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* Includes pineapple cutting demonstration and sampling.
** Includes pineapple cutting demonstration and sampling, 15% discount on retail purchases and 2 maze gifts (t-shirt, poster, etc.) per group.
ACTIVITIES
The Pineapple Garden Maze
Opened in 1998, the maze occupies an area of more than two acres or 138,350 square feet with a path length of 3.11 miles. It is made of 14,000 colorful Hawai'i plants including hibiscus, heliconia, croton, panax and pineapple. The center of the maze is in the shape of a huge pineapple, which is made up of croton and has a crown of agapanthus. In 2001, the Guinness Book of World Records recognized the maze as the largest maze in the world.
The Pineapple Express Train Tour
The Pineapple Express made its inaugural tour in 2002 and is a 20-minute, two-mile journey around the plantation showcasing the legacy of pineapple and agriculture in Hawai'i. The tour takes guests to several acres of diversified agriculture including lychee, banana, mango, papaya, cacao and coffee. Along the route, passengers are treated to stunning views of the Ko'olau and Wai'anae Mountain ranges. The train, built in conjunction with Ironhorse Development, LLC, can reach a cruising speed of eight miles per hour.
The Plantation Garden Tour
The Plantation Garden Tour debuted in 2003 to provide visitors with the opportunity to look into the past and present of Hawaii's agriculture. The tour takes visitors through eight “mini-gardens”: Life on the Plantation, Native Species Garden, Irrigation, North Shore Agriculture, Bromeliad Garden, Ti Leaf Garden, Lei Garden and Hibiscus Garden.
One of Oahu's most popular visitor attractions, Dole Plantation recently launched two new additions. An expanded version of the existing Pineapple Garden Maze debuted adding 36,800 square feet and 4,710 linear feet to one of the world's largest mazes. Also, a 'Grown in Hawai'i' lunch menu is offered including Teri Chicken, Kalua Pig and Mahi sandwiches, Teri Burger with cheese and various salads featuring ingredients from the islands.
STUDENT & GROUP INFORMATION
Group tours may include any of the activities. There are no set tour packages. All activities are ala carte, allowing flexibility. A staff member will greet your tour and escort you to the various activities. The tour will vary in length depending on the activities you select. The Plantation Garden tour takes approximately one hour, the Pineapple Garden Maze, on average takes an hour to complete, and a minimum of one hour is suggested for the Pineapple Express Train ride and pineapple cutting demonstration and sampling. Remember to leave time to shop and dine!
At student group rates, the plantation welcomes school children ages 4-17, church youth groups, boy scouts and girl scouts and student sports teams. Student rates apply to Hawai'i residents only.
Visit www.doleplantation.com, click on Tours, and fill out a request form at least one week prior to the group's desired visit date. A Dole Plantation Groups representative will contact you to finalize details. You can also call 808-621-8408, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Dole Plantation is located at 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway, right outside of Wahiawa Town on the way to Oahu's North Shore. |
