The Chocolate Forest Experience!
Cacao has deep roots in the history of the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Now for the first time, gourmet bean-to-bar chocolate is being made right here in Puerto Viejo, Limon, Costa Rica. Our project is a sustainable permaculture farm where local cacao experts are working to restore the cacao and the forest garden in a balanced ecological and sustainable way. Tour guests will experience a guided hike through our cacao forest while learning of the history and science of chocolate.
Tour guests will also experience a chocolate tasting of several chocolates of single origin from small farms in Costa Rica. Guest will take a taste tour through the history of chocolate from an Aztec ceremonial drink to fine European style chocolate bars mixed with locally grown spices and herbs.
Finally guests will tour the Chocolate Creation Lab where they get to "see how we do it!" Smell the aromas and taste the transformation from raw cocoa bean to fine tempered chocolate.
Tennis Shoes or hiking shoes recommended...flip flops allowed but may be less comfortable.
Remember, CariBeans also makes great bean-to-bar chocolate in our small chocolate factory. Tour guests will have a chance to buy our special reserve hand made chocolate direct from our warehouse at discount prices.
Important Note: CariBeans will be temporarily closed from May 19 to May 30. (Last tours before we close: May 18. First tours when we re-open: June 1.)
REGULAR TOURS (No reservations required for these times.)
PRICE: $28 USD/person
TIMES:
Monday @ 10 am
Tuesday @ 10 am & 2 pm
Thursday @ 10 am & 2 pm
Friday @ 2 pm
Saturday @ 2 pm
PRIVATE TOURS
Private tours must be arranged and confirmed at least 3 days in advance. A 50% non refundable deposit is needed to secure a private tour. We do not do tours on Sundays (store and factory are closed Sundays).
Call 8341-2034 or email pvjeanne@gmail.com for arrangements.
PRICE: $32 USD/person ; minimum 4 paying guests ($128 USD)
Directions to The Chocolate Forest Experience: 1.6 k south east of Puerto Viejo on the main road, jungle side. Beach Break Playa Cocles. Caribeans Chocolate Tasting Lounge next to Tasty Waves! Your chocolate forest guide will meet you to begin your experience!
Tour guests will also experience a chocolate tasting of several chocolates of single origin from small farms in Costa Rica. Guest will take a taste tour through the history of chocolate from an Aztec ceremonial drink to fine European style chocolate bars mixed with locally grown spices and herbs.
Finally guests will tour the Chocolate Creation Lab where they get to "see how we do it!" Smell the aromas and taste the transformation from raw cocoa bean to fine tempered chocolate.
Tennis Shoes or hiking shoes recommended...flip flops allowed but may be less comfortable.
Remember, CariBeans also makes great bean-to-bar chocolate in our small chocolate factory. Tour guests will have a chance to buy our special reserve hand made chocolate direct from our warehouse at discount prices.
Important Note: CariBeans will be temporarily closed from May 19 to May 30. (Last tours before we close: May 18. First tours when we re-open: June 1.)
REGULAR TOURS (No reservations required for these times.)
PRICE: $28 USD/person
TIMES:
Monday @ 10 am
Tuesday @ 10 am & 2 pm
Thursday @ 10 am & 2 pm
Friday @ 2 pm
Saturday @ 2 pm
PRIVATE TOURS
Private tours must be arranged and confirmed at least 3 days in advance. A 50% non refundable deposit is needed to secure a private tour. We do not do tours on Sundays (store and factory are closed Sundays).
Call 8341-2034 or email pvjeanne@gmail.com for arrangements.
PRICE: $32 USD/person ; minimum 4 paying guests ($128 USD)
Directions to The Chocolate Forest Experience: 1.6 k south east of Puerto Viejo on the main road, jungle side. Beach Break Playa Cocles. Caribeans Chocolate Tasting Lounge next to Tasty Waves! Your chocolate forest guide will meet you to begin your experience!
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