Saddle Road ExplorationsEasy walks or moderately demanding hikes are available on the Saddle Road Explorations, a road which is closed to most rental cars. Hikers love these areas and they have special attractions for birders and photographers. The "saddle" features a range of
landscape including historic-era lava flows pocketed with antique forests, which are home to several native birds.
Hawaiian Walkways is a charter member of the Hawaii Eco-Tourism Association, and received the "Tour Operators of the Year" Award in 2002.
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Activity Type
| Eco-Tours |
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Vendors
| Hawaiian Walkways |
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Island
| Big Island |
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Operation Days
| Daily |
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Where And When
| Time: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Waimea Starbucks (View Map) or Hilo Borders (View Map) at 8:30 a.m.
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Special Notes
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Light backpacks, Walking Sticks, Rain Wear, Food and Beverages (Deli-Style lunch, Cookies, Macadamia Nuts, Juice/Soda, and Bottled Water).
Naturalist Guide Services at the ratio of one guide per ten hikers.
NOTE: The footing on hardened lava is uneven and rocky. Closed-toed shoes are required. Because of the montane climate in the region, hikers need to be prepared for chilly, perhaps misty weather (with a light jacket/sweatshirt).
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