Learning Adventures

Science in Hamakua

Umauma Falls at World Botanical Gardens

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden: A commercial 40-acre rainforest preserve with more than 2,000 species of tropical plants from around the world. Ferns, palms, heliconia and other beautiful and rare tropical species attract botanists, gardeners and scientists from around the world. 27-717 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Papaikou. (808) 964-5233 www.hawaiigarden.com. Papaikou.

World Botanical Gardens: Savor the beauty of our Botanical Gardens; view the spectacular triple-tiered Umauma Falls; and stroll beneath a tropical forest alongside a cascading stream on our peaceful Rainforest walk. Take in panoramic views of the Pacific and of Mauna Kea. www.wbgi.com