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By Big Island Backroad Adventures

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥414,143 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

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 personalized 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

Check availability

8 Guests - 8 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
8 Guests - 8 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥414,143 x 1 Traveler￥414,143
Total
Price is ￥414,143

9 Guests - 8 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
9 Guests - 8 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥438,975 x 1 Traveler￥438,975
Total
Price is ￥438,975

10 Guests - 8 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
10 Guests - 8 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥463,808 x 1 Traveler￥463,808
Total
Price is ￥463,808

11 Guests - 8 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
11 Guests - 8 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥488,641 x 1 Traveler￥488,641
Total
Price is ￥488,641

8 Guests - 10 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Additional Time in the Field
Duration: 10 hours
8 Guests - 10 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥522,285 x 1 Traveler￥522,285
Total
Price is ￥522,285

9 Guests - 10 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Additional Time in the Field
Duration: 10 hours
9 Guests - 10 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥552,725 x 1 Traveler￥552,725
Total
Price is ￥552,725

10 Guests - 10 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Additional Time in the Field
Duration: 10 hours
10 Guests - 10 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥583,164 x 1 Traveler￥583,164
Total
Price is ￥583,164

11 Guests - 10 Hour Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Additional Time in the Field
Duration: 10 hours
11 Guests - 10 Hour Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
￥613,604 x 1 Traveler￥613,604
Total
Price is ￥613,604
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What's included, what's not

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

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers 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.

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' behaviors 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 traveling 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 colors 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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