5.0Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden(2.251 reviews) - An amazing tropical experience Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
The Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden is a 501(c)(3) Scientific and Educational non-profit, whose mission is to serve as a nature preserve and sanctuary, a living seed bank, and a study center for trees and plants of the tropical world. The Garden is dedicated to the collection and display of the world's tropical plants, and to the education of both children and adults about the plight of the world's rainforests. At a time when rainforest plants are disappearing at an alarming rate, the Garden is working to preserve as many species as possible for the benefit of future generations.See more..
5.0Hawaiian Vanilla Company(1.448 reviews) - The BEST Tour on the Island! Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gardens
Ian, the owner, provided a very informative and entertaining tour of his vanilla farm. There was a cart available for those who needed a lift from the gift shop/restaurant down to the grow houses, and umbrellas (we had downpours!). Any information you could possibly want about the unique orchid that produces vanilla beans can be had, either in the presentation or by asking questions. We thought the lunch was too pricey, but after arriving in Hawaii and seeing restaurant prices, we wish we'd added on the reasonably priced vanilla-inspired luncheon! The gift shop is well-stocked (and the items are NOT at the airport). This was the BEST activity and/or tour we did on Hawaii! Highly, highly rated.See more..
5.0Princeville Botanical Gardens(1.379 reviews) - Stunning Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Gardens
Princeville Botanical Gardens is a family owned and operated garden paradise located in the Princeville area on the magnificent north shore of Kauai. Established by The Robertson Family with the help of their close gardening friend Michael in 2001, this 9-acre property has been transformed into a breathtaking garden with dramatic landscaping in two steep valleys. The tour includes homegrown honey and fruit samples, as well as a chocolate tasting that teaches you the history of chocolate making. You'll have fun learning about the uses and folklore of native Hawaiian plants and exotic species from around the world. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Visitors can experience the garden on pre-scheduled tours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Tours are not recommended for children under 6 years. Moderate mobility is needed to go on our nature walk. Please be sure to call us before visiting. Thank you!See more..
4.5Allerton Garden(1.290 reviews) - Allerton garden and luau Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens
NTBG’s Allerton Garden Garden is located on the south shore of Kauai in the picturesque Lawai Valley. Tours run daily and include a ride from the Visitors Center in Poipu along a scenic coastal route and continue along the valley rim on a former sugarcane train railbed. Visitors disembark on the valley floor to explore this former private estate, named by National Geographic Traveler magazine as one of the 50 places to see in a lifetime. Plants form the walls of outdoor rooms, the canopy of trees the ceiling. Housed within are elegant statuary and water features. A popular spot for photos is the ‘Jurassic trees’, with their massive curving roots.National Tropical Botanical Garden is a nonprofit institution, dedicated to saving and studying tropical plants.See more..
The gardens were really beautiful and were a great place for taking pictures. The bridges, trees, water and mountain views, sculptures and plants were all so gorgeous. Driving through was peaceful, but it was so inviting that we also got out and took a little walk. It was easy to park and free to enter. What a treasure to Hilo! See more..
NTBG’s McBryde Garden and Allerton Garden are located on the south shore of Kauai in the picturesque Lawai Valley. Individual tours of each garden run daily and include a ride from the Visitors Center in Poipu along a scenic coastal route and continue along the valley rim on a former sugarcane train railbed. Visitors disembark on the valley floor to explore these outstanding gardens. McBryde, NTBG’s flagship garden, is home to the world’s largest collection of native Hawaiian flora, many endangered or having gone extinct in the wild. It is a “botanical ark”, filled with palms, flowering trees, ornamental flowers, and unusual plants from the tropical world. Allerton is a former private estate, named by National Geographic Traveler magazine as one of the 50 places to see in a lifetime. Plants form the walls of outdoor rooms, the canopy of trees the ceiling. Housed within are elegant statuary and water features. A popular spot for photos is the ‘Jurassic trees’, with their massive curving roots.National Tropical Botanical Garden is a nonprofit institution, dedicated to saving and studying tropical plants.See more..
4.5Limahuli Garden and Preserve(718 reviews) - Worth the time and money Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
If you love nature, you will appreciate this preserve. They provide a booklet that describes the items along the path. I especially appreciated learning about how they have preserved native plants from the interior of the island that are near extinction and impact of immigration to the island. A reservation is a must, as parking and access is limited.See more..
