Cocoa Farmer Experience Near Medellin: Learn Traditional Chocolate Making

Immerse yourself in the traditional chocolate-making process on a cocoa farm near Medellin. Learn from farmers, pick, peel, ferment, roast, grind, and taste your own chocolate creations.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Medellin - We’ll begin our excursion by collecting you from your accommodation in a cozy vehicle equipped with air conditioning, embarking on a 60-minute journey to the cacao plantation.
  • Copacabana - During this adventure, we’ll explore a quaint, family-owned cacao farm. You’ll engage with the local cultivators and observe the complete…
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Fruits from the farm
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This journey offers a firsthand encounter with farming life, maintained through age-old traditions by the residents of a quaint town just an hour away from the city. When you visit this family-run cocoa farm, you’ll gain deep insights into the cocoa production process and see how they grow other goods such as coffee, avocado, yuca, and a variety of…

Location
Medellin
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Denise9019
May 21, 2025
Wonderful and unique experience with a fantastic guide in a fantastic finca - Wonderful experience! Visiting this small finca near Medellín was an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Oscar, was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, making the journey both educational and enjoyable. The family who runs the farm welcomed us with open arms. We had the unique opportunity to participate in every step of the chocolate-making process and crafting our own chocolate bars. The farm's serene setting and the family's warmth made this tour a highlight of our trip. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an authentic and immersive experience.
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Excursion21749433088
Apr 28, 2025
Fantastic way you experience and taste every step of making chocolate from RAW cocoa pod to Chocolate. - Our chocolate-making tour with Oscar was an incredibly insightful and delightful experience. From the very start, the journey was filled with engaging activities, beginning with a scenic ride and immersive trips among the towering trees. One of the highlights was cracking open fresh cocoa pods, giving us a genuine, hands-on feel for the process. Tasting cocoa at every stage of its transformation—from raw beans to fermented, and finally to baked—was a truly fascinating journey for the senses. We even had the chance to create our very own chocolate, customizing it with an array of extra spices and ingredients to suit our tastes. Adding to the charm, there was an option to purchase some of the exquisite chocolates crafted by the family on the farm—each bite reflecting their passion and expertise. The atmosphere was warm and homey, with the comforting aroma of coffee in the air and the delightful sounds of birds chirping nearby as we relaxed on the veranda. It was an unforgettable experience that blended learning, creativity, and the simple joys of nature.
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Mathieu_d
Apr 19, 2025
Magnificent, best... - Magnificent, best experience so far in colombia. We really appreciate our experience as a family. I would recommend
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Dy157
Mar 31, 2025
Highly recommend! - We've taken many tours around the world, and this was truly one of the best! It felt like an authentic experience rather than a typical tourist attraction. The family on the farm was incredibly kind and welcoming—we felt like we were visiting close relatives. We learned so much about the chocolate-making process and loved sampling the delicious treats along the way. The farm itself sits atop a mountain with beautiful views, making the experience even more special. Our guide, Yuly, had such a wonderful personality, making the tour both comfortable and enjoyable. I highly recommend it!
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Dan_w
Mar 10, 2025
Coco - Very informative. Our guide was incredible! We learned souch from your guide and the family farm. Fantastic tour!
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A9492irfredericg
Mar 8, 2025
An eye-opener experience! - I had never realized that making chocolate (as in good, dark, organic chocolate) could be 1/ so hard, 2/ so much fun, 3/ so rewarding. The tour organizers are top-notch: knowledgeable and interesting. Efren’s finca –with its gorgeous vistas over the valley– is a welcomed refuge from Medellín’s hurly burly, just 90 minutes away. Highly recommended.
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Thomas_m
Mar 7, 2025
Medellin Chocolate Tour - This is one of the best tours we have ever done! Oscar was great and the family farm we went to was such a great experience. We highly recommend it!
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H7140bpthomasm
Mar 7, 2025
A Great Day in Medellin! - We had an amazing time! This tour was the highlight of our trip so far! Oscar is the man. We would recommend this tour to anyone!
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Juliemo5576bx
Feb 28, 2025
An unforgettable chocolate experience - Oscar made the journey to our destination very interesting because he told us many things about Medellin. Our hosts at the chocolate farm were welcoming and it was clear there was a good bond between them and Oscar. We were shown the cacao on the trees,then we picked some and tasted them . Sandra and Oscar showed us the process of making our individual chocolate bars from beginning to end . We had chocolate to drink with bread and cheese whilst overlooking the amazing views. A great experience .
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I6028wvjanem
Feb 28, 2025
Charming adventure - We had a splendid day being driven to the chocolate farm. Not having to stress over traffic was a big plus. The tour was enjoyable. The driver, the host, and the guide were all delightful.
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From $60
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).