Did you know that our world is home to approximately 1,550 volcanoes? Some of them are extinct or inactive, while others have gone down in human history. There are many kinds of large volcanoes. Not all look like a mountain topped with a crater or caldera. There are also underwater volcanoes, and even volcanoes that look like glaciers.
Visiting the site of a volcano and learning about its history is an exceptional experience that every traveler should include in their program. But before that, we are going to offer you a list of the largest volcanoes that can be accessed, accompanied by relevant and essential information, which will allow you, as soon as you finish reading this article, to start planning your next trip. to a volcanic site. Ready ? Let’s go!
Le Kilauea (Hawaii)
Some will tell you that Kilauea is one of the most famous and impressive large volcanoes in the world. Although it formed around 500,000 years ago, it is the youngest of the 5 Hawaiian volcanoes. It is also one of the most active on the planet. It has been continuously active and erupting since 1983. Incredible, isn’t it?
Before visiting the surroundings of this famous volcano, we recommend that you visit the Hawaii Volcano Observatory web page to learn about its condition, how to get there, and learn the latest news. In any case, we recommend that you time your visit in the evening, as this is the best time to see the molten lava, the flows that flow to the sea and the fumaroles. You will have to walk about half an hour to get there, but rest assured, the show is well worth it.
Arenal (Costa Rica)
In Costa Rica you will find some of the most famous volcanoes in the world, including el Arenal, one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world. It is located in the National Park, on the edge of a pretty lake with crystal clear waters, in a green setting. Some say that visiting Arenal National Park is getting closer to paradise. It is true that this volcano is in the middle of nature, surrounded by forests, suspension bridges and waterfalls. You can even enjoy the thermal waters in the middle of the tropical forest.
Tambora and Krakatoa experienced the largest eruptions ever recorded. Both of these volcanoes are in Indonesia. Located in Sumbawa, the Tambora is known to have caused the “millennium eruption” in 1815, a disaster in which more than ten thousand people perished. Krakatoa is located in a small archipelago, around Sumatra. It is known due to a cataclysmic eruption that caused the largest tsunami in human history.
Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)
Kilimanjaro (House of God, in Maasai) is located in the northeast of Tanzania, on the Kenyan border. It is the highest peak on the African continent and one of the world’s most famous volcanoes. Kilimanjaro is undoubtedly a mythical place for lovers of mountaineering, photography and nature. It is true that the contrast between the African savannah and a mountain of this size forms an impressive landscape… and even more so when the summit of the volcano is covered with snow!
The Osorno Volcano is one of the most famous and majestic large volcanoes in Chile. What’s more, there are a host of activities to do in the region, such as the canopy , a kind of zip line, the exploration of caves, the discovery of craters, and our favorite, the ascent of the volcano while spending the night. in mountain huts. These are of course activities reserved for adventure lovers and nature and mountain enthusiasts.
Now that you know the largest volcanoes in the world that can be visited, you can already start planning your next trip. Which destination impressed you the most?
Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the best moments and the most beautiful landscapes… and get ready to spend some unforgettable moments!
Mount Fuji (Japan)
Mount Fuji is the highest peak on the island of Honshu and all of Japan. It is also one of the most famous active volcanoes in the world. It culminates at 3,776 meters. If you want to visit it, you will have to organize an excursion, whether you choose to climb it, or take a slightly easier route. On the other hand, you will have to plan your visit between July and September, because the roads that allow access to it are only open in summer. Mount Fuji is the symbol of Japan. For visitors, it is a symbol of luck and good fortune. Will you be the next to go there?
