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The south slope of Kilauea, where Pele’s lava flows meet the ocean.

Pahoehoe lava flows on Kilauea\'s coastal plain.Visitors at Kilauea\'s lava ocean entry.Pahoehoe lava flows at dusk on Kilauea\'s coastal plain.An eggshell-thin frozen lava bubble, since burst by cooling winds.A small channel of pahoehoe lava, carrying its frozen lava skin on Kilauea\'s coastal plain.

Kilauea volcano's coastal plain location on Hawai'i Island.Summary: Located partly within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, active and recent lava flows cover the coastal plain of Kilauea, growing the island while encroaching on civilization. Whether by land, sea or air, to witness active lava is an unmatchable experience every time, when the volcano goddess Pele, the conditions and the authorities allow.

Points of interest: Active lava viewing area, active lava flows and ocean entry (when accessible), recent lava flows and ocean entries, Kaimu and Kalapana villages, new Kaimu beach, old Kalapana Gardens and Royal Gardens community remains.

Trails: 1-8 miles round-trip over uneven lava, moderate to challenging (we recommend boots and pants and will provide any other protective gear as needed).

Tour options: Half-day minimum, up to 4 full hiking days for in-depth exploration (as conditions allow). We can also assist in booking independent charter boats, especially for lava viewing (charter costs apply).

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An active lavafall into an old lava tube on Kilauea\'s coastal plain.Fingers of pahoehoe lava reach over Kilauea\'s coastal plain as an \'a\'a channel pours down the pali.Frozen slabs of pahoehoe lava crust are broken and sunken by convective forces in a small lava pool.Visitors view Kilauea\'s lava ocean entry by charter boat on calm seas.A surge of flowing lava from an upturned tumulus on Kilauea\'s coastal plain.