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Lava Ocean Adventures, LLC

Are you looking to go off the beaten path to explore hidden Hawaii & discover unique places only found in East Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island? Lava Ocean Adventures Hilo Hawaii's premiere ocean activities company specializing in boating you to see rare Big Island attractions. Located 30 minutes East of Hilo Town we have a buffet of excursions guaranteed to quench your thirst with ocean fun. Our Big Island Boat Tours include Hawaii Volcano Tours, Lava Boat Tours, Exclusive snorkel & SCUBA Diving Adventures, East Hawaii Fishing Charters, Big Island Circumnavigations, Private Charters and the best Hawaii Lava Tours available.
Come view Volcano Kilauea's active eruption via one of our custom catamaran fleet of volcano boats. The 34ft 24 passenger US Coast Guard inspected "LavaKai" is East Hawaii's ultimate tour boat to go snorkeling, diving, fishing,& surfing from. Discover the Big Islands most secluded snorkel & dive adventure tour hidden in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Don't get stuck in the Kona crowds, we limit our tours 24 passengers to ensure you an intimate, uncrowded Big Island ocean adventure. Our private touring vessel the 27ft Grady White "Tigercat" is perfect for smaller groups of 6 or less. Both vessels are equipped to handle the challenging Puna Coast Pacific Ocean waters!
Our volcano tours boat you to view the Hawaii Volcanoes National Parks volcanic coastline of giant Lava cave and goes beyond to see the Holei Sea Arch en route to a hidden white sand oasis a unique Big Island sight best traveled by boat. Whether lava is flowing or cooling the flank of Kilauea volcano remains very much alive.
While flowing watch in awe as red hot lava sizzles into the sea. When the eruption is up the (pali)mountain we take you offshore to get the panoramic view of the Kilauea Volcano. The best view of lava is onboard a lava boat tour it's an up-close and personal lava tour of a lifetime.
When the lava's cooling head deep into the barron lava fields where sea cliffs have battled the molten lava flows since the creation of the Big Island leaving behind giant ocean lava flow formations frozen in time.
Boat Volcano Tours are one of Hawaii's top attractions, pair it with the combo of snorkeling, diving or fishing for the ultimate Hawaii Adventure Tour. The original Lava Ocean Adventure, and still the crews favorite takes you fishing in East Hawaiian Waters for pelagic fish targeting Ono, Mahi Mahi, & Ahi on our combo volcano tour & Big Island Fishing Charter. Year round we operate Big Island Fishing Charters, Hawaii Boat Volcano Tours, Exploration SCUBA Dives and guided Snorkel Tours.
Reservations
808.966.4200
www.Lavaocean.com

ACTIVITIES:

East Hawaii SCUBA Dive & Snorkel Tours

East Hawaii SCUBA Diving offers pristine ocean dives on the Big Island of Hawaii's volcanic coastline. Join us to experience ocean Lava Tubes, Stunning Corals, Schools of tropical fish, find anchors left behind from whaling ships, & exploration dive unique Big Island Dive sites!
Big Island Munk SealHawaiian Green Sea TurtleEast Hawaii Scuba Dive Jellyfish

Two Tank Advanced Dive


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Hawaii SCUBA Diving excitement & adventure exploring the exclusive Puna Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. Unique East Hawaii dive sites offer deep dives on steep sheer cliffs, drift dives along pristine volcanic terrain, underwater sea arches, ocean lava tubes and caves, anchors left behind from the whale ships, visit a shark den or even dive off shore on a blue water open ocean dive. Due to the vast area diveable along East Hawaii our advanced East Hawaii dive offers a wide array of terrain & sealife to discover.

Cost for Divers:
? $200 for Certified Divers
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Two Tank Morning Boat Dive

More Info or to BOOK NOW! Scuba Diving and Snorkeling along the Puna Coast at select Big island destinations. SCUBA Dive two unique dive sites to see rare volcanic terrain, an abundance of tropical marine life which can include Sea Turtles, Dolphins, Munk Seals and even Sharks
2 Tank Morning SCUBA Dive
? $150 for Certified Scuba Divers (plus rental gear)
? $89 for Snorkelers & Ride Alongs* (rental gear included)

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Castaway Snorkel & Dive


More Tour Information & online booking

6 hour - 60 mile ocean journey
Online prices  Adult: $215  Children: $190 *Kama'aina:  $190
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Combo Volcano Tour and Ocean Activities - Snorkel, Dive, or relax in the shadow of the worlds most active active Volcano Kilauea.
The Ultimate Big Island Adventure to Discover East Hawaii?s hidden ocean destinations awaits you on this photographers exclusive tour.
Castaway today to a Hawaii oasis of White & Black Sand Beaches, Tropical Coconut Groves, Abundant Sealife, Guided Snorkel tours over pristine corals, Exploration SCUBA Dives or just kick back and relax on your own white sandy beach. East Hawaii's remote underwater world is a vast area of exploration dives & adventure snorkeling. If you're ready for some serious ocean fun then this is the trip for you. More Tour Information & online booking

Guided Shore SCUBA Dives


Explore the best Big Island dive spots from shore on guided dives with experience Dive masters. Dive the youngest underwater formations on the volcanically active Puna Coast to the old growth coral that West Hawaii is renowned for. The Big Island offers SCUBA Dives for enthusiasts of all levels whether it's your first time diving or your a certified Diver. Shore dives in East Hawaii are available at the following places: Leleiwi - Hilo, Richardsons Beach - Hilo, Kahena Black Sand Beach - Puna Coast & Isaac Hale Beach Park/Pohoiki - Puna Coast. If your looking to go on an island wide dive excursion here are some of our other favorite Big Island Dive sites we recommend: Mohukona - Kohala Coast, Puako - Kohala Coast, Manta Ray Night Dive - Kailua-Kona, Honokahau Harbor Dive - Kailua-Kona, South Point- Ka'u Coast, Exploration Dives - Secret Dive Locations. Contact (808)966-4200 to arrange a dive

1 Tank Shore SCUBA DIVE $100
2 Tank Shore SCUBA DIVE $150

AM/PM Castaway Adventure Snorkel & Dive

Choose your Big Island Adventure, Snorkel, Dive, Fish, Surf or Relax in Hawaii Volcanoes National Parks remote natural wonders. Ocean Volcano Tour of a lifetime awaits you on the Big Island of Hawaii!

A hidden East Hawaii white sand beach inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Known as Halapae Iki Departs 5AM, 2PM video coming soon

The Ultimate Big Island Adventure to Discover East Hawaii's hidden ocean destinations! This unique 6 hour Big Island ocean cruise is aimed at guests seeking a full day ocean adventure in Hawaii!

You looking to be adventuous while on the Big Island, then we have a Big Island Adventure tour for you.  Imagine relaxing on a white sandy beach, viewing active volcanoes from the sea, swimming & snorkeling with the tropical fishes, exploration SCUBA Diving exclusive dive sites, Surfing a remote wave, fish secluded fertile waters, it's all available on this 6 hour Hawaii adventure tour.

White Sand Halape Beach East Hawaii

Castaway today to Hawaii's exclusive oasis of White & Black Sand Beaches, Tropical Coconut Groves, Abundant Sealife, Uncrowded Snorkeling, Diving, Fishing, & Surfing, onboard one of Lava Ocean Adventures fleet of World Class Catamarans.

The US Coast Guard inspected 24 passenger LavaKai is East Hawaii's premiere boat for snorkeling, diving, fishing, & surfing. She was designed specifically for those seeking Hawaii?s ultimate snorkel & dive adventure tours. Don't get stuck in the Kona crowds, we limit our passenger count to 12 per trip to ensure you an intimate, uncrowded Big Island ocean adventure.

LavaKai moored near HalapeHalape Iki Hawaii Volcanoes National Park White Sand Beach
Left - LavaKai exploring unique exclusive Big Island Destinations.
Right - Halape Iki Snorkel & SCUBA Dive site Pu'u Kapukapu Pali (hillside) in the background

Big Island Lava Boat "LavaKai's" aluminum hulled catamaran design paired with reliable twin Honda 225's allows faster speeds and smoother rides then monohulled and fiberglass boats. Secluded Big Island destinations previously inaccessible, have now became accessible.

LavaKai inside breakwall of Pohoiki Boat Ramp in East Hawaii Big IslandFoxes Black Sand Beach Big Island Hawaii
Top - LavaKai departing Isaac Hale Beach Park (Pohoiki Boat Ramp) on a Big Island Boat Tour
Right - Foxes Black Sand Beach covered by volcano Kilauea's active lava flow on July 25th, 2010

Hawaiian Green sea TurtleEast Hawaii Sunrise from Volcano Boat Lavakai
Left - Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle silohette revealed as she swims through the sun.
Right - Big Island, East Hawaii sunrise begins another day in paradise!

Big Island Munk SealUlua Fish Hawaii Big Island
Left - Rare Endangered Hawaiian Munk Seal encounter at Halapae.
Right - Large Ulua swims out of an underwater lava cave into Apua Point deep blue ocean waters.

East Hawaii JellyfishVolcano Boat Tours to Volcano Kilauea
Left - A giant Jellyfish with its own school of fish
Right - LavaKai viewing active Lava flowing from volcano Kilauea into the Pacific Ocean

East Hawaii's remote underwater world is a vast area of exploration dives & snorkeling. These secluded waters offer incredible schools of brightly colored tropical fish, lava caves rich in sea life, stunning coral formations and pristine ocean diving conditions. East Hawaii is also a known breeding ground for Hawksbill Turtles, so theres always a chance you might get a rare glimspe of the rare hawksbill turtles. We've even had an endangered Munk Seal swim with us a few times as well as giant Manta Rays & Eagle Rays.

Our Big Island dream castaway tour boats you to see secluded white & black sandy beaches far away from the Kona crowds, where paradise is found. We specialize in Big Island Boat Tours to remote locations guarenteed to amaze even the most seasoned Big Island travelers. Come discover hidden Hawaii's secret destinations along the Puna Coastline! Located in the shadow of active volcano Kliauea inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Parks' barron Lava Fields is a first class oasis of white sandy beaches, tropical coconut groves, abundant sealife, cool ocean breezes, a Big Island ocean paradise like no other. This secluded Hawaii destination is rich in history ranging from geology, Hawaiian culture, tropical fish, wide array of wildlife, and is accessible only by a 15 mile hike across hot lava flows or by cruising one of our volcano boats. During our Big Island castaway adventure your Big Island ocean guides will inform you of coastline sights including: 3 Black Sand Beaches (Kaimu,Kalapana,Foxes), the giant seacliffs created during from the 65 acre East Lae`apuki bench break, the Holei Sea Arch, panoramic views of Hawaii Volcanoes (Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea), views of the ongoing active Kilauea eruption, Halape iki, Keauhou Landing, Apua Point, Pu'u Kapukapu Pali (hillside), the great Crack, and many other unique Big Island highlights. Whether you are going to be snorkeling or SCUBA diving, underwater features colorful reef formations full of incredible schools of tropical fish, sea life rich lava tubes, and an opportunity to see rare species of marine life which include Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles & Dolphins. This East Hawaii destination is also a known breeding ground for Hawksbill Turtles, so theres always a chance you might get a rare glimspe of the rare hawksbill turtles. We've even had an endangered Munk Seal join us for a dive at the Halape dive site.

Snorkel, Dive, Fish, Surf Mission:

$215 taxes included (Minimum Age: 7 Years)
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5AM (PM Tour 2PM)

6-Hour Cruise Includes:
- Visit remote White & Black Sand Beaches
- Photo ops galore secluded shoreline scenery
- Enjoy a Historical overview of sights
- View active Volcano Kilauea's current eruption
- Snorkel with Tropical Fish, Turtles & Marine Life
- SCUBA dive into an exotic underwater paradise
- Surf your own break far away from the crowds
- Fish our uncrowded select fishing grounds.
- This exclusive cruise is limited to 12 guests.
- Snorkel gear with friendly instruction
- A guided snorkel tour of the reef
- Fresh island foods, lunch & beverages
- Extreme SCUBA fun for divers of all levels.

This Snorkel, Dive, Surf, & Fish mission is serious, ocean fun guarenteed to quench your thirst for adventure!!!
A must do Hawaii adventure on East Hawaii's less known Hilo side

Lava Kai Features:
- 34' Armstrong Marine power catamaran (Built in 2003)
- Experienced friendly crew
- Side door for easy water access
- A Restroom & fresh water showers
- Roomy, covered seating
- Snorkel gear and instruction
- Flotation devices of all types

Additional Options:

- Refreshments ( soda, juice, water) - 1-tank scuba dive $50 w/gear 75 w/o gear
- Surf boards & Body board rental
- Fishing gear and tackle

Are you looking to be adventuous while on the Big Island?

Any health or issues pregnancy's please consult your doctor before booking.

Big Island Fishing Charters

East Hawaii's Hilo Town is home to some of Hawaii's most fertile fishing grounds. Our crew of skilled fishermen are here you assist you in catching Hawaiian Pelagic fish targeting Ono (Wahoo), Mahi Mahi (Dorado), and Ahi (Tuna). We offer coastline high speed trolling charters, offshore world record Big Game hunts, bottom fishing, and strip & live bait at local Hawaii State FAD Buoys. As one of very few fishing charter boats in East Hawaii we expect to take you out on an uncrowded fishing charter to the Big Island select grounds.
Our dedicated crew of experienced fishermen come equipped with the finest tackle & are eager to assist you in landing your Hawaii dream sportfish. In these select fishing grounds pelagic fish rome waiting to make your day. whether you?re a first time angler or a seasoned fishermen we?ll get you hooked up on a reel adventure!
All trips include everything you need to go fishing. Ice, bait, tackle & ALL LICENSES! 1/2, 3/4, Full, & Multiple days available.

AM/PM Volcano Tour & Fishing Combo

The 3 hour ultimate Hawaiian adventure tour is a chance to witness the ever changing Hawaii Volcanoes National Park while sport fishing the plentiful Puna coastline. No Gilligan on this 3 hour tour our crew will provide you a guided coastline tour of East Hawaii. Usually we cruise to secluded fishing grounds before dropping lines to give you the best chance to catch fish in uncrowded Big Island Waters! Our sunrise & sunset Combo Volcano Tour is the companies original adventure tour that affords you the opportunity to fish Hawaii's remote volcanic waters while experiencing earth's newest lands including volcanic Black Sand Beaches, unique Lava Tubes, array of Marine Life, Lush Lavascapes, wild junglescapes and the Kalapana coastal scenic beauty. Includes everything you'll need to go fishing in Hawaii. The original Lava Ocean Adventure & by far the crews favorite is our Hawaii Sport Fishing Charters. We'll bring the ice, bait, tackle & experience to get you hooked up on a reel fishing adventure. You provide your food & beverages for the day. License included!! Welcome aboard the Grady White Tigercat our world class catamaran built with sport fishing in open ocean waters in mind she come's well equipped for a fun fishing adventure. We're equipped with the finest equipment available including Shimano and Penn Reels to ensure you'll enjoy fishing for pelagic fish including skip jack tuna (aku), dorado (mahi mahi), yellow fin tuna (ahi), wahoo (ono), blue marlin and more.

Lava Boat Tour
Winter Lava Season
October to March

Lava Boat Tours | Hawaii Lava Tours Hawaii Lava Tour Boat LavaKai watching Kilauea volcano erupt into the sea! Lava Last Touched the Sea on March 5th, 2011 come experience the aftermath on our Volcano Boat Tours. Lava?s heating up again as of Dec 4, 2011 lava is flow less then 3 miles from the sea. Hawaii's Best Lava Tours take you to see red hot lava in the dark of the nite, during the daytime, heck anytime is a great time to view lava on the Big Island of Hawaii. The sunrise lava tours and sunset lava tours are generally the premiere Volcano Tours due to the dramatic changes that occur at the dawn and dusk in Hawaii, however anything can happen Kilauea is an active volcano folks.  On the premiere morning lava tours watch in awe as the early morning golden sunlight rays warm the lava covered coastline as the ultimate lava viewing unfolds right before your eyes (Captains Pick).  During the daytime the direct sunlight warms the lava lighting the coastline revealing amazing geoligical formations. The popular Sunset lava Tours boat you to see vibrant lava glow as the sun sets over Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. As the sunsets the lava heats up. Our experienced crew founded Lava Boat Tours around our Sunrise Lava Adventure Tours since they are best for lava viewing, wind, weather, & swell conditions. We offer group lava tours & private lava tours with seating for up to 24 passengers per Lava Tour. Please expect this Lava Boat Volcano Tour to be the highlight of your Hawaii Vacation, possibly the highlight of a lifetime? If you?re on the Big Island this is what you came to see Volcano Kilauea flow red rives of lava into the sea!   See Volcanoes National Park coastline, volcanic black sand beaches, lava sea cliffs, lava arches, Sea life, the ever changing Puna Coast, and the Red Rivers of lava sizzling into the sea. Lava Tours to Volcano Kilauea take you to See, Hear, & Feel the heat. A front row seat to view red hot lava flow into the Pacific Ocean. Our boat lava tours regularly experience: volcanic steam explosions, red rivers of lava, littorial explosions, bench collapes, plume clouds, erupting lava bombs, & ocean entry splatter cones. Explore the islands recent lava flows so fresh forever cooling. The crew all have years of experience at the lava ocean entry & are excited to you show you an unforgettable red hot ocean lava volcano tour in East Hawaii.

PL-Grady White / Private Custom Lava Tour

Take your group on a private lava tour to view lava from volcano Kilauea as it pours into the sea. The perfect way for your intimate group to enjoy the special occurrence of lava sizzling of the Pacific Ocean.If you're on the Big Island this is what you came to see Volcano Kilauea's red rivers of Lava cover Hawaii's beautiful Volcanoes National Park coastline creating new black sand beaches, lava sea cliffs, lava aches, and shapeing the Kalapana coastline forever. Private (6 Passenger Vessel): $1000 + Tax (0.07166)

DISCLAIMER

"Our trips are based %100 on nature and natural occurring events.”

We always recommend that our booked passengers call (808) 966-4200 to check in at least 24 hours prior to a trip to go over any additional information, directions and to get updated meet and departure times as well as updates on weather and lava conditions. 

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

PLEASE CALL 808-966-4200 and press 2 for driving directions over the phone.


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Below is a photo of lava boat Grady White. This is the boat you are looking to board.

Grady White

Meet us up by the bath rooms and look for the 6 passenger Grady White.

Cancellation Policy: Reservations cancelled before 48 hours receive a 90% refund. All cancellations will be assessed a 10% processing fee Cancellations Less than 48 hours will not be refunded it doesn't allow enough time to rebook seats.
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