Discover Maui’s Hidden Chocolate Haven: Exclusive Guided Cacao Farm Tour in Lahaina
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate physical shape able to walk 20 minutes over uneven terrain and manage one flight of stairs.
Overview
Explore Maui’s Ku’ia Estate Cacao Farm on a unique guided tour that reveals the secrets behind Hawaii’s largest chocolate production. Experience hands-on harvesting and indulge in a curated nine-piece tasting that brings the island’s terroir to your palate.
Exclusive Guided Cacao Farm Tour
1.5hrs • Come explore Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate Farm!
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About This Adventure
Experience the magic of Maui at Ku’ia Estate Cacao Farm, where you’ll explore Hawaii's largest chocolate factory and a stunning 20-acre cacao estate. Enjoy an interactive tour from “farm to bar,” learn harvesting techniques, and indulge in an exclusive 9-piece tasting of award-winning chocolate. A sweet adventure awaits!
Aloha and Welcome to Maui’s own Ku’ia Estate Cacao Farm!
Schedule
Start Times: 9am, 10am, 11am, 1:30pm
Tour Length:
1.5hrs
Ages:
3+ (children under 3 not allowed)
Come Explore Maui’s Ku’ia Estate Chocolate Factory!
Your journey begins at the Ku’ia Estates Chocolate Factory in Lahaina, the largest chocolate factory in the state of Hawaii.
Our tour guide then drives you to our private cacao estate, nestled in the foothills of the West Maui mountains. Featuring over 20 acres of cacao trees, our professional and friendly tour guides lead you from “farm to bar.” This interactive and educational tour introduces you to our cacao trees, the hands-on fruit harvesting techniques, and finishes with an exclusive 9-piece tasting of our award-winning chocolate.
- Suitable for families ages 3+ (children under 3 not allowed)
- Closed toed shoes recommended
- Visit a working chocolate farm
- Interactive and experiential
- Not ADA accessible
Adventure Tips
Wear Closed-Toe Shoes
The farm has uneven, mulched trails and a moderate flight of stairs, so sturdy closed-toe shoes are essential.
Bring Sunscreen and Bug Spray
This outdoor tour requires sun protection and insect repellent to stay comfortable throughout the walk.
Expect a Moderate 20-Minute Walk
Be prepared to walk slowly through the cacao groves on uneven ground; pace yourself for comfort.
Plan for Weather Changes
Light layers are recommended since Maui’s weather can vary, especially in the West Maui foothills.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Native Hawaiian honeycreepers
- Colorful monarch butterflies in the cacao grove
History
Lahaina’s history as a royal capital and whaling hub blends into the organic farming culture now flourishing at Ku'ia Estate.
Conservation
Ku'ia Estate is committed to organic farming and sustainable cacao cultivation practices to protect Maui’s delicate rainforest ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Closed-Toe Walking Shoes
Protect your feet on mulched, uneven terrain and stairs on the farm.
Sunscreen
Shield your skin from strong Hawaiian sun during the outdoor portions.
summer specific
Bug Spray
Keep insects at bay while walking through the cacao orchard.
summer specific
Light Layered Clothing
Be prepared for temperature changes during the tour, especially in cooler mornings or late afternoons.
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