10 Things to do in Honokaa That You Shouldn't Miss

We share our learning and appreciation of farming and rural lifestyle through tasting of tea and private farm tour. We hope you will take time to find deeper connection with nature and an appreciation for the way of tea. We are a small family run farm engaging in farming activities and tea production. Please call or email for an early reservation so that we can put some time aside to share our stories.

Calling all chocolate lovers! Kahi Ola Mau Farm is the home of Honoka'a Chocolate Co. Reserve a spot for a tour of our farm and a tasting of select chocolates from around the world (including Hawai'i) that we make on-site (no store bought chocolate here!), allowing you to experience how a particular region's climate, soil and terrain affect the flavors of the chocolate, "the terroir" as winemakers so famously say. The state of Hawai'i is the only place in the U.S. where cacao is commercially grown. We'll share the history and chocolate-making process from the tree to bean to bar. Besides the 500+ cacao trees you'll see on our 5-acre farm, we also grow nearly forty varieties of tropical fruit, including white pineapple plants, as well as native Hawaiian sugar cane, vanilla orchids, and more! We'll taste whatever is in season. If you're looking for a unique foodie experience, this is a must! Please note, the combined 2-hour tour and tasting are by reservation only.

The Heritage Center offers the following resources & services Archive and Resource Center for Hamakua and North Hawaiʻi History Permanent Exhibit Gallery Showcasing Area History Changing Exhibit Gallery on Area History Research Family Ancestry Volunteer Opportunities

Ride with us as we journey into Waipi'o Valley, one of the most beloved and revered places in all Hawai'i. Be amazed by the majestic scenery and beauty of the valley as our sure footed horses take you over lush jungle trails, under flowering canopies and through curving streams. You will be captivated by cascading waterfalls, 3,000 foot shear cliffs, farmlands and wild horses. Sample rare fruit from our family farm and see Hawai'i's staple food crop, Kalo, grown in the valley since ancient times. We embark on this 3 hour tour twice daily Monday -Saturday at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm. Participants meet at WOH Ranch located on Highway 240 after mile marker 7. From there we shuttle guests down into the valley to our stables where riders will receive a safety demonstration. Once in the saddle, the trek takes a leisurely pace allowing riders to appreciate an unforgettable perspective of Waipi'o's beauty. Our local guides share the legends, history and plants of this rich cultural landscape.

Vendors offer local products ranging from tropical fruits and fresh bread, to honey and goat cheese, to Thai food and coffee. SNAP/EBT welcomed, most vendors accept benefits. Education events, live music and youth-focused activities for family fun. The Farmers' Market at Hāmākua Harvest is the first phase of an integrated agricultural hub currently in its developmental stages. It will provide a community-based platform for collaboration, innovation, and revitalization of the Hāmākua region's rural economy.