Arenal Volcano Rainforest Chocolate Tour: Discovering Ancient Secrets of Chocolate from La Fortuna

Embark on a sweet adventure in the rainforest of La Fortuna, as you discover the ancient secrets of chocolate. Indulge in a hands-on program and learn about the history, culture, and traditions of this delectable treat.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rainforest Chocolate Tour - Often referred to as a divine offering, the cacao tree held significant importance in ancient societies. Not only was it consumed during rituals, but its beans also served as a form of money due to their value in various Mesoamerican regions, including Costa Rica.
    During this immersive 2-hour experience, you will gain…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Local taxes
  • Food tasting
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation
Additional Information

Overlooking the grandeur of the Arenal Volcano, immerse yourself in the delightful exploration of the rainforest, unveiling the age-old mysteries of chocolate - from its origins and usage in tropical America, to the development of the delicacy we relish today. This interactive program allows you to consume unlimited amounts of chocolate. Embark on this…

Location
Rainforest Chocolate Tour
La Fortuna - Catarata Río Fortuna
1 km sur del redondel de La Fortuna y 1 km oeste carretera a la Catarata La Fortuna. Frente a Cabinas la Catarata
Cancellation Policy

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

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Lva2006
Sep 19, 2025
A must do - Very entertaining, we learned a lot about the cocoa process and history, also participate in the process and taste cocoa in its different stages.
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Andrea_g
Aug 30, 2025
For real chocolate lovers - You get to do lots of tasting of 100% cocoa chocolate which can be bitter. It was really informative and our guide was super fun.
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Aislinn_g
Aug 15, 2025
Would Recommend! - Great experience! Our tour guide, Keilor was very informative and entertaining. We learned a lot about the process of producing chocolate and got to taste along the way!
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Studer_daniel
Aug 1, 2025
Very Interesting and Funny - We were there today and it was incredibly funny and super interesting. Chocolate was produced there itself. Lastly, we were able to create the chocolate ourselves with small spoons and eat it straight. I can recommend the tour to anyone!
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Aliorr71
Aug 1, 2025
Chocolate tour - Fabulous experience- learnt a lot of about chocolate but in a fun way. Tasted lots of versions of chocolate. Our group was small and so everyone got to take part on the activities. Our guide was excellent and fun.
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Alvinfigueroa0170
Jul 28, 2025
A Truly Unforgettable Chocolate Tour Experience with Yaritza! 🍫🌿 - From start to finish, Yaritza made our chocolate tour an extraordinary experience! Her knowledge was nothing short of impressive—she explained every part of the chocolate-making process in incredible detail, making it both educational and fascinating. You could tell she genuinely loves what she does. Yaritza was super helpful, incredibly sweet, and so kind throughout the entire tour. She went above and beyond by showing us a sloth in the trees and fascinating leaf-cutting ants in action—an unexpected and magical bonus to the day! And the chocolate tasting? Absolutely out of this world! We got to explore hundreds of possible flavor combinations, and each one felt like a brand-new experience. Whether you’re a chocolate lover or just curious about the process, this tour is a must—and Yaritza is the perfect guide to lead it. 10/10 recommend. Thank you, Yaritza, for an unforgettable day!
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Magalyo630
Jul 28, 2025
Experience - Super good experience with Yaritza and Gexel. They both explained and took the time to answer any questions we had. The tour is beautiful! Thank you.
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651phillipad
Jul 15, 2025
Great and engaging tour! - My 7 yr old and I took this a tour with Gexel. She was warm, congenial and informative. The tour is very interactive. We got to be hands on with the process of making chocolate from opening a ripe cacao to grinding the roasted seed to adding sugar and tasting! Of course it rained but we were partly sheltered and it added to the rainforest experience. We loved it!!!
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Angela_k
Jul 5, 2025
Kids said this was the... - Kids said this was the best part of la Fortuna! Of course we all loved eating as much chocolate as we could, but we also learned a lot and were thoroughly entertained by Keyllor and Tom! Thank you for a fantastic experience.
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Stephanie
Jul 19, 2025
Not super engaging - The tour was pretty basic. Based on the description we expected a more hands on experience. Our guide was knowledgeable, but not super captivating or engaging. Our kids got bored several times and it did seem to lag in moments. It was a nice little tour, but not our favorite stop in La Fortuna.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).