PĀHOA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Up-Close on a 24‑Acre Pāhoa Ranch: Alpacas, Goats and Fruit‑Tasting on Hawai‘i’s East Side
A 1.5‑hour guided visit of Ola Nani Ranch where families meet and feed alpacas, goats, donkeys and more, taste native fruits and finish in the barn with light refreshments and local products.
Up-Close on a 24‑Acre Pāhoa Ranch: Alpacas, Goats and Fruit‑Tasting on Hawai‘i’s East Side.
Set on 24 acres on the quiet east side of the Big Island, this guided ranch visit brings families close to friendly animals — alpacas, goats, donkeys, horses, peacocks, a mini‑horse and a Sulcata tortoise — with photo opportunities, seasonal fruit tastings and a barn stop for refreshments and locally made goods.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Face‑to‑face encounters with a menagerie
The guided tour focuses on meeting and feeding a variety of ranch residents — alpacas, goats, donkeys, horses, peacocks, a mini‑horse and the Sulcata tortoise — with explanation of their care and habitats.
Seasonal native fruit tastings along the route
During the walk you’ll sample fresh, in‑season native fruits offered by the ranch, adding a local flavor to the animal encounters and photos.
Refreshments and locally made products
The tour concludes in the barn with light refreshments and an opportunity to purchase unique, locally produced items before you leave the property.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
Over roughly 90 minutes you move across the 24‑acre property on a guided walk, stopping to meet and feed animals, taste fruits when available and learn about daily care; the pace is family‑oriented with plenty of chances for photographs and hands‑on moments.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided tour runs approximately 1.5 hours.
Meet at 15-1076 Middle Road, Pāhoa, HI before the start of the tour.
Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent, a rain jacket/poncho if desired, and a phone or camera; wear a hat and comfortable closed‑toe shoes suitable for walking and possible mud.
No smoking on the property and no outside pets permitted; dress and behavior should respect animal welfare and staff guidance.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The guided tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Where do we meet the tour?
The meeting location is 15-1076 Middle Road, Pāhoa, HI.
What should I bring and wear?
Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent, a rain jacket/poncho if desired, and a phone/camera; wear a hat and comfortable closed‑toe shoes or boots.
Are children welcome?
Yes—this is a family experience; children two and under are free.
Is the ranch wheelchair or stroller accessible?
No. The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for strollers or wagons; participants must be able to walk and stand for the length of the tour.
Can I bring my pet?
No—outside pets are not permitted on the property.