About this experience
Explore the fascinating world of chocolate at Mānoa Chocolate's factory in Kailua, Hawaiʻi. This self-guided tour takes you through the entire chocolate-making process, from roasting cacao to tasting delicious creations. Learn about farming cacao in the only U.S. state that grows it, and dive into the rich story of Mānoa Chocolate’s journey over the last 15 years. Taste chocolate in various forms and indulge in a gift shop filled with sweet offerings as you enjoy this unique experience.
- Self-guided tour of the tree-to-bar chocolate factory
- Duration of 45 minutes with a focus on the entire chocolate-making process
- Suitable for chocolate lovers of all ages, with special pricing for children
PLEASE NOTE this Factory Tour takes place at a SEPARATE location from our other shops. Detailed directions will be sent in a confirmation email upon completing your booking.
IMPORTANT: Requires the ability to climb stairs. Be prepared to walk up 56 steps then back down again twice.
At a glance
- Duration: 45 min–1 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 45 min–1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Cacao Tea or Cacao Brew
- Chocolate samples
- Golden Spoon
Itinerary and highlights
Arrival & Shuttle: Park at Entry Gate 1 lot. Board the shuttle (departs 10 mins before tour) to ride up to the factory.
The Roaster Introduction: Meet your guide on the ground floor for an orientation and a taste of a freshly roasted cacao seed.
Video & The Golden Spoon: Head upstairs to watch a short introductory video and collect a souvenir Golden Spoon for the tasting fountains!
The bird's-eye view Catwalk & Chocolate Fountains: View videos at each station explaining the role of the machines below. Use your Golden Spoon to sample warm, flowing chocolate from the fountains along the path.
Production Floor: Walk down to the production line to see the where the chocolate is tempered, molded, and packaged.
Gift Shop: Return upstairs to the retail space to finish your visit and enjoy additional samples.
Flexible Departure: Whenever you’ve finished your chocolate shopping, simply let the guide in the gift shop know. They will coordinate your shuttle ride back to the parking lot.
Meeting and pickup information
- From Kalanianaʻole Hwy: Veer left at the fork after the transfer station. From Mokapu Blvd: Turn right at Kapaa Quarry Place. For both, enter the gravel lot at Entry Gate 1. Park here and wait for the shuttle; there is no customer parking at the factory. Further instructions in confirmation email.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Manoa Chocolate Factory Tour
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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