Location: Captain Cook
Top Things to do in Captain Cook
Things to do in Captain Cook, Hawaii (HI): The Best Farms
Captain Cook is a census-designated place (CDP) in Hawaiʻi County, Hawaiʻi, in the United States, located in the District of South Kona. The community, within the land division of Kealakekua, is so named because the post office for the area was located in the Captain Cook Coffee Co. during the early 1900s. As of the 2010 census the CDP population was 3,429, up from 3,206 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Captain Cook
1. Kona Coffee Living History Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 277 reviews
Kona Historical Society's Kona Coffee Living History Farm in Captain Cook is a "must see" Hawaii attraction and the only living history coffee farm in the nation. Stroll through this Smithsonian-affiliated, outdoor museum that tells the story of Kona's Japanese immigrants that became Kona's coffee pioneers during the early 20th century. A self-guided experience, you're free to walk among the coffee trees, meet a "Kona Nightingale", or watch how farmers used the kuriba and hoshidana to mill and dry their world-famous coffee. Visit the original 1920's farmhouse where you may find the homemaker starting the fire to cook rice or making musubi for the farmer's lunch. "Talk story" along the way with living history interpreters and discover the story behind Kona's gourmet crop.
Reviewed By X7222OQstephenr
Coming to the end of our vacation in Hawaii, we wanted to do something different than go to the beach again (don’t get me wrong, the beaches are awesome). I (Dad) had suggested going to a coffee farm, and with a bit of searching, came up with this place. So, we wandered down the road for a visit. It was fantastic. The docents (I’m not sure if that’s really the right word to use here) were so knowledgeable, and the stories they told were fantastic. We really hope someone records all those stories for the future! The farm itself was fantastic, and gave new insights into some of the history of Hawai’i and of the Japanese immigrants who lived and worked there. My spouse and I have both been to Hawai’i before, and have both done coffee farm tours elsewhere, but by and large they’ve been showing how modern coffee growing is done and are ready to just push you along to the gift shop where you can (of course) buy their coffee. But this place was completely different — interesting, educational, and fun. Loved it. And, importantly, my 8-year old loved it too! We spent about 2 hours there, and were all really happy that we did!
2. Ohana Farm Orchards
3. Fire Island Coffee
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
4. Sacred Grounds Coffee Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
A great place to enjoy 100% Kona coffee from Sacred Grounds Coffee Farm. A Peaceful visitor center offers an amazing view of Kealakekua Bay. Try our Branch to Bar chocolate made here at Sacred Grounds, Macadamia nuts too.
Reviewed By S7176KPjillp
Annie, who works at Sacred Grounds, gave us the most personal and informative experience at Sacred Grounds. We learned about the coffee, the cacao, the fruit, the gorgeous pottery created by the owner, and a view of the ocean and surrounding land that was absolutely magnificent. Not to mention, to me the best Kona Coffee anywhere!!! I recommend it to everyone - best kept secret in Kona!! Thank you Annie - the owners are so blessed to have you in their beautiful place! ❤️
5. Prinsess Radha Farm
6. Big Island Bees
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 369 reviews
Expand your knowledge of our environment and go on an exploration of bees! TOURS: Join our beekeeper for a fun & educational exploration about bees, beekeeping, & honey. During this open beehive demonstration, you will see a live beehive opened & learn where the queen resides, how honey is made, & what makes bees so special--all from a safe, screened area, Tours are 1 hour & include a video about our beekeeping operation, an open beehive demonstration & a sampling of our raw, organic honeys. Monday-Friday 10am, 12pm, 2pm Saturday 10am & 12pm, FREE for children under 18 *Space is limited* Reserve your spot by calling or go to our website. MUSEUM: Visit our museum & see tools, pictures & displays about beekeeping & honey production. Admission is free! SHOP: Our honey shop is full of beeswax body products, honey, honeycomb, candles, tea, and food products made with our raw honey. Our museum & shop are free and open to the public Monday-Friday 10am-4pm & Sat. 10am-2pm. PLEASE NOTE: Our tours are open to people of all ages and is stroller and wheelchair accessible. Both the indoor and outdoor portion of the tour is under cover. Minimal walking is required.
Reviewed By louisjohnf - Jupiter, United States
Learned a lot about bees today. The beekeepers were very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. It was very cool seeing the hives and learning about the queen bee and how honey is made. The honey was excellent!
7. Hala Tree
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
100% Kona Coffee Farm Tour With breathtaking views and an ocean breeze Hala Tree Coffee is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy some 100% Kona Coffee. With small personalized tours you will walk through the fields as you learn about the coffee process and enjoy a complimentary coffee tasting. A one on one tour with the farmer and free tasting of our award winning coffee while enjoying the ocean view, what could be better?
8. Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative
9. Rooster Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Rooster Farms is the Oldest Certified Organic Kona Coffee Farm in all of Hawaii; A small coffee farm in South Kona, we farm, pick, wet mill, and roast - almost every step of the coffee process - in house, right here on site. Farm tours are given daily, and are by appointment. Enjoy a car tour through the oldest kona coffee farm country once owned by the Ali'is of Hawaii as their own and still owned by their forebearers, KSBE schools. We brew you a cup of fresh medium and dark roast via pour over and then show you the farm process. You also get to meet one of our farmers and harvesters so you can find out what its really like to work on a farm! Come take a tour today and make a request to meet the owners. Please call, text, or email for a tour!
Reviewed By Chennerz - San Diego, United States
Recommend making a reservation b/c there are limited people on staff. Don’t come expecting a commercialize tour! (Which is what I loved about this.) I called 30 minutes before arriving to make sure we could “walk in”, the guy on the phone said to come on by and he would let the staff know we were coming. He then texted me directions, which was actually extremely helpful. When we showed up to what looks like a run down house, the person greeting us was very confused and didn’t seem to be expecting us. Apparently, it was not communicated to her that we were coming in for a tour. However, once we got situated Lexi was great to provide us 2 tastings, walked us through the coffee bean process, and showed us around the farm. She was super patient and answered all of our questions. Overall, would highly recommend, but, again, don’t come expecting a traditional, guided, commercialized tour. I avoid the touristy stuff to a certain extent, so this was right up my alley. WARNING: my boyfriend and I did get multiple mosquito bites, so if you are prone to bites, I suggest putting bug spray on before coming.
10. Royal Kona Coffee Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 139 reviews
Royal Kona Coffee Center is the destination for a wide variety of coffee & tea samples, stunning views, locally crafted gifts, a lava tube you can walk through, an operating coffee mill and a mango tree house! Find out how our delicious coffee is produced and see where Kona coffee growers bring their coffee cherries to be processed. Our engaging staff are eager to share the Kona coffee experience.
Reviewed By theoraclesboy - Fort William, United Kingdom
On a day trip from the island of Oahu by air, we did a tour of this island and in the afternoon we stopped at the Royal Kona Coffee Center where we were permitted to walk round and taste a number of flavours of their produced coffees, and purchase some of their products and also buy some souvenirs. Highly recommended.
