Mauna Loa | Specials

Mauna Loa, Considered as an entrance to the underworld and as a retreat for a banished goddess, Mauna Loa still finds time to be one of the world's most active volcanoes. Its extraordinary flora and fauna, recreational activities and mythology make Mauna Loa an ideal destination for the adventurous traveler.

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Here are some interesting informations about the magnificent Mauna Loa:

Pele

Legend has it that the volcano goddess Pele was banished from her home by her sister, the goddess of water and sea. The exile sought refuge on the peaks of Mauna Loa, the world's largest volcano.

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The White Dog

Residents claim Pele sends her pup down Mauna Loa's slopes as a sign of an imminent eruption.

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Kalaipahoa

Also known as the poisonwood gods, these mythical beings are said to enter the trees of Mauna Loa, turning their branches into poison for any creature unlucky enough to seek harbor there.

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

The park is made up of both Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Spend the day hiking, biking or camping in one of the Earth's most exotic ecosystems (see

Resources).

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Accommodations

The Volcano House is oldest continuously operated hotel in Hawaii (see Resources). It's the only hotel located in the Volcanoes National Park, and sits on the edge of the Kilauea Crater.

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