The most spectacular eruption was in 1959, when the fountain reached a height of 2000 feet and torched thousands of acres of tropical forest into a collection of dead trees within days. Two different kinds of lava flow from Hawaii's volcanoes. One is called 'pahoehoe' lava. This type of lava is smooth, or ropy. The other one is 'aa' lava, which appears rough and sharp.
Pahoehoe lava is generally more rich in gases and said to be the hottest substance on earth.
As Hawaii's biggest attraction, the Kilauea volcano and the National Park are sure to be one of the highlights of any trip to this magnificent Island. Please write us .