BIG ISLAND · CERTIFIED DIVER - 2 TANK NIGHT MANTA DIVE
Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Farm Tours
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From
$100
Duration
~1-1.5 Hours
Tour type
Farm/Aquaculture Tour
Island
Big Island
Overview
- Tour of a working abalone aquaculture farm on the Kona Coast
- Learn how abalone (a shellfish delicacy) is farmed using deep-sea water
- Tasting typically included
A behind-the-scenes tour of one of Kona's abalone farms, which use the region's unique deep, cold seawater pumping infrastructure (originally built for ocean thermal energy research) to raise abalone. An educational, low-physical-effort activity.
Tripreviewall's Take
An interesting, easy-going alternative to Kona's ocean activities - good for a hot midday slot or a non-swimming day.
Good for
- Foodies and aquaculture-curious travelers
- Families wanting a low-intensity activity
- Rainy or non-beach days
Worth knowing
- This is an educational farm tour, not a hands-on harvesting experience - confirm exactly what's included
Ratings from every source we could find
Tripreviewall
4.5
88 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.5
88 reviews
GetYourGuide
4.5
50 reviews
Viator
4.5
25 reviews
Google Maps — Summarized by Our Team
Kona-area aquaculture farm tours are a niche but well-regarded category, typically praised for guide knowledge and the novelty of tasting fresh abalone on site.
Ratings and review counts are checked periodically and may not reflect same-day changes on each platform.
Location
Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Exact meeting point and pickup details are confirmed at booking via FareHarbor.
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