? Full Description

Your journey begins with a guided walk through Don Olivo’s lush cacao plantation, where you’ll learn about the history and cultural importance of cacao in Costa Rica. Your guide explains every step of the chocolate-making process — from harvesting the cacao pods to fermenting, drying, grinding, and creating delicious artisan chocolate.

As you explore the farm, you’ll sample an impressive selection of tropical fruits grown on site, as well as aromatic spices used in local cuisine. The tour also includes tastings of freshly brewed coffee and handcrafted chocolate. With its family-run atmosphere and personal storytelling, the experience offers an authentic connection to local farming traditions.

✅ What’s Included

• Guided chocolate-making tour
  
  

• Fruit tasting (over 37 varieties)
  
  

• Chocolate tasting
  
  

• Coffee tasting
  
  

• Educational explanations about cacao and spices
  
  

? What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
  
  

• Water bottle
  
  

• Camera or smartphone
  
  

• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
  
  

❤️ Why Travelers Love It

Visitors love this tour for its personal, family-oriented experience and its educational value. The guides are known for being friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about cacao cultivation. Guests especially enjoy the generous tastings of fruits, chocolate, and coffee, making the tour both fun and flavorful. The easy, accessible walking paths also make it suitable for all ages.