Hawaii Forest & Trail

Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail is a locally owned adventure tour company based in Kailua-Kona, running guided trips across some of Hawaiʻi Island's most striking landscapes — from volcanoes to waterfalls to the summit of Maunakea. The kamaʻāina rate applies across the board, making it easy for residents to explore parts of their own island that can be hard to reach independently.

The kamaʻāina deal

• Kamaʻāina receive 20% off any adventure
• Valid Hawaiʻi ID required

What to expect

Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail runs small-group guided tours to spots that are genuinely difficult to visit on your own, including views of active volcanic activity, hidden waterfalls tucked into the island's rainforest zones, and sunset trips to the summit of Maunakea — at nearly 13,800 feet, one of the best stargazing and sunset viewpoints in the state. The company also runs birding-focused tours highlighting Hawaiʻi Island's native and endemic forest birds, several of which are found nowhere else on Earth.

Good to know

As a locally owned and operated company, Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail frames its tours around a deeper connection to the ʻāina (land) rather than just sightseeing — small groups, knowledgeable local guides, and an emphasis on the natural and cultural history of each site. Maunakea in particular is both a globally significant astronomical site and one of the most sacred mountains in Hawaiian culture, and guided tours typically include context on both.

Who it's best for

Residents who want to see the parts of Hawaiʻi Island that are hardest to access solo — waterfalls off the beaten path, volcanic landscapes, or a proper Maunakea sunset — without arranging permits, 4WD vehicles, or navigation themselves.

How to book

Book direct at hawaii-forest.com, and bring a valid Hawaiʻi ID at check-in to receive the kamaʻāina rate. Confirm current tour options, pricing, and availability with Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail before booking.

A valid Hawaiʻi ID is required for kamaʻāina offers. Terms and blackout dates may apply — confirm current details with the business. Listed via the Hawaiʻi Visitors & Convention Bureau.