This Luxurious Kauaʻi Resort Is Working To Preserve The Biodiversity Of Hawaiʻi

Formed roughly five million years ago from volcanic activity, the Hawaiian island of Kauaʻi has transformed into a lush paradise over the eons, even earning the nickname “The Garden Isle” thanks to its dazzlingly verdant landscapes. While the island is still a wonder to behold today, invasive flora and fauna have wreaked havoc on the endemic species that once thrived across the archipelago, threatening the delicate balance of Hawaiʻi’s biodiversity—but fortunately, some of the region’s finest resorts are creating innovative solutions to preserve the natural wonders of the islands.

Perched on the east coast of Lihue, Timbers Kauaʻi has been a haven for luxury travel since 1999—and in the modern era, this sprawling estate has enacted an ambitious program to support the surrounding wildlife known as…