Quepos Chocolate, Coffee and Sugar Cane Tour
About Quepos Chocolate, Coffee and Sugar Cane Tour
This tour near Quepos covers three Costa Rican traditions: chocolate, coffee and sugar cane. It has 1,161 reviews and a 5.0 rating.
The tour lasts about 2 hours, with prices from about $59 per person. It is an easy, hands-on break from beach and rainforest days.
Itinerary
- (2 hours)
What’s included
- Coffee Sampling
- Water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Bilingual Guide
- Chocolate Samplings
Meeting point
This is the location to our main offiice in Quepos town – make sure to navegate here using google maps.
What to expect on the day
You learn the history of cacao in Costa Rica and follow each step from harvesting and fermenting to grinding and making chocolate. Next comes coffee, with old picking tools on show and a demonstration of café chorreado, the traditional cloth-filter method. The tour ends at the trapiche, where sugar cane is pressed to make juice and local sweets. There is also a medicinal plant garden.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: Chocolate and coffee tastings, water, a bilingual guide and air-conditioned transport from selected hotels.
- Not included: Lunch.
What to bring
- Insect repellent.
- Some cash for tips or souvenirs.
Tips for a better day
- Meeting point: If you are not using hotel pickup, go to the main office in Quepos town, using Google Maps to find it.
- Come hungry for sweets: There are several tastings, but lunch is not included.
- Good for rainy days: It works well in the green season afternoons.
Who it’s best for
Best for: Food lovers, families with young children and anyone curious about Costa Rican farming traditions.
Consider another option if: You want a full day out in nature. The full-day waterfall adventure visits 5 locations.
Restrictions
The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, and small children can ride in a stroller. Infant seats and service animals are allowed.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
FAQ about Quepos Chocolate, Coffee and Sugar Cane Tour
How long is the chocolate tour?
About 2 hours.
What does the tour cover?
Chocolate making, coffee production and sugar cane pressing on a trapiche.
Are there tastings?
Yes, chocolate and coffee tastings are included.
Is lunch included?
No.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup is available from selected hotels. Check when booking.
Where is the meeting point?
The main office in Quepos town.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. It suits all fitness levels and strollers are fine.
What is café chorreado?
A traditional Costa Rican way of brewing coffee through a cloth filter.
Is there anything else to see?
Yes, a medicinal plant garden.
Can I cancel for a refund?
No. All sales are final.
