Hop into a comfy 4WD and explore the lush Hakalau Forest on this day trip. Search for native and endangered birds, and wildlife with your expert bird tracking guide, and enjoy a packed lunch.

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Full description
Join a group tour perfect for nature-lovers and adventure-seekers. Journey across Hawai’i island to the Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge in search of rare, endangered birds and wildlife.
Enjoy your full-day trip into the country’s first refuge established for forest birds with a licensed guide. Whether you’re a casual or avid birdwatcher or just a lover of nature, this tour will leave you deeply enriched as you encounter some of the rarest birds and plants on earth.
Keep your eyes peeled for endangered birds. You’ll search for the vibrant red I’iwi and ‘Apapane, the wide-eyed Pueo, the bright yellow ‘Akiapōlā’au and ‘Amakihi, the unassuming but marvelous Hawai‘i Creeper, ‘Elepaio and ‘Ōma’ō, and the Hawaiian hawk, ‘Io.
On this adventure, you will hike up to 4 miles and get up close and personal with wildlife. Cross the entire refuge in the comfort of a 4WD short-wheelbase Mercedes Sprinter to access those off-the-beaten-track locations.
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Highlights
Spend a day in the exclusive Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
Search for native and endangered birds including Amakihi, Apapane, and Elepaio
Discover rare native plants and animals, including carnivorous caterpillars
Learn about Hawaiian nature and wildlife with a professional guide

Includes
Pickup and drop-off from select meeting locations in the Kona and Waikoloa areas
Professional bird tracking guide
Transportation in a 4WD Mercedes Sprinter
Breakfast Snacks
Deli-style lunch
Water station for refills (but no water bottles)
Snacks
Daypacks
Hiking sticks
Rain gear
Reef safe sunscreen
Binoculars
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips (optional)

 

 

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