Costa Rican Chocolate, Culture and Canal Tour

Excursion Highlights:
  • Dive into the world of chocolate at Cacao Trails Tayku, learning the art of chocolate-making from a family with over 100 years of experience.
  • Uncover the history and culture of the Bri Bri and Cabecar Indians at U SULE, learning about traditional practices and medicinal plants.
  • Visit an Organic Banana Farm and explore the rich wildlife, including vocal howler monkeys and shy armadillos, in a lush paradise.
  • Enjoy a serene boat ride on the Tortuguero Canal, surrounded by diverse wildlife, including birds, sloths, and monkeys.
  • Experience the chocolate legacy and natural wonders of Costa Rica on a tour filled with rich flavors, culture, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Price: $155.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Culinary
Shore Excursion Duration 6 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided A light snack and bottled water are included.
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled closed-toe walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also suggested.
Restrictions Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated, however, motorized wheelchairs and scooters are not permitted.

Costa Rican Chocolate, Culture and Canal Tour

Chocolate enthusiasts and nature lovers alike will absolutely adore this Chocolate Lovers Tour! Learn the secrets of chocolate making, visit an organic banana farm, and hear the thunderous call of a Howler monkey.

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive along the Caribbean coast, where our knowledgeable guide will entertain you with local stories and interesting facts. At Cacao Trails Tayku, you will visit the cocoa plantations and dive into the magical process of chocolate-making, a craft perfected by a local family for more than 100 years. Experience the transformation of the humble cocoa bean into luxurious chocolate, taste the pure flavors, and get involved in a chocolate-making workshop at the Cocoa Museum.

Explore the history of the region's indigenous people at U SULE, the traditional conical ranch of the Bri Bri and Cabecar Indians, learning about their traditional practices and the medicinal plants of the area. On the trail, keep an eye out for the rich wildlife, including the vocal howler monkeys and the shy armadillos, nestled in this lush paradise. Broaden your agricultural horizons with a visit to an Organic Banana Farm and take a moment to reflect at the monument commemorating the historic Punta Riel train station.

The tour's pinnacle is a peaceful boat ride on the Tortuguero Canal, an amazing ecosystem where you're surrounded by a tapestry of diverse wildlife. Keep an eye out for birds, sloths, and the elusive monkeys.

As we conclude the tour, we will take you back to the pier, ensuring you leave with lasting memories and a deep appreciation for Costa Rica's chocolate legacy and its generous natural world. Don't miss out on this unique experience - book your spot on our Chocolate Lovers Tour today.