Maui Animal Farm
Family of 4
~$60–$100 for 2 adults + 2 kids (check mauianimalfarm.
Duration
1–2 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 2–12
About
Maui Animal Farm in Lahaina offers something the island's bigger attractions can't: genuine one-on-one time with animals in an intimate, small-farm setting. Located at 264 Haniu St in Lahaina, this small operation functions as a petting-zoo and animal experience venue where the focus is hands-on interaction rather than viewing animals from a distance.
For young kids aged 2–12, a farm visit like this is one of the most immediate and memorable experiences of a vacation. Feeding a goat from your hand, petting a pig, getting close to exotic animals that you've only ever seen in picture books — these encounters register at a completely different level than walking past exhibits at a large zoo. The small scale of Maui Animal Farm means every child gets that close contact, not just the kids at the front of the crowd.
Important logistics: this is a small operation with limited daily visitor capacity. Book well in advance — especially for visits during peak Maui tourist season. Walk-ins are unlikely to be accommodated. The website at mauianimalfarm.com has booking information and current pricing.
Wear clothes that can get dirty and bring closed-toe shoes. Farm visits are tactile and wonderful, and kids should feel free to engage fully without worrying about their vacation clothes. Bring hand sanitizer.
For families with animal-loving kids making a Maui trip, Maui Animal Farm is worth the reservation effort. The intimacy of the experience is what makes it special — and it's the kind of thing kids talk about for months afterward.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Morning for cooler temperatures and more active animals
Wait Times
Book in advance — small venue with limited capacity
Nearby Food
Lahaina town has a wide variety of restaurants within a short drive.
Why Kids Love It
A small, intimate petting-zoo style farm in Lahaina where kids can get up close with exotic and farm animals in a hands-on setting. The scale means every child gets genuine one-on-one interaction — not a quick glimpse through a fence but actual feeding and petting time.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Book well in advance — this is a small operation with limited daily capacity.
- Morning visits give you cooler conditions and more active animals.
- Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty — farm visits are tactile and messy.
- Great for kids who love animals and want more interaction than a standard zoo.
- Check the website for any age or participation requirements.
What to Bring
- Closed-toe shoes
- Clothes that can get dirty
- Hand sanitizer
- Sunscreen and hat
- Camera
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
~$60–$100 for 2 adults + 2 kids (check mauianimalfarm.
Tips to Save
- Book directly through the website.
- Smaller farm with limited daily visitors — book early in your trip planning.
