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Discover the Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting in Hawaii

Located in Honolulu, Hawaii, the Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting offers a premium, tree-to-bar chocolate experience inside a working urban factory. Visitors learn how cacao is grown on Oʻahu, processed, fermented, roasted, and transformed into award-winning chocolate—all while enjoying guided tastings of estate-crafted bars.

This intimate factory setting combines agricultural storytelling with precision chocolate-making in the heart of Honolulu.

Why it’s special: Lonohana is one of the few vertically integrated chocolate makers in Hawaii, controlling the entire process from cacao farming on Oʻahu to finished bar production in its Honolulu factory.

History & Story of Lonohana Estate Chocolate

Lonohana Estate Chocolate was founded with a mission to produce truly Hawaiian chocolate from locally grown cacao. The company established cacao orchards on Oʻahu and later opened a Honolulu-based factory to oversee fermentation, roasting, and chocolate production.

By managing the full tree-to-bar process, Lonohana ensures traceability, quality control, and distinctive flavor development, helping position Hawaii as an emerging fine cacao region.

What You’ll See & Do on the Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting

• Learn about cacao cultivation on Oʻahu and estate farming practices
• Observe fermentation, drying, roasting, and refining equipment
• Discover the science behind chocolate tempering and molding
• Participate in a guided tasting of multiple chocolate bars
• Compare flavor notes from different roast levels and cacao percentages
• Explore limited-edition and specialty chocolate offerings

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting session comparing estate-grown chocolate bars with varying cacao percentages.

Photo/Video Policy: Photography permitted in designated areas; restrictions may apply around active production equipment.

Souvenirs & Extras: Tree-to-bar chocolate bars, gift collections, and specialty cacao products available for purchase.

Pricing of the Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting

Adult price: $30 per adult

Children under 12 years old: Not typically recommended due to tasting-focused format

Reservations are required due to limited group sizes.

Visiting information for Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting

Duration: Approximately 60–75 minutes

Age limits: Recommended for ages 12 and older

Accessibility: Retail and tasting areas are accessible; production floor access may vary

Working Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (tours offered at scheduled times within these hours)

Advance booking is required to secure your tour time.

Nearby attractions to Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting

• Ala Moana Center
• Waikīkī Beach
• Honolulu Museum of Art

FAQs About Visiting the Lonohana Estate Chocolate Factory Tour & Tasting

Is Lonohana chocolate made from Hawaiian-grown cacao?
Yes. Lonohana grows cacao on Oʻahu and produces chocolate locally, maintaining a full tree-to-bar model.

Do I need to reserve in advance?
Yes. Tours are limited in size and require advance reservations.

Can I see chocolate being made during the tour?
Yes. Visitors observe production equipment and learn about each step of the chocolate-making process.

Is this tour suitable for children?
The tasting format and educational focus make it best suited for teens and adults.

How far is the factory from Waikīkī?
The factory is approximately a 10–15 minute drive from Waikīkī, depending on traffic conditions.