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KILOHANA CRATER · PLANTATION BACKCOUNTRY

Kilohana Crater Expedition

Orchards, fern valleys and plantation roads lead to Kilohana Crater’s rim on our guided UTV expedition. Departures are 9 AM and 1 PM, Monday–Saturday.

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  • About 3 hours
  • 9 AM & 1 PM
  • Monday–Saturday
  • Passengers 7+
  • Drivers 18+

From Kilohana Plantation to the crater rim

Fruit orchards, pasture and fern-filled valleys lead into Kilohana’s private backcountry. Our guides share the land’s plantation and ranching history, including a stop on the grounds of Iliahi Estate.

The route climbs to the crater rim for panoramic views, then returns toward Kilohana Plantation with mountain and coastal scenery along the way.

  • Check in, complete the waiver and learn the UTV controls.
  • Ride with our guide through plantation roads and forest trails.
  • Pause at scenic stops, explore the crater rim and return to Kilohana.

Departure times & duration

Tours depart at 9 AM and 1 PM, Monday–Saturday. Allow about three hours for the experience, including check-in and instruction, with roughly 2.5 hours of riding. Call us to confirm your date and group’s seats.

Kawasaki Mule & included gear

Our Kawasaki Mule PRO-FXT 1000 seats up to six, depending on the group arrangement. A guide leads the ride; qualified guests drive or ride as passengers. Helmets, goggles, a neck gaiter, snacks and drinks are included.

Ages, driving & preparation

  • Minimum passenger age: 7. Children ride with an adult.
  • Drivers must be 18 or older and bring a valid physical, full driver’s license. Learner’s permits and digital copies are not accepted.
  • Pregnant guests and those with heart conditions, spinal issues or recent surgery cannot participate. Serious neck, back or knee problems are not recommended. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Bring closed-toe shoes, a reusable water bottle, dark clothes that can get muddy, and a protected phone or camera. Drivers also need their physical license and a credit card for the vehicle.
Kawasaki Mule UTVs following a tree-lined Kilohana Crater trail
Tree-lined Kilohana trails
Guests in a Kawasaki Mule crossing a muddy section of Kilohana backcountry
Kilohana’s muddy backcountry

Before you book

What days and times does Kilohana Crater run?

Departures are 9 AM and 1 PM, Monday–Saturday. Check in 30 minutes early and call us to confirm availability.

Can a seven-year-old join?

Yes. The minimum passenger age is 7. Children must ride with an adult, and drivers must be at least 18 with a valid physical driver’s license.

Do we go inside Iliahi Estate?

The tour visits the grounds and shares the estate’s history. An interior house tour is not included.

Do I need off-road driving experience?

No. Our tour begins with vehicle instruction and practice before following the guide onto the trails.

Tour details reviewed . Check your confirmation for final arrival instructions and cancellation terms.

MEETING POINT

Kilohana Crater check-in

Kilohana Plantation, 3-2087 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI 96766. Before the main house, follow the Kilohana Crater Expeditions sign to the right. Check in at the green building with a red roof in the back parking area.

Check-in: Arrive 30 minutes before departure: 8:30 AM for the 9 AM tour, or 12:30 PM for the 1 PM tour. Parking is available on site.

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