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Big Island, Crater, Halema'uma'u Crater, Hawaii, Hilo, Jaggar museum, Kilauea, Lava, Photography, travel, Volcano, Volcano National Park
We came to the Volcanoes National Park in Hilo which is on the Big Island to see the volcano erupting. We knew there was no guarantee that it would be erupting while we are here but we were hoping. It was not erupting however we were not disappointed. Seeing the lava glow at night was so exciting.
On our first evening, we drove from our lodging at the KMC to the Jaggar museum to see the volcano. It was very windy, very cold and very wet however we managed to see the lava glow and we were thrilled. In fact regardless of the weather we were mesmerised by the spectacular light. We were so caught up in the wonder of this incredible natural phenomenon
The lava glow is coming from the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater which is a pit crater located within the much larger summit caldera of Kīlauea.
We took many photos although none of them were great. We returned the next night a little earlier and were delighted to see a beautiful double rainbow but the weather was still a challenge.
On the 3rd night the weather was great. No wind, no rain and very mild. We could see the crater and the glow so much clearer. To take great photos of this spectacular sight requires a good camera and preferably a tripod to steady the camera but we made the most of what we had.
The sky above the lava glow taken from the car park
We were reluctant to leave. It was magic.
Beautiful photos and your description of the event is right on!
Thanks Linda. I feel so blessed to have experienced this and to stay in such a magical special place
What a wonderful experience, thank you for sharing :)
One of the most memorable experiences of my life. Thank you for dropping by Lyn
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Amazing! Well worth seeing & enjoying this experience . Daphne
Would love to see lava, its like the Earth is bleeding?. Been on my list for some time…
Thanks Nick. The hardened lava flows look like huge brownies. It is an experience never to be forgotten. This entire National park is such a joy.
Great experience Lyn and one that I am sure you will never forget. Spectacular photos.
Thanks Lyn. Too awesome to ever forget.
Something I’ve always wanted to see Lyn. As you said, I think seeing mother nature in all her glory would be an amazing experience :D
It sure is Mark. It is not just what you see. The thrill of it is consuming. Thanks for dropping by Lyn
A fab experience. As the song says Unforgettable!!! xx gg
Truly Gail. Too fabulous to ever forget xx
Looks fantastic Lyn. Continue to enjoy the wonders.
Thanks Denise. A wonderful experience
If you want to see lava you have to go to kalapana but be prepared to hike a long way.
Thanks Edwin. Yes too far for me to hike but I am delighted with what I experienced
Oh my goodness what an awesome sight thanks for the great pictures. So good for you to experience that. 💟
Thanks Leah. These natural displays by Mother nature are the best. It was so magical that I did not want to leave x
Wow that would of been amazing to see. Definitely on my to-do list when I finally make it to Hawaii
I always thought it we be difficult to plan and do but actually it was not hard at all. I seriously can recommend it. Fantastic atmosphere and awesome experience
Such a magical place, it’s beautiful!
It truly is magical Lisa and edged in my mind forever
Awesome!
Very nice photos. Thanks for visiting and liking Casas Royale.
Thanks Karina. It was such a wonderful experience
I bet it was
Magic, I enjoyed this series Lyn. Thank You
Thanks Michael. It was an amazing experience. One of my best.
This looks so dramatic and beautiful. Hopefully I’ll get there one day. Great photos.
It certainly is. It compares to nothing else I have ever seen. Thanks for reading my blog. Lyn
Amazing!
It surely was. Thanks Lyn