Manoa Chocolate Tour

We loved our farm tour and guided chocolate tasting at Honolii Orchards - extremely interesting and fun! The 3.5 hours went by so quickly. We learned about regenerative agriculture in a microclimate and the scientific work behind bean to … More

A Sweet and Educational Experience - Highly Recommend!

We had the most incredible time on the Chocolate Tour and can’t recommend it … More

I don’t often go to craft cacao farms, but when I do I choose Honoli’i Orchards. The farm tour and craft chocolate tasting is in a class by itself! Truly top notch. The guides, Wrenn and Jude were phenomenal; only to be one-upped by the near endless single origin chocolate tasting. Looking forward to having opportunity to visit again.

A Sweet and Educational Experience - Highly Recommend! We had the most incredible time on the Chocolate Tour and can’t recommend it enough! From start to finish, the experience was fascinating and truly eye-opening. Our guides were not only incredibly friendly but also knowledgeable, making every part of the tour engaging and fun. What made this tour so special was the unique opportunity to learn about cacao in its purest form. We got to follow the entire process, from cacao beans to the finished chocolate bar, and it completely transformed our understanding and appreciation for chocolate. We were able to sample 11 different chocolate bars, each showcasing the nuances and complexities of the flavors at every stage of production. The research farm itself added an extra layer of interest, as we could see first-hand how chocolate is grown, harvested, and processed in a sustainable, hands-on environment. The information shared by Colin and Wrenn (and Darwin!) was insightful and made us realize just how much care and skill goes into creating craft chocolate. It's no longer just a treat, but a fascinating art form! All in all, this tour not only left us with a deeper respect for chocolate but also a great appreciation for the work done by the farmers and chocolatiers. If you're a chocolate lover or just looking for something unique, fun, and educational, this is a must-do experience! Mahalo, Colin and Wrenn!

We had such a great time!

Consider this a 10-star review—5 from each person in my party! This tour was worth every penny and then some! If you’re a chocolate lover, this tour is for you - you will try not only 11 different chocolate bars but chocolate tea! If you love learning and discovery, this tour is for you. If you appreciate stunning vistas and engaging, knowledgeable guides who bring the experience to life with humor and insight—this tour is for you! Basically, this tour is for everyone. It’s rare to find an experience that consistently earns 5-star reviews, but this one is the real sweet deal. You won’t be disappointed with Wrenn, Colin, and Jude—they are a trifecta of awesome!

Inspiring group of guys putting their heart into the essence of cacao farming and estate chocolate. Their 3.5 hour tour and presentation on their beautiful property was an uplifting, fun and beautiful experience.

Superb experience. I’m sure they have done this a couple hundred times but we never felt like they were bored or tired of saying they same thing. They truly make you feel like you’re the only guests they have ever had. Colin, Wren and of course Darwin are the most interesting & friendliest group I’ve ever met in Hawaii. Note: the drive in is exactly how it is described in the email although you will feel like you’re trespassing on private property just keep going and you’ll get there no problem.

This was so much more than I anticipated. Definitely a must do activity on the big island. Colin, Ren and of course Darwin (the dog) made the tour so entertaining and enjoyable...not to mention the chocolate etc. It was truly a beautiful experience. I learned so much about the entire process from grafting, harvesting, fermenting and ultimately chocolate! The farm is beautiful and very well taken care of. A gem!❤️🍫💝