Monarch Coffee Camp - An Immersive Coffee Experience on the Big Island of Hawaii

Join Monarch Coffee Farm for a four-day immersive coffee experience on the Big Island of Hawaii. Learn about coffee farming, processing, and roasting while enjoying stunning views and unique cultural activities

2025 Dates:

November 7-10

Monarch Coffee Camp - An Immersive Coffee Experience

Experience the magic of coffee from seed to cup at Monarch Coffee Camp. Nestled in the historic Kona coffee belt, this is a unique four-day retreat where you can immerse yourself in the world of coffee farming and processing.

Nestled on the historical Kona coffee belt with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, this adventure brings to life our commitment to excellence, as we experience the journey of coffee throughout the entire coffee supply chain, from planting, harvesting, processing, and roasting. We will also dive into the rich heritage of growing Hawaiian coffee while visiting the Kona Coffee Living History Farm, explore coffee-inspired recipes and craft cocktails, and use your supertaster skills as we cup coffee while learning about life on a coffee farm. There will be plenty of opportunities to catch many of Kona’s famous sunsets and enjoy some unique-tasting coffees. This 4-day retreat welcomes coffee professionals and enthusiasts alike.

What to Expect at Coffee Camp

Learn the journey of coffee

Discover how coffee made its way to Hawaii and explore its rich history.

Hands-On Coffee Farming

Participate in coffee planting, harvesting, and processing activities.

Taste and Roast

Sample our award-winning coffees, roast small batches, and create coffee-inspired recipes and craft cocktails.

Explore Hawaiian Culture

Create leis in our on-the-farm class

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of coffee. Book your spot for Monarch Coffee Camp today and prepare for an unforgettable experience!

Coffee Harvest.

Wake up to the beautiful sunrise peeking over the volcano to a fresh cup of coffee and be ready to strap on a picking basket and join our farm manager in picking ripe coffee cherry fruit from our Gesha and Pacamara coffee trees. You will learn about fruit density, sugar content, various stages of ripening, and how it all affects the quality of the final cup.

Coffee Processing.

Each stage of producing specialty coffee takes utmost care and attention to detail. After the coffee fruit is picked, this stage is called pre/post-harvest production. This the when the producer decides the best way to process his harvest. Washed. Semi-Washed or natural. Plan to get a little wet during this phase as you experience the coffee processing stage with our on-site pre/post-harvesting lead and CQI-certified Qprocessor.

Cupping Coffee.

Cupping coffee is the practice of evaluating coffees for fragrance aroma flavor acidity body mouthfeel. This is done by emersion brewing in a soup-style bowl and tasting with a spoon. Throughout your adventure, you will have the opportunity to cup a plethora of coffees using your supertaster skills. Guided by our two CQI Qgraders, coffee enthusiasts’ will get a chance to overload their sensories while of all you coffee professionals, you’ll thoroughly enjoy the complexities of these coffees.

Sample Itinerary

Just to give you an idea of what to expect. SUBJECT TO CHANGE

  • Day 0: Welcome

    • Arrive in Kona

    • Slip into the rhythm of life on a coffee farm. We will discuss Ancient Hawaiians and the building of their rock walls, explore ancient burial sites and hike the trails behind the farm.

    • Meet the producers

    • Sunset pupu’s followed by dinner

    • Coffee talk “History of Coffee in Hawaii” -Kona Coffee Historical Society

  • Day 1: Coffee Harvesting

    • After an early breakfast, you’ll strap on a picking basket for a hands-on experience led by our farm manager.

    • Learn basic coffee plant and soil health and its effects on specialty coffee.

    • We'll eat a prepared lunch on the farm.

    • Experience coffee cherry fruit sorting and processing methods at our onsite mill

    • After the end of the day, we’ll take a short scenic drive to Holualoa village, a charming historic village in the heart of Kona Coffee Country for the First Friday Artwalk.

  • Day 2: Coffee Processing

    • We’ll reconnect early once again for breakfast prepared on the farm.

    • Experience post-harvest processing at our onsite mill.

    • Lunch on the farm

    • Transform parchment to green coffee in our onsite mill while learning Hawaii coffee grading standards and what it means to be 100% Kona, what makes it special, and why it is important.

    • Let us share a few craft cocktails and signature beverages before dinner on the farm

    • Later, enjoy a coffee talk story and campfire under the stars

  • Day 3: Roasting, Brewing, and Cupping

    • After an early breakfast, we will head to the roastery for a full day of sensory experiences.

    • The Cupping workshop will kick off the day. Discover the practice of evaluating Monarch Estate coffees.

    • Working with one of our certified roasters, you will learn how we modulate flavor profiles and customize a unique profile for you to roast and take home with you.

    • Refuel with lunch on the farm followed by a “better brewing at home” workshop

    • Special Farewell dinner local kine eats.

  • Day 4: A hui hou! Until we meet again

    • After a light breakfast, we will undertake a coffee tree or native milkweed planting project in the nursery before we say our farewells.

    • We will wrap up our time together around 10am.

  • NOTE: This is the tentative agenda, it can change due to time, weather, group energy capacity, or other constraints.

“We love the rich heritage of coffee growing and processing here in the Islands. We look forward to sharing our labor of love with you”

-Greg and Sal

Monarch Coffee Camp Experience

Cost of experience: $2500 for onsite accommodation

Deposit: $850*

*This secures your reservation.

For more information

email: abby@monarchcoffee.com

call the farm: (808) 339-4166

Pricing Includes:

  1. All meals listed on the itinerary

  2. All accommodations as scheduled in the itinerary

  3. All itinerary activities

Pricing Excludes:

  1. Travel to/from Kona

  2. Off-site accommodations

  3. Additional excursions and activities

  4. Meals, and alcoholic beverages not listed on the itinerary

  5. Visas and travel insurance

“With our expanded team’s combined passion, dedication, and hard work, together we continue to build Monarch Coffee’s reputation for excellence. Monarch Coffee is a labor of love and we look forward to sharing it with you”

— Abigaile Munoz