World Botanical Gardens, Botanical garden in Hakalau, Hawaii.
World Botanical Gardens spans 300 acres of agricultural land along Mauna Kea's slope, featuring diverse tropical plant collections and the 100-foot Kamae'e Falls.
The Rainforest Walk section of World Botanical Gardens opened on July 4, 1995, marking the beginning of this horticultural destination on Hawaii's Big Island.
The gardens maintain an extensive collection of native Hawaiian plants and tropical species, providing educational opportunities about Pacific botanical heritage.
Visitors can access the gardens daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM through Highway 19, located 16 miles north of Hilo on the Hamakua Coast.
The property includes a zipline course that crosses over the rainforest canopy, allowing aerial views of the botanical collections and waterfalls.
Location: Hawaii
GPS coordinates: 19.90381,-155.13664
Latest update: March 15, 2025 21:03
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