The Big island has some exotic hikes ranging from volcano hikes to forest treks and birdwatching
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Big Island of Hawaii Hiking Tours
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Big Island of Hawaii hiking tours will present you with some Hawaii hiking experiences unavailable on other islands.
Arguably, the Big Island of Hawaii has a more variable selection of hikes than any other Hawaiian Island. The hiking Hawaii adventures include rainforest hikes, eco-tours, volcano tours, lava tube hikes, hikes through the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, waterfall hikes, Mauna Loa summit adventures, bird watching hikes, various wildlife hiking tours and a variety of nature walks, walking tours and sightseeing tours of the island.
- Perhaps the most exciting hikes are found in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Here you will be immersed in the fantastic terrain, microclimates, dynamic geology and flora of Kilauea Volcano, which is unique in the entire world. Huge craters, steaming vents and molten lava (when access is feasible) are among the possibilities here on the youngest and most active of the Island's five volcanoes. Trail routes here range from an easy "sampler" to hard-core 14 mile adventures. The usual amount is 6 miles.
- Other hikes will take you to the magnificent Waipio Valley. This route provides a rare opportunity to skirt the rim of the Islands most immense and best-loved valley. A historic trail takes you hiking to places where you can securely view the ocean and the valley floor well over 1000 ft below. Crucial times in Hawaii's past unfold in the scenery at your feet: imagination comes alive as your hiking guide's narration blends with the spectacular scenery to erase the bounds of time. The hiking, through rainforest and fields, over streams and waterfalls, is excellent. The setting is unmatched anywhere. A waterfall pool swim is generally a refreshing option on these Big Island of Hawaii hikes into Waipio Valley.
- Another fabulous hiking option would be one to the many bird watching hikes available on the Big Island. From the mountain to the sea...hike the cool sub-alpine forest of Mauna Kea in the morning and slowly bird your way down to an ancient Hawaiian fishpond at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in the afternoon. Endangered native species include the Palila, Nene, Aeo, Alaekeokeo, and the endangered Honu or Green Sea Turtle.
- No matter which type of hike, nature walk or sightseeing tour you arrange on the Big Island of Hawaii you will be treated to some of the very best hiking that the Hawaiian Islands have to offer. In preparation for your adventure however you should consider bringing a comfortable pair of hiking shoes and comfortable hiking clothing.
- Though not exactly considered a hike as such, the trips up to the summit of Mauna Kea offer views and provide an experience rivaling any that you’ll find on other hiking adventures. You’ll learn about the geography, geology and natural history of the island on the drive up the mountain. First you’ll stop to acclimate to the altitude at the Onizuka Visitors Center at 9000 ft. Guests will be served a soup and sandwich supper, and be fitted with parkas and gloves before continuing on the steep 1/2 hour drive to the top of Mauna Kea (13,796 ft). On the summit, your guide will point out the observatories as they begin to open their domes and rotate into position. There are great photo opportunities as sunset transforms the area into a beautiful spectacle. Then the tour descends to mid-mountain where using a large portable telescope you'll observe the treasures of the night sky and sip on hot chocolate.
Tom's Tips - Big Island of Hawaii Hiking Tours
- Hiking close to live lava flows on the Big Island of Hawaii is and experience you'll find hard to duplicate anywhere else in the world.
- Have you ever seen our nearest galaxy "Andromeda" through the lens of a telescope, the rings around Saturn or for that matter the craters of the moon. The Summit and Stars adventure just might "open your eyes".
- Did you know that some Hawaii hiking tours will allow you to take children under three along with you in a back-pack?
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Hawaii Forest and Trail Hawaii Forest and Trail offers guided nature adventure tours and guided hiking tours to a variety of remote and spectacular places on Hawaii's Big Island, introducing visitors to the incredible natural diversity of this largest of the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaii Forest and Trail has different nature hiking adventures, ranging from half day to full day tours. They share with guests pristine rainforests, rushing waterfalls, cliff side trails, rare birds, stargazing atop Mauna Kea and the awesome…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $118.90 - To: $1,925.90) |
Hawaiian Walkways Hawaiian Walkways is the original hiking company on the Big Island of Hawaii. Hawaiian Walkways was founded by Dr. Hugh Montgomery in 1984 and he is still the Quality Assurance Manager of the company. Mr. Montgomery is well known for his work with several local environmental organizations and has testified before the U.S. Congress with regard to Hawaii's first national hiking trail known as the Alakahakai. His wife, Kaulana, is a Hawaiian dancer and is immersed in and well versed in the…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $113.90 - To: $161.90) |
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Big Island of Hawaii Hiking Tours - The Big Island is a paradise for hikers of any skill level. As the name implies, the Big Island is huge and it has so many different and varied types of hikes to offer. Certainly the first to come to the mind of many visitors are the hikes into the Hawaii Volcano’s National Park and these are rarely disappointing. Often your able to come within a stone’s through of the slow moving molten lava making it way down the mountain. Among the other interesting options of hikes are those visiting the breathtaking Waipio Valley with its rainforests, fields, streams and waterfalls and the absolutely stunning full day bird-watching hikes that take you deep into the interior of the island.
