EXPERIENCE
Cacao Tour — From Cacao Bean to Colombian Chocolate
With our partner Sandra Velásquez
Visit the home of Sandra Velásquez and her husband, a family with generations of experience working with cacao. Discover their craft, learn about the history of cacao, and participate in the traditional process of transforming cacao beans into chocolate — all while enjoying beautiful views from their home.
$70 USDper person
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WhenSaturday, October 24 · 10:00 AM
Group10 spots left
What you'll do
- 01Welcome to the Family HomeExplore the property, discover the tools used to produce their artisanal cacao products under the Sandra Velásquez brand, and enjoy the surrounding views.
- 02The Story of CacaoHear the couple share the history of cacao and their family's connection to this tradition.
- 03Discover the Cacao FruitSee and learn about fresh cacao pods brought from the farm, including the beans inside.
- 04From Fresh Fruit to Dried BeansTaste cacao samples and discover how the beans are fermented, dried, and prepared for further processing.
- 05Hands-On Chocolate MakingLearn how cacao beans are manually ground into a paste, then try operating the equipment yourselves.
- 06Traditional Colombian Hot ChocolateDiscover how Colombians have traditionally prepared hot chocolate for generations, then enjoy a freshly prepared cup while taking in the views of the city.
- 07A Small SouvenirTake home a special keepsake to remember the experience.
Request a spot
Groups stay small on purpose. Send your details and we'll come back within 24 hours with the meeting point and how to pay.