Pineapple Express Train at Dole Plantation

The Pineapple Express is a cute train at Dole Plantation that takes you on a 20-minute tour complete with narration and music.  Big kids and adults can learn about the history of pineapple in Hawaii and everyone can enjoy the train ride and the sights along the way which include pineapple fields, harvesting equipment and a variety of tropical plants.

My daughter and I went to Dole Plantation last week with our off-island visitors and took a ride on the Pineapple Express.  I think it was the first time she'd been on the train there and she was excited.  Most of the time she wanted to sit on the bench next to her friends but she sat in my lap part of the time too and definitely seemed to enjoy the ride.  

She and I didn't get a chance to get any Dole Whip because after the train ride it was time to go pick up my son at school.  So much for pretending we were on vacation like our friends, but it was a fun morning adventure.

Do it yourself on Oahu

Location:  Dole Plantation is located at 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Wahiawa, 96786

Directions:  Take the H-2 north.  From here there are a couple ways you can go.  I think the most straight forward is to take the Wahiawa Exit and drive north through town.  A few miles past Wahiawa you'll see the Dole Plantation on your right.

Hours:  9:30am to 5:00pm

Cost:  $8 for adults, $6 for children 4-12 yrs, $7.25 for Kama'aina & Military, free for childen 3 yrs and younger

Tips:  Check Dole's website for printable coupons for the train ride (and other Dole attractions).  They also have them in their brochures and various visitor magazines.  Most coupons say "off of a regular priced admission" so I don't think the coupons and kama'aina rates can be combined.