Nature tour of Hakalau Forest Reserve

Big Island of Hawaii, United States of America

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Overview

Duration

12h

Languages

English

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Nestled high above the island’s shoreline, the dense rainforest of Hakalau is home to some of the world’s rarest plants and animals. Join this nature tour and learn more about the incredible history of Hawaii’s endemic flora and fauna, and search for rare birds.Together with your expert guide, you will enter a restricted National Wildlife Refuge, where you will discover rare native plants and animals in their habitat. You can also search for native and endangered birds including Amakihi, Apapane, Elepaio, Akepa, Akiapolaau, and Iiwi.Expect to cover approximately 2 to 4 miles in 4 hours. Over the course of the hike the elevation change is approximately.

What to remember

Important info

This tour offers pick up from various meeting points. Directly contact the local tour operator to confirm the nearest meeting point. You will find their contact in the voucher after booking
Minimum child age is 8+
Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. You will sometimes encounter cool, wet or muddy conditions
Remember to bring a reusable water bottle, sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots, long pants, and a light rain jacket
Gear Provided: walking sticks, binoculars, day packs, warm wear and rain ponchos
Due to the behavior of Hawaii’s endemic birds, the use of a spotting scope can be challenging. If you feel up to the test, you can bring your own birdwatching gear. There will be also binoculars on the tour for guest use

What's included

Deli style lunch with assorted drinks, juices, and filtered water. Pick up from multiple meeting points

What's not included

Hotel pick up service

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Enter a restricted-access National Wildlife Refuge. Discover rare native plants and animals, including carnivorous caterpillars and happy-faced spiders. Search for native and endangered birds including Amakihi, Apapane, Elepaio, Akepa, Akiapolaau, and Iiwi

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

Hawaii Forest & Trail

Meeting Point

This tour offers pick up from the following meeting points. Directly contact the local tour operator to confirm the nearest meeting point. You will find their contact in the voucher after booking.

Hawaii Forest & Trail Kona HQ - 73-5593 Olowalu Street #A, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (for anyone staying in the Kona area)
Four Seasons Hualalai
Queen's MarketPlace (for Waikoloa resort area for Waikoloa Marriott, Hilton Waikoloa, Kingsland, and nearby condos)
Lava Java Waikoloa
Gilbert Kahele Recreation Park