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Big Island Birdwatching Tour

By Big Island Backroad Adventures
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Overview

The Big Island of Hawaii is a paradise for birdwatchers! Here, you will find endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Its diverse habitats are home to a variety of unique bird species. From the vibrant honeycreepers in the lush rainforests to the majestic raptors soaring over open savannas, the island offers a birdwatching experience like no other. Here, endemic Hawaiian birds showcase the island's exceptional biodiversity. The chance to observe these rare species in their natural environments makes birding Hawaii a truly special pursuit.

Our Big Island birding tour is designed to enhance your experience, our expert guides will help you spot and identify the Hawaiian birds. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a curious novice, this tour provides personalised guidance, ensuring you experience the best the Big Island has to offer. From endemic species to scenic landscapes, there's no better place for bird lovers. Join us as we explore the birds of the Big Island.

Activity location

  • Mauna Kea State Recreation Area
    • Saddle Road, 35 mile marker,
    • 96721, Hilo, Hawaii, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mauna Kea State Recreation Area
    • Saddle Road, 35 mile marker,
    • 96721, Hilo, Hawaii, United States

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What's included, what's not

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    Fully guided naturalist tour with insights into bird behaviours and ecology by our expert guides
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    trail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, chocolate
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    Picnic style lunch surrounded by the beauty of Hawaii’s unique forests
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    Patagonia Jackets
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    Black Diamond Trekking Poles
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    20-25 professional, edited photos with our large zoom lenses
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    Nikon ProStaff Binoculars
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    All non-alcoholic drinks: water, juice, soft drink, hot tea, coffee and hot chocolate

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tours can be adapted to accommodate all ages and abilities. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have specific needs.
  • Assuming no modifications for this tour, guests should be able to walk at least 2-3 miles with some steps included.
  • Guests must be able to walk on uneven or rocky terrain and we may encounter cool, wet, or muddy conditions.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Mauna Kea State Recreation Area

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Our Hawaii birdwatching tour on the Big Island offers guests a unique opportunity to witness native birds in their natural habitats. They provide a chance to appreciate the birds' beauty, understand their ecological roles, and learn about the efforts to protect them. Guided by our expert naturalists, this tour offer insights into the birds' behaviours and ecology. We cater to different levels of birdwatching expertise, from beginners to seasoned ornithologists. We are not just about spotting birds, but about understanding and appreciating them. After pickup from your place of lodging, begin your Big Island birdwatching tour by travelling up the Saddle Road to the high elevations of the Big Island. Based upon the conditions for the day, your guide will select from one of the State Forest Reserves to start from. Locations may include but not limited to: Mauna Kea Forest Reserve, Upper Waiakea Forest Reserve, and Hilo Forest Reserve.

Island of Hawaii

  • 4h
Birdwatching: Hilo Forest Reserve, Upper Waiakea Forest Reserve Hawaiian honeycreepers are emblematic of the island's extraordinary birdlife. These birds, with their vibrant colours and unique adaptations, captivate bird enthusiasts around the world. Each honeycreeper showcases the vast spectrum of evolutionary creativity found in Hawaii. We have the potential to see all of these native forest birds listed plus some other introduced species.

Location

Activity location

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    Mauna Kea State Recreation Area
    • Saddle Road, 35 mile marker,
    • 96721, Hilo, Hawaii, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Mauna Kea State Recreation Area
    • Saddle Road, 35 mile marker,
    • 96721, Hilo, Hawaii, United States

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