Discover cacao cultivation in Lahaina and savor a nine-piece tasting on this interactive farm experience.
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1.5 hrs
Guided farm tour, chocolate tasting
Explore Ku'ia Estate's cacao grove in Lahaina and trace chocolate from bean to bar. Ride to the farm, walk among 20 acres of trees, then sample nine award-winning chocolates.
Children under 3 are not permitted. Guests must manage a 20-minute walk on uneven ground and climb about 24 stairs; the tour is not ADA accessible.
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice or if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged in full. Changes to bookings or group size require 24 hours' notice. Children under 3 are not permitted; no refunds for groups arriving with younger children.
A: The Exclusive Guided Cacao Farm Tour is an outdoor walking experience through a cacao grove where you will explore the farm and learn about chocolate production in a natural setting.
A: Yes. Guests should be able to walk for over 20 minutes on uneven ground and climb approximately 24 stairs. The tour is not ADA accessible and cannot accommodate walkers.
A: Please wear closed-toe shoes and light layers. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended due to outdoor conditions.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate at 78 Ulupono St, Suite 1, Lahaina. Use the free covered parking at the rear of the building and enter through the large wooden front door to check in at the store.
Visitors consistently rave about the passionate guides here, with Brandy, Gunars (the CEO himself), Stephanie, and others earning enthusiastic praise for their knowledge and engaging presentation style. The tour takes you through the entire cacao-to-chocolate journey, from orchard walks where you'll see and taste cacao fruit firsthand to detailed explanations of fermentation and production. Many guests highlight the beautiful treehouse lunch setting overlooking the West Maui Mountains and the extensive chocolate tasting at the end, featuring up to 19 different varieties. What makes this stand out is the quality of the chocolate and the company's mission. Gunars brings an impressive professional background to his chocolate-making, and guests who research him beforehand seem especially impressed. The chocolate has won best-in-show awards, and the taste speaks for itself. Beyond the delicious product, all net profits go to charity, which resonates deeply with visitors looking to support meaningful local businesses. One reviewer noted some climbing involved, but otherwise this is an overwhelmingly beloved experience that feels both educational and genuinely special.
The tour takes you to a cocoa plantation and teaches you all about chocolate production, from bean to bar. After the lesson, you’re taken to a treehouse where you get to taste 9 different chocolates, easily the most delightful chocolate I’ve ever had. If you’re a chocolate lover like me, this is a must-do. It all ends at their local shop, where you can pick your favorites to take home
Lucas Q
March 28, 2026
The tour takes you to a cocoa plantation and teaches you all about chocolate production, from bean to bar. After the lesson, you’re taken to a treehouse where you get to taste 9 different chocolates, easily the most delightful chocolate I’ve ever had. If you’re a chocolate lover like me, this is a must-do. It all ends at their local shop, where you can pick your favorites to take home
Lucas Q
March 28, 2026