Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge – Kilauea, Hawaii

This wildlife refuge is where a love of both nature and tropical vacation destinations intersect. Opened in 1985, it’s a wonderful place to observe seabirds like Laysan albatross, red-footed boobies, and red- and white-tailed tropicbirds.

But there are opportunities for non-birders as well, as Kilauea offers chances to see spinner dolphins, humpback whales, Hawaiian monk seals, and green turtles. Once you’ve had your wildlife fill, you can tour the nearby, 100-year-old Daniel K. Inouye Kīlauea Point Lighthouse.