Hands-On Beekeeping Farm Tour near Waipiʻo Valley
Meet a working honeybee colony and taste the flavors of Hawaiʻi
Duration
90 mins
Ideal For
Up to 12 people
Includes
Guide, bee suit, honey tasting
Highlights
Explore the connection between honeybees, tropical agriculture, and regenerative farming with experienced beekeepers. Get hands-on access to a working apiary and discover how pollinators support Hawaiʻi’s local food systems.
- Taste seasonal tropical fruits as you explore the farm
- Sample Hawaiian honeys with island-specific flavor profiles and Māla Honey infusions
- Try honeycomb as part of your tasting
Itinerary
- Check-in & welcome (10 minutes): Meet your guide at Puʻu Wai Gardens, complete waiver verification and bee suit sizing, use restrooms, and receive a tour overview and safety guidelines.
- Honeybee education & interactive presentation (20 minutes): Learn colony structure, waggle dance communication, pollination, and regenerative beekeeping practices.
- Guided farm walk & pollinator talk (15 minutes): Walk approximately 1/4 mile over uneven terrain to view tropical fruit trees, flowering plants, and regenerative practices.
- Suit up for the apiary experience (10 minutes): Get fitted with ventilated suits and gloves and review hive safety procedures.
- Hands-on beehive experience (25 minutes): Enter the working apiary, observe colony activity, identify brood and stores, and search for the queen.
- Hawaiian honey tasting & closing (10 minutes): Sample local honeys and Māla Honey infusions, ask final questions, take photos, and browse products.
What's Included
- Professional protective bee suit and gloves
Important details
- Ages 5+ only
- Children under 18 require an accompanying parent or legal guardian
- Requires walking approximately 1/4 mile over uneven outdoor terrain; may not be suitable for significant mobility limitations
- For known bee sting allergies, medical advice is recommended before participating; notify staff before the tour. The hive portion is not recommended for known bee sting allergies or a history of anaphylaxis
- Medical advice before booking is recommended during pregnancy
- Wear closed-toe shoes
- Complete waiver verification at check-in
- Follow guide instructions and safety procedures; failure to do so may result in removal from the tour
Cancellation Policy
Cancel with at least 24 hours' notice for a full refund or credit. Tours usually continue in light rain. Operator cancellations for severe weather or unsafe hive conditions include rescheduling or a full refund. Other operator cancellations include a full refund or credit. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: RH29X6
FAQs
No. The beekeeping tour is designed for complete beginners as well as anyone interested in learning more about bees and regenerative agriculture.
Transportation, guide gratuities, additional food and drinks beyond the included tasting, and any honey or merchandise you purchase after the tour are not included.
Yes. The farm has complimentary parking in a gated area and private restrooms on site.
Meeting details
Puʻu Wai Gardens, 48-5370 Honokaa-Waipio Road, Honokaa, HI 96727