Guided Cloud Forest Tours
Extended Montane Jungle Trail
(2.5 hour sanctuary tour)
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Hawaiʻi’s tropical cloud forest on a peaceful 2.5-hour guided tour of the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary – family-forested with love since 1982.
Walk the Extended Montane Jungle Trail, surrounded by stunning rare trees, ferns, palms, bamboo, flowers, and the bird songs of native Hawaiian honeycreepers. Discover the unique climate, geology, and history of this lush ecosystem while learning about its delicate balance and human impact. Breathe fresh mountain air, calm your mind, relax your body, and connect deeply with nature on this unforgettable journey through a mile of sacred trails.
Details
This Tour is for you if:
- You love plants and forests and are ready to become an expert naturalist!
- You are eager to explore and learn about the only cloud forest in the United States!
- You want the full immersive Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary experience, including the Pan-Tropical Forest and the Montane-Tropical Forest trails.
- You are ready to ascend to the higher elevation parts of the Sanctuary that no other tour visits!
- You love birds and want to see and hear the native Hawaiian honeycreepers!
Duration & Schedule
- Offered daily 8:30am – 11:00am
What's Included
- Tranquility
- Lasting memories
- Appreciation & Respect
- Walking sticks
- Bug spray
- Water
- Photos
- Tree hugs
Click “Book Now” for additional information!
Pantropical Trail
(1.5 Hour Sanctuary Tour)
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Hawaiʻi’s tropical cloud forest on a peaceful 1.5-hour guided tour of the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary – family-forested with love since 1982.
Walk the Pantropical Lower Loop Trail, surrounded by stunning rare trees, ferns, palms, bamboo, flowers, and the bird songs of native Hawaiian honeycreepers. Discover the unique climate, geology, and history of this lush ecosystem while learning about its delicate balance and human impact. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, clear your mind, relax your body, and feel the calming energy of nature. This half-mile journey, with gentle elevation changes, offers a magical escape into the wonders of this sacred sanctuary.
Details
This Tour is for you if:
- You love plants and forests
- You are eager to explore and learn about the only Cloud Forest in the United States!
- You are booking for your family with young kids and would prefer a shorter tour
- Your group has less than 3 hours available to experience the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary but do not want to miss out
- You prefer a shorter walking tour that is about a half-mile long
What's Included
Offered daily 11:30am – 1:00pm
What's Included
- Tranquility
- Lasting memories
- Appreciation & Respect
- Walking sticks
- Bug spray
- Water
- Photos
- Tree hugs
Click “Book Now” for additional information!
Arrival Instructions: Arrive at Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary between 10 – 30 minutes prior to your reservation start time. *Disclaimer* All experiences start on time, and there is no late entry or refunds.
Our daily experiences schedule is designed intentionally for you to create a custom Cloud Forest Day Retreat and spend the day with us! Combine multiple experiences together on the same day for discounted rates. Add additional experiences to your cart during checkout, or view our Day Retreat Packages. *Availability is limited to specific days of the week for certain experiences.