You’ll Absolutely Love A Ride On Hawaii’s Picturesque Plantation Train This Summer
By Megan Shute|Published May 09, 2018
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Megan Shute
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
From breathtaking ocean views to majestic mountain landscapes, the Hawaiian Islands are home to some incredible scenic vistas. While we love all of the incredible scenic drives you’ll find across the Aloha State, sometimes you want to experience something a little different. And that’s exactly what this picturesque plantation train ride has to offer: scenic views, a history lesson, and plenty of fun. All aboard the Kauai Plantation Railway!
Located on the Kilohana Plantation, passengers who hop aboard the Kauai Plantation Railway will be rewarded with magnificent views around every corner — from an unusual mix of tropical plants and trees to friendly farm animals.
More than 2.5 miles of railway have been constructed using more than 6,000 wood ties and tens of thousands of pounds of iron rail to create this railroad reminiscent of those you would find across Hawaii more than a century ago.
This train ride is unlike any other you’ll find in America. Your tour begins in an authentic Hawaiian railway depot where you can explore a unique train depot stop before hearing the whistle of the approaching train.
From the platform, you will climb aboard either a reproduction of the railway cars used during the reign of King Kalakaua or an open-sided excursion car used on Oahu before World War
Once aboard the train, your knowledgeable guide will not only point out the various tropical plants you will find throughout this working farm, but will give you a bit of a history lesson as well.
The premier tour features a ride aboard the train, a hike through the rainforest and a picnic lunch followed by the sampling of fresh tropical fruits directly from the tree.
You can also hop aboard for a standard, 40-minute train ride, or even their luau and train tour combo. No matter which train tour you choose, you’re sure to have a memorable time!
This phenomenal train ride isn't the only attraction you'll find at Kilohana Plantation, though. There is also a renowned restaurant, gift shops, boutiques, and even a luau. This heavenly Kauai plantation is truly what dreams are made of.
The Kauai Plantation Railway is located at 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue, HI 96766. To learn more about this unforgettable train ride or to reserve your seat,
