Top Costa Rica Desserts & Sweets in 2026

Sample some of the best products made in Costa Rica on this group tour in Monteverde. You’ll explore the process of producing coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane on this family-friendly tour. You’ll be able to taste each product, too, while your guide tells you all about how each is made, and how important each product is worldwide.

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!

A unique Puerto Viejo date night or celebration: a 90-minute guided tasting of four aged rums and four local chocolates, with cacao tasted at three stages of its journey. Relax on our deck overlooking the Caribbean and discover surprising flavour combinations together as the sun sets. Perfect for couples, birthdays, anniversaries, or anyone looking for a memorable and different evening experience.

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.

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.

Unwrap the delicious secrets of chocolate! This immersive tour is perfect for chocoholics and curious minds alike. Go beyond the candy bar and discover the fascinating world of cocoa, from bean to bar. Here's what awaits you: Unravel the history of chocolate: Learn about cocoa's journey from the ancient Mayans to your taste buds. Witness the transformation: See firsthand how cocoa beans are transformed into the decadent chocolate you love. Indulge your senses: Savor tastings of different chocolates and uncover the unique flavors of each step. This tour is perfect for: Chocolate enthusiasts who want to deepen their knowledge Families looking for a fun and educational experience Anyone with a sweet tooth!

Sloths up close, a waterfall swim, coffee & chocolate and a delicious local lunch: the day our guests call "the best part of our trip." We are a 100% local, family-owned company from Guanacaste, founded in 2008 by Carlos Méndez. Our guides grew up here, and the farmers and rainforest trackers you'll meet are our neighbors. Your booking supports local families. Pickup from hotels across Guanacaste: Liberia, Coco, Hermosa, Papagayo, Flamingo, Brasilito, Tamarindo and more. Swim at Llanos de Cortés waterfall, taste organic coffee and chocolate made by local families, search for sloths, toucans and frogs with an expert naturalist who helps you get close-up photos, and enjoy a traditional Tico lunch. Easy walks, a relaxed pace, never rushed. Ideal for families with kids of all ages, couples and nature lovers. Good to know: a full day of 6 to 8 hours depending on your hotel. In the rainy season (Sep–Nov), swimming depends on water conditions; if unsafe, we'll let you know in advance.

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.

Chocolate and coffee come together on this small-group tour in La Fortuna. Visit the plantation to learn how cocoa and coffee are harvested, taste 70% chocolate with spices, make chocolate bonbons, and prepare your own mocca. You’ll also package a 50-gram coffee bag as a gift or for yourself.

Besides all the delicious items we have for you and all the information provided by our expert guides, we are located only 10 minutes from Quepos and Manuel Antonio beach.

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.

On this Jaco off-road ATV tour, it’s all about the journey—and the destinations. Take a thrilling ride through rugged mountain terrain en route to a vista point and two waterfalls, one of which has a 15-foot (4.5-meter) jump to try (if you dare). Be sure to bring a swimsuit to refresh yourself in the natural pool either way.

Experience two of La Fortuna’s must-do activities in one easy package. Explore the rainforest at your own pace along Mistico’s iconic hanging bridges, then discover the journey from cacao tree to chocolate at Britt Cacao Tour, complete with guided tastings. With lunch at Britt and round-trip transportation from selected La Fortuna hotels included, we take care of the logistics so you can focus on enjoying the rainforest, culture, and flavors of Arenal.

Combine three adventurous activities in a single tour: a hike to Arental Volcano, visit to the Hanging Bridges, and exploration of La Fortuna Waterfall. This full-day tour from La Fortuna, perfect for nature lovers, includes hiking and swimming amidst Costa Rica's beautiful natural scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Grab your passport and head over the border for a full-day tour of Nicaragua’s highlights from Costa Rica. Start with a scenic Nicaraguan breakfast and then take in the views from Catarina Volcano. Visit the active Masaya Volcano and stand near the crater. Explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views from La Merced Church, followed by a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a scenic cruise.

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.

-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

Costa Rica’s lush jungles have long been a notable area to grow cash crops such as coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane. During this small-group experience, visit a plantation in Manuel Antonio and learn how these three crops are produced. Take a guided tour of a plantation, traditional sugar cane mill, and medicinal plants garden, and see how some of your favorite treats are made. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Discover the natural beauty of the La Fortuna region on an action-packed full-day tour that is ideal for people who enjoy outdoors activities. Go on hikes through lush rain forest; visit a butterfly garden and Maleku Indian village; take a dip at La Fortuna waterfall; look for wildlife; and view the Arenal Volcano. Top off the day with a cocktail and a relaxing soak in a natural hot water river.

What makes this experience special is the genuine connection to Costa Rican culture and the people who call this beautiful mountain village home. Rather than simply watching or listening, guests become part of the experience—getting hands-on with chocolate making, learning to make traditional tortillas alongside a local family, and sharing stories around the lunch table. It's also a wonderful **multigenerational experience**, with something for everyone to enjoy! From curious kids to adventurous grandparents, everyone can participate, laugh, learn, and create memories together. Whether it's making chocolate, swimming beneath a waterfall, or sharing a homemade meal, the experience brings people together in a fun and meaningful way. We believe the best travel memories come from the people you meet, the things you try, and the moments you share. That's what makes this experience so special.

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.

A chocolate tasting flight is included on this chocolate tour in La Fortuna. Sample artisanal chocolates fresh from the source as your guide shares information about the chocolate-marking process from bean to bar—one of Costa Rica’s biggest businesses. Plus, try special treats like caramelized cocoa seed that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Join us for a one of a kind walking tour through the heart of San José, where history and culture come to life! As we explore the city, you'll hear fascinating stories about Costa Rica But the adventure doesn’t stop there! We’ll finish the tour with an immersive chocolate experience, where you'll learn about the rich history of cacao and even get hands-on in crafting your own delicious treat. This is more than just a tour it’s a journey through time, flavors, and unforgettable experiences. Book now and discover San José like never before! Your guide is gonna be wearing a green shirt