Mauka & Makai Farms Van Tour for Foodies

Mauka & Makai Farms Van Tour for Foodies lasts about 5 hours 15 minutes.

Mauka & Makai Farms Van Tour for Foodies meets at Pick Up Point (guest's location).

Mauka & Makai Farms Van Tour for Foodies includes Professional guides, Transportation from & to location, Tasting/sampling at all venues, Small souvenir at all venues, Self grilling yakiniku/hibachi BBQ lunch, and Dipping sauces.

72 hours soft confirmation (cancelable and refundable). 48 hours hard confirmation and no refund.

Casual attire works well for this tour, but footwear matters depending on where you walk. Sneakers are recommended since the tour involves walking through farms. Sandals are acceptable, but high heels are not suitable for the terrain. The two sides of the tour have noticeably different climates. The mountain side (Mauka) sees occasional showers with temperatures around 77 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coastal side (Makai) is typically sunny and warmer at around 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Dressing in comfortable layers that can handle both conditions is a practical approach.

Children are welcome on this tour, but there are age-related requirements you must address before booking. Under Hawaii state traffic law, children aged 0 to 4 must use a child seat, and children aged 5 to 10 must use a booster or junior seat. The tour van will be equipped with appropriate seats. Failing to do so in advance could create complications on the day of the tour.

Reservations are fully cancellable and refundable up until 48 hours before your scheduled pickup time. Once the 48-hour window passes, the reservation is confirmed and no refunds are issued for cancellations made within that period. Reservations must be made at least 72 hours in advance. There is also a minimum participant requirement to be aware of. If fewer than six guests are confirmed, the tour may be canceled by the operator. You will be notified of any cancellation within 48 hours of the tour date and will receive a full refund if that happens.

Yes, shellfish allergies are a serious concern on this tour because the experience includes tasting at multiple venues and a BBQ lunch featuring shellfish such as abalone and Kona shrimp. The operator explicitly notes that all participants should have no shellfish allergies before joining. The self-grilling BBQ lunch also includes premium beef cuts like sirloin and side skirt, along with sliced vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, and zucchini. Dipping sauces provided include a traditional soy-based Japanese BBQ sauce and a sesame oil with sea salt option. If you have concerns beyond shellfish, contacting the operator directly before booking is advisable.

Group size on this tour is capped at 14 guests. The booking system automatically closes reservations once 15 or more guests have been added, so spots are limited. On the other end, the tour requires a minimum of 6 participants to run. If the confirmed participant count falls below six, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. You will be informed of any cancellation within 48 hours of the scheduled date and will receive a full refund. Because of this minimum requirement, booking early and confirming your spot at least 72 hours ahead is important.