Garden of Eden Botanical Arboretum

The 25-acre site was purchased in 1991 with a vision of restoring the area's natural ecosystem with Hawaii's native and indigenous species. Along the way the opportunity arose to include exotic plants and trees from the South Pacific region and tropical rain forests throughout the world.

Today there are over 500 botanically labeled plants, including the most extensive collection of ti plants in Hawaii. Ti has a long history of usage by the Polynesians in ceremonies and rituals and is still considered one of Hawaii's most culturally useful plants.

You can also catch a good look at Upper & Lower Puohokamoa Falls from within the garden. Several domesticated animals live inside the garden including peafowl, chickens, ducks, geese, and even some horses. Expect to spend about an hour or two at the garden.

As of this writing, there is an admission charge of $20 adult, $10 child (Ages 5-16), and kids under 5 are free. The garden is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.