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1 hour 30 minutes
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Discover the beauty of Kona's Cloud Forest with the Pantropical Forest Tour at Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. This 1.5-hour guided walking tour immerses you in a lush landscape filled with diverse plant species from tropical regions worldwide. Stroll along scenic trails and learn about the forest’s unique geology, biology, and human impact, while gaining insight into vital conservation efforts. As you explore, enjoy the fresh air, admire towering trees, ferns, and vibrant flowers, and listen to the calls of native Hawaiian birds. This tour offers a deeper connection to nature and an opportunity to experience the rare beauty of this cloud forest ecosystem. Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility, the Pantropical Forest Tour is a truly enriching experience.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Guides
Expert knowledge of the Kona Cloud Forest
Bathrooms at trailhead
Lunch / Food / Water
Merch for puchase
Professional photos
Rain jackets
Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary
Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, 73-1865 Hao St, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-9139
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
AussiesLuvToTravel,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This is a great way to spend 1 & 1/2 hours slowly strolling through nature, stopping and taking in everything around you. A lovely, peaceful forest and a great guide (Bri). Would highly recommend when in Kona.
S133RFphilw,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
My friend and I absolutely enjoyed this tour. Our guide, Brie, was very informative, and one could tell that she was very enthusiastic to share the forest with us.
AmyM3658,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Taran was an excellent and knowledgeable guide! Her passion for nature and the surrounding forest was awe-inspiring! A must see when in Kona!
cpY2760XK,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent tour - very knowledgeable guide, Anna. She will leave you with super interesting facts and stories about this 15 acre reforestation program. Beautiful trees and plants, super chill hike. If you are visiting the big island, immerse yourself into this jungle paradise!
A1355AGreneer,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Anna is an awesome guide. She is very educated and clearly loves what she does and shares that with others everyday. The sights and sounds were very soothing. Most relaxed I have ever felt on a hike. I would recommend the 2.5 hour tour if you have time because we didn't want to leave and were sad when the tour was over. Also, if you see the rooster in the forest, say Hei Hei.😁 We went on Halloween and they dressed up! Too cute. I give 11 out of 10. If you feel like the fee is too high, just know that it is supporting a wonderful.conservation effort and if it wasn't for the founder and his family dedicating there lives to a cause they believe in, this one and only U.S. cloud forest wouldn't exist today. Also, I believe the guy who checked us in was named Jason? But he was awesome too.




jewel cambria,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
My husband and I took some friends with us to the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary for a sound bath and a guided hike through the cloud forest. This was my second visit to the sanctuary and I enjoyed it just as much the second time as the first time. I highly recommend both experiences. The sound bath is a meditation in the cloud forest to the sounds of gongs, singing bowls, and chimes. It was very relaxing to listen to the musical sounds as well as he bird songs, as we let the stresses of life leave us and immerse ourselves into the natural surroundings. Our guide on the forest hike was excellent. It was obvious that he loved the sanctuary, loved nature, and loved meeting new people. We learned a lot about the forest plants and ecosystem. There was a light rain during the entire hike which added to the ambiance of being in a cloud forest. I highly recommend this experience for both Big Island residents and visitors.
CatM50,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Peaceful Walk through the Cloud Forest Informative experience. Anna was great as she explained the hybrid reforestation. We learned the names of several trees. Loved the beautiful trunks of the Rainbow Eucalyptus. Would like to try the Sound Meditation the next time.
Cis B,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Bree treated us to a meaningful experience conecting to nature. She talked about connections and breathing in nature.
350willg,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Daniel was great. Passionate and informative. He did a phenomenal job. The hike was absolutely beautiful. Highly recommended PS: ask Daniel why Koala’s aren’t considered bears




annmarieo383,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This tour was amazing and well worth the admission fee. It was so peaceful and beautiful in the forest. The 90 minutes seemed like we were in a protected bubble, isolated from the rushing world we came from. Our guide, Bri was terrific! She is very knowledgeable and generously shared her love of the forest. We will definitely return on our next visit to the island.

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