"The sound bath with Brooke was incredible! Highly recommend experiencing this in the clouds. Truly one of a kind space! Will be back for sure!"
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Set high above Kona, this sound meditation takes place in a private cloud forest reserve—yes, that’s a real thing. You’ll walk through towering trees, giant ferns, and hanging vines before settling into a circular pavilion for a guided sound bath. The combination of high-elevation stillness and the deep hum of bowls, gongs, and nature creates something rare: quiet that actually stays with you. It’s peaceful, restorative, and just off beat enough to be memorable.
GUEST REQUIREMENTS
For ages 8 and up, group size limited to 12 guests.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Restful activity, no prior experience needed.
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable clothes and a light sweater
CANCELLATION POLICY
Changes or cancellations must be made 48 hours prior.
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
4.9★ from 600+ reviews on TripAdvisor
Visitors describe the forest sound bath as a “phenomenal,” “truly one-of-a-kind” experience that leaves them feeling centered and deeply relaxed. Many praise the guides for creating a gentle, immersive session using singing bowls, gongs, and the forest’s natural acoustics. Guests often mention returning for multiple sessions, sharing that it “brought tears to my eyes” and offered a powerful moment of peace in the misty upland sanctuary.
Treat yourself to a restorative sound bath at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, where the harmonious tones of crystal singing bowls, other vibrational instruments, and the natural soundscape of the ʻōhiʻa lehua forest resonate through you.
Perfect for both newcomers and sound bath enthusiasts, this experience combines guided meditation with healing vibrations and the ambiance of the cloud forest, supporting deep relaxation and energetic balance.
Whether you’re new to sound baths or seeking to recharge in nature, our sessions are designed to align your mind and body, offering a rejuvenating retreat in a serene, open-air natural setting. Get cozy, lay back and receive!
Weekly Schedule:
- Crystal Bowl & Gong Sound Bath with Brooke Olenski: Wednesdays and Saturdays
- Crystal Tone Singing Bowl Sound Bath with Pam Neil: Sundays and Mondays
What's included:
- Cushioned mats, blankets, inner peace, tranquility
Itinerary:
- Sound baths start on time (*late entry is prohibited)
- Introduction to the space and experience
- Sound journey begins with a guided meditation
- Sound journey ~60 minutesThe Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is a privately protected 70-acre montane forest on the slopes above Kailua-Kona. For over 30 years, it’s been carefully stewarded to preserve rare native Hawaiian plants and trees, while welcoming small groups to experience this unique high-elevation ecosystem. Guests are surrounded by native birdsong, towering tree ferns, and centuries-old ʻōhiʻa trees thriving in the cool, misty uplands.
Check-in details:
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for check-in!
- The space opens 30 minutes prior to the experience start time.
- Late entry is prohibited and non-refundable.
Disclaimers:
- Experiences starts on time and there is no late entry or refunds.
- Please arrive 10 – 30 minutes early!KCFS Cancellation Policy – Public Experiences
Intention: to address the limited capacity and high demand of our experiences, this policy aims to provide all customers an equal opportunity to visit the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary when desired.
48 hour cancellation policy:
- Customers may receive a full refund, credit, or rebooking up to 48 hours before your reservation time.
- All bookings are considered final within 48 hours of your reservation start time.
- 50% rebooking fee will be applied to rebookings within 48 hours.
- No refunds or credits will be issued within 48 hours (without Trip Protection).
No refunds will be issued due to weather unless operations are cancelled by the operator. All customers must understand that this is a cloud forest and rain should be expected and prepared for. Additionally, Operator cannot guarantee any weather conditions.
Operator reserves the right to cancel any experiences at any time. In the case of Operator cancellation, customers will have the opportunity to rebook their experience or receive a full refund or credit. This may be due to, but not limited to safety, inclement weather, or other unforeseen circumstances.
FOLIO TRAVELOGUE
Into the Mist: A Sound Journey in Kona’s Cloud Forest
It’s only 15 minutes from the airport, but it feels like a world away. Set on the slopes of Hualālai at 3,000 feet, the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is one of the only accessible tropical cloud forests in the U.S.—a high-elevation sanctuary where cool mist drifts through towering ʻōhiʻa and koa trees, giant ferns spread wide, and birdsongs echo in the quiet. The road winds uphill through old-growth forest until you reach the sanctuary gate. From there, it’s a short stroll to a simple, open-air pavilion tucked into the hillside.
"Not a show. Not a spa. Just nature and sound, dialed all the way in."
The sound bath begins slowly. You lie on a cushioned mat, surrounded by trees, and settle into stillness as tones from crystal singing bowls begin to fill the space. It’s not a class. Not a spa. Just breath, vibration, and quiet. The sound builds in layers—resonant, low, at times barely audible—then ebbs again, mixing with the ambient sounds of the forest. The result is deep relaxation with no pressure to “achieve” anything. Just be there. Let the forest and the bowls do the work.
When it ends, there’s no rush to speak, no pressure to leave. People sit up slowly, stretch, sip tea, and take in the view: mist curling around trunks, dappled sunlight, absolute calm. The experience is about letting go of noise—externally and internally—and tapping into something that’s both incredibly simple and hard to find. In a place this rare, stillness doesn’t feel like an escape. It feels like something you were always meant to return to.
