruptions across craters, lava flows, gravel, and sand. This gentle four-hour outing includes transport, water, snacks, and pickup from selected Lanzarote resorts, with groups kept small for a personal pace.

“Very well done and informative. Rachel did a great job. I world highly recommend. Interesting topography.”

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10.Private 6-Day Tarangire Manyara Crater and Serengeti with Mid-Range Lodges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $2,685

Spend six days on a private northern Tanzania safari with Lion King Adventures. Your guide takes you through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara in a private vehicle, with five lodge nights, park fees, meals, and airport or Arusha drop-off included.

“We started thinking about a safari trip long ago. It took time to select a country, then which parks and finally a company that would organize and help us prepare. Lion King was a perfect choice, adjusted, and moulded the trip to our needs (loRead more”

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11.5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $1,254

Join a private, maximum-six-person camping safari from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Guides such as Samwel, Douglas, Jacob, and Johnson are praised for animal spotting. Expect long drives, simple camps, full meals, and a village visit in Mto wa Mbu.

“Assistenza impeccabile del tour operator dal momento dell'arrivo in aeroporto, fino alla partenza. Il viaggio è avventuroso, soprattutto perché si dorme in tenda, non ci sono particolari comodità. I campeggi sono generalmente puliti (con qualche eccezione che non dipendRead more”

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12.4 Days Join Group tour Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $1,090

Travel from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in a small group of up to six. Expect daily game drives, camping, meals, hotel or airport pickup, and a guide such as Eddie or Halid when available. English guiding only is noted.

“saw everything we wanted and more including the big 5. food was delicious and there was always lots of it. camping was also great fun with the fun group we had!”

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13.Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Leave San José early for Irazú Volcano’s crater and 3,432-meter summit, then visit Cartago’s Basilica of the Angels. Air-conditioned private transport, WiFi, snacks, and hotel pickup are included. Guides such as Hayro, Raquel, and Donald add history, nature, and local stories along the way.

“Guide was really knowledgeable, but didn’t respond very warmly when I asked a question, a kinder explanation would’ve helped. Went in early July; it was rainy and cloudy the whole time, but we caught brief glimpses of the crater when it cleared for a few seconds. Hike to the highest viewpoint is worth it, would’ve been amazing with better weather. Quick stop at the church, but a service was on, so it was difficult to explore.”

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14.Poas Volcano National Park Half Day tour from San Jose

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $135

Start early from San Jose for Poas Volcano with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, breakfast, and a professional guide. Expect crater trails, changing mountain weather, and possible coffee or strawberry stops. Guides such as Edgar, Arturo, Ricardo, and Ronny are praised for clear explanations and flexible timing.

“Ricardo was the consummate guide. Seasoned, professional. Years of experience show through. Much knowledge of local botany, geology, history, volcanology.”

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15.5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $1,280

Travel from the Arusha or Kilimanjaro area to Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in a small group of up to six. Expect game drives, sunrise and sunset views, camping meals, Wi-Fi in the safari vehicle, and a final visit to Mto wa Mbu.

“I was really pleased I went with Meru Slopes. Great guides, great food, and good camps. The guides went to great effort for us to see everything. I was also very impressed with the communication from Meru Slopes. A big thank you to Jerome who communicated promptly over email and met me on the first day of the tour.”

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