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Learn about two of Costa Rica’s biggest (and tastiest) exports on this tour of a coffee and chocolate farm just outside La Fortuna. Admire the beautiful views of Arenal Volcano while learning more about coffee and chocolate production, followed by a taste of the final products. Your guide will share insight into the industries throughout the tour.

Many Costa Rican coffee and chocolate experiences require long travel days, but this hands-on tasting experience takes place near Playas del Coco, within easy reach of most hotels. Visit artisan producers, learn about and taste local products, try your hand at traditional grinding methods, and make your own coffee and chocolate.

Hiking in the Costa Rican rainforest can be a dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. Book this La Fortuna Sloths, Coffee, and Chocolate Experience and go with a guide who will keep you safe and well informed. Set out through the rainforest to spot sloth and other wildlife before stopping at a chocolate and coffee farm for tastings.

Spend a delicious 2 hours learning all about the best type of chocolate in the world, along with coffee, tropical fruit, spices, rum, and sugar cane- all products of Costa Rica, on this tour. Explore the farm holding 1600 cacao trees, where they produce 150 pounds of cacao every week. The best part: sampling the chocolate and the rest of the delicious produce!

Indulge your sweet tooth and discover the secrets of La Fortuna's best chocolate. This small-group tour starts out in an organic cocoa plantation where you'll see the cocoa flower and trees, as well as the cocoa bean fermentation and sun-drying process. Afterward, in the ranch, you can roast and grind the cocoa beans and also, ultimately, make your own chocolate bonbons.

-Tour of the Coffee We will know the complete history and importance of coffee for Costa Rica; In addition, we will know the complete process of elaboration; from planting the seed to tasting a cup of 100% pure Costa Rican coffee.   -Tour of the Chocolate We will return to the past to know its origin, history and 100% traditional process in honor of our ancestors. We will be able to see their different stages and varieties of cocoa. - Both tours include tastings; In addition, we teach the process and history of sugarcane in the traditional Costa Rican way and its derivatives

Visit three Costa Rican highlights in one day on this guided tour from San José. First explore a Starbucks-owned coffee farm, learning all about how your morning brew is grown, harvested, and roasted. Next, visit the Poas Volcano Crater and marvel at its powerful geysers and bubbling lake of aquamarine water. Then, experience La Paz Waterfall Garden–a lush rainforest that boasts spectacular waterfalls and exotic wildlife. Finally, stop by another coffee plantation and enjoy a lunch of traditional Costa Rican fare.

At nightfall, join us to discover the delicious world of chocolate where we will learn the whole process from the seed to the delicious Chocolate bar, once the explanation is finished we will select some members of the group to grind the Cocoa to make your own chocolate bar. Once finished you will have the opportunity to taste several types of chocolate such as Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate and White Chocolate. Once this sweet adventure is over, we will tour our farm to enter the extraordinary nightlife where we can see some species of frogs and toads such as the Giant Toad, the big chicken eater frog, the small “Jewels of the Forest” like the Hourglass Frog and the most emblematic of Costa Rica, the Red-Eyed Frog. With luck during the tour, we can see some species of insects, mammals such as the sloth, raccoons and sometimes nocturnal birds.

Learn about coffee production at Costa Rica's largest coffee farm on this guided tour. At the Aquiares Estate, you’ll see the process from seed to cup after visiting the local community and hearing about coffee agronomy and its importance to Costa Rica. Then, learn about coffee roasting and cupping and get a taste.

Visit Poás Volcano's massive crater and stop at Starbucks' Hacienda Alsacia coffee farm for an included coffee tasting. Includes an expert guide and transport from San José. Perfect for nature and coffee lovers. Discover Costa Rica's most iconic natural wonder and world-class coffee culture in one unforgettable day. Journey from San José to Poás Volcano National Park, home to one of Earth's largest active volcanic craters at 2,708 meters above sea level. Begin your journey venturing into the mystical cloud forest, where trails lead to breathtaking viewpoints of the turquoise acidic lagoon and steaming fumaroles. Visit serene Botos Lagoon, a pristine crater lake surrounded by lush vegetation. Your expert bilingual guide shares fascinating insights about volcanic geology, coffee cultivation, and local biodiversity throughout the journey. With comfortable round-trip transportation and small group sizes, this tour perfectly balances adventure, education, and authentic Costa Rican culture.

Snorkeling stops, sunshine, and unobstructed views of Costa Rica's shoreline make this sunset catamaran cruise the ideal way to end your day—and the open bar doesn't hurt. Join a friendly crew (as well as dolphins, turtles, and flying fish) to make the most of the day's last rays on this perfectly timed tour, which ends just as the sun sinks below the horizon. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Zipline through Costa Rican rainforest on a canopy tour that goes over the spectacular La Fortuna Waterfall—an exciting opportunity not offered on similar excursions. Between cables, take in views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato and talk to your guides about the La Fortuna area. No experience is needed and almost anyone who is interested in Costa Rica’s biodiversity will enjoy this immersive adventure.

This isn't just another Poás Volcano tour. It's a private experience, built for slow travel, not mass tourism. We pick you up when it works for you, straight from your hotel or Airbnb, none of the two hours the big buses waste rounding tourists up across other locations. At Poás, timing is everything: those who arrive after mid-morning usually find the crater buried in clouds. So we go first, while you still have a real shot at seeing it clear. We stand at the edge of one of the largest active craters on the planet, no rush, then find the hidden Laguna Botos, its waters shifting between emerald and turquoise. Next, the iconic La Paz Waterfall, fresh local fruit, and a hidden trail most people walk right past. We close the day at Hacienda Alsacia, the only Starbucks coffee farm in the world, where you taste a cup where it's actually grown. Your companion doesn't just know this land, he lives it. You won't remember a tour. You'll remember a Costa Rica experience, told first-hand.

Get the inside scoop on a pair of Costa Rica's most famous exports on a combo tour of the Doka Estate coffee plantation. Learn how coffee beans are grown, harvested, and roasted to perfection, and then follow the sticky-sweet journey of sugar cane at a working sugar mill. Finish the flavorful visit with a tour of the estate’s inedible natural treasures, including hundreds of miniature bonsai trees, colorful orchids, and butterflies.

Ride along the forested coast of Manual Antonio National Park on this 4-hour catamaran tour. Morning tours feature a snorkeling adventure in the secluded bay of Playa Biezans, while evening tours allow you to take in views of the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your lodging in the Manuel Antonio area as well as snorkel equipment (morning tour), a guide, and lunch or dinner.

Looking for a tour full of flavor, culture, and tradition? This All-in-One experience combines three of Costa Rica’s sweetest treasures in one unforgettable visit. Discover the fascinating history and biology of cacao in Costa Rica and around the world. Learn how it’s harvested, fermented, ground, and transformed into the legendary “drink of the gods” — and of course, enjoy a tasting! ☕ Coffee Tour Dive into Costa Rica’s coffee culture and its importance in our history and economy. Explore our showroom with traditional tools and live coffee plants, then prepare your own café chorreado, the authentic Costa Rican brewing method. Tastings included! Step into tradition at our trapiche, where sugar cane is pressed before your eyes. Taste the refreshing local drink agua de sapo, made right on the spot. The sweetest part of the tour!

Visit the impressive crater of Poas Volcano and go behind-the-scenes at a large commercial coffee farm on this full-day tour from San Jose. A guide shares fun facts about one of Costa Rica's most-visited volcanos and biggest exports on a field-to-cup tour of the coffee farm. Plus, private transportation and included lunch make this tour a breeze.

Discover the hidden elegance of San Jose on a journey that blends urban storytelling with a sensory experience. Walk through San José’s most prestigious districts, nature-filled parks serve as the backdrop to stunning historic architecture and the city’s best-kept secrets. Then we transition from the streets to the sanctuary of a boutique coffee shop. Here, the experience reaches its peak with a coffee tasting led by a professional barista. Using a specialized brewing method designed to unlock the complex soul of our volcanic beans, complemented by a curated tasting of artisanal Costa Rican chocolate and raw cacao. Paired with a fresh sweet or savory pastry, this session offers a deep dive into the flavors and craftsmanship that define our world-renowned coffee culture. What’s Included: A guided historical walk through downtown’s finest districts and parks, followed by a specialty coffee tasting session, a guided artisanal chocolate/cacao flight and your choice of a fresh local pastry.

Turn your transfer into an adventure! Travel from La Fortuna to San Jose (Or viceversa) with stunning views, cultural stops, and local flavors. Cultural Stop: Learn Costa Rican history at Juan Santamaría Park in Alajuela. ☕ Coffee Experience: Visit Alsacia Starbucks Farm, explore their project, and enjoy a fresh brew (optional). ️ Scenic Views: Stop at La Paz Waterfall for breathtaking photos. ️ Authentic Cuisine: Enjoy a local meal at Soda y Mirador Cinchona, overlooking San Fernando Waterfall. More Waterfalls: See three more waterfalls nestled in the mountains. Nature & Wildlife: Spot pineapple fields and possibly toucans, monkeys, sloths, and iguanas on the way. A unique way to experience Costa Rica while getting from A to B! ✨

This is our most complete tour. Chocolate and coffee together. Starting with the cocoa and coffee plantation, where you are going to learn all about the process of harvesting of both chocolate and coffee. Then, you will try 70% chocolate with different spices, make your chocolate bombons and then get ready to prepare a delicious mocca. An unique flavor of fresh chocolate and coffee together prepared by yourself. To end the activity, each person in the group is going to package a 50 grams coffee bag as a gift for a special person at home or for your own taste. Come and enjoy this delicious experience! You wont regret.

A thrilling mix of adventure and culture awaits in La Fortuna with this unique combo experience. Start with an exciting zipline canopy tour featuring 9 cables and 10 platforms, soaring above the rainforest with breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. With cable lengths ranging from 80 to 550 meters, it offers a fun and dynamic experience for both first-time zipliners and adventure seekers. Children must be at least 4 years old to participate, and guests over 125 kg (275 lbs) are not permitted on the zipline. After the adrenaline rush, continue with an immersive cultural experience centered around Costa Rica’s coffee, artisanal chocolate, and sugar cane traditions. Learn about the traditional processes behind these iconic products while enjoying fresh coffee, artisanal chocolate, and sugar cane juice tastings. This combo offers a memorable blend of excitement, culture, and authentic local flavors.

Visit a coffee farm located in Barva de Heredia and learn about Costa Rican coffee on this guided tour. Along the way, see how the beans are grown, processed, and roasted, and find out why Costa Rica’s climate and diverse landscape provide ideal growing conditions for gourmet coffee beans. At the end of the tour, enjoy a buffet lunch with local ingredients and visit the coffee bar.

A cultural day trip, this tour from the Guanacaste area takes you on a tour of a coffee farm, an artisan village, and finishing off with a local lunch. Learn about coffee from bean to cup, and the history of local pottery traditions. Between attractions, learn about Costa Rica culture from your guide.