Agri-Tourism

There is a growing trend where people are more aware of the food they consume. A curiosity of where the food originated and how it was produced. That trend is not only in daily lives and activities but it has also expanded to travel experiences. As a result, rural areas, farmland visits, vineyard tours, and hands-on experiences are becoming more popular when searching for activities when traveling to different destinations.

Pineapple Tour:  The Maui Pineapple Farm is located in upcountry Hali’imaile. There you will learn about the cycle of the pineapple and the cultivating techniques they use for the Maui Gold Pineapple. These are the very ones that have already been approved by the state for transport when you leave the islands. If you are interested in the tours, they usually take an hour and a half and are open daily. The best part is a tasty pineapple treat at the end of each tour.

Chocolate Farm:  Ku’ia Estate’s is the largest chocolate factory in the state and it is located in Lāhainā. This 20-acre cacao farm estate is home to cacao trees and a facility that produces chocolates. Friendly guides will take you on an immersive journey of how chocolate is grown, harvested and crafted. They offer a variety of tours and tastings on-site. Be sure to check them out, especially if you are a chocolate lover.

Maui Tropical Plantation: It begins with a 40-minute tour onboard the open air Tropical Express. Much of what you will see on the tour is seasonal and may include coconuts, bananas, jackfruit, coffee, papaya, macadamia nuts, plumeria, corn, avocado, sweet potato, mango, taro, herbs, and more. After the express tour, they will let guests roam designated pathways on the interior gardens. Tours are available daily except on Mondays.