What an amazing, beautiful experience watching our chrysalis' morph into beautiful Monarch Butterflies. The presentation is outstanding and the instructions are very clear. These will make great gifts for any age. And when they emerged, they didn't just fly away. They stayed in my wife's hand for minutes. It was beautiful. read more

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What a beautiful experience! Ordering process was so smooth! Owner, Justin, picked up immediately to answer my questions. He accommodated same day order which was just a 5 hour notice. Pick up was at a house in Ewa. The decor box, wood keychain, and the overall opening experience was opening like an high end item. Everything was so professionally made. Although the items may have been tossed around in the bag, the chrysalis kept intact. The live butterfly crawled onto finger for a good 20-30 seconds before flying away. It was a perfect moment. Justin explained the butterfly is best to keep its wings closed together in the flat box than fluttering in a cube box for its own well-being. Butterfly release was more time sensitive for live butterfly. Will be a returning customer again soon. read more

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What do you get for someone who already has enough toys, clothes, books, food, and things? A PARADISE MONARCH!!! I've tried to raise a butterfly from caterpillar before, and they eat so much, and they're super picky so unless you have a lot of crownflower leaves, it's hard to keep up with them. (But it's super fascinating watching them spin their little green crysalis) When you purchase a paradise monarch, it comes as a crysalis already on a raffia and packaged in a clear box all wrapped and ready to give. They even give you instructions on how to care for them & tell you which day the butterfly is going to come out, and it was accurate each time. I bought 2 the first time for Christmas for my nieces, and they loved the experience of releasing the butterflies, I had to go back and buy another one. My sister loved it because it didn't make a mess, require assembly, batteries or parental assistance like most toys or gifts for kids that age. It's fascinating even for adults, I mean how do you even go from a crawling green worm like thing to a winged orange and black flying insect? It blows my mind. Did you know that most caterpillars don't make it to butterfly stage? They get eaten by birds etc or don't successfully transform into a butterfly. We successfully released all 3 butterflies I got from Paradise Monarch. Highly recommend! read more

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Super awesome experience to see the butterfly transform from the chrysalis that you can then release to help increase the monarch butterfly population. Unique gift for special occasions or just for yourself. Highly recommended. It's a good, education, fun experience for children and adults. Perfect for special events like wedding, anniversary, and birthday. The company promptly responds to emails and can try to accommodate request based on the date you want to gift the chrysalis. read more

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Great experience buying a chrysalis and watching my daughter throughout the week long experience. She was so excited to set her butterfly free. She named her Snickerdoodle. You can order through Instagram and communication is both great and easy. Pick up instructions easy to follow and COVID safe. read more

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I was lucky to have won a contest during covid last year for this butterfly kit. Pickup was not at the actual location but at paradise tubs location in Ewa beach for my pick up. I believe each Kit is approximately $30 which comes in a nice holder, instructions and a clear container with moss inside. My estimated arrival date was about 5 days after pickup. The index card shows you the different stages before emerging. Unlucky for me, it emerged early in the morning so I wasn't able to see it come out of its shell. We also named it butters and my butterfly was a female. It was very pretty in the box but I was definitely afraid of it. I used a stick to get it out and showed it to my dogs. We eventually released it out on our lanai shortly after and it was free to live its life. read more

This was such a fun experience, for all ages! I bought a chrysalis for my cousin for her birthday and she loved it. I also bought one for myself, because I'm a kid at heart . And one for my friend w It's so nice to appreciate the little things in life. Like watching the beautiful evolution of a butterfly. The customer service from Paradise Monarchs is amazing. Henry, the owner, is very responsive and available to answer any questions. The Chrysalis came in a cute little display box, and contained a personalized card with instructions and what to expect in the evolution process. For me, the releasing part was most fun and breathtaking to watch. It's an amazing and memorable experience overall. Would recommend! read more

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Paradise Monarchs chrysalis/butterflies is such a beautiful gift to give to yourself and your loved ones. The first time my sister gifted me this as we were in search of a house, it was such a bittersweet moment. I have come to love butterflies and it hits so close to home as butterflies are spiritual creatures that I hold very dear to my heart especially after losing our father and my boyfriend's mother in 2017. So after that one gift, I purchased more & won a chrysalis from a giveaway that they were having. Each one, I'd give my butterflies a special name in Japanese which each carry a special meaning that I can always cherish in my heart. For 4x straight, they all have been girls. but trust me when I say that they can brighten any one's day. I do hope to have them on my special day/wedding whenever that will happen (*hint hint mr. boyfriend lol) because they will definitely something special to have each butterfly set free with special wishes made for us. Or maybe as a special party favor for a special occasion. So if you're stuck on what to gift that special someone or loved one, contact Henry and get yourself a chrysalis to capture the beauty of your very own butterfly to tell your wishes & hopes to as you set them free. Trust me, it's a bittersweet special moment to experience for yourself or truly gift someone. read more

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My boyfriend gifted me a butterfly for my birthday, and I thought it was the most unique gift I've ever received. I LOVED it! After a small incident when the box was accidentally bumped and the chrysalis detached from the stick (my fault), I contacted Henry immediately, and he was SO supportive & helpful. I've never experienced a business owner with as much compassion and a calming nature as he had during the process of making sure my butterfly was going to be okay. All in all, a beautiful Monarch butterfly emerged, and it was so special to witness the beautiful process with my own eyes. I'd recommend this gift to anyone of any age as it is both super educational and rewarding. Support local & gift a loved one with this incredible experience! read more

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**Disclosure: I won my monarch chrysalis through a Yelp giveaway.** I picked up my monarch box at the KailuaTown Farmer's Market near the Kilua Cinema. It was rainy but their booth was easy to spot; they had all their boxes lined up on display, as well as a milkweed plant with a bunch of caterpillars on it! I even had the luck to chance upon one of the chrysalises opening and the butterfly emerging. Each box is $35 and their projected emergence date is written as well. It comes with a pamphlet explaining what to expect, as well as a replacement guarantee if for some reason your butterfly doesn't emerge, which unfortunately is nature and is a possibility. I took mine home and put it on my night stand and waited. Unfortunately, it emerged while I was sleeping and I just woke up with a full monarch butterfly next to me! It was a wonderful experience to be a part something that usually happens away from my every day life. As part of my brochure instructions, I made a wish as I released the butterfly. I would definitely recommend the box as a lovely gift, as an experience for kids, or as a great giveaway for an event! read more

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The best! I got these as gifts for nurses who had cared for my son for decades. Great service guaranteed satisfaction, unique, and meaningful gift! read more

We contacted Henry for assistance with a big project, and ordered several boxes for our landscaping clients over the Holidays. He was super friendly and quick to reply every time I reached out. He even delivered!! Can't recommend enough, everyone loved it, including us! Mahalo read more

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Absolutely phenomenal experience. So much thoughtfulness and aloha is put into these little butterflies I am so grateful for the work that they do. We loved watching our baby grow and setting him free! I definitely recommend this for all ages! read more

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I originally found out about Paradise Monarchs on Instagram. I loved the idea of helping with the conversation of the butterflies. The first time I purchased a chrysalis was at the Kakaako farmer's market. Henry is so friendly and great at explaining everything! He always makes sure to answer any questions you have. The chrysalis boxes make such a unique gift and you won't be disappointed! read more

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I love Paradise Monarchs because it's such a great idea. In a time where, we were in lockdown all last year. So bring home nature in a cute box and experiencing the change and real easing a butterfly monarch is a great experience. I gave one to my friends daughter for her 21st birthday with a book by Diane Von Fursternburg titled The Woman I Want To Be. Giving both is a great gift. Represents change and blossoming to the woman she will be. Keep it up! Everyone should experience it. If you have yet to experience a release you won't regret trying it. read more

If you are looking for a unique gift for your loved ones, I definitely recommend purchasing a live chrysalis box from Paradise Monarchs! I purchased 3 gift boxes this past holiday season for my niece and my best friend's kids. The ordering process was fast and easy (thanks, Henry!) and delivery was free since my order was over $120. I definitely appreciated them making the delivery to Mililani esp. during the busy holidays + in the middle of a pandemic! Everyone loved their gift boxes. They were decorated with a Christmas theme and were all personalized with instructions included as well. The best part was seeing how excited my niece was throughout the week waiting to see the transformation of her chrysalis into a beautiful butterfly. I will definitely be making more purchases from Paradise Monarchs in the future! read more

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What an amazing unique gift I received for Christmas thanks to Paradise Monarch. I was so amazed at the beautiful packaging and surprise chrysalis with a card explaining the experience I was about to witness over the next few days! Learning and watching the butterfly come to life was beautiful. Thank you Paradise monarch for educating me and for the opportunity to receive such meaningful gift. Mahalo, Jenny read more

Are you looking for a fun, thoughtful and unique gift? Then this experience is a must!! I purchased one as a gift and one for our family. The packaging is beautiful, the card very detailed and personalized. Henry, owner and butterfly dad was very professional and extremely knowledgable. It was so much fun watching our chrysalis until it emerged. We had such an amazing experience, I am definitely looking forward to gifting and sharing this experience over the upcoming holidays. read more

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This business is definitely amazing! Henry is so helpful and knowledgeable and I love learning new things about monarch butterflies. I was looking for a gift for my daughter for her birthday and I heard about Paradise Monarchs and how we would be able to get our very own chrysalis and experience it turning into a butterfly. I thought, "why not get it and she can watch it turn into a butterfly". Henry made the ordering and pick up process easy as he is in our area anyway. My daughter was so excited to name her new friend and watch it every day until the big reveal. The box itself was super cute with a little card inside to give us some info on how to care for it from when we get it to when we are releasing the butterfly. I think this is a unique and creative way to sneak in some learning about this butterfly and appreciate it s beauty. I was able to read books about butterflies to my daughter and she was so interested in wanting to know more about what her butterfly will look like and what it'll do. We were glad to have two successful releases and we can't wait to order more. If you're looking for a fun, creative, and unique gift, you have to check this out. So glad to be able yo experience something like this. I was very satisfied with my whole experience. read more

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Great gift idea for any age. Bought this for my mom. She loved it!! The anticipation of waiting for the butterfly to transform was so exciting. Henry made the purchasing and pick up process so easy. The packaging was well made and very cute. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Seriously one of the best gifts I've gifted. My mother in law Loved this concept and loved being able to watch the butterfly transform. Such a beautiful business concept, with conservation at its core. The owner, Henry, was beyond helpful in customizing the butterfly box, and made this gift extra special. I'll certainly be a reoccurring customer, while saving our monarch butterfly population here on Oahu! read more

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I purchased 4 monarchs as a Christmas gift for a family with two girls. Instead of buying them things, I wanted to gift them something that would be an experience or memory. I first saw them on Instagram because some other friends had ordered it, and it looked magical to be able to release them. I was later served up an ad for their Christmas boxes, and I couldn't resist! Everything from the ordering process to the delivery process was very easy. Henry was a pleasure to work with and was very accommodating. At first, I had the delivery scheduled for my place, but because I had some unexpected surgery, I needed to have it sent directly to the recipient's house. He made the change with no problems, and the gifts were delivered as promised. I love this business, and what they're doing to release these beautiful creatures into the wild. Now, when I see monarch butterflies flitting around, I think of Paradise Monarchs, and the wonderful friends I shared the experience with. I highly recommend them! read more

This was an amazing experience! My kids loved it. It was beautiful! ohh and i cant forget how easy and fast the process was to order it. Henry was so friendly and was able to work around MY schedule for pick up. Thank you for that! Definitely recommend ordering these beautiful butterflies! I am planning to order them again for my daughter once she's not afraid lol. read more

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I would 100% recommend this company. We got our girls each a chrysalis, they were estimated to hatch on Christmas and they did! They were so excited watching them and learning their process. When we let them out they were very friendly, and they stuck around on our aloe plant for a full day. We all loved the experience and opportunity to help restore the monarch population! read more

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What a brilliant idea for everyone to experience while repopulating the monarch butterfly species! My son loved this so much and was excited throughout the entire process. Henry is so passionate and knowledgeable about the monarch butterflies. The chrysalis comes personalized and beautifully packaged. It also comes with information on what to expect while waiting for your butterfly to emerge. Such a unique gift and/or experience! read more

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Paradise monarch butterflies make such a beautiful gift. Henry is so amazing. He is very helpful and his instructions are so thorough. My daughters love waiting patiently for the butterflies to bloom out of their cocoons. They are a perfect gift for all ages. The butterflies always put a smile on everyone's face. read more

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I purchased multiple times as gifts and got the basic package the first order and the Christmas box option which was appropriately decorated for the holidays the second time. Henry was quick to respond via Instagram DMs. Initially he informed me that I was on a waitlist but had availability at my requested date. I recommend ordering ahead of time as these are live animals and have to wait for nature to take its course. As it's a small business that Henry is running out of his house, you have the option to pick up in Ewa Beach. Easy payment via Venmo or cash read more

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Paradise Monarchs is an experience for the senses!! From the moment you place your order you are giddy with anticipation to receive it. Then, your little box arrives and you patiently wait for the miracle to happen. Each moment from beginning to end is amazing. It's a gift and experience from age 1 to 100. read more

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Such an amazing idea. I've probably bought about 15 or more chrysalis from Henry by now. They make such great gifts and everyone I've gifted them to absolutely loved it. Henry himself is such a sweet kind person. It's amazing to see how far he's come. read more

If it was a very smooth process! They replied very fast & was really helpful through our(me and my bf) butterfly journey! They care about what they're doing because they reached out to us and asked us about our butterfly. They delivered to us all the way in Maili! So thankful for them!!! Will forever be a faithful customer of theirs! read more

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This is such a special experience! I was moving from the islands and knew I had to experience this butterfly before I left. I was able to get one right away and was packaged so cute with easy to follow instructions. I recommend EVERYONE to Paradise Monarchs! read more

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Are you looking for a beautiful and unique favor for your next party? Look no further! We included these gorgeous chrysalis boxes in our wedding and gave these out as favors to our guests, and they were thrilled! Over the next couple days, our guests with kiddos (as well as adults!) sent us pictures of their butterfly release and shared with us how much they enjoyed the experience. Our favor boxes came with a card with a photo of us and a personalized message to our guests. He also included easy to follow instructions on releasing the butterfly at home. The gorgeous clear boxes were packaged so nicely inside a beautiful neutral toned paper box, which matched perfectly with my wedding decor! We also did a butterfly release at our actual wedding ceremony. The butterfly slowly walked out of her box (in model fashion) and onto my bouquet. She hung out there, warmed up her wings, then flew away. It's like someone had trained her for her modeling debut! I can't wait to see the photos/video that were captured by our vendors from this special moment!! All in all, I would definitely recommend Henry's chrysalis boxes to anyone looking for a special gift, party favor, photo shoot prop, or just a fun learning experience for kids! read more

How may I say this was an awesome experience. The wait was definitely worthwhile and the owner was generous and kept us inform with any questions we had through the process. I recommend everyone on island to open their home to the experience. read more

This is such a unique and special gift to give anyone! Henry is an amazing person. He was a pleasure to work with. He included detailed instructions and even a timeline of when to expect our butterfly to emerge. It was an amazing experience to watch our "Mariah" transform. I highly recommend Paradise Monarchs for your gifting needs! read more

I gifted Paradise Monarchs to all of my nieces and nephews for Christmas. It was such a unique and memorable gift that they were all excited to receive! The packaging was Christmas themed and it was adorable!! We were visiting from off-island and PM was even able to drop-off the boxes to our hotel! Definitely recommend! read more

Henry is so sweet and awesome! I picked up 2 butterfly boxes around Christmas time for my daughter and mom! They absolutely loved it! Will definitely be purchasing again soon! Highly recommend!!!! read more

I found Paradise Monarchs after a friend posted her experience with them on Instagram. It was around Christmas time and I was looking for gifts that were different, but also meaningful. The boxes were so cute-- they were Christmas themed with cotton "snow" and a little Christmas tree. You can tell how much heart this company has, and the owner, Henry, is so kind and was especially helpful through the whole process. If you're looking to gift (or to have) a fun, wholesome experience, then I definitely recommend. read more

I came across Paradise Monarch when a friend of mine posted on an Instagram Story a few months back. I thought it was the cutest gift ever! It was perfect for my two year old son. He was so intrigued, curious, and just absolutely adored the butterflies I purchased from them. I can honestly say the price is worth it. The chrysalis are well packaged and in the cutest square clear box! Best part of this company is that they write a detailed instruction on how to care for your chrysalis and when to expect for the chrysalis to transform. Henry (owner) took the time to meet up with me no matter what the time or day. I appreciate that. I gifted another chrysalis to my sister but unfortunately the chrysalis didn't survive. Henry has a good exchange policy and I was able to pick up another one. How much better can his service get?! Thank you Paradise Monarch for an unforgettable service! read more

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Monarch butterflies are amazing!! My kids was so happy when I got one. They let know the time frame when the butterfly was going to come out of the cocoon. I highly recommend this for kids birthdays or even center pieces for party's !!! read more

I got the Christmas gift box and the Valentine's Day gift box. This is the perfect gift to give someone of any age. It is such an experience! Henry is so nice and gave the best service. I had a few questions after purchasing butterflies and he was very quick to respond! Thank you Henry! I will be buying again read more

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