Puerto Viejo Cacao Forest Chocolate Tour
Trace cacao from forest harvest to bean-to-bar chocolate, then taste the results
Duration
2 Hours
Includes
Cacao hike, factory tour, tasting
Highlights
Explore a cacao farm and working micro-factory to learn how chocolate is grown, fermented, dried, and made. Sample cacao flavors and a traditional cacao drink as you follow the process from tree to bar.
- Hike through the cacao forest and learn about local farming practices
- Look for sloths, monkeys, and agoutis along the trail
- Discover how cacao beans are harvested, fermented, and dried
- Watch bean-to-bar chocolate making in the mini factory
- Taste chocolate flavors and a traditional cacao drink
- Enjoy ocean views from the farm
Important details
- Includes a moderate hike with some elevation change on a gravel trail
- Costa Rican national rate requires resident ID
- Ages 5 and under join free with an adult
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: VWG6WC
FAQs
Wear comfortable footwear for the gravel trail.
The chocolate tour includes a moderate hike with some elevation change on an easily navigated gravel trail.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour for check-in.
Meeting details
Caribean’s Coffee and Chocolate, Playa Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón Province, CR 70403