Tour a regenerative farm and dig into hands-on field work on Friday mornings
2.5 hours
Guided tour, Fruit tasting
Walk through Common Ground’s demonstration food forest and learn how planting, crops, and animals work together on a regenerative farm. Then roll up your sleeves with hands-on activities and sample in-season tropical fruit.
The majority of the tour is outside, and sudden downpours can happen. Please do not shoot video during the garden tour portion of the day.
Full refund if you cancel earlier than 48 hours before the start time.
Bring a water bottle (filtered water is available on site for refills). Wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring rain gear and sun protection such as a hat and sunscreen.
Most of the Farm, Field & Forest Experience takes place outside. Sudden downpours can happen, and rain canopies are available if needed.
Please be selective with camera and video use during the tour, and do not shoot video during the garden tour portion of the day.
End of Kuawa Rd. Kilauea, HI
This regenerative farm experience combines education with exceptional farm-to-table dining that most guests found truly memorable. The farm tours are led by knowledgeable, welcoming staff who share the fascinating story of sustainable Hawaiian agriculture and native plants. Most reviewers rave about the fresh, locally-sourced meals, with the 14-hour braised Wailua beef earning particular praise. Many called it a highlight of their Kauai trip, appreciating how the dinner connects them to the land and local food culture. The lei-making workshops add a cultural dimension that guests of all ages and genders enjoyed more than expected. A couple of reviewers felt portions were smaller than anticipated and left hungry, noting the serving sizes leaned minimal despite premium pricing. One visitor compared it unfavorably to West Coast farm-to-table dining. However, these seem to be outliers, as the overwhelming majority described feeling nourished and satisfied by both the food quality and generous hospitality. Families appreciated the relaxed pace and kid-friendly atmosphere, while couples found it perfect for special occasions. The optional hike to nearby Stone Dam makes a beautiful prelude to the evening.
I highly recommend to experience the common ground sustainable faming activity while you are in Kauai. I had a very humbling experience visiting the farm, enjoying the food from kitchen and fruits grown in the farm. I felt connected to the culture of Kauai and the farm while interacting with very knowledgeable Willow during the farm tour. You will get glimpses of history on how the flora and fauna and food culture of the island has undergone adaptation to the ever changing human activity since the island was colonized. People working on the farm are very hospitable and the atmosphere is very calming. I highly recommend to do their dinning experience, it gave me a feeling of connection and gratitude to Mother Nature and the food tasted earthy and delicious. The property has a walking trail, waterfall and quiet picnic/reading point to relax after the tour/activity. I am sure I am going to visit Kauai and common ground and looking forward to be a volunteer at some point of time.
Tannu Singh
March 7, 2026
I highly recommend to experience the common ground sustainable faming activity while you are in Kauai. I had a very humbling experience visiting the farm, enjoying the food from kitchen and fruits grown in the farm. I felt connected to the culture of Kauai and the farm while interacting with very knowledgeable Willow during the farm tour. You will get glimpses of history on how the flora and fauna and food culture of the island has undergone adaptation to the ever changing human activity since the island was colonized. People working on the farm are very hospitable and the atmosphere is very calming. I highly recommend to do their dinning experience, it gave me a feeling of connection and gratitude to Mother Nature and the food tasted earthy and delicious. The property has a walking trail, waterfall and quiet picnic/reading point to relax after the tour/activity. I am sure I am going to visit Kauai and common ground and looking forward to be a volunteer at some point of time.
Tannu Singh
March 7, 2026