La Fortuna: Rainforest Chocolate Tour – La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Experience a hands-on program, that lets you eat all the chocolate you want. Discover the secrets of chocolate: from its discovery and use to the process of the product we know and enjoy today.
PRICE: $34
per person
Visit a cocoa farm in the rainforest with majestic views of Arenal Volcano. See where cocoa is grown, processed and produced and unearth the hidden secrets of local chocolate production. This interactive experience lets travelers eat as much chocolate as they want while learning about the history, culture, and traditions of this popular Costa Rican sweet.
In this 1,5 hour hands-on program, have the opportunity to learn interesting facts about cocoa and chocolate, its origin and history. Participate in all aspects of the production process, from the harvesting of the fruit, drying, and grinding of the seeds.
Discover why the cacao tree was very important to ancient cultures. Find out how cacao was not only used as a ceremonial drink, but its seeds were also used as currency because of its economic value, in many regions of Mesoamerica, including Costa Rica.
Tour Highlights:
Experience a rainforest chocolate tour from La Fortuna
Enjoy a hands-on chocolate experience, and eat all the chocolate you want
Learn about the “Gift of the Gods”: the cacao tree. Culture and traditions
Visit a real farm where cocoa is grown, produced and processed,
Admire the views of the majestic Arenal Volcano, and its great biodiversity
Includes:
Chocolate tasting
Professional guide
Guided tour of Rainforest Chocolate estate
Admission fees
Food tasting
Live tour commentary provided in English or Spanish
Local taxes
Gratuities
Roundtrip transportation to and from your hotel
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