Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket
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Kauai, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Indulge a passion for both nature and chocolate on this tropical tasting tour of Princeville Botanical Gardens in Kauai. Explore the plants and flowers on a tour of the garden’s terraces, creek beds, and valley floor, stopping along the way to taste fresh Hawaiian fruit and honey. Rest your feet in a shady outdoor tasting area as you sample single-origin gourmet chocolates from around the world and learn how cocoa beans are transformed into delicious chocolate products.
- Perfect for fans of gardening and chocolate
- See native Kauai plants and flowers in the beautifully landscaped gardens
- Stay comfortable: Walking sticks and umbrellas are provided
- Sample fruits, chocolate, and honey
What's Included
- Tour escort/host
- Fruit samples
- Gourmet chocolate tasting
- Gratuities
- Walking Sticks, Umbrellas
- Organic, Deet-Free Island Bug Spray
- Insect repellant for purchase
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 3840 Ahonui Pl, Princeville, HI 96722, USA
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.Operating hours.9:30 am
Itinerary
1
Princeville Botanical Gardens
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Tours operate in rain or shine
- Parents must accompany their child at all times. Further, in consideration of all guests, we ask that parents make an honest assessment of their child's/children's temperament
- Be prepared for a walk in the Woods; Please wear good walking shoes and bring a rain Jacket
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 800 reviews
Laurel_G, Mar 2026
Leisurely stroll through a private botanical garden with a variety of tastings including their own single source chocolate...limited, and other global fare trade chocolates, their honey, and seasonal fruits. Knowledgeable guide.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Laurel,
Mahalo for visiting us! A hui ho!
Jessica_V, Mar 2026
Great experience with very knowledgeable staff. Absolutely loved it. We went on a day after a wind storm but it was beautiful out. Lauren was very sweet and knew answers to every question our group had. We never felt the trek was too much, either. 10/10. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Mahalo nui loa for the 10/10 !!! We greatly appreciate your visit as well as your kind recommendation!
A hui ho!
Lynn_T, Mar 2026
Wonderful experience! Very friendly, knowledgeable host and guides. The chocolate tasting was a very educational break. Bring a raincoat and use one of their walking sticks to walk with!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Lynn,
Your words put a little zing in our hearts! So happy you enjoyed the tour. We hope to see you again!
A hui ho!
Tom_C, Mar 2026
Exceptional! Our guide was a walking encyclopedia! He made learning about the garden and the chocolate very interesting and fun!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Tom! We'll take exceptional, Mahalo!
We love touring engaged and curious guests like yourself! Thank you for your feedback, much appreciated!
Kevin_S, Mar 2026
Beautiful and amazing botanical garden in a quiet part of the island.
Very nice, knowledgeable staff.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Kevin! Thank you for the kind review and taking the time to visit us, your support is much appreciated! A hui ho!
Kathleen_M, Mar 2026
We were very lucky to catch good weather for this tour. Very friendly staff greeted us right at the front gate. The garden is beautiful, even stunning in places. I teased my wife that this must be what the Garden of Eden looked like. Our guide, Heidi, was a 14 year veteran and so very passionate and knowledgeable. Mini- tasting stops throughout the tour were very fun and the chocolate tasting part was very interesting. The only downside was the length of the tour was 3 hours, and with the heat and humidity, it was a wee bit too much for my wife. They ended the tour in a fun way: each party got their own fresh coconut to sip juice from. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We love "The Garden of Eden" reference Kathleen! We feel the same way about this beautiful place! Heidi is a wealth of information and truly passionate in sharing her love for the botanical world, happy to hear you found it fun and educational! Mahalo nui loa for coming to see us!
Kathy_T, Feb 2026
Gardens were so beautiful and our guide, Troy, was so knowledgeable funny and helpful. It was a delight to be with him. Learned a lot about the garden the owners and area. The walk had lots of different terrain, some steps and hills. Our walking sticks were helpful since we're not "young chickens". Enjoyed both fruit and chocolate tastings. Although it was predicting rain, we had none.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Kathy,
We appreciate you letting us know about your tour. Troy is a treat to walk with, always entertaining and informative! Thank so much for being here. A hui ho!
Larissa_D, Feb 2026
This was a fantastic tour exploring and gaining knowledge about the islands plants native and non native. It was a very unique experience while getting to taste the fresh fruit and the chocolate was an added bonus. Loved everything about this tour!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Larissa, We're so grateful for your feedback and support of the gardens, Mahalo! You put a big smile in our hearts! A hui ho!
Randall_R, Feb 2026
Beautifully landscaped but is NOT wheelchair friendly. That being said, the paths are well maintained. There are many terraces, elevation changes, and garden can be muddy in places when raining. The garden is located on the northern region of Kauai where rainfall is plentiful. Be prepared with raingear and good walking or hiking shoes.
The chocolate tasting was intriguing and delicious comparing chocolate from around the world. A short explanation of the farmer's part of the chocolate making process from the planting of the cacao trees, the harvesting of the seed pods, the processing of the seeds before sending the nibs to the chocolatier who produces the finished product was given. The tour was a relaxing and informative way to spend a leisurely 3 hours in a peaceful and beautiful setting.
If you enjoy learning about plants from around the world you'll love this tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Randall! Thank you so much for visiting us and taking the time to write such a lovely, detailed review! We appreciate your feedback. Lauren is a wonderful guide, we'll make sure to share your comments with her ! A hui ho!
Maria_C, Feb 2026
One of the best botanical garden tours we've ever been on! Loved hearing about the history of the plants as well the uses currently.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Aloha Maria! Your review lights us up hearing your appreciation of your experience with us! It's such a joy for us to share our love for the natural world and get people connected and excited through their time with us at the garden.We appreciate you and your support! A hui ho!
Kristine_M, Feb 2026
Beautiful gardens informative guide Troy yummy fruit and chocolate tasting. Lots of steps so if you need a walker maybe not for you
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Mahalo nui loa Kristine! Thanks so much for visiting us. Happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with Troy.
A hui ho!
Armando_G, Jan 2026
Should visit this places my experience was awesome very nice and I would come back and visit this place again
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Mahalo nui loa for your recommendation! We appreciate your visit and hope to see you again.
A hui ho!
Lisa_V, Dec 2025
Beautiful grounds, knowledgeable tour guide, great tasting spots. A hidden spot in Princeville and wonderful experience!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Mahalo nui loa for visiting us Lisa! We appreciate your feedback and love hearing how much you enjoyed your tour and the beauty of the 'Aina.
Happy Holidays!
laurie_h, Dec 2025
the knowledge of the tour leaders was wonderful. the entire tour was beautiful and the tasting of chocolates from around the world was an added bonus! we did have a couple of people with physical challenges and it did slow the tour down a bit.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Aloha Laurie! Mahalo nui loa for visiting us!
A hui ho!
Melinda_B, Dec 2025
A beautiful oasis! The grounds and plants were amazing, the tour guides were very informative and friendly and the chocolate was yummy! The tour information I received via email indicated to bring your own bug spray, however they did have bug repellent available for all to use, as well as for purchase, on site. You definitely want to use bug spray! They also had walking sticks that we could use if we wanted. I chose to use one and it came in handy with the hills and steps! It was a warm day when I took the tour, so I was very appreciative of the many plants and the shade that they provided as we walked and learned about them. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Aloha Melinda! Mahalo for visiting us and leaving such an informative review1. Warms our heart to hear you had a wonderful experience with us! A hui ho!
Sherry_S, Dec 2025
That it’s not just all about gardening and plants! It was so informative, yes about the plants. We also learned all about Cacao growing and all the fruits that come off the trees and their purpose. Our guide Lauren was a wealth of knowledge, super smart, great speaking voice (we could all hear her) and ultra organized.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Aloha Sherry! We are absolutely delighted to read your feedback and share your experience with Lauren! She's a local gem and we are so grateful to have her on our team! Thank you for visiting us and taking the time to write such a wonderful review! We appreciate your support! A hui ho!
Christopher_C, Nov 2025
This place is incredible. So much natural beauty managed into a beautiful place, just so much variety. Tour is a stroll with breaks and tasty fruit and chocolate, very friendly and informative staff. Kids said it was the best part of the trip! Did not expect that!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Aloha! We love hearing your kids considered their visit to the gardens the best part of their trip!! Thank you for sharing! A hui ho!
Karen_Q, Nov 2025
It’s fantastic. Hiking shoes/boots might be helpful. Lots of walking but excellent pace. Very informative and breathtaking. Very knowledgeable guide.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Aloha Karen! Mahalo nui loa for visiting us during your stay on Kauai! We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your tour with us and greatly appreciate your recommendation! A hui ho!
Amy_N, Nov 2025
The garden was beautiful, our guide equal parts informative and entertaining. Highly recommend. But use insect repellent. My daughter spent the next day in bed with cortisone cream treating over 30 mosquito bites.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Aloha Amy! We are so sorry to hear about your daughter's bites. A quick bit of info in case you spend more time out on trails here in Kauai - the lavender Noni lotion that is made here on island and that we have available on our tour is 100% organic and very effective in relieving any itching, swelling or irritation from a variety of insect bites. It's called Real Noni and you can find it at Healthy Hut, Hoku, or Papayas as well as here at the garden. We are happy you enjoyed your tour otherwise! A hui ho!
Jeremy_P, Nov 2025
This was our favorite garden out of the four botanical gardens we toured. It’s a very lush garden, and our guide, Zoe, was absolutely fantastic. A gorgeous property.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Aloha Jeremy! Love the Stars!!! We are Delighted to hear that our garden was your favorite and you found Zoey to be a fantastic guide! We agree, she's awesome!
Mahalo nui loa for visiting us! A hui ho!
Lisa_L, Nov 2025
We didn't know what to expect regarding this excursion but it turned out to be absolutely one of the best we attended. We learned so much interesting facts during this event.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Aloha Lisa!
It's refreshing and so much fun to be surprised in the best ways! We appreciate your share and delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your tour with us! We hope to see you again. A hui ho!
Nancy_R, Nov 2025
Our tour guide, Troy, was very friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the flora, fauna, and cocoa growing and chocolate making process. The female tour guides were also very welcoming and informative!
We definitely had a fabulous time!
Mahalo!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Aloha Nancy!
We love hearing you had a fabulous time with us and enjoyed learning from your tour guide Troy. Thank you so much for visiting the gardens! A hui ho!
Benigno_A, Nov 2025
It was the best garden tour we have been to. The pace was relaxed—a stroll rather than a sprint—up and down beautifully terraced paths and over picturesque bridges. Good thing it wasn’t raining and hadn’t rained the night before because some paths were steep and could have been slippery and muddy. we enjoyed fruit tastings along the way and halfway through, the 2 groups met up and we all sat in comfy chairs under a tent. Our guide, Lauren, was great! She and Troy (the other group’s guide) took turns telling us all about cacao trees and chocolate production. We even got to taste cacao ambrosia! Both guides were pleasant, articulate and informative. 3 hours passed by like a breeze. Walking sticks, umbrellas and insect repellent were provided and the walking sticks really came in handy. Even in good weather, good hiking boots and a hat were a must!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Aloha! Nature is the star here....you capture it perfectly by saying a " Treat for the Senses", couldn't have said it better!! Mahalo nui loa for spending time with us on your holiday to Kauai, we appreciate your support and lovely review.
A hui ho!
Sandra_K, Nov 2025
Absolutely stunning botanical gardens! Our guide was probably the most knowledgeable person we could have hoped for. The fruit and chocolate tastings were wonderful as well. Gift shop has lots of chocolate to choose from as well as healthy, herbal items. Do not hesitate to put on more bug stuff along the way, I got a number of mosquito bites though I never saw one!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Mahalo nui loa Sandra for the stunning review!!!!
We love hearing about your experience with us and appreciate the details of your share. A hui ho!
Robert_D, Nov 2025
Have enough time to find gathering place. Wear walking shores. Eat lunch before heading out . Have fun.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Aloha Robert!
Mahalo for visiting us!
Douglas_P, Oct 2025
This tropical garden is a great site that has been very laid out and is totally accessible by foot during the guided three hours. After 25 years it has reached a mature upper canopy with underlying flowers and tropical plants thriving.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Mahalo Douglas for visiting us and showing your appreciation for the beauty of the gardens! We appreciate you supporting us and our efforts. Mahalo nui loa!
duster, Oct 2025
The guides were awesome! They had rest areas where we sampled different local fruits. The grounds were beautiful and well maintained.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Mahalo nui loa for visiting us !
Laurie_C, Oct 2025
This tour was educational, beautiful and super easy. We loved the botanical garden and the tastings of chocolate, fruit and honey Our group of 7 women thoroughly loved it.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Aloha Glimmer Girls!! It was so much fun having you all on tour with us, we hope to see you again!!
Mahalo nui loa!
Bill_H, Sep 2025
The garden is absolutely amazing and the most beautiful place I've ever seen. The owners of the property are there to greet and available if need be. The knowledgeable tour guides were so patient and delightful. Over 2 thousand species to walk amoung and tasting of homemade chocolates. Highly recommend if ever on the island of Kauai.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Aloha Bill! Thank you so much for taking the time to visit our gardens while on island and leaving your review. We greatly appreciate it and hope to see you again! A hui ho!
Christine_F, Sep 2025
Beautiful! Troy our guide was exceptional and so informative. We loved every bit of our tour. The walk was easy and we had no issues with it being too steep or slippery as described in other reviews. It was a great addition to our trip. I would recommend it to anyone that loves gardens and chocolate!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We are absolutely filled with delight reading about your experience with us...thank you so much for taking the time to share! Grateful for your positive vibes! A hui ho!
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