Top Hawaii Bird Watching

The lush Manoa Valley Rainforest, home to a 150-foot (45-meter) waterfall, is a star attraction on Oahu, having been featured in movies such as 'Jurassic Park.' Getting there independently can be tricky, so join this guided tour that takes you there along an easy trail while introducing you to interesting Hawaiian cultural facts and history. Includes a healthy lunch made with local, organic products.

Birdwatching at Maui Bird House is a dynamic experience for both seasoned birders and beginners alike. Our workshop blends education with the fun of being outdoors. Listen to the beautiful chorus of Maui's birds and see how many birds live amongst the trees at our property. Participants enjoy stunning bi-coastal views views of the Pacific Ocean and neighboring islands: Lanai, Molokai, Kaho‘olawe and Molokini Crater. Turn around and you will see Haleakala National Park and the observatory. Enjoy delicious organic, farm to table snacks and beverages while you participate in birdwatching from two bird viewing stations. This will be a birdwatching experience you will be sure to enjoy.

Immerse into a developing working farm of 1+ year! Choose to play with goat kids, lambs, calf, and chicks, learn to milk, or walk a mini cow while discovering how it all connects to sustainability

Have the opportunity to admire wild manta rays in their natural habitat on this evening cruise. Go on a 3-minute boat ride after dark, when the manta rays come out to feed on plankton, and use a custom-made light board with 150,000 lm that attracts the rays. Float through the warm waters to watch as the rays swim and feed, and learn more about the majestic creatures from your guide.

Get the chance to see whales up close on a whale-watching trip off the coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Keep a look out for migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated tour brings you to some of the best viewing grounds aboard a catamaran. You’re able to hear the whales singing through the provided hydrophones.

Off Lahaina, Maui, enjoy eye-level whale watching from December to April, or dolphin watching and coastal sightseeing during the summer months. Travel aboard a small zodiac raft for unobstructed views, marine naturalist narration, and hydrophone listening to whale songs in season. Tours depart from 1223 Front Street in Lahaina, with snacks included on dolphin tours for an intimate and eco-friendly ocean experience.

Traveling on two wheels lets you go to places big vehicles can't reach and is one of the best ways to explore Hawaii. Honolulu's roads can get congested, though, which means it's all the better to head off the beaten path. This guided bike tour takes you to remote areas, through lush rainforest, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Best of all, riding an electric bike requires little effort.

Get up close with humpback whales near the Big Island of Hawaii on this guided, whale watching excursion. During Hawaii's whale season, the ocean is full of activity from humpback whales migrating from the Pacific Northwest to breed and nurse their young. Hear the whales with a hydrophone and learn about their behavior patterns from the certified naturalist guide. Snacks and light refreshments are provided.

Go whale-watching off the coast of Oahu on this excursion from Waikiki or Ko Olina. During the months from December to May, pods of humpback whales migrate through Hawaii's warm waters, and this tour guarantees whale sightings. With a small group of people, watch the gentle giants swim, feed, breach and play around your boat. In the rare event that you don't see any whales, you will be allowed to do the tour again for free. Snacks are included.

Explore a very unique and interactive farm experience, set in peaceful, rustic, Hawaiian countryside at Kauai's newest and only farm offering bottle-feeding to baby goats! This activity is only available for a few weeks out of the year, so come visit now for this customizable, private 45min - 1hr unforgettable experience. You'll play with friendly adult goats and learn all about baby goat and dairy goat care, with the highlight of bottle feeding our adorable and energetic baby nubian goats - just tiny bundles of joy and love. You will surely have Kodak moments and smiles during your visit. You'll also get a general tour of the farm and very likely have encounters with various other farm animals during your visit. Teas and fruit tastings from the farm upon seasonal availability! Learn about sustainability, conservation, and farm development. Discover our vision and upcoming offerings aimed at promoting agricultural education and technology.

On the Kona Coast and in Kealakekua Bay, the wildlife-watching isn’t seasonal—whales, dolphins, sharks, seals, birds, and more call this tropical paradise home year-round. On this tour, hop on a small, open-air zodiac, hear stories of old Hawaii, and zoom along the rugged coast spotting creatures big and small, wild and wonderful, going for a true ocean safari.

We are visiting a variety of the most beautiful and inspiring locations that the Big Island has to offer. At each location guests can either practice on their own (meditation gear provided, e.g. hammock, towels & blankets, giant bubble maker, etc,) or can participate in an interactive Dharma Talk about Mindful Meditation & the significance of Being Silent. We bring inspirational toys like giant bubble makers, or create Mandalas out of rocks, leaves or balance rocks on the beach. The program is aiming to establish one’s own Mindful Practice and being able to continue and nurture the practice afterwards. Dharma Talks are optional and custom tailored to the group at hand. Supplemental materials (teachings, Satsangs, Dharma Talks) are available as video / audio teachings to listen to and to discuss.