Our Hakalau birdwatching adventure is run in one of our 4WD Short Wheel Base Mercedes Sprinters. These vehicles are perfect for our birdwatching tours as they are designed for smaller, more intimate groups (9 passengers max) and deliver a rugged build that allows access to those off-the-beaten-path locations. Riding in style with our best in class field guides to a restricted access nature preserve, youll experience a truly unique Hawaii Island adventure.

Highlights include:

Gain entry into a restricted-access National Wildlife Refuge

Discover rare native plants and animals, including carnivorous caterpillars and happy-faced spiders

Search for native & endangered birds including Amakihi, Apapane, Elepaio, Akepa, Akiapolaau, and Iiwi

Our interpretive guides are expert bird trackers

Time: Tour is approx. 11-12 hours. Travel time round-trip is approx. 4 hrs.

MAX 9 Guests per trip

Operates: Tuesday and Thursday

Restrictions: Guests should be able to hike on uneven or rocky terrain. We sometimes encounter cool, wet or muddy conditions. Other tour restrictions may apply.

What to Bring & Wear: Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots, long pants, and a light rain jacket.