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Awaken your senses with 100% original Costa Rican chocolate and coffee.
Costa Rica has one of the oldest traditions of coffee in the world with the first exportation in 1820 and a tradition of chocolate even older involving our native cultures. Explore a local farm and discover two of the most attached traditions in Costa Rica that have been shaping our culture for hundreds of years. Of course you will taste different presentations of coffee and chocolate.
| Bilingual guide |
| Plantation tour |
| Chocolate demonstration |
| Coffee tasting |
| Chocolate tasting |
| Entrance to the farm |
| Transportation |
| Comfortable shoes |
| Light clothing |
| Insect repellent |
| Sunscreen |
| Comfortable clothes |
| Camera |
| Water bottle |
| Reservations will be confirmed by our staff in order to be 100% secure. |
| Cancellations or modifications need to be requested with 48 hrs in advance. Less than that will be evaluated according to possibilities or will be considered as NO SHOW. |
| No Show will have 100% penalty on the price. |
| For shared experience the waiting period is 5 min after pick up time. More than that will be considered as NO SHOW. |
| With the reservation request the client Customer ensures that he is in good health and conditions to go along the experience. |
We will start with pickup at your hotel in the La Fortuna area at the beginning of the tour.
Then, we will make a transfer to the local farm, which will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes from downtown La Fortuna, depending on the location of the farm. .
You will enjoy a guided tour of the coffee plantation, where the stages of the coffee process will be explained: cultivation, harvesting, drying, roasting, and grinding. You will have the opportunity to observe the coffee plants and learn about local agricultural techniques.
Next, there will be a demonstration of the chocolate making process, from the cacao pod to the final product. The history of cacao and its cultural importance will be shared, and you will have the possibility to participate in the making, such as grinding cacao, among other activities.
Finally, you will enjoy a tasting of different types of coffee and chocolate, including freshly made coffee and artisanal chocolate.
Finally, we will make the transfer back to your hotel.
Costa Rica is known for its rich biodiversity, but we also have two products that have marked deeply to our bones every single Costa Rican: coffee and chocolate. This cultural experience immerses you in the fascinating world of these delicious ingredients, from their cultivation to your cup and palate. What makes this experience so unique? This is not a tour, it is an exploration of our day by day, its how we drink coffee, how we drink coffee and when we drink coffee. It's an exploration of how family members have the coffee deep in our roots.
This experience takes you on a captivating journey through the production process of coffee and chocolate, from growing the plants to creating the final beverages and products. You will have the opportunity to learn about the techniques of cultivation, harvesting, drying, roasting, and grinding, understanding the effort and dedication that goes into each cup of coffee and each bite of chocolate.
Coffee and chocolate are more than just agricultural products in Costa Rica; they are fundamental elements of its culture and history. This offers you the opportunity to connect with local traditions, discover the role these products have played in the country's development, and learn about the lifestyle of agricultural communities.
This is a feast for the senses. From the aroma of freshly roasted coffee to the deep flavor of pure chocolate, each phase of the process invites you to enjoy a multi-sensory experience. You will have the opportunity to taste different types of coffee and chocolate, learning to appreciate their nuances and unique characteristics.
This tour is not limited to simple observation; it invites you to actively participate in the making of coffee and chocolate. You will have the opportunity to grind coffee beans, learn how to prepare chocolate in a traditional way, and experience the artisanal techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation.
This tour is perfect for families, couples, and all coffee and chocolate lovers, as well as those who wish to learn more about Costa Rican culture. The activities are suitable for all ages, offering an ideal mix of education, entertainment, and tasting.
By joining this tour, you are supporting local farms and helping the development of sustainable tourism in Costa Rica. Your visit contributes to preserving agricultural traditions and generating income for communities dedicated to coffee and chocolate production.
Here we answer the most frequently asked questions travelers have about Coffee & Chocolate Tour :
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"This tour connects me with the roots of Costa Rica: coffee and chocolate. Since I was a child, these aromas and flavors have been present in my life, and now I have the pleasure of sharing them with you. We visit the plantations, exploring the artisanal process that goes from seed to cup and palate. The tasting is the highlight, where the satisfaction of each visitor becomes my greatest joy. I invite you to enjoy this sensory journey through the flavors of my land".
Carlos Rodríguez Fortuna Expeditions Guide's Perspective