Morning Guided Birding Tour in Kailua-Kona
Birdwatch in the Kona cloud forest with early access and a guided morning walk
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Guide, binoculars, restroom
Highlights
Explore Hawai‘i Island’s cloud forest on a guided two-hour morning birding walk at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Practice quiet observation as your naturalist guide helps you spot and identify native and endemic birds.
- Meet a naturalist guide and bird in the peaceful morning forest
- Listen for native Hawaiian honeycreepers and other unique birds
- Learn bird identification skills and hear ecology and conservation stories
- Walk about 1 mile with ~200 feet of elevation gain on natural terrain
- Observe reforestation efforts while exploring a rare conifer and jungle ecosystem
What's Included
- Guided birding tour
- Binoculars (if you don’t have your own)
Things to know
Not suitable for young children, strollers, walkers, or wheelchairs, and you must be confident on uneven volcanic rock and tree roots. You must be able to walk and stand for up to 2 hours and remain quiet for bird observation. Late arrivals may be denied participation and are not eligible for refunds.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund up to 48 hours before start. No refunds within 48 hours. No refunds due to weather unless the operator cancels; operator may cancel at any time, with option for a full refund.
FAQs
Wear close-toed shoes. Expect natural terrain with lava rock, loose rubble, and large tree roots, and plan for cooler temperatures than Kailua-Kona.
Bring your own water in a reusable bottle (there is no fill station). Consider a rain jacket, and bring long sleeves and your own mosquito repellent if you’re prone to mosquito bites.
Bring your own binoculars if you have them, and use the provided binoculars if you don’t.
Meeting details
Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Kailua-Kona, HI US 96740
