Big Island Birdwatching Tour
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.
What's Included
- Lunch Picnic style lunch surrounded by the beauty of Hawaii’s unique forests
- Snacks trail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, chocolate
- Carbonated beverages All non-alcoholic beverages: water, juice, soda, hot tea, coffee and hot chocolate
- Patagonia Jackets
- Black Diamond Trekking Poles
- 20-25 professional, edited photos with our large zoom lenses
- Nikon ProStaff Binoculars
- Fully guided naturalist tour with insights into bird behaviors and ecology by our expert guides
Meeting and Pickup
We will be in contact with you before the start of your tour to confirm pick up location and answer any questions you may have.
What To Expect
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Mauna Kea State Recreation Area
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Island of Hawaii
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
- Lunch. Picnic style lunch surrounded by the beauty of Hawaii’s unique forests.
- Snacks. trail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, chocolate.
- Carbonated beverages. All non-alcoholic beverages: water, juice, soda, hot tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
- Patagonia Jackets.
- Black Diamond Trekking Poles.
- 20-25 professional, edited photos with our large zoom lenses.
- Nikon ProStaff Binoculars.
- Fully guided naturalist tour with insights into bird behaviors and ecology by our expert guides.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Big Island Birdwatching Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Big Island Birdwatching Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchPicnic style lunch surrounded by the beauty of Hawaii’s unique forests
- Snackstrail mix, fruit snacks, granola bars, beef jerky, chips, chocolate
- Carbonated beveragesAll non-alcoholic beverages: water, juice, soda, hot tea, coffee and hot chocolate
- Patagonia Jackets
- Black Diamond Trekking Poles
- 20-25 professional, edited photos with our large zoom lenses
- Nikon ProStaff Binoculars
- Fully guided naturalist tour with insights into bird behaviors and ecology by our expert guides
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
