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Your Guide to BIG Adventure! Hawaii Forest & Trail's vision is to share the splndor of Hawai'i Nei and inspire a deep connection ith our natural world.
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Ignite your sense of adventure with Hawaii volcano tours, lava cave tours, majestic waterfalls, bird watching tours and inspiring stargazing nights. Our tours are offered for small groups and we access private land that few have seen. Experience Hawaii's majestic beauty as our interpretive guides share the history, culture and legends of the land. We guarantee your time with Hawaii Forest & Trail

will be highly rewarding and give you a deeper appreciation of the incredible natural wonders of our incredible islands. Yours are offered on the Island of Hawaii and Oahu.

10/28/2024

Is that Fargo North Dakota? Nope, it's actually much warmer in Fargo right now than it is on the Summit of Mauna Kea, which got its first snow of the year this past weekend! We'll be resuming summit tours as soon as the road opens and conditions are safe, in the meantime, we'll have to ask The Weather Channel how many states have gotten snow so far this season?

10/17/2024

🌠 Have you spotted Comet 2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS yet?

This once-in-a-lifetime comet is currently making its way past Earth! 🌍 The last time it came by was 80,000 years ago.

While last weekend was the prime viewing time, don’t worry—you can still catch a glimpse throughout the rest of this month! 🔭✨

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10/12/2024

🌿 A huge mahalo to the and our amazing hosts, Jen and Rob, for having us!

Our day kicked off with E Hō Mai and hearing the fascinating mo’olelo of how Waikōloa got its name. We then spent the morning exploring the dry forest, learning about the incredible conservation and restoration efforts that we have transformed this landscape into what we know today! 🌳

Keep swiping 👉 to see the some of the seeds collected this year with the help of WDFI volunteers and our Maunakea Summit & Stars Giveback guests! 2 of the larger bags equals 1 of the smaller plastic ones.

10/09/2024

Mahalo nui loa for your support, West Hawaii!

We’re thrilled to be voted:

🏆 #1 for Best Outdoor Guided Activity (Hawaii Forest & Trail)

🏆 #1 for Best Zipline (Kohala Zipline)

From exploring the outdoors to soaring among the trees, we’re honored to share these unforgettable adventures with you! ✨

08/17/2024

Mahalo to John and Maryellen for joining us on an unforgettable adventure on Maunakea! ✨🔭

From dining at the VIS to exploring the summit at sunset with scenic stops along the way, they truly captured the magic of the journey! 📸

Ready to experience the magic of Maunakea yourself? Book your Maunakea Summjt & Stars Adventure today and make memories that will last a lifetime! Link in bio~

Photos courtesy of Davis Custom Digital, LLC

06/20/2024

Hawaii Forest & Trail has been nominated by USA Today for Best Tour Company in Hawaii! 🌺

We’re thrilled to be recognized for our dedication to providing unforgettable experiences and sharing the splendor of Hawaii Nei.

📨 Voting closes on July 15th at noon EST. Click the link to help us become the best tour company in the state! 🌟https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-tour-company-in-hawaii-2024/hawaii-forest-trail-big-island-hawaii/

06/03/2024

Exciting news! Kilauea volcano has re-awakened! The eruption began today in the early morning hours at approximately 12:30 AM. 🌋

According to the USGS, the eruption is southwest of Kilauea caldera, a remote location within the park.

The last eruption in this area occurred in December 1974. Stay tuned for more updates!

📷: images by D.A. Phillips

05/11/2024

A big mahalo to Kathryn Bell for embarking on not just one, but two unforgettable/memorable adventures with us during your Hawaii vacation! 🏖☀

From exploring our private lava tube and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to watching the sunset on Mauna Kea and stargazing, we're so glad these experiences left you with life long memories to cherish!

05/04/2024

Have you heard about Kīlauea volcano's recent activity? 🌋

Over the past 24 hours, it's been restless! There have been approximately 280 earthquakes with increased seismicity is occurring beneath the upper East Rift Zone, with inflation detected in the caldera south of Halemaʻumaʻu.

Join us on our Volcano Unveiled Adventure to experience Hawaii Volcanoes National Park firsthand! Adventure is calling, are you ready? 📸🌿

05/04/2024

Have you heard about Kīlauea volcano’s recent activity?

Over the past 24 hours, it’s been restless, there have been approximately 280 earthquakes! The increased seismicity is occurring beneath the upper East Rift Zone, with inflation detected in the caldera south of Halemaʻumaʻu.

Join us on our Volcano Unveiled Adventure to experience Hawaii Volcanoes National Park firsthand! Adventure is calling, are you ready?
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📸: the talented

04/23/2024

Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌿

At Hawaii Forest & Trail we’re constantly in awe of the nature that surrounds us. From reducing waste and being energy efficient to educating our guests about the flora and fauna that make Hawai’i so special, a major part of our mission is to preserve the splendor of Hawaii Nei for future generations.
Comment below to share how you’re celebrating Earth Day!

03/06/2024

A week ago, our guide, Adam, volunteered at Pu'u Wa'awa'a, pulling weeds and planting various native plants.🌿

Keep scrolling to see photos of the nene that kept him company, along with the beautiful ma'o hau hele plant he planted! ☀️🌱

02/17/2024

There's no better bird to feature for February than our playful endemic resident of Hawai'i Island, the Hawai'i 'Elepaio! There are only three 'Elepaio species in the Hawaiian Islands, and they are the only member of the monarch flycatcher found in the U.S.

Fun Fact: Long-term pairs are common and stay together all year round. One pair has been together for 11 years!

📸: Jack Jeffery | https://jackjeffreyphoto.com/

02/01/2024

A highlight of our Volcano Unveiled Adventure is our private lava tube, Kauhi Cave!
Kauhi Cave has hosted numerous scientists looking to explore the unique microorganisms that call it home. Diana Northup, a geo-microbiologist, who is researching the microbes was accompanied by her husband, Kenneth Ingham, who took this amazing close-up of a lava stalactite.
Descend underground and explore the cave firsthand on a Volcano Unveiled Adventure! Share with us your adventure, tag
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📍 Volcano Unveiled Adventure - Kauhi Cave
📸 Kenneth Ingham

01/09/2024

Are you seeking a new adventure? We are looking for an Operations Manager for our Kona Headquarters!
Visit our website below for more information and send an email to [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!

🌐: https://hawaii-forest.com/employment/

01/04/2024

Maunakea Summit & Stars Giveback Experience IS BACK!

Every Wednesday, join us to Mālama ‘Āina and venture to the Waikoloa Dry Forest for a conservation project to help restore a critical Hawaiian habitat before ascending to Maunakea for sunset and stargazing.

In 2023, Hawaii Forest & Trail guests along with initiative volunteers collected a combined 13 lbs of seeds (equivalent to 8+ million seeds)! 🌱

12/23/2023

Established as the first National Wildlife Refuge in the US for forest birds, Hakalau is now one of the few protected areas in Hawaii where existing native bird populations and many endangered plants are thriving.

Please join me in helping to protect Hakalau Forest NWR and Hawaii’s native species by donating to the “Hakalau Forest NWR Management Endowment” before the end of the year. Your generous donation is an effective tool in preventing the further decline and extinction of Hawaii’s endangered native species.

Mahalo,
Rob Pacheco
Founder & CEO, Hawaii Forest & Trail

12/22/2023

Wishing you all a warm and joyful holiday season with your loved ones!~ ❄️ ⛄️

Happy Holidays from our Ohana at Hawaii Forest & Trail & Kohala Zipline!

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Holiday Closures:
🎄 Monday, Dec. 25th for Christmas
🎆 Monday, Jan. 1st for New Years

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Each year, @tripadvisor recognizes traveler’s favorite businesses around the world. We’re happy to announce that Hawaii Forest & Trail was among the top 10% of things to do worldwide! 🌟🌍 Thank you to all our amazing guests for your support and reviews. We couldn’t have done it without you! Ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure? 🌿✨ Book your adventure with us today and see why we’re a top choice for travelers!

Last month, we headed out of the office to spend some time chasing waterfalls with the @fairmontorchid sales team. Happy to report back, we found a few in Kohala! 🌿🌊 . Are you ready for adventure? Click the link in bio to join us on a Kohala Waterfalls Adventure! — 🏷️: #hawaiiforestandtrail #bigadventurehft #adventureawaits #fairmontorchid #hawaii #chasingwaterfalls #hawaiinstagram #hiking #malamahawaii

On Wednesday’s we GIVEBACK! 🌱 Malama’aina and join us for an impactful service project to help restore one of the most critically endangered native forests @waikoloadryforest before ascending Maunakea for sunset and stargazing! 🌅 🔭 Let’s make a difference together! — 🏷️ : #malamahawaii #hawaiiforestandtrail #waikoloadryforestinitiative #adventureawaits #ecotours #bigislandhawaii

Endemic Bird - Hawai'i 'Elepaio

There's no better bird to feature for February than our playful endemic resident of Hawai'i Island, the Hawai'i 'Elepaio! There are only three 'Elepaio species in the Hawaiian Islands, and they are the only member of the monarch flycatcher found in the U.S. Fun Fact: Long-term pairs are common and stay together all year round. One pair has been together for 11 years! 📸: Jack Jeffery | https://jackjeffreyphoto.com/ . #hakalau #birding #endemicbirds #hawaii #bigisland

Have you heard of our ‘I’iwi Fund? Named after Hawaii’s iconic scarlet red honeycreeper and the featured bird in our logo, represents our continued kuleana to support, care, and advocate for Hawaii’s native ecosystems, culture, and natural wonder! . 🏷️: #hawaiiforestandtrail #ecotourism #sustainability #community #hawaii #bigisland

A @bodyglovehawaii takeover is coming soon! - 07.2023 🏷️: #bigadventurehft #hawaiiforestandtrail #bodyglovehawaii #explorer #adventureawaits #hawaii #bigisland #ecotourism #snorkeling #hiking

Our staff was out and about exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National Park last Saturday to get the hottest shots! 📸 . We are running our Twilight Volcano Unveiled Adventures daily from Monday-Saturday. Click the link in our bio to book! . Media Credit: Jonathan, Jennifer, Jon, and Eugene 🏷️: #bigadventurehft #hawaiiforestandtrail #adventureawaits #epic #hawaii #bigisland #hawaiiisland #usgs #hawaiivolcanoesnationalpark #Kilauea #guides #staff #twilightvolcanounveiled

Watch as Kilauea Volcano reawakens in the pre-dawn hours on June 7, 2023!

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There are 3 days left to vote for Hawaii Forest & Trail on USA Today’s 10Best! Click the link in our bio to vote daily! • 🏷️ : #bigadventurehft #hawaiiforestandtrail #adventureawaits #usatoday #10best #nomination #vote #ecotourism #hawaii #bigisland #hawaiiisland #travel

We're hiring!

Join a team that is fun, caring, and committed to one another! We are looking for a full time Guest Service Representative.🎉🎉 The Guest Service Representative is a sales position and the first contact for inbound calls and emails for tour reservations. The department can be fast paced and high volume. This person should be high energy, able to multi-task, show attention to detail, and embrace company values and mission. To find out more, please visit www.hawaii-forest.com.

Maunakea Summit & Stars Giveback Experience

mālama - to take care of, tend to, preserve, and protect. How can you mālama Hawaii? 🌱 . It’s time to take a trip that gives back. A trip that allows you to mālama 'aina (to care for and nurture the land) while you’re here on Hawaii Island. Join us as we support the Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative to preserve and protect this critically endangered forest on our ✨Maunakea Summit & Stars Giveback Experience!✨ www.hawaii-forest.com/tours/maunakea-summit-stars-give-back-experience

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Temporary Closure Notice

TEMPORARY CLOSURE: Hawaii Forest & Trail has temporarily suspended tour operations until COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. We are still accepting on-line bookings for the future. New Tour Offerings

Ignite your sense of adventure with hikes through hidden forests, majestic waterfalls, volcanic caves, and lava tubes. View the sun rising from the summit of Maunakea or venture to Oahu for a tour of an organic farm; pick greens for a farm-to-fork lunch and hike a trail through the forested mountain ridge of Palehua as you savor breathtaking views of Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor and the coastline of Ko Olina. Spot endangered and endemic birds & wildlife on the Island of Hawaii or seek out the hidden birds on Oahu.

Hawaii Forest & Trail’s nature tours allow you to experience the splendor of Hawaii nei and inspire a deep connection with our natural world. For more than 25 years, we’ve offered tours in small groups, fully outfitted with day packs, walking staffs, rain gear, snacks, a meal, water, and sunscreen.

Our interpretive guides will share the history, culture, and stories of the island. We guarantee your time with Hawaii Forest & Trail will be highly rewarding and will give you a deeper appreciation of the incredible natural wonders of the Island of Hawaii and Oahu.