Overview
This 3-hour walking tour covers every corner of Princeville Botanical Gardens and includes a 50 minute gourmet chocolate tasting from around the world. You'll see & learn about the cacao tree and how chocolate is processed and sample our own delicious chocolate.
Your friendly guide will share stories of the gardens' development and a wealth of fascinating information about the plants. You'll taste seasonal fruit samples and homemade honey to keep your energy up as you explore our valleys.
This is a chocolate and garden experience unlike any other on Kauai.
PLEASE NOTE:
During the Covid-19 Pandemic, our tours are limited to 9 guests. All guests will be required to wear a mask and upon arrival will have their temperatures taken.
Mahalo nui loa for your understanding.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Tour escort/host
Snacks
Gourmet chocolate tasting
Fruit samples
Gratuities
Insect repellant is available for use and also purchase
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will meet you at the gardens where you can safely park your car inside our gates. Please note: We do NOT offer any transportation to or from the gardens.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Tours are rain or shine.
• We cannot accommodate wheelchairs, walkers, or scooters. Moderate mobility is needed for steep hills & steps.
• Be prepared with rain jacket and/or umbrella.
• Wear walking shoes
• Bring extra bug spray
What to expect
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Princeville Botanical Gardens
Begin the tour by exploring the upper terraces and the uses of the plants living in Waimea Valley. Find exotic flowers, rare medicinals, happy honey hives and t the bottom of the valley, small cacao grove thrives. Here, taste some raw chocolate nibs and learn about how chocolate is grown and harvested. When you leave the Valley, head to our outdoor chocolate tasting area, where you'll learn about modern and historical chocolate processing methods. You'll sample at least 5 different single-origin chocolates from around the world. After relaxing in the shade and enjoying the chocolate, back on your feet to explore our Anini Creek valley, another wonderland of rare plants, stunning topography, and fascinating sustainable cultivation techniques.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Honolulu).
Additional Information
- Moderate mobility is a must for our garden terrain. There are several sets of stairs throughout the tour and uphills and downhills on loose gravel
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket
Can I cancel Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
We will meet you at the gardens where you can safely park your car inside our gates. Please note: We do NOT offer any transportation to or from the gardens.
What's included?
- Tour escort/host
- Snacks
- Gourmet chocolate tasting
- Fruit samples
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Insect repellant is available for use and also purchase
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Princeville Botanical Gardens
