Top 12 Maui Plantation
and Farm Tours

Here, you and your family will love exploring nature and meet some very friendly animals including rescued donkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, deer, cats, geese, rabbits, tortoises, ducks, and a happy cow. Leilani Farm Sanctuary was named after the farm’s first rescue animal, a donkey named Leilani.

This animal haven was created by Laurelee Blanchard. Her vision to provide care and shelter for rescued animals and those who have suffered from abuse is realized in this beautiful animal sanctuary. She also aims to aid the community by providing educational programs for school groups and special needs visitors, as well as offering tours to the public.

Blanchard recently released a book, “Finding Paradise: Leilani Farm Sanctuary of Maui.” The book tells the story of her life and how she eventually abandoned her pursuit of money to begin a new adventure, saving abused and abandoned animals on Maui. Her book also takes readers through a sightseeing tour of her life running a sanctuary for rescued animals, with beautiful photos that genuinely depict what one sees when they set foot on the grounds of Leilani Farm Sanctuary. We highly recommend a tour of this fantastic spot. You and your family will enjoy the overwhelming sense of peace and love for mother nature and all of her creatures.

Over 15 years ago, O’o Farm started with an empty piece of Upcountry land with sparse citrus, stone fruit, and coffee trees. Today, O’o Farm is recognized nationally for their outstanding level of quality as well as their commitment to organic farming and delivering true “farm to table” produce to Hawaii restaurants. The O’o Farm that was once a barren land is now home to mature coffee and fruit trees, rows of garden vegetables and lettuce varieties, and greenhouses abundant with Maui tomatoes, herbs and flowers.

Two of O’o Farm’s most popular farm tours are the Gourmet Lunch & Farm Tour, and the ‘Seed to Cup’ Coffee Tour. Guests will enjoy the panoramic island views from this sweet locale. Make sure to ask about their wine dinners too!

• On the 8-acre farm, O’o Farm locally grows high quality organic produce, herbs, coffee, and flowers.
• O’o Farm maintains their commitment to organic farming and delivering true “farm to table” produce to Hawaii’s restaurants.
• Check out their two farm tours: Gourmet Lunch & Farm Tour, “Seed to Cup” Coffee Tour.

Hali’imaile’s pineapple tour is a great Maui activity to do with the whole family—kids will love tasting fresh pineapple slices and learning that pineapples do not grow on trees! The tour also is very educational, and all guests will have a chance to learn more about pineapple’s history on Maui, growing seasons and cycles, and the way that pineapple is cultivated in Upcountry Maui.

The tour begins with a walk around the property, then a chance to see how they are harvested, packed and finally shipped. Besides an opportunity to taste Maui’s sweet pineapples, all tour guests will be gifted with a pineapple of their very own at the end of the tour.

• The only pineapple tour in Maui and the only tour of a working pineapple plantation in the United States!
• Learn about Maui’s pineapple growing history, cycles, and cultivation techniques.
• Taste different pineapple at different stages
• Each guest gets a gift of pineapple to take home!

All electricity at this Maui farm is solar powered, the water comes from a well, and all waste is organized and broken down into trash, flammables, compost, and recyclables. Ono Farms is one of the largest tropical fruit farms in the State of Hawaii and perhaps the largest 100% operating and producing organic farms in Hawaii. The most popular products from Ono Farms are exotic fruits and vegetables, late and their Arabica coffee. More products made on Maui by Ono Farms are Jams and Jellies, Fruit Butters, Marmalade, Rubs & Spices, Organic Coffee and a selection of amazing Foaming Body Butters like the Lavender-Rosemary and Hawaiian Sea Salt, and the Coconut Cream Pie.

When you plan your next trip to Hana, make sure to organize an ‘Exotic Tropical Fruit, Coffee, and Chocolate Tasting Adventure Tour’ at Ono Organic Farms. Here, guests of all ages will have a rare chance to tour a working Maui farm, taste samples of the most delicious organic fruits, sip on Ono’s famous Arabica coffee and taste their ono chocolate. Ono Organic Farms offers a tour open to the public on Tuesday only with a cost of $45. They are available to book private tours Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at a higher rate.

• Ono Farms started 42 years ago by the Boerner family and still continues today, four generations later in Hana, Maui.
• One of the most beautiful displays of organic farming and sustainable off-grid production.
• You may recognize Ono Farms products such as their chocolates, Arabica coffee, Jams and Jellies, Fruit Butters, Marmalade, Rubs & Spices, Organic Coffee and a selection of amazing Foaming Body Butters like the Lavender-Rosemary and Hawaiian Sea Salt, and the Coconut Cream Pie.
• When you plan your next trip to Hana, make sure to organize an ‘Exotic Tropical Fruit, Coffee, and Chocolate Tasting Adventure Tour’ at Ono Organic Farms.

There are seven main stages at the Petting Zoo. At the Miniature Horse & Donkey stage, guests can pet and feed the miniature horses and donkey. At the Ram and Sheep stage, visitors will learn why the sheep have horns, have a chance to feed the ram and see how he sheds his coat in the tropical climate. At the Goat stage, guests will learn the difference between sheep and goats while feeding them. The Pond stage is immense fun for the little ones with a treasure egg hunt around the pond, a chance to catch tadpoles in the Tilapia pond and some time to watch the ducks and maybe find some baby ducklings. At the Chicken Coop stage, guests can learn more about chicken varieties, their different egg sizes, and colors. Last but not least, the Piggy Stage is one of everyone’s favorites because you can pet and feed the Kunekune Hawaiian miniature pig!

The Petting Zoo at the Maui Animal Farm is by reservation and only available Monday – Saturday from 9:30-11am. Entrance to the Petting Zoo is $25 per person. Kama’aina rates are available every Saturday*

• Different stages of the petting zoo. Miniature Horse & Donkey, Ram and Sheep, Goat, Pond, Chicken Coop, and Piggy stages.
• Can be visited with reservation only.

Fresh herbs grown at Evonuk Farms includes Arugula and Basil varieties, Chervil, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Fennel Leaves & Bulbs, Lemon Grass, Mint, Marjoram, Oregano, Parsley varieties, Tarragon, Thyme, and more specialty herbs. Evonuk lettuces include Green and Red Leaf lettuces, Romaine and more seasonal varieties. Their list of fresh produce varies by season, and they are well known for their French Beans, Yellow Wax Beans, Black Beauty Eggplant, Purple Rain Eggplant, Radish and Beets.

You will find Evonuk Farms listed as a vendor for a wide range of well-known restaurants on Maui including Flatbread Company in Paia, Market Fresh Bistro in Makawao, Ka’ana Kitchen at the Andaz Resort in Wailea, the luxurious Humuhumunukunukuapua’a at the Grand Wailea Resort and more. Guided tours of Evonuk Farms in Maui are available to the public. They are by appointment only and cost $50 for a party of 1-5, and $10 extra per person over a group of 5.

• What started as a 4-acre herb growing land is today a 29-acre land.
• List of herbs they grow: Arugula and Basil varieties, Chervil, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Fennel Leaves & Bulbs, Lemon Grass, Mint, Marjoram, Oregano, Parsley varieties, Tarragon, Thyme, and more specialty herbs and other produce.
• Evonuk Farms are a vendor for many well-known restaurants in Maui.
• Tours are available with appointment only.

Their horticultural passion also extends to PONOinfusions, their e-commerce venture offering a variety of wholesale, 100% certified organic Maui teas and tisanes. These fine blends cater to the hospitality industry, gracing tables in a handful of Hawaii cafes, spas, and hotels.

On the 1-hour “Meet the Tea” Farm Tour, guests can enjoy a guided walking tour of the farm followed by a tea tasting. The tour is perfect for visitors of all ages, and is a really cool way to learn about Maui-specific organic farming and tea cultivation.

Alex and Andrea are not just farmers but educators and hosts, sharing their tea expertise through farm tours, tastings, and private events. Their commitment to sustainable farming and quality tea production is evident, making Maui Tea Farm a unique destination for nature lovers and enthusiasts.

At the Maui Tea Farm, guests can immerse themselves in the de Roode family dream, experiencing the harmony of nature and the art of tea cultivation.

*Please note that this farm is not ADA accessible, but arrangements can be made by contacting them in advance.

A real sense of ‘aloha’ can most definitely be experienced from the Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm. Guests can easily check out their ‘Daily Guided Walking Tours’ to learn more about lavender cultivation, the many lavender species, and Kula’s interesting micro-climate. The staff, gardeners, and groundskeepers are incredibly knowledgeable of sustainable horticulture and all lavender species. Your sense will be on a calm overload as you breathe in the peace, beauty, and tranquility of this beautiful Maui farm.

Spend an afternoon visiting the Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm and stroll through the elaborate gardens while enjoying a sweet conversation with your friends at one of the hidden rest areas. The view faces towards the South Maui coastline, which allows breathtaking water-colored scenes of the Pacific Ocean stretching all the way to the West Maui Mountain Range.

Make sure to check out the onsite Lavender boutique where you can find an abundance of locally made Lavender-infused goods. Each product has been developed by the Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm integrating sustainability, innovation and a love for the Island of Maui. The view from this farm is genuinely unreal — one that you will look forward to visiting more than once!

• Cultural landmark for Maui residents and visitors, founded by agricultural artist and Horticultural Master Ali’i Chang.
• Kula Lavender Farm carries over 45 varieties of lavender and approximately 55,000 lavender plants.
• Daily Guided Walking Tours available to learn more about lavender cultivation, the many lavender species, and Kula’s interesting micro-climate
• Be sure to visit Lavender boutique and cafe with a variety of lavender goodies.

The goal of the Maui Dragon Fruit Farm is to “encourage people to live in harmony with the land while striving for economic prosperity” (mauidragonfruit.com, 2019).

The Maui Dragon Fruit Farm is one of the few Maui farms that offer tours and adventures! Here guests can taste delicious organically grown Maui foods, learn about organic farming and sustainability, and experience adventure tours under the guidance of knowledgeable staff full of aloha. The adventure tours are great for families with kids (5 years and up) — you can choose a zip-line tour or aqua ball riding.

Guided Farm Tours are a great way to experience this West Maui farm. The tour begins with a story about how the farm started, the health and nutritional values of the Dragon Fruit, history and information about Maui’s biggest crops and the chance to stroll through everyday farm operations. Guided Farm Tours at the Maui Dragon Fruit Farm are daily between 1-2pm. Adults and children 5-12 years old are $14.95 and children under five years old are free.

Just an FYI, Dragon Fruits are in season from June to December so you may want to visit the Maui Dragon Fruit Farm during the summer and fall months*

• One of the few Maui farms that offer tours and adventures! Learn about organic farming and sustainability, and experience adventure tours, great for families with kids (5 years and up) — you can choose a zip-line tour or aqua ball riding.
• FYI Dragon Fruit season is between June to December, so we recommend visiting during summer and fall.

All kids love this Maui farm because they get to taste yummy treats and have a chance to feed the goats! Surfing Goat Dairy offers a Casual Tour, Evening Chores & Milking Tour, the Grand Dairy Tour and a host of fun monthly events.

The Casual Tour takes place every day between 10am-3:30pm and reservations are not required. The cost is $8 for kids and $12 for adults. The Evening Chores & Milking Tour takes place Monday through Saturday at 3:15pm and reservations are recommended. The cost is $14 for kids and $17 for adults.

The most detailed tour available at the Surfing Goat Dairy is the Grand Dairy Tour. This tour takes place every Saturday from 9-11am. During the Grand Dairy Tour guests can feed goats, see the entire cheese making process and sample most of the cheeses produced at this Maui dairy. The cost is $28 per person. Definitely make reservations for this tour*

The specialty shop at the Surfing Goat Dairy is a great place to pick up a selection of Maui gifts and souvenirs. Peruse over 30 types of Maui made cheeses, 18 of which are National Award Winners.

• All the kids love this place, as they get to feed and touch the goats.
• Known for their award-winning Goat milk cheeses, gourmet Goat cheese truffles, Goats Milk soaps, and family-friendly Maui agricultural farm tours.
• Surfing Goat Dairy offers a Casual Tour, Evening Chores & Milking Tour, the Grand Dairy Tour and a host of fun monthly events.

New owner and Master Chocolatier, Virginia Douglas, really knows her chocolate! Douglas is famous for her ability to showcase the beauty of the islands bright flavors in an exquisite blend of taste and color. She is an expert at fusing amazing chocolate with fresh locally sourced ingredients that include flowers, nuts, spices, and fruits.

Guests will truly enjoy this amazing chocolate experience. Imagine tasting delicious chocolates that have been hand-made, in small batches, by a true artisan, while learning everything there is to know about chocolate making on Maui. This is a fun and educational excursion for families with kids seven years and up.

You can find Maui Chocolate Tasting’s new production kitchen in North Kihei behind the Tesoro Gas Station, on Maui’s South Shore. We promise that you will be amazed by the knowledge you gain, leaving you with a real understanding of what it really takes to make good chocolate. Be advised that the farm sits at 1900 ft elevation and will require some moderate walking up and downhill, so please plan accordingly!

The farm can be found in Waikapu. and is a prime spot for earnest travelers, nature enthusiasts, and food lovers. The beautiful landscapes here are the perfect backdrop for memorable photos. As such, the farm is a popular spot for both locals and visitors. Whether guests hope to take their families for an educational outing, or to explore the peaceful grounds with a loved one, the farm’s tours will have something for everyone to enjoy. They currently offer two tours:

Taste of Hawaii: A Maui Farm Tour

Guests will have the chance to indulge in fresh fruit, sip ice-cold sugar cane juice, and savor some rare and tasty treats. This tour makes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as it connects guests with the natural bounty of the island, and shows off the sustainable methods in use by the farm.

Farm to Taco: A Farm to Table Cooking Class

This is a hands-on cooking class that shows guests how to craft tortillas from scratch and to harvest fresh ingredients for their tacos straight from the farm. They’ll even get to make some banana “ice cream!” It’s a fun and educational way to take part in the full farm-to-table journey.

Beyond their tours, La Kahea Community Farm hosts a wide range of workshops and classes. Topics include soil and composting, native Hawaiian canoe crops, tree grafting and planting, and the principles of regenerative agriculture. These sessions are hands-on and provide a closer look into local sustainable farming practices.

La Kahea Community Farm is the perfect place for guests to set out on a remarkable journey into the heart of Maui’s agrarian paradise. Book your spot on a tour today to take in all of the beauty and flavors of this unique farm.