Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii
Big Island of Hawaii, United States

Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience

Outty Ranking 63 4.7 · 14 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $95

Pick your date

Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.

September 2026

SMTWTFS

Loading live availability

Who is going?

Adults

Age 13 and over

2

Children

Age 12 and under

0

Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.

From, per person$95
View availability on Viator

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.

Instant mobile ticketSpots available today

Outty Ranking

63/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.7/5

Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience worth booking?

Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience is a 2-hour experience in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, from $95 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (14)
Duration
2 hours
From
$95 per person

Travelers will experience our collection of over 100 apple banana trees. This activity will give travelers an opportunity to not only see our collection, but experience hands-on cultivating techniques such as cutting and

What you get

    About this experience

    Travelers will experience our collection of over 100 apple banana trees. This activity will give travelers an opportunity to not only see our collection, but experience hands-on cultivating techniques such as cutting and planting. They will also get an opportunity to learn about a number of other plants and trees from the Hawaiian rainforest. Our property is located on an 800 year old lava flow in the Hawaiian jungle which features our collection of lava rock sculptures, Hawaiian tikis and our off-grid lifestyle that travelers will also learn about.

    What's included

    Included

    • free gift for each traveler

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Big Island of Hawaii

    11-2242 ALI'I WAO ROAD (formerly Jungle King Road) FERN FOREST, HAWAII 96778 16 LIGHT POLES DOWN, LEFT SIDE (look for long wooden fence with the tikis) NOTE: OUR STREET ALI'I WAO ROAD WAS RECENTLY CHANGED FROM JUNGLE KING ROAD.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    11-2242 ALI'I WAO ROAD (formerly Jungle King Road) FERN FOREST, HAWAII 96778 16 LIGHT POLES DOWN, LEFT SIDE (look for long wooden fence with the tikis) NOTE: OUR STREET ALI'I WAO ROAD WAS RECENTLY CHANGED FROM JUNGLE KING ROAD.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Paradise Unplugged

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii, photo 2Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii, photo 3Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii, photo 4Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii, photo 5Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii, photo 6Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience in Big Island of Hawaii, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    14 verified traveler reviews for Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    13
    4 star
    0
    3 star
    0
    2 star
    0
    1 star
    1
    Sort
    ParadoxDruid · June 2026

    Informative and fun jungle and off-grid experience

    Great, informative, and fun experience exploring a patch of jungle that Jason and Nicki turned into their home. Amazing diversity, great hosting, and really an eye-opening look at living off the grid in Hawaii. We enjoyed the banana leaf tea, the apple banana cultivation, the stories of the struggles and experiences of making jungle into a home. Plus, an adorable pet chicken that followed us around. Fun, amazing experience great for anyone!

    Response from the operator: Much Mahalos for both your great reviews.. Hopefully we see you all again soon!! Aloha Aina

    via Tripadvisor

    Michael_M · February 2026

    Great experience

    When we booked I wasn't sure what to expect. Jason and Nicky meet us at the road. The experience they put on was great. It's a great mix of their story how they got started and the bananas of course. I won't spoil the tour, BUT I will say try the tea at the end of the tour its better then you would think! Wear some good shoes as the terrain is exposed lava rock. When we come back to the big island we will definitely be visiting again.

    Response from the operator: Mahalos for the great review. Looking forward to seeing you all again soon.. Aloha

    via Viator

    joetylergold · December 2025

    Really unique experience

    This was a really fun, unique experience. Jason and Nicki are warm, unique hosts. It's impossible to speak about this tour without mentioning them because they really are part of the tour. They are two very unique people who are living "off the grid" on a plot of jungle, where they are DIY-ing everything. They showed us some wild art, banana trees as well as many, many other plants and crops. I got to cut down a bunch of bananas, and taste banana tea as well as some apple bananas (they eat them more like a vegetable than a fruit (unripened), which makes them healthier - definitely an acquired taste!). It was super fascinating hearing their tales of building this place from scratch, seeing their "Gilligan's Island" style shower. They really should have their own reality show. My only suggestion for the future would be to have some ripe apple bananas for sale. But we found some at a farmstead nearby and tried them that way. In some ways, we appreciated this experience even more than the beautiful grounds of the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden (which I also recommend) because having Nikki and and Jason answer all our questions and give us all kinds of information about the plants and crops and lava rocks and nearby volcano made it a very informative, fun experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    Ivan_K · September 2025

    Amazing experience!...

    Amazing experience! Unique and frankly quite different from what I was expecting. Great for curious kids of any age!

    Response from the operator: Much Mahalos for the great review. We hope to see you all again in the near future.. Aloha Aina

    via Viator

    katesB4901FA · June 2025

    Toured the property with the owners who clearly love what they are building and growing.

    Fun for the family to explore and share this little slice of paradise with the hosts, and their chicken! We enjoyed the tour and the tea, thank you!

    Response from the operator: Mahalos for the great review!! We are looking forward to seeing you all again in about a year!! Aloha Aina

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 63

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)81
    Review evidence (18% weight)35
    Booking momentum (14% weight)27
    Value for money (12% weight)76
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)47
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Big Island of Hawaii.

    How much does Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience cost?

    +

    Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Big Island of Hawaii usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience take?

    +

    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Big Island of Hawaii is not rushed.

    Is Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience worth it?

    +

    It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Big Island of Hawaii, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience?

    +

    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience suitable for kids and families?

    +

    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience?

    +

    Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Big Island of Hawaii can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

    +

    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Big Island of Hawaii and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience start and how do I get there?

    +

    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Big Island of Hawaii within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Big Island of Hawaii?

    +

    The Big Island is volcano country: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tours, Mauna Kea summit stargazing, night manta ray snorkels off Kona, Waipio Valley lookouts and coffee farm visits. Summit tours have real altitude rules, so we weight safety detail. On Outty we rank every Big Island of Hawaii experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings, Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History, Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Big Island of Hawaii?

    +

    April to October, though the island runs year round. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Big Island of Hawaii?

    +

    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

    +

    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    Ready to lock in your spot?

    Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Hawaiian Rainforest Banana Cultivation Experience.

    Pick your date