Hakalau Forest Reserve Private Birdwatching Hike
Hike Hakalau Forest Reserve with a private bird-tracking guide
Duration
Around 11 to 12 hours
Ideal For
Max 10 people
Includes
Lunch, beverages, binoculars
Highlights
Explore the dense rainforest of Hakalau Forest Reserve on a private Ohana outing focused on native flora, fauna, and rare birds. Hike moderate terrain with an interpretive guide and watch for endemic and endangered species along the way.
- Gain entry to a restricted-access National Wildlife Refuge
- Search for native and endangered birds like Amakihi, Apapane, Akepa, and Iiwi
- Learn about Hawaii’s endemic plants and animals with interpretive guides
- Hike 2–4 miles over about 4 hours on uneven or rocky terrain
- Travel by 4WD on a rough, muddy, and bumpy refuge access road
What's Included
- Breakfast snacks
- Deli-style lunch
- Assorted beverages
- Walking sticks
- Binoculars
- Day packs
- Rain jackets
Things to know
This tour is rated moderate and requires hiking on uneven or rocky terrain in cool, wet, or muddy conditions. The refuge access road can be rough and bumpy, so it may not be suitable if you have neck or back issues or are prone to motion sickness. Children up to age 10 who are under 4 ft 9 in must use a child safety or booster seat; booster seats are available upon request.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 72 hours' notice of cancellation. Cancellations within 72 hours and no-shows are charged the full amount.
FAQs
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots and long pants. Bring a light rain jacket or sweatshirt/light jacket, a reusable water bottle, and personal sun protection (hat, sunglasses, etc.).
Ride part of the way on paved roads, then continue on a dirt access road that can be rough, muddy, and very bumpy and requires four-wheel drive.
It may not be suitable due to possible rough road conditions on the refuge access road, especially if you have neck or back issues or are prone to motion sickness.
Meeting details
Hawaii Forest & Trail, Four Seasons Resort, Queens' Marketplace, and Waikola Plaza
Related locations
Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
Admission includedDeep in the windward slopes of Mauna Kea, Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge draws you into a landscape that feels genuinely primeval. Mist drifts through groves of native koa and ohia lehua, and the air carries the soft calls of birds found nowhere else on Earth. A visit to Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge is a rare chance to witness Hawaiian nature at its most intact.
