Hakalau Exclusive birdwatching adventure

Highlights

  • Exclusive birdwatching adventure in Hakalau

  • Explore off-the-beaten-path locations in Hakalau

  • Discover rare native plants and animals

  • Exclusive birdwatching adventure in Hakalau

  • Explore off-the-beaten-path locations in Hakalau

  • Discover rare native plants and animals

Summary

Experience an exclusive birdwatching adventure in Hakalau with our 4WD Mercedes Sprinters. Explore restricted-access areas and discover rare native plants, animals, and endangered birds with our expert guides. 

Tour info

Duration
12 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Our Hakalau birdwatching adventure is run in one of our 4WD Mercedes Sprinters. These vehicles are perfect for our birdwatching tours as they are designed for smaller, more intimate groups and deliver a rugged build that allows access to those off-the-beaten-path locations.  Riding in style with our best in class field guides to a restricted access nature preserve, you’ll experience a truly unique Hawaii Island adventure.

  • Gain entry into a restricted-access National Wildlife Refuge
  • Discover rare native plants and animals, including carnivorous caterpillars and happy-faced spiders
  • Search for native & endangered birds including Amakihi, Apapane, Elepaio, Akepa, Akiapolaau, and Iiwi
  • Our interpretive guides are expert bird trackers

What’s included?

  • Guide

  • Please bring your own water bottles; we will provide re-fillable filtered water

  • Walking sticks, daypacks and rain gear

  • Lunch

  • Guide

  • Please bring your own water bottles; we will provide re-fillable filtered water

  • Walking sticks, daypacks and rain gear

  • Lunch

  • Guide

  • Please bring your own water bottles; we will provide re-fillable filtered water

  • Walking sticks, daypacks and rain gear

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

  • Gratuities

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Not wheelchair accessible

  • Must be 8 years old or older

  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

  • Children under 4 must ride in a car seat (not provided by tour operator)

  • Infants under 3 must be carried in a backpack carrier (not provided by tour operator)

Before you go

  • Walking sticks, flashlights, daypacks, rain gear, bug repellant, and sunscreen provided

  • It is recommended to wear comfortable, closed toe walking shoes, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen

  • Bring a light sweatshirt or jacket. Bring or wear long pants.

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

We have developed an approach that introduces a new standard of cleanliness and disinfection to ensure our guests enjoy an even cleaner and safer experience. Implementing strict protocols and using the latest disinfection technology, updated continuously to current State and Federal Guidelines.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Hawaii Forest and Trail

About operator:

Our exclusive private land access and interpretive guiding approach immerse guests into the island’s unique characteristics, nature, and culture. With Hawaii Forest & Trail, don’t just plan a vacation, prepare for a Big Adventure. Explore hidden craters, swim in private waterfalls, and discover the natural beauty of the island. We are accepting online bookings at http://www.hawaii-forest.com.

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