Overview
Experience the award-winning flavors of Kauai on an immersive chocolate farm tasting tour at Lydgate Farms, the island’s original and most celebrated chocolate experience. Recognized globally for its exceptional Hawaiian-grown cacao, winner of multiple Cocoa of Excellence awards, you’ll taste the finest single-origin chocolates and discover how Pacific terroir shapes every bite. This guided adventure is more than a tour, it’s your invitation to savor authentic farm-to-bar chocolate, tropical fruit, honey, and island-grown vanilla in a picturesque botanical setting.
Itinerary
Embark on a fun-filled, educational journey through Kauai’s lush landscapes at Lydgate Farms. Your three-hour guided experience begins with a stroll through beautiful botanical gardens, where you’ll sample award-winning honey, taste fresh vanilla beans, and indulge in a wide variety of exotic tropical fruits picked right from the farm. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating science and culture of Theobroma cacao, the chocolate tree, sampling its ripe fruit and learning every step of chocolate making, from seed to bar.
Dive deep into the art of chocolate with expert guides, tasting an array of farm-crafted chocolates and learning what makes Hawaiian cacao so distinct. Get hands-on with the harvesting process and uncover the remarkable health benefits of chocolate in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. This Kauai tour is a must for chocolate lovers, foodies, and anyone curious about the wonders of sustainable island agriculture.
What’s Included
Inclusions
- Three-hour guided tour of Lydgate Farms
- Chocolate Tasting
- Educational insights from knowledgeable local guides
Exclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Farm Shop Purchases
- Gratuities
- Private Tour
Meeting & Logistics
Special Instructions
REMINDER: please no children under 7 on the tour (e.g., no infants or toddlers). We are happy to issue a refund in advance and invite families with young children to visit our Lydgate Chocolate Tasting Room in downtown Kapaa. Mahalo!
Meeting Point
Hawaii
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children tour fare is valid for kids 7-12 . We do not allow children under 7, including infants in carriers, as this experience is best suited for older children and adults. We invite families with younger children to visit our new Lydgate Chocolate Tasting Room in downtown Kapaa: now open Monday – Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- Please list the age of your child or children when making a reservation. We only allow children over 7 years old.
- Farm visits require a tour reservation (we do not offer self-guided tours). Visit our tasting room in Kapaa town instead!
- Please no children under 7.
