Hawaii is an excellent eco-tourism destination with a great emphasis on exploring the environment and learning about the rich Polynesian past. Archaeological sites abound around the islands, in particular on the Big Island of Hawaii and Kaua'i where ancient temples, petroglyphs and local lore are strong. Both islands are exceptional destinations for exploring the natural environment with hundreds of miles of State Park trails and sea kayaking and hiking in Kaua'i and exploring Volcano National Park on the Big Island being major attractions.
Hawaii's isolation from the world has created a unique and thriving natural environment. The islands host more than 1,400 native species of plant that are found only in Hawaii, although most of these are endemic and found only in the deep valleys and cliffs of the inaccessible mountains. Hawaii is also known for its unique bird life - there are 28 endemic species of Honeycreepers, some of which are found only on one island, others which inhabit all of the large islands. The Northern atolls are home to millions of nesting sea birds and although these islands are off limits to tourists, boobies, frigates and tropic birds can all be found nesting at the Kilauea Wildlife Refuge on Kaua'i along with the Hawaiian monk seal. Humpback whales visit the islands between November and April and the endangered hawksbill turtles thrive on the beaches of the Big Island.
Where to Go in Hawaii for Eco Tourism
Readers may also be interested in the following destinations:
Cook Islands Eco Tourism
Fiji Eco Tourism
Samoa Eco Tourism
Tonga Eco Tourism
Tahiti Eco Tourism
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