The tour begins with a visit to Kona Sea Salt, where you'll discover the world’s only salt made from deep seawater drawn from 2,200 feet below the ocean’s surface. Rich in minerals and free from bacteria, this salt has a unique story. A dedicated tour guide will delve into the history of salt in Hawaii, the cultural significance of salt, and the meticulous production methods used at the facility. At the end of the tour, you’ll have the opportunity to sample the natural salt, paired with fresh vegetables or fruits. Following this, the tour will proceed to the Big Island Abalone, where you can explore the largest and most
renowned abalone aquaculture site in the U.S.A.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled water
✔ Lunch
✔ Professional Guide
✔ Gratuities
✖ Private transportation
Pickup Locations
1. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
2. The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
3. Fairmont Orchid
4. Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
5. Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Additional Info: We will pick you up at entrance except for Fairmont Orchid. The customer who will be picked up at Fairmont Orchid is at kiosk in the parking lot.
8:30am for Mauna Kea Beach Resort, 8:35am for Hapuna Beach Resort, 8:55am for Fairmont Orchid, 9:05am for Mauna Lani, 9:20am for Waikoloa Beach Marriot.
Itinerary
1
Award winning tour on Tripadvisor! Featured on Guy Fieri's new series: "Guy Hawaiian Style" we are located on 7 acres of oceanfront space on Kona Keahole Point and hand harvest Hawaiian Salt from pristine deep ocean waters, 2,200 feet below the surface of the Kona Sea.
You will learn about the salt harvesting process and the different kinds of salt variations, how deep seawater is different from surface water, the significance of salt in Hawaiian culture and a brief historical overview of the ancient Hawaiian settlement Ho’ona. Lastly, you will get a chance to taste some of our Kona Pure, Smoked and Flavored Salts.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Big Island Abalone
Award winning tour on Tripadvisor! This facility, the largest and most prestigious abalone aquaculture site in the U.S., manages every aspect of abalone production, from spawning to harvest. A knowledgeable tour guide will provide in-depth information about the ecology and characteristics of abalone, as well as their culinary qualities. The tour concludes with a tasting of steamed abalone, giving you the opportunity to experience this exquisite delicacy firsthand.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Big Island Abalone
After the last tours ends, Grilled Hibachi BBQ (Yakiniku)
lunch is served at the Big Island Abalone. Yakiniku originally meaning "grilled meat", is a Japanese term that in its broadest sense, refers to grilled meat cuisine. “Yakiniku" commonly refers to a style of cooking bite-size meat (usually beef and offal) and vegetables on gridirons or griddles over a flame of wood charcoals carbonized by dry distillation (sumibi) or a gas/electric grill. Kona Barbeque is a unique compliment to the traditional yakiniku! The set
menu offers a delicious array of local and premium ingredients, combined with an efficient grilling method.
Here’s a bit more about what you can expect from their offerings:
1. Beefs (Sliced & marinated):
Sirloin, Side Skirt: locally sourced grass-fed beef
2. Seafoods
Kona Shrimp: Fresh, locally sourced shrimp from the Kona region.
Abalone: farm-raised in the farm
3. Sliced Vegetables:
bell peppers, onions and zucchini, those can be variated by season.
Duration: 60 minutes
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Remaining hours will be allotted for the travel time
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
