Monteverde Coffe & Chocolate Tour
- Location: Monteverde, Puntarenas
- Product code: PD1DPS
Experience the fascinating journey of coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane as you delve into the entire process of these three vital products.
Embark on a captivating two-hour journey delving into Costa Rica's largest export crop, from a small red berry to a fragrant, roasted bean. This immersive excursion blends culture and Old World charm as you learn about the intricate process behind coffee production.
Equipped with your camera and an appetite for rich coffee and delicious chocolate, you'll meet your knowledgeable bilingual guide and venture into the lush coffee fields. A leisurely quarter-mile hike offers an ideal setting to discover the meticulous methods involved in Costa Rican coffee preparation.
Engage firsthand in each step of the process, from plucking vibrant red berries to peeling, roasting, grinding, brewing, and savoring the final product. The rich history of Costa Rican culture intertwines deeply with coffee production, shaping the nation's past and present.
Savor the satisfaction of enjoying a cup of coffee that you've personally contributed to crafting before moving on to explore the cacao bean. Harvesting pods from farm trees, indulge in the delectable pulp surrounding the beans while learning about the refinement process.
After delving into the history of chocolate in Costa Rica, delight your taste buds with a sampling of farm-fresh, antioxidant-rich chocolate. With rich history and unique insights, this tour promises a delightful day immersed in the flavors and traditions of Monteverde.
To culminate your tour experience, indulge in a sampling of sugar cane.
Starting time: 8:00AM - 10:00AM - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Duration: 2.5 Hours (approx.)
Difficulty: Easy
Includes:
- Round trip
- Transportation (Monteverde downtown and zone 1)
- Biligual guide
- Coffee
- Chocolate tasting
- Cane Sugar
What to bring?
- Comfortable walking shoes (sneakers, hiking boots)
- Comfortable clothing you can get dirty
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Raingear
Important information:
- Transportation included within Zone 1.
- Available from elsewhere for an additional fee.
- Children 12 years and older pay normal rate
