Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

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Overview

Hawai‘i Island’s only working salt farm, featured on Guy Fieri’s “Guy Hawaiian Style,” is located on a scenic 7-acre oceanfront site in the Hawai‘i Ocean Science & Technology Park (HOST Park)—a community dedicated to ocean innovation.

Our salt is hand-harvested by our Chief Salt Maker from deep ocean water drawn from 2,200 feet below the surface. On tour, you’ll learn about the cultural significance of Hawaiian salt (paʻakai), the journey of our ultra-pure water, and our solar-evaporation process. Enjoy a guided salt tasting, with pure, flavored, and smoked varieties.

Optional cold deep ocean water foot soaks are available. If you're short on time, visit our retail store—just minutes from the airport. Through our Give Back program, 1% of revenue supports marine debris cleanup and coral restoration. The tour is partially wheelchair accessible—please contact us for details.

What's Included

  • Bottled water Our Deep Ocean Magnesium Mineral Water

    Meeting Location

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    Makako Bay Drive
    Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

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    What To Expect

    Kailua-Kona

    Our Salt Farm Manager will meet you at our office and give a guided tour of our water source, salt harvesting areas, explain the salt harvesting process, our other deep ocean mineral products and finish with a salt tasting.
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST). Read more Apr 2025

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    Activity code: C-309786P3

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    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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