Limahuli Garden & Preserve

Lāʻau Lapaʻau Traditional Medicine Tour

Deepen your connection to ʻāina through the practice of lāʻau lapaʻau—the traditional Hawaiian use of plants for care and well-being.

Guided by our knowledgeable staff, you’ll explore the landscape, learn about the cultural relationships with native and Polynesian-introduced plants, and take part in making your own medicine to bring home. This hands-on experience honors the ʻike (knowledge) passed down through generations and invites you to engage with the land in a meaningful way.


Information

This is a specialty group tour, and guests will join others during the experience. Each booking requires a minimum of 2 participants, and tours accommodate up to 8 guests.

Recommended for elementary school–aged children and up. If you plan to bring children under 5, please contact us in advance.

If you are interested in booking this tour as a private experience, please use this form to inquire about availability.

Schedule

This tour is offered on Thursdays and Fridays at 10:00 am with advance reservation.

Pricing

Adults (13 and older) & Children (6-12) – $150
Kamaʻāina with valid Hawaiʻi ID – $112
NTBG Members – $112

Duration

2.5 – 3 hours

Reservation

Tours can be booked up to 30 days in advance. Please make your reservation no later than 3 days before the tour date.

Contact

For questions, please contact us at 808-762-1783 or limahuli@ntbg.org.

What to bring

– Comfortable walking shoes
– Sun protection
– Rain protection
– Insect repellent

A photo of olena, ginger

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Lāʻau Lapaʻau Traditional Medicine Tour

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