Sentences with phrase «volcanic crater»

The floor of this impressive, ancient volcanic crater measures some 260 square kilometres (100 square miles).

As our shuttle climbed in elevation, we passed through an extinct volcanic crater.

Enjoy an an easy walk to the edge of this dry volcanic crater for views of sheer wonder.

Seeing the lava tubes, steam vents and hiking through volcanic crater was incredible.

Enjoy an easy walk to the edge of this dry volcanic crater for views of sheer wonder.

Other crater lakes are situated much closer to the surrounding ground level, set inside ancient, dead volcanic crater beds.

RADIO receivers at the edge of volcanic craters could be tuned into a network of navigation satellites to provide a safe early warning of eruptions.

Hop on a plane to Ende, and visit the multi-coloured volcanic crater lakes of Kelimutu.

Frank Webb of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena has spent two years monitoring ground movement at the Long Valley Caldera, an ancient volcanic crater in central California.

This Miocene unit is composed of multiple shallow «maar» volcanic craters with alternating layers of explosively formed pyroclastic rocks, and fine - grained dark basaltic rock, formed from cooling lava flows.

One of the best places to visit in Maui is Molokini, a half - submerged volcanic crater teeming with life a few miles offshore.

Born in Los Angeles and raised in Pasadena, Turrell was a leading figure in the Light and Space Movement and went on to create the Roden Crater project in northern Arizona - the conversion of a natural volcanic crater into an epic work of art.

We then carry on to the waterfall Glanni and climb the small volcanic crater at Grábrók, arriving in Reykjavik by late afternoon.

Travel by boat across Lake Ashi, an enormous volcanic crater born out of an eruption, 3,000 years ago.

That's particularly true for those inside volcanic craters and impact areas, where water moving through fractured rocks could bring iron to the surface, says Jack Szostak, a Harvard University molecular biologist who also took part in the work.

Explore Ngorongoro, the largest volcanic crater on the planet, and discover why over 25,000 significant African animals make it their home.

You see galaxies of tropical fish while snorkeling around the sunken volcanic crater of Molokini, two miles offshore southwest Maui.

The historic Village of Yungaburra boasts a plethora of gourmet foods fresh from the farm, distinctive art galleries and a range of spectacular natural features such as volcanic crater lakes and majestic fig trees.

Globus takes you to the most popular islands, including Oahu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai, where you'll see lush valleys and dramatic cliffs, tour historic monuments, visit volcanic craters, and relax in paradise.

Includes two full - day island visits to North Seymour, a small flat island surrounded by low cliffs, South Plaza, an uplifted slab of sea floor or Bartolomé, characterised by a high volcanic crater.

Your snorkeling charter will see you snorkeling Molokini, a crescent - shaped volcanic crater near the island of Maui.

You can read his official details below: Because Turtonator lives on volcanoes, feeding on sulfur and other materials found near volcanic craters, its shell has a layer of explosive material — mostly...

Wonderful placid lakes that were once volcanic craters, soaring cliffs, undulating countryside, a confection of flora and fauna, geysers, spouting mineral springs, and secluded coves are in abundance throughout.

Hike in the mountainous rain forests of Dominica, discover an active volcanic crater in Saint Lucia, and explore the idyllic Grenadines.

Named after the largest lake in Southeast Asia, Donau Toba, which nestles in an immense volcanic crater in North Sumatra, this villa boasts the biggest pool in the Lakshmi Villa enclave.

After a short flight to Quito, you'll head to the Galapagos Islands where you'll snorkel with seals, hike around one of the world's largest volcanic craters, sea kayak near Isabela Island, get up close to all manner of wild creatures and relax on isolated beaches.

To the north is Laguna Caliente (the hot lagoon), a mile wide volcanic crater filled with water so acidic that no plant or aquatic life can survive.

Hale Leahi Private Room Shared $ 3168.00 Leahi, one of the most famous volcanic craters in the world and most recognizable landmarks in Hawaii, was re-named Diamond Head when 19th century sailors mistook minerals from the crater to be diamonds.

Drive over to Haleakala National Park to watch a spectacular sunrise and explore the 10,000 - foot dormant volcanic crater.

Both are ports on the shores of Lake Ashi, which is an enormous volcanic crater created by an eruption 3,000 years ago.

Tour Route; Fly via the famous Kuta beach coastline, passing Tanah Lot Temple along the west coast to the breathtaking volcanic crater of Mount Batur.

The Undara Lava Tubes are a must see if you can spare a few days to travel out to the western Gulf Savannah region to visit these spectacular volcano lava tubes which are said to be a part of the longest lava flow from a single volcanic crater on Earth.

It is located in the Campi Flegrei, a sprawling constellation of ancient volcanic craters scorching hot just below the surface.

Cradled in the basin of São Miguel's easternmost volcanic crater, it's been a destination for travelers since the late 1700s.

Kelimutu volcanic crater visit.

Day 12: [CP] We firstly visit a very impressive volcanic crater then onto the lovely mountain towns of Atherton and Mareeba.

Travel by boat on the deep - blue volcanic crater lake surrounded by three picture perfect volcanoes while turing the colorful Maya villages resting on its shores... Read full itinerary -

From here, you can explore the island's diverse natural beauty, including dramatic volcanic craters and enchanting sea life.

Built in the 1600's on the edge of Lake Bratan, a magnificent volcanic crater, it is dedicated to the goddess of waters, who keeps this Indonesian island lush year - round.

The first is a hike in Haleakala National Park, to the lip of its famed volcanic crater.

The trail is mainly dry vegetation oak and pine trees still see remains of the old volcanic crater, located at an altitude of 2200mts.

In one of Iceland's most beautiful areas and with volcanic craters throughout the lake, it is teeming with bird life and is known for its geothermal activity.

MOLOKINI ISLET A volcanic crater almost carved into a crescent shape by nature, Molokini sits just more than two miles off of the southern coast of Maui.

On a C.Bali canoe tour be one of the few that have an opportunity to float on a lake in the middle of a giant volcanic crater.

Peer into massive volcanic craters and race down steep winding ridge lines...

From Maui, embark on a small - group adventure to Molokini, a crescent - shaped volcanic crater located between the Hawaiian islands of Maui and Kahoʻolawe.

A tour of the Pueblos Blancos culminates with sunset over the Masaya volcanic crater.

Highlights of the new itinerary include snorkeling at Molokini's undersea volcanic crater, a night snorkel with Giant Pacific Manta Rays, watching whales and dolphins and guided hikes exploring scenic areas on all four islands.