Bird Tour at Kaʻena Point (Oʻahu)

Join Hawaiʻi Audubon Society for a bird tour at Kaʻena Point on Sunday, January 11!

Walking to Kaʻena Point is like walking to one of the northwest Hawaiian islands.  Being inside the predator exclusion fence is the closest one can get to being on a northwest Hawaiian island without actually visiting one.  We will first walk the 2.5 miles (between 5-6 total miles of walking round trip) on generally flat but rough, rocky, sandy and muddy in places with few stops in order to maximize our time at the point. Once there, we hope to see Laysan Albatross (mōlī) and evidence of other seabirds, rare and endangered plants, important cultural sites, and the dramatic vistas of both the north and south shorelines of Oʻahu. After an hour or so within the fenced area near the point, the guide will return to the meeting location.  Participants can return with the guide or choose to spend more time at Kaʻena Point or make their way back to their transport on their own at their leisure.

Tour leader: Keith Swindle
Tour size: limited to 10 people; HAS members and ʻElepaio subscribers have first preference for this hike.

A waiver will need to be filled out for this event, which will be provided to you after your registration has been confirmed.

What to bring: Please wear shoes with good traction and be prepared for hot, sunny weather. Bring lots of water, snacks, sun screen, a hat, binoculars (optional), and any personal medication you might need. There are no bathrooms available.
Where to meet: At the Kaʻena Point Trail Parking Lot in Waialua, on Farrington Highway.

Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM
Meeting Point: Kaʻena Point Trail Parking Lot, Waialua

To sign up, contact us at events@hiaudubon.org with your name, email address, and phone number.

**Please note that this field trip is geared towards those over the age of 11. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on this field trip. Please contact us if you need a service animal, as defined by the ADA, to participate. Please ensure the safety and well being of all by not attending a field trip if you are sick.