Farm Tours in Upcountry Maui
Walk among our upstart vanilla orchids and natives on the slopes of Haleakalā. Learn the art of vanilla cultivation, taste the harvest, and take home a piece of Maui with you. By appointment only — book your tour online.
Two Islands, One Vision for Vanilla
A shared mission to bring world-class vanilla cultivation to the Hawaiian Islands — from the Big Island to Maui.
Big Island · The Original
Hawaiian Vanilla Company
Our sister farm on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian Vanilla Company, is a pioneer in commercial vanilla production in the United States. For over two decades, they have perfected the delicate craft of growing, hand-pollinating, and curing premium Hawaiian vanilla beans — proving that world-class vanilla can be grown right here in the islands.
Their methods, knowledge, and passion form the foundation of everything we do. The techniques they have refined on the Big Island are the same ones we are bringing to Maui.
A Historic First
Founded in 1998, Hawaiian Vanilla Company is the first commercial vanilla farm in Hawaii — and in the entire United States. They pioneered the cultivation of vanilla in America, proving it could be grown commercially outside of the tropics and establishing a legacy that continues to inspire growers across the islands.
Maui · The Next Chapter
Hawaiian Vanilla Co. Maui
Our new Maui facility was built with a dual purpose: to serve as a resource hub for Maui-based vanilla growers, and to pioneer new cultivation techniques that blend commercial vanilla production with Native Hawaiian tree agroforestry.
By learning from the Big Island's proven commercial model while exploring the untapped potential of growing vanilla beneath native Hawaiian canopy trees, we aim to create a uniquely Maui approach — one that honors the ʻāina and expands what Hawaiian vanilla can be.
Our Goals
- 🌺 Teach Big Island commercial methods to Maui growers
- 🌳 Pioneer vanilla + native tree agroforestry techniques
- 🤝 Build a local vanilla growing community on Maui
- 🌿 Expand the reach of Hawaiian-grown vanilla
Growing Under Native Trees
At Hawaiian Vanilla Maui, we're not just farming — we're pioneering. Our team is currently researching a new cultivation technique that grows vanilla vines beneath the canopy of native Hawaiian trees, mimicking the plant's natural tropical forest habitat.
Native Hawaiian tree species such as wili wili and ko provide dappled shade, improved soil health, and a thriving microclimate that may prove ideal for vanilla cultivation. This agroforestry approach also supports the restoration of native Hawaiian ecosystems.
We believe this method could redefine how vanilla is grown in Hawaiʻi — producing a bean with deeper complexity while giving back to the ʻāina (land) that makes it all possible.
Why Native Trees?
- 🌿 Mimics vanilla's natural forest habitat
- 🌳 Dappled canopy shade reduces heat stress on vines
- 🌱 Native roots improve soil biodiversity and moisture retention
- 🦋 Supports native birds, insects, and pollinators
- 🌺 Contributes to native Hawaiian ecosystem restoration
Status
Active research — currently in trial phase on the farm. Ask your tour guide for the latest findings!
Pop-Up Gift Shop & Café
Before or after your tour, stop by our open-air pop-up gift shop and café. Pick up a vanilla treat, a bag of our cured beans, or a handcrafted souvenir to take a little bit of Maui home with you.
Settle into our shaded seating area, enjoy the sweeping Upcountry views, and let the island pace slow you down — the perfect way to relax while waiting for your farm tour to begin.
What We Offer
- ☕ Coffee, tea & vanilla-infused drinks
- 🍦 Vanilla treats & baked goods
- 🌺 Cured vanilla beans & extracts
- 🎁 Handcrafted gifts & souvenirs
Setting
Shaded outdoor seating with panoramic views of Upcountry Maui
Getting Here
We're located in Upcountry Maui, about 35 minutes from Kahului Airport.
Start at Kahului Airport
Head north toward Hana Hwy (Hwy 36). Follow signs toward Paia.
Turn onto Haleakalā Hwy (Hwy 37)
At the Paia junction, bear right onto Hwy 37 heading toward Makawao and Upcountry.
Pass through Makawao
Continue through Makawao town. Head downhill on Makawao Ave toward the pineapple fields below.
Turn onto Haliimaile Rd
Turn left onto Haliimaile Rd and drive through the open fields. You're almost there.
Arrive at 1275 Haliimaile Rd
Hawaiian Vanilla Co. is at 1275 Haliimaile Rd, Haliimaile, HI 96768. Look for our sign. Free parking onsite.
Address
1275 Haliimaile Rd
Haliimaile, HI 96768
Phone
(808) 446-3055
Parking
Free onsite parking. 4WD not required.
