Tour Price

Adults $151.04
Reserve Now: $135.94
Children 3-11 years $75.52
Reserve Now: $67.97
Children 2 years old $
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Stories of the Kahua Ranch are legendary. King Kamehameha assembled his warriors here to train for the conquest of the island chain. During WWII, Kahua was a retreat for modern day soldiers. The original ranch was founded in 1928 by Atherton Richards, Montys uncle, and his close friend, Ronald Von Holt. Run as one operation until the late 1980s, the families decided to split the ranch into two operations; what became Kahua Ranch and neighboring Ponoholo Ranch. Though today both ranches are single family owned and operated, they still word together to get the ranch work done as well as engage in joint business ventures.
Evening at Kahua Ranch Sunset Dinner [HKR]

Come join us for a fun-filled evening under the stars on his historic 8,500 acre working cattle ranch located 3,000 feet above sea level nestled in the Kohala Mountains!

Spend an evening at the famous Kahua Ranch and be ready for excitement like nowhere else you've been! Begin your journey on a fully narrated scenic drive to your destination nestled within the Kohala Mountain range. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed to this working ranch which invites you to live like a true paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) for a night by taking part in singing, dancing, and activities that all ages can enjoy.

Dining With The Sunset

As the sun sets slowly into the scenic Pacific Ocean, The Kahua Ranch BBQ serves the kinds of meals that truly hit the spot for a paniolo of any age. Enjoy a feast of grilled steak or chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, fresh greens, baked beans, and salad all topped off with Kona Coffee and Macadamia Nut Pie. Also available with your meal is a wide assortment of wines, soft drinks and juices.

Activities on the Ranch

As the sun goes down while you're dining, the excitement starts up! Enjoy live music with your meal and head out for some line dancing when you're ready to kick up your heels. Not up for dancing? Try your hand at pitching horse-shoes or perhaps discover your inner cowboy with roping. When you're ready to take it easy, head on over to the campfire to make smores with all your new friends at the ranch.

If weather permits it, you will get a real treat with the opportunity to view the celestial skies above through their Deluxe Celestron Telescope. Remember, the Big Island of Hawaii is world famous for stargazing and you will see why!

Tour Highlights

  • Includes round trip transportation from your hotel with fully narrated tour through the spectacular Kohala Mountains.
  • History comes alive as stories are told of the Paniolo (Hawaiian Cowboy)
  • Upon arrival enjoy Kona Brewing Co.'s award winning beer, wine, soft drinks, tropical juices are included all night.
  • A sumptuous dinner includes: Grilled steak and chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, fresh greens, ranch style baked beans, fresh Hawaiian bread, and macadamia nut pie.
  • Enjoy live music and kick up your heels for Line Dancing
  • Meet our mascot Piggly Wiggly
  • Paniolo Activities include learning how to rope, pitch horse-shoes, brand a souvenir to take home, or sing-along while roasting marshmallows by the campfire.
  • Stargazing: Peer through our Powerful Deluxe 8 inch Celestron Telescopes and enjoy the Jewels of the Hawaiian Night Sky (weather permitting)
  • A family fun event

Schedule Information

Pick up Information

Complimentary pickups from the West-side hotels (Kona):
Spring-Summer Schedule (March 15 - Sept. 14): 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Fall-Winter Schedule (Sept. 15 - Mar 14): 3:30pm - 5:00pm
If you are not sure of your pickup time, please contact the Kona Island Station at 808-329-8008 or toll free at 1-800-622-3011.

Departure Time and Return

Return to hotels approximately 10:30-11:00pm.

Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

If this tour is canceled with more than 24 hours notice, the total amount less 10% is refunded. If the tour is canceled without 24 hours notice, full charges apply.

Tour Restriction(s)

This tour departs from Kona side of the Big Island.
Operates: Wednesdays and Thursdays: English Speaking
Private Groups welcomed, contact our Groups Department at (808) 836-2288 for more information on Private/Exclusive Group bookings.

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