Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour: Explore Flora and Savour World Chocolate
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536 Ratings
Princeville
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Princeville Botanical Gardens and indulge in a gourmet chocolate tasting from around the world. Discover the secrets of cacao trees and enjoy seasonal fruit samples on this unique 3-hour tour.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Princeville Botanical Gardens - Begin the tour by exploring the upper terraces and the uses of the plants living in Waimea Valley. Find exotic flowers, rare medicinals, happy honey hives and t the bottom of the valley, small cacao grove thrives. Here, taste some raw chocolate nibs and learn about how chocolate is grown and harvested. When you leave the Valley, head to our outdoor chocolate tasting area, where you’ll learn about modern and historical chocolate processing methods. You’ll sample at least 5 different single-origin chocolates from around the world. After relaxing in the shade and enjoying the chocolate, back on your feet to explore our Anini Creek valley, another wonderland of rare plants, stunning topography, and fascinating sustainable cultivation techniques.
What's Included
- Tour escort/host
- Snacks
- Gourmet chocolate tasting
- Fruit samples
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Insect repellant is available for use and also purchase
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Embark on a three-hour guided tour through the lush landscape of Princeville Botanical Gardens. This tour encompasses every aspect of the gardens, including a curated 50-minute tasting of gourmet chocolates from around the globe. Experience the cacao tree up close, explore the intricacies of chocolate production, and savour the rich taste of our homemade chocolate.
Along the journey, our knowledgeable guides will enrich your excursion with intriguing tales of the gardens’ evolution and detailed insights into the flora. Sample fresh seasonal fruits and house-made honey for sustained vitality during your exploration of our verdant valleys. Experience a unique blend of garden aesthetics and chocolate appreciation, exclusive to Kauai.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
In line with Covid-19 Pandemic protocols, our tour groups are currently restricted to a maximum of 9 participants. All attendees must wear protective face masks, and temperature checks will be performed upon guests’ arrival. Your cooperation is highly appreciated.
Thank you very much.
- Tours operate in rain or shine
- We recommend being prepared for a walk in the woods: bring good walking shoes, bug spray, and a rain jacket
- Parents must accompany their child at all times. Further, in consideration of all guests, we ask that parents make an honest assessment of their child’s/children’s temperament
- Moderate mobility is a must for our garden terrain. There are several sets of stairs throughout the tour and uphills and downhills on loose gravel
Location
Princeville Botanical Gardens
3840 Ahonui Pl,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(536 Ratings)
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Charity_k
May 15, 2024
Beautiful. Amazing Botanical Garden Tour! - Our guide Lisa was super knowledgeable about all the flora and the chocolate making process. The garden was BEAUTIFUL! We saw so many plants, it was hard to take it all in. I would recommend this tour to anyone who has an interest in tropical plants, it was amazing. The chocolate was an added bonus.
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Sightseer59721865544
May 12, 2024
Must visit! - This was my last activity in Kaua'i before going home, and I am so glad I left it till last, to end on a high note. The gardens itself were amazing, the food and chocolate tasting was even better, but the guide was the best part! My tour guide Sherry was so passionate and full of knowledge, which made the tour very worthwhile and so much more enjoyable. Could not have asked for a better guide and tour. Definitely a must visit
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Jeffreydu6446tz
May 11, 2024
Saved our bacon - The owner went above and beyond to make our visit very memorable. Our guide was awesome. Wish I could give this more than 5 stars
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Derinda_m
May 9, 2024
Loved it! - Loved everything! Troy was amazing! Chocolate tasting chef’s kiss! It’s a wonderful experience! Would highly recommend!
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Localcryptid
May 2, 2024
A highlight of our stay - This tour is worth every penny. You think three hours is going to feel too long but it flies by. The gardens are one of the most beautiful sites I’ve ever seen, I could have stayed forever. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about every plant she discussed.
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D1082dqkaten
Apr 30, 2024
Amazing Experience - This tour was absolutely wonderful. The grounds were spectacular and our guide Sherrie was so knowledgeable. Highly recommend it.
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Michael_s
Apr 27, 2024
Paul was an excellent... - Paul was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable in native and non native and invasive species of foliage on the island.
The tour was quite exceptional.
A garden of Eden.
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Jennifer_d
Apr 26, 2024
Beautiful - It was amazing to get to taste Hawaii. Our tour guide, Lisa, was knowledgeable about the plants and history of Hawaii. It was one of our favorite experiences on our family trip.
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Jaye
Apr 22, 2024
Great chocolate tasting and botanical garden viewing. Highly recommend! - This place was a wonderful mix of seeing the beauty of Kauai and tasting yummy chocolate. Our guide was Cheri and she was really knowledgeable about all the plants that resided in the garden and the history behind the property. The guides explained how chocolate is made and we discussed the various chocolates from around the world during the tasting. You also get to taste some fruit the gardens offer throughout the tour. They also had a gift shop that you could buy the chocolate from if you decided to and various other items. It wasn’t that enduring of a hike throughout making it perfect for everybody of all ages. I highly recommend in going.
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Kaiwikic
May 6, 2024
Great spot - The views were amazing. This was a great spot to unwind I honestly wish I could go every day. Bring bug spray. The mosquitoes are real here. That's just nature for you.
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