Our birdwatching tour on the Big Island offer 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.

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.

While walking through the native forest during your birdwatching tour listen and watch as your naturalist guide points out the native plant life in the area and their relationship with the birds of the forest.

Search for endemic birds with your provided Nikon Prostaff binoculars. These binoculars give you a wide field of view in high definition, expanding the possibilities for what you will see on your Big Island birdwatching tour.

Enjoy spectacular views at two of the largest volcanoes on planet earth as you enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the forest.