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Mānoa Chocolate Factory Tour: The Golden Spoon Experience

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45 to 60 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Cacao Tea or Cacao Brew
  • Snacks Chocolate samples
  • Golden Spoon

    Meeting Location

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    Kapaa Quarry Place
    Kailua, HI 96734, USA

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    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.
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    45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mānoa Chocolate Factory Tour: The Golden Spoon Experience?

    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

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5661900P2

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    What's Included

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    • Tea and coffeeCacao Tea or Cacao Brew
    • SnacksChocolate samples
    • Golden Spoon

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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