Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens

800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo, Hawaii 96720 USA

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Free

Free to Visit

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Opens Thu 10a

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“a tropical rainforest zoo”

Located on the "Big Island" of Hawaii, this 12 acre zoo is the only tropical rainforest zoo in the United States. It is home to more than 80 animal species including the endangered Nene (Hawaii State Bird) and Namaste', a white Bengal Tiger.

Reviewed by
Lynn R.

February 09, 2024

If anyone is even thinking about not going to the zoo, you better think again. I am from San Diego and we have one of the best zoos in the world but this little local zoo is amazing. The selection... Read more

Reviewed by
Katherine A.

November 26, 2023

What an amazing little park! It's a zoo, it's a botanical garden, it's a playground, it's free! The park is a great place to take kids. The park/grounds are beautiful, filled with tropical... Read more

Reviewed by
Xiaojian D.

November 20, 2023

This is a FREE zoo (even parking's free) and not only do you get to see animals, but there also various native tropical plants. I also love the numerous peacocks that roam around the place. It's... Read more

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