Our Rainforest Farm
Our Fruit
Aloha! We grow a vast array of tropical fruits including tangerines, bananas, sapotes, avocados, oranges, pineapples, papayas and rambutans. We also have a lovely valley filled with cacao.
Our Flowers
We grow many varieties of breath-takingly beautiful orchids, gingers, and ti's.
Our Accomodations
Our facilities are simple and off the grid. We have basic solar and internet. We are in the process of expanding our solar capacity. In the meantime, at night we cook and read by headlamps and lanterns.
FAQs
How long does it take to get to the farm from Kahului?
We are 20 miles outside of Kahului, on the road to Hana. It usually takes 2 hours to drive to our farm.
Do you need a 4-wheel drive car?
Yes, to reach our farm you need to drive through seven river beds on a dirt road.
Do you have mosquitos?
Yes, we are in the middle of the rain forest, so we have lots of bugs and critters.
How much rain do you receive in a year?
Typically we receive about 300 inches of rain in a year. Some days it rains all day long, and some days it is all sunshine.
How far is the beach?
We have a small beach about a mile from our farm. The bigger sandy beaches are about a 30 minute ride by car. We have two rivers on our property. When there is rain we often have swimming holes on the farm.
How far is the farm from town?
We are located about 30 minutes, by car, from Hana, which is the closest town. The main town of Kahului is about a 2 hour car ride.
About Us
Mauibuds is a tropical fruit and flower farm in the rainforest of Maui, Hawaii
We are located in the remote village of Nahiku, on the road to Hana on the island of Maui. Our 15 acre fruit and flower farm is completely off-the-grid and located in pristine rainforest.
The Stewards
Aloha! Our names are Brad and Mariah, and we have owned this farm for 12+ years. Caring for this land is a labor of love, and we both feel very grateful to be able to preserve this precious rain forest.
Experience the serenity
Join us and enjoy learning how to care for our Mother Earth and farm in sustainable and life-giving ways. Mahalo for your interest in our farm.