Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens
Zoo
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 a.m.
About
80+ animal species in a natural setting. This 12-acre reserve, the only natural tropical rainforest zoo in the U.S., features 80+ species.
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What to bring
▼Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:
- Comfortable shoes for walking
Best times to visit
▼To avoid crowds at Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens:
- Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
- Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
- Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance
Age appropriateness
▼This location is generally recommended for:
Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)
Details
- Address800 Stainback Hwy, Hilo, HI 96720, United States
- 📞Phone(808) 959-7224
- 🕒HoursMonday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Tuesday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Wednesday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Thursday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Friday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Saturday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Sunday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Features
Service options
- Onsite services: Onsite services available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom: Has wheelchair-accessible washroom
Offerings
- Gift shop: Has gift shop
Amenities
- Offers tours: Offers tours
- Petting zoo: Has petting zoo
Children
- Good for kids: Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
- Playground: Has playground
Parking
- Free parking lot: Free parking lot
- On-site parking: On-site parking
Nearby
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