ATV/UTV tours through the Kona coffee belt combined with Polynesian cultural experiences, tiki carving, and fruit tasting. Great for families who want off-road adventure with cultural learning. Check age and weight requirements before booking.
One of the most underrated free coffee farm tours on the island — knowledgeable guides who have worked the Kona coffee scene for decades. Beyond coffee you'll learn about a mango orchard with 10 varieties, Hawaiian apple bananas, Sharwell avocados, white guavas, and native Hawaiian plants. Tastings at the end include medium roast, dark roast, and the beloved Kona Joy specialty roast. Free coffee tasting after the tour. Closed Sundays. Pairs perfectly with nearby Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau.
Hawaii's largest honey producer — free museum with beehive viewing through a safe screened area and honey tastings. Kids are fascinated watching the bees up close. Closed weekends. Pair with Greenwell Farms and Kealakekua Bay for a great South Kona day.
Voted Hawaii's Best Farm Tour 2021 and 2023–2026 by Hawaii Magazine. One of the oldest coffee farms in Kona established in 1850. Free 45–60 minute farm tour with coffee tasting before and after — no reservation needed. Uneven terrain — wear good shoes. Low pressure and family friendly.
The only vanilla farm in the United States — tours include learning about vanilla cultivation and tasting vanilla-infused dishes. A uniquely Hawaiian experience families won't find anywhere else. Located in the Hāmākua area — pairs well with a scenic drive along the coast.
Perched above the Kona Coast with breathtaking panoramic ocean views — one of the most scenic coffee farm settings on the island. Award-winning 100% Kona Coffee grown on site since 1994. The Bean to Brew Tour is the signature experience — an hour walking through orchards learning the full seed-to-cup process with unlimited tastings. The Paniolo Roasting Experience lets you hand-roast your own bag of coffee cowboy-style to take home. Seven friendly farm cats roam the property — kids love meeting them. Reservations strongly recommended.
Kaʻū coffee has beaten Kona coffee in world competition and most visitors have never heard of it — this is the hidden gem of Big Island coffee tours. Free guided tours walk you through the orchards and roasting facility with complimentary tastings of award-winning small-batch roasts. Full espresso bar, homemade sandwiches, macadamia nut iced lattes, and outdoor seating overlooking the coffee orchard. Perfect stop when driving between Volcano and Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach. The peaberry medium roast is legendary.
One of the most awarded coffee farms in Kona — world-famous for its unique trellis growing system that trains coffee trees like grapevines. Free self-guided tour anytime during open hours — no reservation needed. Upgrade to the guided tour for coffee and chocolate tasting with a souvenir mug. The Interactive Roasting Experience lets you roast your own beans to take home. Full coffee bar, baked goods, and stunning Kona Coast views from the deck.
Hawaii's largest organic Kona coffee producer set in a stunning cloud forest on the slopes of Hualalai volcano — completely different scenery from the Highway 11 farms. Free 20-minute guided tours run every 30 minutes with coffee tasting included. Add the $10 family nature trail walk for a beautiful hike through lava tubes and lush forest with panoramic views at the end. Sheep roam the property as natural weeders — kids love spotting them. About 20 minutes from downtown Kona up a winding road.
An immersive experience rooted in sustainable agriculture and Hawaiian culture — guided orchard walks, hands-on roasting, and freshly brewed estate coffee tastings. Book through their website which provides driving directions and a unique gate code for access. Daily tours available. A newer operation with a strong focus on connecting guests to the land and Hawaiian coffee heritage.