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VISIT US
The Center for Community Education at HIMB offers a unique opportunity for the public to visit Moku o Loʻe. All programs require that participants bring signed waivers and pay program fees. To make a reservation, please email us at himbcep@hawaii.edu.
Due to safety considerations, children must be 5 years of age and up to participate. All participants need to be able to climb in and out of small boats, up and down several pier steps, navigate one to two steep hills, walk on uneven paved and non-paved pathways, and complete the entire ~ 1 mile tour at the pace of the group they are with.
Please Note: The HIMB parking lot is undergoing construction. At this time, groups must walk down and up a steep hill to access the pier.
EDUCATIONAL WALKING TOUR
We offer tours on weekday mornings and afternoons for groups of 12 or fewer, families with children (ages 5 and up), individuals, and community groups.
The public is invited to take a two-hour guided tour of Moku o Loʻe, home to the Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
This features a boat ride followed by a guided two-hour walk around Moku o Loʻe. Participants learn about the island's unique history, experience various research projects taking place, and have the opportunity to interact with invertebrates at our touch table.
TOUR COST
Starting at a flat fee of $100 for the first 1-3 participants, plus $30 per additional participant.
If kamaʻaina or military, fee reduces to $15 per additional participant.
Maximum group size is 12 participants per tour.
ʻOHANA SATURDAYS
Weekend programs are now being offered on the first Saturday of the month, from 9 AM to 11 AM
Kamaʻāina rate is $20/person, and Out-of-State rate is $25/person.
Perfect for anyone 5 years of age or older, this program offers a unique opportunity to connect with current ocean research and learn more about Hawaiian ecosystems.
EXPEDITION TO MOKU O LOʻE
A custom lab program for individuals or families interested in a deeper understanding of the oceans and the chance to be a marine biologist for a day.
Participants become visiting marine biologists in this custom, 3-hour program.
Hands on activities vary depending on conditions and availability, but will typically include an invasive algae/invertebrate lab or a plankton lab followed by a walking tour.
LAB COST
Minimum of either 2 person or $225.00.
Out-of-State: $125/person.
Kamaʻaina: $100/person.