So you think you’ve seen it all on in golf? Meet Volcano Golf Course on the Big Island of Hawaii. Set on the Kīlauea volcanic crater rim with panoramic views of Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea – Volcano Golf Course is partnering with Kīlauea Lodge & Restaurant to debut the new “Kīlauea Stay & Play Package.” Special rates are available for kama‘aina and visitors. When visiting the Island of Hawai‘i, this package combines natural beauty, adventure, relaxation and indulgence.
Here’s a close look:
Play: Volcano Golf Course
Located across the street from Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Volcano Golf Course – managed by Troon – is known for stunning scenery, lush fairways and volcanic terrain. The 18-hole layout sits at 4,000 feet above sea level. Enjoy the thrill of playing next to one of the world’s most active volcanoes, as well as through surrounding rainforests.
This stay-and-play package begins at $287 per person, per night. It comprises of:
- Three nights’ accommodations at Kīlauea Lodge
- Two rounds of golf for each player at Volcano Golf Course
- Golf cart
- Bag of range balls
- Tax included
- AVIS full-size rental car
Numerous holes play towards Mauna Loa . (Volcano Golf Course)
Stay: Kīlauea Lodge & Restaurant
Located in the heart of Volcano Village, Kīlauea Lodge is a beautiful, cozy inn. Rooms feature local art, stained glass windows, fireplaces and other relaxing touches. With its idyllic location, guests can immerse themselves in the area’s stunning geological phenomena, such as 150 miles of hiking trails, volcanic landscapes, towering pines, endemic ʻōhiʻa lehua and unique wildlife.
The Hokulani deluxe room (Photo: Kīlauea Lodge & Restaurant)
Kīlauea Lodge also boasts an award-winning dining room, serving delicious dishes of big flavors and island-infused cuisine.
Explore: Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Born of fire and the sea, some of the world’s most cherished cultural landscapes are found in this International Biosphere Reserve and U.S. National Park. Encompassing the summits Kīlauea and Mauna Loa that extend from sea level to 13,680 feet, the park allows visitors to explore steam vents, lava tubes and numerous trails.
Feature Photo: The Crater Rim Trail behind Volcano House within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. (Photo: U.S. National Park Service)