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Aloha e komo mai. On the Island of Kauai, this means “Welcome!” All of our guests receive a warm greeting and a deliciously hot cup of Kauai Coffee.

When you’re visiting Kauai, we hope you’ll take some time to stop by our Visitor Center. Here at the Kauai Coffee Estate, you’ll have the opportunity to stroll through our coffee orchard, talk to our friendly guides, shop for gifts to take home and of course sample our exclusive line of estate-grown Hawaiian coffees.

The Kauai Coffee Estate is the largest coffee farm in the U.S. We encourage you to see it for yourself and to take one of our free walking tours. You’ll learn all about how our coffee is grown, harvested and roasted right here on the island. After the tour, you can relax on our lanai and take in the beautiful panoramic views of our plantation full of coffee trees that line picturesque fields leading down to the sea.

With a warm Hawaiian aloha from Kauai, we welcome you to visit with us again and again! Mahalo!

Coffee on the Brain

Let us share our coffee knowledge with you. We’ll serve you freshly roasted Kauai Coffee before beginning your personalized walking tour along our path through the coffee trees.

COMPLIMENTARY WALKING TOUR

Self-guided walking tours of our estate are available daily.

Walking tour signs identify the five different coffee varietals, as well as the entire coffee process from initial blossoming, through harvesting and processing, to the final roasting. No need to sign-up.

While at the Estate be sure to see our roasters in action as they roast the freshest coffee beans to perfection every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM at the Visitor Center.

Wailani’s passion for roasting coffee is evident to everyone who joins us at our Visitor Center. The aroma from the roasted coffee beans combined with her enthusiasm makes her love of coffee contagious. Not only does she roast coffee but she also gives guided tours of our estate. Our guests can join Wailani on a walk through the coffee trees as she shares her knowledge of the journey of a coffee bean – from seed to cup.

Kauai Coffee Tasting

Our Visitor Center is one of the few places in the world where you can taste our entire line of 100% Hawaiian, estate-grown coffees. Every coffee bean is grown and roasted right here. No foreign or imported beans are ever used, giving our Hawaiian coffees a truly unique flavor and an unmatched character.

From the soft, fruity Kauai Blue Mountain to our intense, chocolaty, dark-roasted Peaberry, we have an exceptional range of coffees to satisfy any palate. We also offer flavored coffees, including Coconut Caramel, Vanilla and Chocolate Macadamia Nut, Hazelnut and Toasty Banana Nut Cream. Tasting our coffee varieties is free and deliciously satisfying.

Kauai Coffee Estate Location

Kauai Coffee Company’s estate is located approximately 17 miles from the Lihue airport on Kauai’s southwest side. We are a few miles from Poipu, just off Highway 50 (the main road), making it an ideal stop on the way to and from Waimea Canyon, Koke’e State Park and the Russian Fort.

We invite you to find Kauai Coffee Company and stop by our estate to learn more about how Hawaiian coffee is grown, harvested, processed and graded.

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It Started Outdoors

A Visitors Guide to the Kauai Coffee Plantation

Like millions of people around the world, I start my day with a cup of coffee. For something I encounter on a daily basis,  I know surprisingly very little about it. What does it actually take to make a cup of coffee? I know you grind up coffee beans, add a little hot water, and presto you have a mug of instant pick me up. But I know there is so much more that goes into the process. So during our visit to Kauai, I decided to visit Kauai Coffee Plantation to learn more about what it actually takes to make a cup of java.

If you are also curious, here is what you should know before you visit the plantation:

The Largest Coffee Grower in the United States

You probably wouldn’t have guessed it but the tiny island of Kauai contains 3,100 acres of coffee growing land. With over 4 million coffee trees, Kauai Coffee is the largest coffee grower in the US.

A Self Guided Tour

When you arrive at Kauai Coffee Plantation, head around the left side of the building to begin a self-guided tour through coffee bean fields. The path is well marked with informative signs detailing the coffee making process before it circles back around to the gift shop where you started from. The tour starts with how a coffee plant is grown, then moves on to how it is harvested and then dried and roasted.

This is a Coffee Bean

My only experience with coffee beans was crushing them up at the grocery store with one of those self-serve grinder machines. So if you’re like me, you probably wouldn’t recognize a coffee bean being grown before your eyes. Did you know the coffee bean is actually the seed of the coffee plant? The plant grows cherry-sized fruits that turn from green to red when they are ripe. Inside of these fruits are two coffee beans. Occasionally the two beans will have morphed into a single bean called a peaberry. A peaberry produces a sweet flavor used in specialized flavors of coffee.

Free Samples

Who doesn’t love free samples? After completing your self-guided tour head up on the deck for tastings of the entire line of 100% Hawaiian, estate-grown coffees from Kauai Coffee Plantation. There are probably around 20 different flavors to try. I wouldn’t recommend trying them all unless you want to be jittery for the rest of the day. Start with a classic like the Rooster Alarm. Next, try one made with peaberries and see if you can taste the difference. Then get wild with Hawaiian Chocolate Macadamia Nut.

Visit Kauai Coffee Plantation

Even if you don’t drink coffee, a visit to the Kauai Coffee Plantation should make it on your Kauai Itinerary. The plantation is beautiful and learning about the care that goes into growing coffee beans is fascinating.  If you are a coffee drinker, there is a feeling of great satisfaction walking through the rows of coffee plants, sipping on a cup of coffee made from the beans you are watching grow. It doesn’t get much fresher than that.

Chad can be summed up by his idea of a perfect day: Waking up early to watch the sunrise over the mountains, warm cup of coffee in hand then grabbing his camera and fly rod, hitting the trail to explore some uncharted territory followed by cold beers and campfire steaks. Chad is often joined on his adventures by his wife, Tori, and their dog, Kona.

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Kauai Coffee Estate

When you’re visiting Kauai, the Kauai Coffee Estate hopes you’ll take some time to stop by their Visitor Center.  There at the Estate you’ll have the opportunity to stroll through their coffee orchard, talk to their friendly guides, shop for gifts to take home and sample their exclusive line of estate-grown Hawaiian coffees.

The Kauai Coffee Estate is the largest coffee farm in the U.S..  We encourage you to see it for yourself and take one of their free walking tours.  You’ll learn all about how their coffee is grown, harvested and roasted right here on island.  You can also relax on the lanai of the plantation house and take in the beautiful panoramic views full of coffee trees that line picturesque fields leading down to the sea.

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Visit Hawai‘i’s Largest Coffee Plantation

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The state’s largest coffee plantation is located on Kaua‘i’s southwest side, about 17 miles from Līhu‘e Airport. A 3,100-acre estate, KAUA‘I COFFEE CO. PLANTATION boasts tours, lines of coffee trees (4 million trees total!) and even a visitor center for the curious coffee drinker.

KAUA‘I COFFEE VISITOR CENTER offers information about coffee growing and its history. While there, you also can explore through the “ WALL-LESS COFFEE MAZE ” that doubles as a walking tour, with signage providing information about the coffee-growing process.

A coffee bar also offers freshly roasted coffee and snacks, and you can sample a variety of the coffees made by Kaua‘i coffee.

As a fun fact, Kaua‘i coffee trees begin to bloom in February or March. By May, the fruit, or coffee cherry, starts to form. The fruit usually ripens by late September, when harvesting begins. The seeds of the fruit, usually two to a cherry, become the coffee bean. Nearly 4,000 coffee beans must be harvested to produce a single pound of coffee. The rich volcanic soil and plentiful mountain rain give Kaua‘i coffee’s java its delightful flavor.

The center is just past KALĀHEO going west toward WAIMEA CANYON . Watch for the sign on the makai (ocean) side of Highway 50. Visit kauaicoffee.com for hours and information.

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Awaken your senses with visits to 2 plantations and a tasting room to learn about Kauai's production of coffee, sugar, rum and more.

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Lappert’s Hawaii Ice Cream

Isaac Lappert ate more ice cream as a child than any other. His father owned Lappert’s Ice Cream in Sausalito, and his grandfather also operated a shop on Kauai. At the age of five, he helped out in the shop and soon discovered his favorite flavors: cookies and cream, chocolate, and Kauai Pie. He also likes macadamia nuts.

Kauai Coffee Plantation also offers complimentary tastings of their Hawaiian roasts. Visitors can also tour the estate and purchase small-batch roasts. The Kauai Coffee Plantation is a true coffee lover’s paradise, and they make some of the most delicate ice creams on the island. Don’t forget to pick up some locally-grown coffee from the Koloa Mill for dessert.

You’ll also be able to sample their unique date ice cream. The ice cream is made with whole dates, not the date sugar crystals commonly found in other ice creams. Lappert’s is a family-owned business that started in Northern California in 1981 and has now spread across the continental U.S. The company does not franchise, but its U.S.-based store owners uphold the quality standards and flavor.

Kauai Coffee

While on Kauai, you should stop by the coffee plantation . There are free samples of Kauai Coffee at the Visitor Center. If you’d instead not sample the coffee for free, you can also buy some of their fine decaf varieties. If you’d like to learn more about the coffee-making process, Kauai Coffee Plantation is a great stop. The coffee is grown in the island’s southeast region.

The largest coffee plantation in the US is on Kauai, where the Kauai Coffee Company grows over 4 million coffee trees. Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the plantation, which features informative signs about growing, drying, and roasting. Once you’ve learned about the different steps of the coffee-making process, you can purchase Kauai Coffee products at their gift shop. You can also enjoy complimentary tastings of their coffee at the Visitor Center and pick up souvenirs from their cafe.

The plantation is located on the southwest coast of Kauai, making it one of the most popular places to visit in Hawaii. It has over 4 million coffee trees planted on its 3,000-acre property. Those who enjoy coffee can visit the plantation to learn about its history, learn the processes of coffee farming, and sample five varieties of Arabica coffee. Guests can also taste 28 coffee products grown on the plantation.

Kilohana Plantation

The perfect way to learn about the Hawaiian culture is to visit the historic Kilohana Plantation. This 150-acre sugar plantation is home to Hawaiian-style tropical orchards, a rum distillery, and a theatrical luau. A memorable train ride offers a glimpse into Hawaiian history while you visit the manor house, and the tour also includes a Hawaiian luau. Once you arrive, you can take in the island’s rich history and indulge in delicious food.

A visit to the Kilohana Plantation includes the opportunity to sample coffee from the various varieties grown on the property. While at the plantation, you can enjoy the Luau Kalamaku, a show that tells the story of ancient Polynesians’ journey to Hawaii. The performance features Tahitian rhythms, knife dancing, and hula. You’ll also get to sample Hawaiian cuisine and learn about the history of coffee production in Hawaii.

Visitors can also enjoy the Kauai Plantation Railway, a simple project suitable for families with children. The railroad tracks take you through the old plantation village and tropical garden . The railway tracks evoke an atmosphere of King Karakau’s days, and you can imagine yourself riding through the ruins of a time long past. You’ll experience a train ride through the plantation and see over 50 varieties of fruit trees. The train tracks also offer plenty of opportunities to feed friendly farm animals.

Koloa Estate

If you love coffee, you’ll want to visit the Kauai Coffee Plantation Koloman Estate. This place caters to true coffee lovers more than a coffee shop, with a plantation tour and tasting room. The estate, located just off Highway 50, offers a unique look at the coffee-growing process. After your tasting, you can order some of Kauai Coffee’s products online or even take a walking tour through the farm.

While you’re at the estate, don’t forget to stop at the Island Coffee Company to sample their delicious offerings. You can buy souvenirs like insulated mugs, grinders, and press pots. You can also pick up some island pancake mix and a T-shirt, baseball cap, or sweatshirt. This is an excellent stop for the whole family! Once you’ve sampled their fresh, delicious coffee, you’ll be ready to enjoy the island’s legendary hospitality.

Located on Kauai’s south shore, the Kauai Coffee Plantation has a visitors center where you can learn about the history of the plantation and how it’s produced . The center features a mini coffee museum, instructional videos about coffee production, a take-out window, restrooms, and a gift shop. The center also offers free tastings. The company’s coffee is not yet as famous as Kona coffee , but the experience is still worth the trip.

Luau Kalamaku

Visitors to this tropical plantation will see Hula dancers and enjoy classic island cuisine. The plantation will offer local crafts and traditional island foods. Visitors can enjoy a Hula dance performance and purchase some souvenirs. The plantation is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Visit the Kauai Coffee Plantation at Luau Kalamaku for an authentic island experience. It’s a must-see experience on Kauai!

Located on 105 acres, the Kalamaku Plantation features a train ride through historic plantation homes, low-land forest, taro fields, and pineapple fields. Visitors can feed the farm animals, participate in the imu ceremony, and shop for unique souvenirs. The train ride to the plantation will end with the chance to purchase fresh Kauai coffee. Guests can also enjoy shopping in the plantation store and unique shops.

The Plantation Owner’s Evening experience includes a dinner buffet and Premium Seating at the luau performance. There are children’s activities and luau performances, and the event is subject to changes due to weather and traffic conditions. Gratuity is not included in the price, but it can be included if requested. This restaurant is classified as fine dining. You’ll enjoy fine cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.

Visitors can visit the Kilohana Plantation to purchase souvenirs. This historic plantation is the largest in America . The tasting room features several flavors of Kauai coffee. The gift shop includes coffee-themed gifts. The tour lasts about two hours. You’ll get to taste the coffee and learn about Kauai’s rich history of agriculture. If you’re in Kauai for the first time, make sure to visit the Kilohana Plantation.

Tours offered

During your visit to Kauai, don’t miss a tour of the Kauai Coffee Plantation . Located on the island’s southern slopes, the coffee plantation is a popular attraction for visitors. Visitors can walk through the coffee orchard and enjoy a daylong sampling of the island’s best brews. You can also purchase coffee products or try some delicious samples offered.

The largest coffee plantation in the US is located in Kauai. Visitors can take a free tour of the 3,000-acre estate, sample the finished product, and learn how the beans are cultivated and harvested. You can visit the company’s headquarters and sample five varieties of Arabica coffee. The tastings are available all day long, too, so you can taste the coffee before heading back home.

Several coffee plantations offer tours to the public. The Sunshower Coffee Farm is open seven days a week and provides a private coffee tour. Guests can also get a roasting lesson and sample samples at their farm. You can schedule a tour of the plantation online. Mountain Thunder Kona Coffee and Kaakaaniu Plantation also offer free tours. Terms are accessible, but reservations are required.

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We enjoyed the tour overall but wish we had more time and one or two more stops around the Waimea Canyon. The tour takes in a few different spots across Kauai, but the real highlight is the Canyon. So it's a shame to onl ... y get a few different opportunities to stop and take photos. The tour picked us up and dropped us off promptly, and our guide Rosario told us a bit about the island and it's history, which we liked. The lunch provided was better than we expected. If we had the chance again, we would drive to the Waimea Canyon itself to explore it independently. If we had to take a tour again, we would consider this one as we felt overall it was good, if not perfect.

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We thoroughly enjoyed this sightseeing tour, with driver & guide, Kaleo. He was helpful, informative and hilarious! Stories, quips and jokes all day long. We even learned how to pronounce "humuhumunukunukuapua`a"! We saw ... some highlights of the beautiful island of Kaua`i including the spouting horn blow hole and we were lucky enough to get a clear view of the waimea canyon, before the clouds rolled in! We had a tasty lunch at chicken in a barrell and sampled delicious coffee at the Kaua`i coffee plantation. The trail at the state park is very short and the order of the stops is different to that listed on the veltra site, but regardless we would 100% recommend this tour.

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Enter Kauai’s South Shore through the Tree Tunnel (Maluhia Road) for a romantic taste of the South Shore of Kauai!  Kauai’s South Shore is a paradise of incredible beaches, great food, and a splendid array of vacation rentals, luxury resorts, and condominiums. If you are looking for sun, head to the South Shore.

In the towns of Koloa and Poipu, you’ll find a combination of sophisticated simplicity and old-fashioned flavor. Watch Hawaiian Sea Turtles and endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal frolic in the waves from the lanai of your ocean-view condo. In the winter months, the South Shore comes alive with the migration of Humpback Whales and pods of playful

Kauai’s South Shore also is the center of activities and things to do , excellent dining options, and a spectacular selection of beautiful shops and galleries.

You could spend a week here and not explore them all. Kauai Coffee Plantation and Visitor Center is located in the cool hills of Kalaheo and offers self-guided tours, delicious samples of island coffee, and a gift shop stocked with Kauai products.

Walk the streets of Old Koloa Town where boutiques and local eateries sit nestled in a town where you will find yourself stepping back in time to an era rich in history and the charm of Kauai’s old plantation days.

As you explore Kauai’s South Shore you won’t want to miss some of the main attractions including Spouting Horn State Park , Lawai International Center the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail , and Poipu Beach . You can also visit the National Tropical Botanical Gardens, Lawai International Center, and the Allerton Gardens for beautiful tours and fun exploration.

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Waterfall Rappel Adventure

Discovering the Na Pali Coast Boat Tour

Ultimate Na Pali Snorkel Tour

Doors Off Kauai Private Helicopter Tour

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Should You do a Kauai Pineapple Plantation Tour?

Are you looking for unique things to do on kauai with kids (or without) keep scrolling to read my honest review of the kauai pineapple plantation tour in anahola., this kauai pineapple plantation tour review was written by hawaii travel expert marcie cheung and contains affiliate links which means if you purchase something from one of my affiliate links, i may earn a small commission that goes back into maintaining this blog..

Planning a trip to Kauai with the family?

Did you know that Kauai is famous for their sugarloaf pineapples? These pineapples have low acidity and are super sweet.

In fact, we recently took a Kauai pineapple plantation tour with our kids, and it was a blast!

Keep scrolling to read my honest review of the Kauai pineapple plantation tour. I’ll tell you everything you need to know before booking your own tour.

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Popular Kauai Tours/Activities

• Na Pali Coast Snorkeling Tour (this one also goes to the forbidden island of Ni’ihau)
• Kauai Helicopter Tour (this is the BEST way to see waterfalls on Kauai)
• ATV Tour to a Private Waterfall (this is a romantic adventure that feels like a secret getaway)
• Mountain Tubing (this is a low-key adventure down an old sugar cane canal)
• Luau Kalamaku (you can do a little train ride and feed farm animals before the luau)
• Book a Photo Shoot (this is a Hawaii souvenir you’ll treasure forever)

Favorite Kauai Resorts/Hotels

• Grand Hyatt Kauai (this Poipu resort has a luxurious pool area, romantic restaurants, and a stunning ocean view)
• Koloa Landing Resort (this is a luxury resort with an amazing pool area and truly spacious rooms)
• Royal Sonesta Kauai (we LOVE the pool here because it’s the largest one in Hawaii)

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Where is the Kauai Pineapple Tour?

The Kauai Sugarloaf Pineapple Tour is located on the Hole in the Mountain Farm about 5 minutes from the highway in the Anahola area of the east side of Kauai.

Before your tour, they will email you very detailed directions on how to get there. It’s not really a place you’ll see along the highway (and GPS won’t always get you there) so you’ll definitely want to have a navigator in the car reading the emailed directions.

Brief Kauai Pineapple History

Pineapple has been associated with Hawaii for decades. I mean, people plop pineapple on any food and call it “Hawaiian.”

Oahu, Maui, and Lana’i are most well-known for their pineapple plantations. But, Kauai also had them.

The Hawaiian Canneries Co. launched in 1913 in Kapaa on the east side of Kauai. The land was perfect for growing pineapple and everything went well until the 1950s.

When Hawaii became a state in 1959, businesses now had to pay taxes and follow fair labor laws. This made it simply too expensive for pineapple plantations to turn a profit.

So, in 1962, the pineapple canneries in Kapaa closed.

However, that doesn’t mean you can’t find pineapple on Kauai. While they aren’t grown commercially on a large scale, you’ll definitely find smaller farms that grow pineapple as well as the popular Kilohana Plantation.

And of course, you can get pineapple at the Hole in the Mountain Farm, home to sugarloaf pineapple.

Sugarloaf Pineapple vs Yellow Pineapple

Before I really get into this Kauai pineapple farm review, I want to highlight the difference between sugarloaf pineapple and standard yellow pineapple.

Sugarloaf pineapple is a white pineapple with a soft core that can be easily eaten. It’s also less acidic than other pineapple and can taste a lot sweeter.

Supposedly, sugarloaf pineapple was first discovered on the island of Lana’i by plantation workers. Since they bruised easily and couldn’t be canned, the plantation owners didn’t want to use them.

But they were too delicious to just throw away. So, plantation workers took them home and started growing them in their own gardens.

What to Know about the Kauai Pineapple Plantation Tour Before You Go:

How to visit the kauai pineapple plantation.

You’ll definitely want to book your Kauai Sugarloaf Tour tickets before you go. Limited tickets are available for each tour, and they fill up quickly.

You do need tickets; you can’t just show up. We did see some people show up thinking they could buy pineapple at the farm. You cannot.

Where to Park

There are plenty of parking spots to the left of the meeting area. And the owners will help show you exactly where to park.

When you arrive, you’ll check in under the green canopy. This is where you’ll pay for your tour and you can grab a bottle of water and/or a big sun umbrella.

There are also restrooms there in case someone in your party needs to go. And they have a table of products you can buy like t-shirts, dehydrated pineapple, etc.

Kauai Sugarloaf Pineapple Tours

This is a 2-hour tour that takes place on a fully-operational pineapple plantation on Kauai. It’s led by the owners of Hole in the Mountain Farm: Jude and Paul Huber.

You’ll learn all about how pineapples grow in Hawaii , what makes Kauai sugarloaf pineapple so special, and even get some hands-on opportunities on this Kauai farm.

Keep scrolling to see the Hawaii pineapple tour highlights!

Food Options

While the only food available at the farm is pineapple, I suggest heading over to Anahola Cafe to grab lunch either before or after your tour. They have a bunch of easy food options like hamburgers, hot dogs, and the best taro burger I’ve ever had.

The Highlights of This Kauai Tour and What You Should Look Out For

The main highlight for our family was getting to pick our own pineapples in the field! Jude showed us exactly how to do it and everyone on the tour got to pick one to bring home.

My kids also really enjoyed planting pineapples in the field. It’s a great way for kids to learn about the pineapple life cycle !

We got to walk around to different sections of the farm to learn about the different stages of pineapple growth. Part of it was seeing the new little plants growing inside the crowns and how to split the crowns to create new pineapple plants.

It was also really cool to see the pineapples growing in the field. This is something most Kauai tourists don’t get to see!

Near the end of the tour, each person was able to go into the field and pick their own pineapple.

Jude showed us exactly which one to pick and the correct way of picking it. We were lucky because we were at the tail end of the pineapple season.

Some of the pineapples were fairly small, so Jude grabbed extras to compensate. But they were the perfect individual size to enjoy!

After we picked our pineapples, Jude sliced up fresh sugarloaf pineapple (not the ones we picked to take home) so we could all taste it.

She even let us try fresh sugarloaf pineapple juice which was AMAZING!

Kauai sugarloaf pineapple is the sweetest pineapple I’ve ever had. And it has a smoother texture than yellow pineapple.

The tour ended with a cup of Pineapple Phrostie, which is just frozen sugarloaf pineapple that is pureed. There’s no added sugar or anything but it’s sweet and delicious! It’s the ultimate dairy free pineapple ice cream!

Hawaii Pineapple Tour Tips for Families

It’s open to all ages.

We saw a family pushing a stroller on the tour with a toddler. There were actually quite a few families on our tour with young kids.

What to Wear

You’ll definitely want to wear closed toe shoes , clothes you can get dirty, a hat, and plenty of sunscreen.

The red dirt does stain clothing, so choose wisely. I had my kids wear clothes that they were starting to grow out of because I knew they would get dirty.

What to Bring

You can bring extra water/drinks . You might also bring snacks for kids as the tour is a full 2 hours (our tour ended up being 2.5 hours).

I’d also suggest bringing fidget toys or something small to keep kids occupied while standing around.

How Much Does it Cost and Where is it Located?

Tours last about​ two hours and cost​ $85 per person ($45 for pre-teen children, free for children 4 and under). Reservations are required in advance . You must email them to secure your spot.

It’s located at the Hole in the Mountain Farm in Anahola. It’s a bit complicated to find on your own so thankfully they send out turn-by-turn directions.

Hawaii Pineapple FAQs

For a yellow pineapple, you can look at the color and if the outside is yellow, it’s probably ripe. Do NOT let your pineapple sit on the counter for a week to “ripen” as it won’t riped after it’s been picked.

No, it’s a complete myth that you can pull a leaf from a pineapple crown to see if it’s ripe. This won’t determine ripeness.

You bet! You can plant the crown of a pineapple in a pot and keep it in your home. But, keep in mind that it can take 18 months to 2 years to produce one pineapple.

So, is the Kauai Pineapple Farm Tour Worth It?

It depends. We thought it was really interesting and loved the hands-on experiences! I mean, where else can you pick your own pineapple to take home?

I’d done the Maui Pineapple Tour , which is also very cool but there isn’t an opportunity to plant or pick pineapples.

However, my kids thought the tour was really long and they didn’t like standing around in the sun for 2 hours. We’ve done a lot of Kauai farm tours and this was probably the least geared for kids.

If your family is interested in agriculture, or you want to learn more about the sweetest pineapple in Hawaii, this is a great opportunity!

Looking for more Kauai tours? Check out our reviews of the Kauai chocolate farm tour , Kalalea View Farm , Kauai coffee farm tour , and Kauai ATV tour .

The Best Coffee Shops and Cafes on Kauai Hawaii 2024

T he Hawaiian island of Kauai is a tropical paradise known for its rainy atmosphere and laidback island vibe. Beyond the beaches and resorts, Kauai also has a thriving coffee culture with local farms producing exceptional Hawaiian coffee. For coffee lovers visiting Kauai, the island’s numerous coffee shops and cafes provide the perfect opportunity to sample the island’s fresh, flavorful brews. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best coffee shops in Kauai, from small local cafes to large coffee plantations.

1. Java Kai

Java Kai has two coffee shops on the island of Kauai , one in Kapa’a and the other in Hanalei.  We love that both of these coffee shops epitomize the laidback surf town vibe of Kauai. Local art decorates the minimalist interior, where you can sip expertly brewed coffee inside or on the back patio. 

Espresso drinks like lattes and mochas star on the menu, along with breakfast sandwiches and lunch foods like acai bowls. Since it’s usually hot and humid when we visit, we stick to the iced mochas and coffees.

Java Kai is that rare Hawaiian coffee shop that has amazing coffee and delicious food choices.  They offer bagels, cubanos, avocado toast, açaí bowl, and smoothies. Fresh-baked goods round out the offerings at this neighborhood gem. The surfer girl breakfast sandwich with eggs, cheese, and spinach on a bagel with a fresh side salad is a great choice to start your day with.

With its welcoming setting and a rotating roster of local artists, Java Kai is a quintessential Kauai coffee shop.

Address: 4-1384 Kuhio Hwy Kapaa, HI 96746

2. Little Fish Coffee

Located in the Poipu area of Kauai, Little Fish Coffee is a rustic shack serving up a great cup of coffee. Their focus is on sourcing exceptional coffee, including varieties from Kauai Roastery. You can get classic espresso drinks like lattes and cappuccinos, along with trendy alternatives like nitro cold brews or homemade chai. 

Little Fish also serves açaí bowls, yogurt bowls, bagels, salads, and breakfast sandwiches. 

Little Fish Coffee has a dedicated parking lot for customers. The beautiful outdoor seating area makes this a peaceful spot to savor your morning brew, but watch out for the chickens.  They are loud, and bold, and will steal your food if they can! Get to Little Fish Coffee as soon as you can because this place is known for delicious coffee and very long lines.

Address: 2290 Poipu Rd Poipu Beach Athletic Club Koloa, HI 96756

3. Kalaheo Café & Coffee Co.

Off the main highway in rural Kalaheo town, this spacious café with indoor and outdoor seating has a casual, welcoming vibe. The drink menu covers all the classics like lattes, mochas, and chai along with teas and lemonades. If you need a morning pick-me-up, try the morning madness which is 4 shots of espresso, steamed 1/2 & 1/2

Pastries, sandwiches, and breakfast foods round out the selections. The rustic wood decor and outdoor garden seating create a relaxing place to sip coffee in Kauai’s countryside. There is a small dedicated parking lot but by the time we got to the shop it was filled so we parked on a nearby street and walked.

Kalaheo Cafe and Coffee Co. roasts their own beans and sells bags of signature blends.

Address: 2-2560 Kaumualii Hwy Kalaheo, HI 96741

4. Dark Horse Coffee Roasters

Nestled just off the main road in Koloa town, Dark Horse Coffee Roasters is our favorite coffee place on the island. This quaint café is housed in a historic building and sources high-quality beans from around the islands, which they meticulously roast on-site in small batches to bring out complex flavors. 

The menu features pour-over coffees, espresso drinks like lattes and mochas, cortados, and nitro cold brew. 

To complement a fresh cup of coffee, Dark Horse bakes goods in-house like muffins, breads, macarons, bagels, and malasada doughnuts. The seating area is small but welcoming, with additional parking available just behind the café. The staff are known for their dedication to the roasting craft and providing an excellent cup of Hawaiian coffee. With its hyper-local, farm-to-cup philosophy and talented baristas, Dark Horse is a must-visit for high-quality coffee in southern Kauai.

Address: 5521 Koloa Rd Koloa, HI 96756

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5. imua coffee roasters.

Imua Coffee Roasters  is a small-batch coffee roastery tucked away in Kapaa, Hawaii, and one of the newest Kauai coffee shops They serve a variety of organic, fair-trade coffee blends, as well as plant-based fruit bowls, granolas, and banana bread. Imua prides itself on roasting its beans with a blended focus of science, intuition, and passion to extract the optimal flavors from the natural minerals and sugars inherent in each varietal.  

The cold brew crush (with added in Uala which is like “Ube” syrup), shaken up with oat creamer is delicious. Their cold brews are refreshing and strong making it one of the best places for cold brew on the island.

As for parking, Imua Coffee Roasters has a private lot with free parking available. They also offer free Wi-Fi and are wheelchair-accessible and covered outdoor patio seating area.

Address: 440 Aleka Pl Ste 7 Kapaa, HI 96746

6. Eden Coffee

Eden Coffee has two small coffee cart locations on Kauai.   Eden Coffee partners with Kauai growers to source premium beans for cold brew, espresso drinks and smoothies. We recommend trying the Hawaiian Dream which has chocolate and macadamia or the Island Bliss which is a chocolate coconut blend.

Eden has a very limited breakfast menu mostly consisting of pastries and baked goods.  

Stop by Eden Coffee for a lovingly crafted cup in a uniquely artistic setting.

Address: 3477 Weliweli Rd Koloa, HI 96756

7. Kauai Coffee Company

The Kauai Coffee Company estate in Kalaheo is a must-visit for an immersive Hawaiian coffee experience. Their sprawling 3,100 acre plantation produces millions of coffee beans annually and it’s the largest coffee farm on the island.

Visitors can take informative tours of the fields and state-of-the-art roasting facilities. At their expansive café, you can sample freshly roasted coffee made from their estate beans, like smooth lattes and refreshing iced coffees.

Cookies, scones, breads, and milkshakes are also available. 

There is ample parking at the visitor center and cafe, which sit perched on a hilltop overlooking the lush coffee estate. With its breathtaking setting, interactive tours, and freshly roasted coffees, the Kauai Coffee Company provides a complete farm-to-cup encounter with Hawaiian coffee culture. If you’re a coffee enthusiast or just curious about how your morning brew is made, we highly recommend this $60 tour–it’s an absolute must-do!

Address: 870 Halewili Rd Kalaheo, HI 96741

8. Sunrise Coffee

For a delicious coffee fix on the go, stop by the Sunrise Coffee truck in Lihue. This coffee shop on wheels brews up locally sourced Hawaiian coffee beans in espressos, lattes, and cold brews. Prices are reasonable, with a 12oz latte around $4.50. They also serve up breakfast sandwiches, acai bowls, and snacks like cookies and banana bread. Our favorite thing is the açaí bowl with bananas and peanut butter!  The energetic staff provides fast and friendly service. 

Parking can be tricky as the truck parks in a small paved lot, but there is additional street parking nearby. With its convenience, hearty portions, and specialty coffee brews, Sunrise Coffee is the perfect place to start your Kauai morning.

Address: 3-3716 Kuhio Hwy Lihue, HI 96766

9. Aloha Roastery

Located just outside Lihue, Aloha Roastery brings the seeds-to-cup process to life. Their modern café sits adjacent to the roasting facility, allowing for super fresh coffee. They serve a range of coffee drinks like espresso beverages, and nitro cold brew on tap, with prices from $3-$6. You can also purchase their artisan coffee beans. Aloha Roastery’s menu items feature baked goods to complement the coffee. 

Parking is readily available in their large lot. The knowledgeable baristas provide coffee education with each cup. With its convenient location, dedicated roasting craft, and a menu of tasty coffee and treats, Aloha Roastery immerses you in the complete Hawaiian coffee experience.

Address: 3-3100 Kuhio Hwy Lihue, HI 96766

10. Ko Bakery + Coffee

For delicious baked goods paired with locally sourced coffee, visit Ko Bakery + Coffee in Lihue. This sunny café serves up the best food with homemade pastries, muffins, and bread baked fresh daily. We had fun tasting all the scones which included pineapple, lilikoi, and banana foster scones. Enjoy your treats with specialty coffee drinks like espresso beverages, and frappes, with prices from $3 to $6. They also offer fruit smoothies, fresh juices, and teas. 

The bright, plant-filled space has limited indoor seating, but there is outdoor patio seating in front. Parking can get crowded in their small lot, but street parking is also available nearby. With its scrumptious baked goods, artisanal coffees made from local roasters, and cheery atmosphere, Ko Bakery + Coffee is a local favorite neighborhood café in east Kauai.

Address: 1611 Haleukana St Lihue, HI 96766

11. Wishing Well Coffee

Located in historic Hanalei town, Wishing Well Coffee is a cozy community café with small-town charm. They use beans from local Kauai farms to craft specialty lattes, cold brews, and more for prices from $3-$6. Tasty treats like cinnamon rolls and lilikoi cheesecake pair perfectly with the coffee. Wishing Well also serves up acai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, paninis, and salads for dining in at their farmhouse-style tables or taking to-go. 

Street parking is limited, but additional public parking can be found just behind the café. With its locally sourced ingredients, quaint interior, and delicious food, Wishing Well Coffee offers an authentic neighborhood coffee shop experience in West Kauai.

Address: 5-5080 Kuhio Hwy Wishing Well Shave Ice Hanalei, HI 96714

12. Rainbeau Jo’s

For a vibrant coffee and breakfast spot in Lihue, visit Rainbeau Jo’s café and bakery. The owners Beau and Jo, came to Kaua’i to bring a great experience and delicious coffee/granitas/pastries onto the island. They use locally roasted beans to prepare specialty lattes, mochas, and iced coffee for  $5-7 per cup. We tried the macadamia nut latte which was delicious and the berry nice smoothie which had a good variety of berries and no additional sugar.

Rainbeau Jo’s homemade muffins, scones, cinnamon rolls, and breakfast sandwiches pair perfectly with the coffee. Their bright space includes high-top tables indoors, as well as outdoor tables. Rainbeau Jo’s is fairly new to the Kauai coffee scene and is the perfect spot to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee while watching other visitors hula hoop while waiting for their drinks. 

Parking is readily available in their lot.  With options, artisan coffee drinks, and charming decor, Rainbeau Jo’s is a popular spot for morning coffee or breakfast in central Kauai. The bright white walls and neon pink accents of this island coffee shop immediately catch your eye and draw you into its cheery, laid-back vibe. The minimalist decor lets the spirit of the island shine through. Local artwork and ambient Hawaiian music enhance the tranquil atmosphere. Behind the counter, the friendly staff greeted you with a warm “Aloha!” and genuine smile.  All these are great reasons to stop by Rainbeau Jo’s in Lihue on your Kauai vacation!

Address: 4379 Rice St Lihue, HI 96766

13. Kind Koffee

Kind Koffee is located in a cute little co-op marketplace called Warehouse 3540, and looks like an adorable camper. They offer espressos, lattes, and iced drinks for  $3-5. You can pair your coffee with a limited number of food items like avocado toast.  The coffee cart is always very clean and decorated with outdoor garden seating creating a tranquil vibe. 

Street parking is limited, but additional free public parking lots can be found nearby. Kind Koffee provides more than just quality coffee – their friendly service and positive vibes make it a positive coffee experience. 

Address: 3540 Koloa Rd Kalaheo, HI 96741

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