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    Kaumana Caves Park

    263 Reviews
    #6 of 53 things to do in Hilo
    Nature & Parks, Caverns & Caves
    Kaumana Drive, Mile Marker 4, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI
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    Kaumana Drive, Mile Marker 4, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI
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    Reviewed 5 days ago
    A Great Alternative to Thurston Lava Tube

    As Volcano National Park was closed during our visit our host in Hilo suggested these lava tubes as an alternative. We had a great time exploring the 2 lava tubes here. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes & bring a torch. It is worthwhile going...More

    Thank MJGx2
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Nice to see

    It is a nice cave to see when you pass by. You should wear good shoes for that - could be slippery. Very nice place.

    1  Thank Jenny H
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Nice free stop.

    Interesting free stop in Hilo. Bring head gear lighting because you will need your hands, plus there are other free lava tubs to explore all over the island. Gloves, pants, and good shoes/boots if you plan on going deep inside. Don't leave anything visible in...More

    Thank Stan B
    Reviewed 28 August 2018
    Cool Side Trip While in Hilo

    July 2018 Our helicopter flight over the lava eruption got cancelled because of intense storms in Puna. We were so disappointed, but what can you do? Instead, headlamps in hand, we went to explore the Kaumana Caves. The caves are actually a 25-mile-long lava tube...More

    Thank Lori S
    Reviewed 25 August 2018
    Bring flashlight, sturdy shoes, and friends to explore

    We took our son here as an alternative to exploring the Thurston Lava tube in the park, which was closed at the time we visited the island. Am not a fan of exploring caves or dark places in general, but husband and son loved it....More

    1  Thank Lourdes P
    Reviewed 22 August 2018
    Delve into the Darkness

    This was on my to-do list but I forgot about it until the last minute. Do bring sturdy shoes and a flashlight to make it more comfortable. We did not have either so we just visited the entrance of two two caves. You can climb...More

    Thank HalfspeedTravel
    Reviewed 19 August 2018
    Amazing underground adventure!

    The Kaumana Caves Park is a great stop for anyone exploring the west side of Hawaii and they have 30-60 minutes to explore. The parking lot is on one side of the highway with about a dozen parking spots for cars. If a couple of...More

    1  Thank Craig N
    Reviewed 14 August 2018 via mobile
    Cool lava tube

    Really small but two facing lava tubes make for interesting spelunking. Must bring flashlights. Easy to find on the road To saddle road

    Thank TexasEagle
    Reviewed 11 August 2018
    Something for the adventuristic ones

    It took us a little bit of looking to find it. The parking spots are just a few by the road, but usually it is not crowded. The stairs are a bit difficult, so wear appropriate shoes, that you don not slip. You will need...More

    3  Thank Branka K
    Reviewed 11 August 2018 via mobile
    Cool lava tube worth visiting if you are in Hilo area

    We stopped by this cave since we were in Hilo area. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring flashlight. We used our flashlights on our phones and it was fine. A short exploration but we had fun!

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    Debbie T
    3 November 2017|
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    Response from George W | Reviewed this property |
    I do not think there are any busses that run there specifically. You might be able to find a city bus that passes close by or like others have said uber/lyft.
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    Janet B
    29 June 2017|
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    Response from Josh W | Reviewed this property |
    I personally only spent a half hour as well.
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    Vanstays
    31 January 2016|
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    Response from WaOz1 | Reviewed this property |
    No Sulfur smell. Very humid. My husband has asthma and he did great in the tubes. He did admit that the further back he went, he really could feel the "thick" air, but he had no adverse effects.
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