21 Degrees Estate

This is an excellent find for something different to do on Oahu, especially if you love chocolate. Michael and Maria are very passionate about their chocolate, which they should be. They are wonderful hosts and guides on this journey to learn about cacao and the fine art of making their award-winning chocolate. Starting with chocolate tea and ending with bon bons, you will have the opportunity to learn all about their farm and their craft, meet their goats and dog, and learn about honey-making It is a must-do on the beautiful windward side of Oahu. Be sure to take some chocolates home to share!

My wife and I visited 21 Degrees Estate on July 2nd while celebrating our honeymoon after recently getting married, and it was one of the most memorable experiences of our first trip to Hawaiʻi.

From the moment we arrived, Michael and Maria made us feel so welcome. Their warmth and genuine hospitality made us feel like family.

We were greeted with the most refreshing tea don't ask what it's made from, let it be a surprise! It was so good that my wife ended up buying two bags before we left. It's an absolute must-try.

The farm itself is beautiful, filled with lush greenery, cocoa trees, ginger, turmeric, bananas, avocados, mangoes, and so much more. Michael's tour was fascinating from the wonderfully fragrant shampoo ginger (I wish stores sold something that smelled that amazing!) to the bee hives, where we learned so many interesting facts. Be sure to ask about the queen bee! And the fresh honey... absolutely incredible. Honestly, some of the best we've ever tasted.

Don't forget to say hi to the friendly Hawaiian husky, who welcomed everyone with such a sweet personality.

Learning about the cocoa trees and the year-round dedication that goes into growing and harvesting them gave us a whole new appreciation for chocolate. The experience ended with an incredible chocolate tasting hosted by Maria. We also loved their thoughtful use of wooden/bamboo serving trays instead of plastic. Every chocolate had its own unique flavor, and hearing the story behind each one made the tasting even more special.

We couldn't leave without taking home some honey and a few chocolate bars! And oh, I almost forgot the chocolate popsicles they were absolutely delicious and the perfect way to end the tour. We loved them so much and would highly recommend trying one before you leave!

Thank you, Michael and Maria, for making our first visit to Hawaiʻi so special. Kauaʻi was amazing, and you made our time on Oʻahu just as unforgettable. We truly appreciate the love and care you put into everything you do.

Mahalo from the newlyweds visiting from Boston! ❤️

10/10 experience. If you love to learn this is the place for you. It was our (my hubby and I) favorite tour/activity we've done so far on Oahu. The owners are so kind and knowledgeable. The people we had in our tour group were fun and smart. They had so many awesome questions it made the experience even better. We bought alot and already know we will be repurchasing. We will be back some day. Thank you Michael and Maria! You are just as magical as your land.
Seeing their beautiful doggo was a bonus.

When you think of Hawaii, you immediately think of sandy beaches, the beautiful turquoise blue water, lush rainforests and Hawaii’s delicious cuisine. You might go snorkeling, do some whale watching, take in a luau, and maybe even hike one of the dramatic volcanic craters. However, if you’re looking for a real unique island experience, you must check out 21 Degrees Estate~you won’t be disappointed! This little gem is a family owned boutique cacao farm located on the Windward side of Oahu. On April 7, we had the pleasure of joining Michael and Maria on a tour of their cacao orchard where we not only learned about where chocolate comes from, but we had a crash course on honeybees, turmeric & many of Hawaii’s native trees, and tropical flowers. The best part of our tour was ~of course~ the taste testing! I can honestly say that nothing compares to the decadent taste of their dark chocolate & truffles. It truly was a tree to bar experience!