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Kamena gave us an informational tour of the Greenwell Farm. He had worked there as a child, picking coffee cherries and could tell personal stories. We were able to taste many of the coffee blends and thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Of all of the things we did in Kona last week, this may well be my favorite. Our party of 4 took this tour and I'm really glad we did. The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. They encouraged to sample all of their coffees, explaining the flavor composition of every one. Our tour guide was fantastic. She explained the history of Greenwell Farms, the Kona region, and what makes Kona coffee--and what does not. She answered all questions that the group had. We got to see how and where the coffee is milled and dried. I love tours and museums on vacation--anything to learn--I think that's great fun! As this was our second trip to Kona in two years, we learned last year the importance of having a few rainy day options. This is a good one. The only thing they didn't do was to take us out into the fields--way too muddy and wet. I enjoyed this tour. Even if you're not coffee fan, I think you would find the process very interesting.

We loved our visit to this coffee farm who also has acres of tropical fruits. Some fruits are offered free to visitors in the morning (first come first served). We were provided umbrellas for our tour in the rain. Easy walk. Great information on the production of coffee. All coffee picked by hand here, some trees picked 5-6 times as coffee cherries ripen, helps to explain the cost. Trees can be 150 years old. Can see equipment to crush outer shell of the bean and drying beds. Great tasting at the end of the tour. Sampling from mildest to strongest roast. I do not drink coffee without milk but found the tasting enjoyable enough to spend $31.95 for a lb. of coffee! There was no strong bitter taste which is why I think I need to add milk. Take time to also taste the Kona Red which is a juice drink that is made from coffee shells which has lots of antioxidants.

I was disappointed that the tour was so short and not that informative. They did a decent job explaining about growing the beans and about the different types, but skimmed over processing. I also think it's silly that they don't provide cream or milk for coffee sampling. I never drink my coffee black, so it was difficult to judge which one I liked best. If you go on Thursday morning you can make the trip more worth your while by checking out the Historical Society baking bread next door.

We had a long drive coming into Kona from Waimea. Finally getting there, we gathered we were too late for tour. (I actually called earlier for tour times, but no one returned my call.) There were many coffee samples available. My partner and I asked for cream or milk to put in our sample coffee. The girl just said, no, we don't give cream or milk with the coffee as "we want you to TASTE the COFFEE." . Well, the coffee tasted terrible ... as that is not how we enjoy our coffee! We don't drink BLACK COFFEE! And I'm am sure a high percentage of people do not drink their coffee black. We took a sip and threw it out. I don't know if this was a way for them to save on having to spend on having to provide cream/milk, but I'd have to say if they are trying to sell their coffee, it would be in a way catered to the customer's taste.We toured many other plantations after that, and certainly had much superior coffee. The best being HULA DADDY's. Tour, staff, coffee, plantation, view ... all first class! They might be pricey at $75/ pound, but worth it if you like the best KONA Coffee!

Small working coffee farm. Good tour (30 minutes or so) shows stages of processing. Variety of Greenwell coffees on sale at the site. Learned things I didn't know; glad we went.

My husband and I tour their tour - informative. Also got to sample their various coffees which they sell by the bag. In addition, they also sell honeys, jams and other products. Worthwhile stop. And we did bring home some of their Kona coffee,

My wife and I spent about an hour at Greenwell Farms we took an interesting and educational tour, got to see the coffee growing operation and sampled some of their many coffees. They also had honey and various products plus souvenirs at their gift shop. The harvesting season was almost over so there wasn’t really much to see in the way of actual harvesting, but you could get a good feel of how the process worked. This was our second visit to a coffee farm on the Big Island and we also visited a farm in Guatemala, it was interesting to compare, we found the farms on the Big Island to be much smaller than the farm in Guatemala and not as sophisticated. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. It was a fun and informative experience.

Best of the coffee farm tours we have tried in Kona. Danette was our guide and she was great. Informative and clearly passionate about what goes on at the farm. The coffee tasting was great; we learned a lot about the process and the grading; what to look for and avoid with Kona coffee. We are looking forward to brewing a cup at home (using the great instructions our guide provided) - I'm pretty sure I've been doing it wrong for years :)

Like a winery.... sample tastings of all processed styles and flavors of coffee. My fav was the espresso. Gifts and bags available on site. It is best to find parking beyond the first two buildings you encounter when you turn in off the highway. Komiko was our delightful guide for a short but very informative sit and walk. She was well versed and open to questions all through the presentation about the farm history, vegetation, buildings, processing and her personal experience. Excellent tour and introduction to primo coffee in the world.

Had a family member and their family visit so took a trip to the farm to see and learn about coffee and some history and then taste coffee. Great guide who explained the process very well.Enjoyed again back with newbies next year.

Many varieties 'on tap' to sample. well-versed staff in the art and science of coffee making. very cool orange tree out front with hidden iguanas complimentary produce they happily hand out to visitors if it's available!

The setting of this farms was terrific. We had a small tour of the farm, besides coffee trees they had banana trees, mango and papaya trees. The process of hand picking the cherries off of the coffee trees and the steps involved to produce the coffee were explained in easy terms. They had all of their coffees for you to sample as much as you wanted. Great Kona Coffee!

We arrived at Greenwell farms just after a tour started, missed a few minutes, no big deal. The farm is owned by the descendants of Henry Greenwell who live and work the farm to this day! The Henry Greenwell story is interesting but conflicts with the story they tell at the Museum store, next to the foundation of the original house. Close enough... the tour was great. Hot in the sun.We were greeted nicely and promptly, offered an umbrella for shade (if you are newly arrived, take one). As we always do, we stick close to the guide so we hear everything and can ask questions. Once the tour ended, we were offered free samples of maybe 12 types of coffee, all for sale in their store. The coffee is 100% Kona of course and as a result, it about $17 a pound.. twice hat the grocery store charges which in turn, is twice the Kona blends. Then again.. you are supporting the local economy AND.. it is KONA coffee.We found the tour to be perfect and very interesting. In addition to the coffee, they grow citrus, avocado, vanilla and are trying some cacao (for chocolate). The coffee trade here is under attack from a a tiny beetle, you may have seen it in the airports. They could al use your support... Greenwell processes for many other growers, fyi.

We liked and purchased a pound bag for a little over $32. There were 4 women staffers around us and none said thank you! No "aloha" at this place. It wasn't even busy. Hope they correct this, for this is Hawaii!!