Spend three hours on a high-elevation Kona farm learning how coffee and chocolate are grown, processed, and tasted. Finish in the soap workshop, sampling plant-based, nonallergenic products made from farm-grown botanicals.
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You arrive at 1,200 feet above Kona and the Pacific stretches out below, a blue slab daring you to look away while the air smells faintly of wet earth and roasted beans.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves standing and short, gentle walks over uneven ground.
Wildlife
History
Kona’s coffee industry grew out of 19th-century immigrant labor and small family farms; volcanic soils from Hualālai and Mauna Loa created niche microclimates ideal for high-quality coffee.
Conservation
The farm emphasizes plant-based ingredients and low-impact processing; visitors are asked to avoid single-use plastics and respect cultivated areas to protect soil and native plants.
Reserve your spot on the Award Winning Farm Tour: Coffee, Chocolate and Unique Gifts today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early and ready
The tour starts promptly at 9:00 a.m.; give yourself extra time to navigate the short, rocky driveway and find parking.
Footwear matters
Paths are packed earth with occasional uneven spots—closed-toe shoes with some tread keep you comfortable during the walk.
Protect from sun and breeze
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a light windbreaker—elevation brings stronger sun and a cool morning breeze.
Bring a small cooler bag
If you plan to buy chocolate or soap, a small insulated bag helps protect temperature-sensitive chocolate on hot island days.
Closed-toe walking shoes
Provide traction on packed-earth paths and protect feet from rocky areas.
Wide-brim hat and sunscreen
Morning sun at elevation is strong—prevent sunburn during outdoor portions.
summer
Light jacket or windbreaker
Cooler breezes at 1,200 ft make an extra layer handy early in the day.
spring
Small insulated bag or cooler pack
Keeps purchased chocolate from melting on hot drives back to town.
summer