Top 10 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 animals who have suffered from abuse and/or rescued animals is realized in this beautiful animal sanctuary. She also aims to offer humane education to the community. The sanctuary provides 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 step 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 her creatures.

Over 15 years ago, O’o Farms started with an empty piece of Upcountry land with sparse citrus, stone fruit, and coffee trees. Today, O’o Farms is recognized, nationally, for its outstanding levels of greatness in a product as well as its commitment to organic farming and delivering real ‘farm to table’ produce to Hawaii restaurants. The O’o Farms 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 Farms 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, and make sure to ask about their wine dinners too!

• On the 8-acre farm, O’o Farms locally grows organic produce, herbs, coffee, and flowers
• O’o Farms is recognized nationally for its outstanding levels of greatness in products as well as its commitment to organic farming and delivering real ‘farm to table’ produce to Hawaii 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.

he 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.

Although they no longer offer tours, you can visit the MauiGrown Coffee Company Store tasting room to sample several different kinds of coffee. One of the house favorites is the “Lava Flow” beans, surprisingly nutty and delicious! Try one of their specialty drinks. We like the white chocolate mocha and the Maui Latte. Both are perfectly made with just the right amount of sweetness. The friendly and knowledgeable staff members are always happy to educate visitors who want to learn more about the local growing and roasting process.

For those who enjoy roasting their own coffee at home, MauiGrown Coffee Company features both roasted and green coffee. They also offer a variety of coffees from other parts of Maui as well as Kona coffee. This is a great place to enjoy a fabulous coffee drink on the patio with a spectacular view of the West Maui Mountains. This delicious coffee also pairs nicely with the fresh malasadas and banana bread you can find in their bakery. Remember to pick up some MauiGrown coffee beans to take back home with you or have them shipped!

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.