Hakalau Forest Reserve Exclusive

Hawaii Forest & Trail Kona Headquarters
What to expect
  • Enjoy entry into a restricted-access National Wildlife Refuge
  • Discover rare indigenous plants and animals
  • Get your fix of nature and birdwatching during this incredible adventure
  • Search for the rare and endangered birds local to the area including Amakihi, Apapane, and more
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Nestled high above the island's shoreline, the dense rainforest of Hakalau is home to some of the world's rarest plants and animals. Learn the incredible history of Hawaii's endemic flora and fauna while you search for rare birds.

Discover native plants and animals including carnivorous caterpillars and happy-faced spiders. And make sure to keep an eye out for the beautiful birds flitting about the forest, such as the Amakihi, I'iwi, Elepaio, Apapane, and Akiapolaau.

We've got a feeling you're going to be as happy as a lark!

Note: Breakfast, lunch, beverages, walking sticks, binocular, warm wear, day pack and rain ponchos are provided. The tours departs from Queen's Marketplace at Waikoloa Beach Resort, the junction of Highway 190 and Waikoloa Road and Hawaii Forest & Trail Headquarters.
Key Highlights
Price $225.00 per guest
Duration / Session 12 hours
# Sessions 1
Groups of 5 or less require 24 hours notice, groups of 6-11 require 48 hours notice. With less than the minimum notice, guests are charged the full price of the tour.

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