7 days a week • 1 hour • All Ages
Discover the Big Island’s abalone farm tours in Kailua-Kona, where sustainability meets hands-on marine adventure. Learn about organic abalone farming, taste fresh grilled abalone, and explore coastal marine life on this unique, eco-friendly tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
The abalone farm’s research supports conservation and sustainable aquaculture efforts, vital to Hawai‘i’s marine health.
Conservation
The farm maintains a 100% organic and sustainable approach, minimizing environmental impact and promoting ocean ecosystem balance.
Big Island Abalone
7 days a week • 1 hour • All Ages
Big Island Abalone is a Kailua-Kona, Hawaii-based aquaculture operator specializing in sustainable abalone farming and hands-on visitor experiences.
The business offers two main experiences: the Farm Tours, which provide guided access to a sustainable abalone farm where visitors learn about deep water research, organic growth processes, and abalone development stages; and the Mauka & Makai Farms Van Tour for Foodies, which visits lush Big Island farms and aquaculture sites to explore local ingredients before concluding with a self-grilling BBQ featuring fresh seafood, meats, and vegetables.
On farm tours, participants can hold abalone, observe coastal marine life, and taste grilled abalone along with Dulse seaweed and other local delicacies. The van tour focuses on immersive food experiences—feeling, touching, and tasting local produce—paired with practical demonstrations and a communal grilling experience.
Education and transparency are central to Big Island Abalone’s offerings: tours highlight aquaculture practices, ongoing deep water research, and the organic approaches used in abalone cultivation. Visitors learn about the lifecycle of abalone and the coastal ecosystem that supports them.
Big Island Abalone is featured on The Adventure Collective, where the tours and listings provide booking details and practical visitor information. Tours take place on the Big Island of Hawaii, with operations based in Kailua-Kona.
Location
Kailua-Kona
On Hawaii’s Big Island
Tours Offered
2 Experiences
Farm tour and foodie van tour
Seafood Focus
Abalone & Dulse
Grilled abalone and seaweed tasting
Hands-On
Interactive Visits
Hold abalone and learn onsite
Choose the Farm Tour or the Mauka & Makai Farms Van Tour for Foodies to learn about sustainable abalone farming, taste grilled abalone, and explore local Big Island ingredients.
Book in advance
Tours fill quickly due to limited group sizes—reserve your spot early to secure your preferred date.
Wear comfortable footwear
You’ll be walking around tanks and farm terrain, so sturdy, closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Bring a camera
Photography is allowed and encouraged, so capture your close encounters with abalone and marine life.
Try the grilled abalone
Don’t miss the included tasting—grilled fresh abalone is a local delicacy you won’t want to skip.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated in the warm Hawaiian sun during your farm tour.
summer
Sun hat
Protect yourself from strong tropical sun while outdoors.
summer
Light jacket
Evenings can be cooler, especially near the coast.
winter
Comfortable shoes
Essential for safely navigating the farm's pathways.