Join a guided van tour through Hawaii’s lush farms and aquaculture sites, culminating in a self-grilling seafood barbecue. Discover tasting, touching, and learning about Big Island’s unique local ingredients in this immersive culinary adventure.
Join a guided van tour through Hawaii’s lush farms and aquaculture sites, culminating in a self-grilling seafood barbecue. Discover tasting, touching, and learning about Big Island’s unique local ingredients in this immersive culinary adventure.
Book with Big Island Abalone
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Big Island Abalone · Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels, including those with limited mobility
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and offers a hands-on experience perfect for all ages.
Vegetarian options can be accommodated; please specify dietary needs in advance.
Arriving 15 minutes early is recommended to ensure a smooth start.
The tour includes transportation from designated meet-up points within Kailua-Kona.
Please inform us in advance; we can accommodate common allergies for the BBQ.
Most farm sites are accessible, but please contact us beforehand to discuss specific needs.
Big Island has a long tradition of fishing and farming that dates back centuries, shaping its vibrant culinary culture.
Big Island Abalone emphasizes sustainable aquaculture practices to protect Hawaii’s marine ecosystems for future generations.
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.
Book with Big Island Abalone