Rainforest Chocolate Tour from La Fortuna
Highlights
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Discover the local history and culture of chocolate
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at chocolate production
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Make and enjoy a traditional ancestral hot chocolate
Summary
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Chocoholics, history buffs, and xenophiles alike are bound to enjoy the Rainforest Chocolate Tour. Discover the ancient history of the sacred cacao tree and how its seeds were used in ceremonial rituals and later as currency in Costa Rica. See how the seeds are used to make the rich flavors we love today with a hands-on demonstration. Throughout the experience, treat yourself to as much organic chocolate as you like.
What’s included?
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Local taxes -
Food tasting -
Professional guide -
Entry/Admission - Rainforest Chocolate Tour -
Gratuities
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Transportation
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 2h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Audio system available to contribute with social distancing.
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Rainforest Chocolate Tour The sweetest rainforest experience With the view of the majestic Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna of San Carlos, enjoy the sweetest rainforest experience, discovering the ancient secrets of chocolate: from its discovery and use, in tropical America, to the processing of the product we know and enjoy today.Considered as "a gift of the Gods", the cacao tree was very important to the ancient culture, it 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.In this 2-hour “hands on” program, you will have the opportunity to learn interesting aspects of cocoa and chocolate, from its origin and history, participating in all the production process, from the harvesting of the fruit, drying and grinding of the seed, also the developing of the traditional drink of our ancestors, and of course enjoying a high quality organic chocolate.Enjoy this journey through the history, culture, traditions and the flavor.
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