The Senses of Kona
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Port
Kona, Hawaii, US
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$229.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Awaken your senses of touch, taste, and smell with fresh island-grown products found in Kona's tropical agricultural environment. On this tasty tour, you'll visit unique island farms and learn how they transform their crops from field to finished product.
The slopes of Hualalai volcano feature rich volcanic soil that nourishes the crops to yield vibrant tastes. At Kokoleka Lani Farms, explore a grove of cacao trees and see ripe pods sliced open to reveal the raw beans. Learn about the cacao-to-cocoa transformation and sample the flavor of locally-made 70% dark chocolate.
Next stop -- the Kona Natural Soap Company. The owners will explain the intricacies underpinning their processes. Local ingredients such as Kona coffee, rainwater, cacao and kukui nut oil create a line of handcrafted soap and skincare products.
The brisk aroma of fresh coffee greets you at a farm high on the slopes of Hualalai volcano -- the award-winning Kona Joe Coffee. Learn how 100% Kona coffee is grown and processed, and don't miss the on-site roasting facility. Before leaving this idyllic spot, you'll relax with a cup of gourmet Kona coffee and a special coffee bean treat. Enjoy the magnificent scenery from the ocean-view lanai and take home a small bag of Kona coffee as a souvenir.
End your outing with a scenic journey down Ali'i Drive, along the coastline and through the heart of lively, historical Kailua-Kona town.
Notes:
Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Hulalalai is an active volcano; participate at your own risk.