Explore the Mystic Caves of Hawaii

For many tourists, a vacation in Hawaii would mean endless days lounging in its numerous beaches. But then, one should know that there are still other adventures waiting for guests of this tropical state. One exciting activity that visitors could do in the Hawaiian Islands is to do some cave explorations. Most of the caves located in Hawaii are underground lava tubes. Some of these caves could be explored even if guests do not have a guide with them. But of course, for safety purposes, it would be best if tourists would join a cave exploration tour or at least go with someone who knows their way around.

The Big Island is home to some wonderful underground caves such as the Kaumana Cave. This cave is a lava tube that measures around 25 miles and it is located close to both Rainbow Falls as well as to the district of Hilo on the eastern section of the island. The Kaumana Cave is filled with lush flora, but its entrance is well-marked and one would also find a flight of stairs leading into the cave. Visitors would be happy to know that there is no entrance fee here.

The Kazumura Cave is another lava tube situated in the Big Island, particularly in the Puna area. This cave was discovered during the middle of the year 1990 and it is among the world’s longest and deepest lava tubes, measuring over 60 kilometers in length. Travelers would be able to take part in a Kazamura Cave tour but they should arrange it no less than 24 hours beforehand, or if they want the 6 hour tour for advanced climbers, they have to book it at least a week ahead. The available tours in this cave consist of a tour that would take two hours covering a half mile, a tour that lasts for four hours covering two miles, plus the tour lasting 6 hours that is only open for skilled climbers.

The Kula Kai Caverns is also located in the Big Island. One would be able to find this lava tube on Mauna Loa’s lower slants. The tours available here consist of a half hour simple walking tour and another tour that lasts for two hours. There is also a challenging three hour tour that contains a brief drive to the other section of the caverns called the Maelstrom Cave. Only a small part of the main cavern is lighted, and that is why the tour providers give out lights and helmets to guests.

Thurston Lava Tube is another long underground lava tube that measures 400 feet in length with a ceiling that reaches up to 12 feet. This cave is to be found within the Big Island’s Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The Thurston Lava Tube is well-lit and its ground is smooth, however, it could also be a little slippery.

On Maui, it boasts of the Ka’eleku Caverns, which is the lone public cave expedition in the whole island. This underground lava tube is the 18^th biggest cavern system on earth and it is situated on the eastern coast of the island. The tours available in these caverns consist of a self-guided exploration, a walking tour for an hour, in addition to an adventure tour that lasts for two hours, exclusively available 15 years old and up. There are no lights in this cave but the tour operators provide both helmets and lights.

Hawaii’s caves are enchantingly beautiful and it presents an alternative to beach escapades. There is no need to bring anything if one is joining a tour group since they would provide the gear and all that they want is for their guests to have fun exploring the exquisite caves of Hawaii.