Pana’ewa Zoo Map (2023)
Planning your visit to Hilo’s lush rainforest zoo?
Panaʻewa Zoo, officially known as Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, is a 12-acre tropical zoo in Hilo, Hawaii. It features over 80 animal species, including white Bengal tigers and lemurs, and showcases native Hawaiian plants. The zoo emphasizes conservation, education, and free public access.
The most up-to-date Pana’ewa Zoo Map helps you find standout spots like the Tiger Forest and the Tropical Garden Pavilion with ease. Navigate to the white-handed gibbons or catch the free-roaming peacocks near the picnic area.
Don’t miss the petting zoo or the shaded playground tucked under giant banyan trees. Every turn holds something wild—this map keeps your adventure grounded.
Pana’ewa Zoo Map 2023
The most significant Pana’ewa Zoo Map 2023 update is the extensive renovation of the pueo (Hawaiian short-eared owl) exhibit, which included new aviary mesh, fresh paint, and the addition of native plants to enhance the habitat. The renovated exhibit also welcomed a rescued pueo named Lilinoe, who could not be returned to the wild and is now under the zoo’s care. These improvements enhance both the visitor experience and the welfare of native wildlife at the zoo.
Printable Pana’ewa Zoo Map PDF 2023
FAQ
How long does Panaewa zoo take?
A visit to Panaewa Rainforest Zoo typically takes about one to two hours. The zoo is relatively small, making it easy to explore all exhibits and gardens within this timeframe. Most visitors find 1–2 hours sufficient to see the animals and enjoy the grounds.
What animals are at the Panaewa zoo?
Panaewa Rainforest Zoo is home to over 80 animal species, including Bengal tigers, spider monkeys, lemurs, anteaters, two-toed sloths, a variety of birds such as macaws and the endangered nene goose, reptiles like green iguanas and poison dart frogs, and several amphibians. The zoo also features a petting zoo with rabbits, chickens, guinea pigs, ponies, tortoises, and goats. Visitors can see both native Hawaiian and exotic rainforest animals throughout the zoo.
What are the opening hours of Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo?
Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., except on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and the first Thursday of each month when it is closed.
How much does it cost to visit Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo?
Admission to Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo is currently free for everyone, but starting July 1, 2025, adult county residents will pay $4, while resident seniors (60+) and children (18 and under) will remain free. Non-county resident adults will pay $12, non-resident children ages 3–17 will pay $5, and children under 3 will enter free; an annual pass for residents will be available for $25.
