Kukui Lei Making Tour
Experience authentic Hawaiian culture by crafting your own Kukui leaf lei.

Kukui Lei Adventure: Craft & Celebrate Hawaiian Tradition
- Engage directly with Hawaiian traditions and learn the authentic process of lei-making from harvesting to crafting.
- Connect deeply with the natural surroundings of our lush property as you handpick kukui leaves directly from the trees.
- Gain a unique cultural insight into the ceremonial importance of Kukui leis in Hawaiian culture.
- Create a personalized souvenir to commemorate your experience, crafted with your own hands.
- Experience warm Hawaiian hospitality with knowledgeable guides who share engaging stories and traditions.
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Times
Monday – Sunday
Every hour on the hour from 9 AM – 4 PM
Duration
2 hours
Unforgettable Hawaiian Lei-Making Experience
Immerse yourself in authentic Hawaiian culture with our Kukui Lei Adventure. Engage directly with nature by harvesting fresh kukui leaves, learn traditional Hawaiian techniques for preparing them, and craft your very own Kukui leaf lei. Discover the cultural and ceremonial significance behind these leis while enjoying a relaxing, enriching, and memorable experience suitable for all ages.
What’s included
- Guided tour and hands-on lei-making experience (approx. 2 hours)
- All necessary materials and tools
- Your handcrafted Kukui leaf lei to take home
- Smaller, travel-friendly ceremonial leis (optional)
- Expert local guide sharing stories and cultural insights
- Complimentary bottled water
What’s not included
- Transportation to/from the property
- Meals (only water provided)
Itinerary
- Arrival and brief introduction
- Walk to the Kukui tree and harvest leaves
- Guided lei-making workshop
- Cultural storytelling session about Kukui’s ceremonial significance
Kona Coffee Farm Tour Reviews

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My husband and I loved our visit at Rising Kona! Sej gave us a tour of the farm and made us a great cup of coffee, which we got to enjoy while looking out at the stunning view and learning so much about how the coffee was made. She is very knowledgeable and passionate about what Rising Kona and we can't wait to come back and see how much they have grown in the future.

Was a great experience. Learned a lot about a drink I have been drinking for years.

We had such a lovely visit on our last day in Kona. Sej was so kind and ran an excellent tour. Their coffee is excellent — and their story and mission are, too. Thank you so much for having us! Such a great coffee tour!

Sej was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, making us feel welcomed and well-informed about the coffee making process! Throughout the tour, her enthusiasm and helpful nature only added to the charm, making it a fantastic addition to our list of things to do in the area. We can’t wait to come back, and the coffee was DELICIOUS!

We just dropped in - 6 adults and 5 kids - at the end of the day and Sej spent a ltime with us and was great. We didn’t have much time and would love to go back!

Sej was an amazing guide! Not only does she brew a delicious coffee, but she takes amazing pictures throughout the experience as well. Highly recommend adding this tour to your Big Island itinerary.

Great and. Very informative tour with a passionate guide. Highly recommend them and their coffee

Spontaneously decided to take a tour while in Kona and Rising Kona turned out to be a great choice. They are a newer operation, super close to town and very accomodating. Braidon gave us a fun and thorough tour packed with information and infused with personality. We were also fortunate to meet Jason at the end and picked up some excellent coffee. That is probably the only downside- you won't want to drink anything else 🙂

Very educational tour with wonderful and friendly hosts and incredible views. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn more about Kona coffee.

Tolle Führung, spannende Einblicke in die Gewinnung und Herstellung von Kaffee. Wir würden die Tour sehr empfehlen!

Absolutely had a blast on this free tour. Our tour guide Sej was so friendly and gave us an in depth explanation of the coffee process. She also had a coffee tasting for us. She walked us around the farm showing us where the beans are grown and roasted. She was so easy talk to and joke around with. Her son (off from school) also gave us a cute explanation of what they do at the farm. Come and support this new and upcoming coffee farm!

The educational experience on this Kona Coffee Farm Tour taught me so much about the history and process of coffee production. It's a must-do outdoor activity when visiting the top attractions nearby. So informative and engaged throughout the whole experience.

Brayden was very knowledgeable about the coffee growing and processing. He was a friendly and cordial host for a very personalized tour. The coffee is excellent and very smooth. Definitely recommend for a wonderful experience and view from their location.

We had a wonderful experience on the tour!! Bryce was super knowledgeable, informative, and personable and led a very fun experience! The setting is gorgeous and you'll learn so much about coffee!

It was an amazing experience! We got a free coffee tour where the owner made us some farm-grown coffee and then talked us through the process of how it’s made. It was a super educative experience and super fun. She was very friendly and it was a good experience all along 🙂

We had an exceptional experience on the Kona Coffee Farm Tour, taking in the scenic views, rich aromas, and friendly staff make you feel genuinely welcome, and the coffee tasting was a delightful touch. Definitely a top thing to do when exploring the area.

Fantastic tour! Would highly recommend if you want a calm, educational, and beautiful tour!

We had an amazing experience with Sej on this personal tour! Speaking for myself, I always drink my coffee with cream and sugar, but Rising Kona has changed my coffee life. Once you drink Rising Kona black, you can't go back! SO impressed and humbled by what we learned about the process, the dedication of the people who are involved in each step, and the natural, perfect environment that it takes to make a cup of coffee. Our tour was very relaxed and was a beautiful way to start our morning. We just brewed our first pot since returning to NYC and it brought us right back. Thank you Sej and we wish you and Jason the very best with everything that comes next!

This coffee tasting experience was top attractions nearby with its panoramic scenic views, friendly staff, and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a must-visit activity for anyone visiting Kona. The educational experience tracing the journey of our coffee from farm to cup was an added bonus, making it a top things to do on our sightseeing itinerary.

Wonderful experience all around, with breathtaking scenic views. The entire tour was absolutely amazing. Sej was an amazing tour guide. She gave us all the information on how her farm runs and they produce coffee.

My partner and I really enjoyed this tour! We were with Sej and she was so helpful in creating our experience. We got to try their estate coffee as well as their pea berry coffee, which was amazing. Would definitely recommend stopping by and taking the tour!

Our tour with Bryce was amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable about everything and was great at keeping the tour engaging. It was very easy to make a reservation and directions to get in were very clear. Would 100% recommend!

The tour of the farm was amazing! The tour guide Bryce was insanely nice and knowledgeable. He made the whole experience fun. 100% worth your time to come see him and the amazing farm! The coffee is delicious as well.

Sage is sooo informative and enthusiastic!!! A perfect excursion for anyone looking for an alternative to water excursions, hiking or state parks. Ideal for someone looking for something non physical to do. 👍👍

My family of 5 adults came to kill time before our flight home that night and had the best time learning about the history and process of Kona coffee. Staff was well educated and incredibly passionate about coffee and the company. Endless opportunities with this company and is a great experience, definitely recommend to any coffee lovers!

We were pleasantly surprised by the comprehensive and informative Kona Coffee Farm Tour, offering a genuinely educational experience that left us feeling satisfied and eager to learn more about coffee production. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply looking for top attractions nearby, Rising Kona Coffee Farm Tours is definitely worth a visit.

In a beautiful coffee-farming setting, I enjoyed a delightful experience of scenic views, friendly staff, and educational experiences that left me with a deeper appreciation of the coffee made here. Our tour guide Sej was delightful and definitely spread that aloha spirit and made us feel like ohana!

Such a fun experience! The views are amazing the staff is so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended making it out there.

The Rising Kona Coffee Farm Tour was a great stop on our first visit to Kona. We were able to get a reservation short notice and learn about the coffee.

We had an amazing time on the Kona Coffee Farm Tour, taking in the beautiful scenic views and enjoying the friendly staff who shared their expertise on the ins and outs of coffee cultivation! The interactive and educational experience made it a standout activity among the top things to do in the area.

Bryce and his female associate were exceptional! Not to mention Cookie the cat! We learned so much, felt welcomed, enjoyed unbelievable views and can’t wait to come back! Thank you for the Aloha, such an incredible family memory! Highly recommend!

Our visit to Rising Kona Coffee Farm was one of the highlights of our trip to the Big Island! Booking was quick and easy, just a short distance from downtown Kona up a stunning hill that apparently hosts a beautiful mansion. Sage, our guide, was amazing in answering all our questions. She described not only the history of the farm, and not only how to grow the beans but how the flavors form and which has the most caffeine! For the first time, I throughly enjoyed black coffee - no creamer! She noted that the coffee community on Kona actively supports each other. I hope she is able to sell other Kona made products in their shop soon. Amazing views, great photo ops, easy access to see the trees. Loved being followed by Cookie the cat! Now we even know how pepper corns are grown (photo)! Highly recommend this personal truly authentic coffee farm tour! Thank you Sage and Cookie!!

A must visit…Sej and her son are warm and inviting. Educational tour, delicious coffee, beautiful views. A must visit. See you next time.

Sej and her son Tavi gave us a fantastic tour that made us feel apart of the Kona community. They’re fun tour taught my family so much about the Kona coffee process and gave us an experience we’ll always remember

Great Team, Great tour!! So fun to learn about something independ in everyday!

A delightful experience awaits at the top attractions nearby, with breathtaking scenic views, friendly and knowledgeable staff, especially Sej, and a family-friendly atmosphere that's perfect for all ages. We especially enjoyed the hands-on coffee tasting and educational experience, which left us with a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship of Kona coffee. The coffee was excellent and cookie the cat was excellent as well!

Our tour guide, Bryce, was extremely nice and helpful during our tour. He was quite knowledgeable, and gave great visuals and explanations.

Our visit to the Kona Coffee Farm Tour was a highlight, offering breathtaking Scenic Views that made us feel truly immersed in the lush surroundings.

Bryce gave a great, informative tour, a great experience! Highly recommended.
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