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The ultimate Cocoa farm experience

Location Manta, Ecuador
$110
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The origin of Ecuadorian chocolate reveals a fascinating connection to rainforest conservation. The journey includes processing cocoa beans and creating your own chocolate bar.

  • 🍫 Visit one of the 14 plantations in Rocafuerte known for producing the highest quality cocoa beans.
  • 🌱 Learn about the conservation project initiated in 2007 by the nonprofit foundation Third Millennium Alliance.
  • 🔍 Discover how the genetic study traced cocoa trees back 5,300 years, proving their purity as 100% Nacional.
  • 📚 Understand the significance of theobromine found in pods during archaeological research conducted by Francisco Valdez.
  • 🚢 Recommended for cruise travelers seeking a unique culinary experience.
The ultimate Cocoa farm experience
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Samples of chocolate and other products
  • Hot chocolate cup
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Bananas with chocolate taste
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Soda/Pop

Meeting point
Our representatives will wear uniforms with our logo on their shirts You can also see the meeting point on the pictures that describe the tour Please approach to the one with a clipboard and ask to find you on our guests list.
Return details
Our representatives will wear uniforms with our logo on their shirts You can also see the meeting point on the pictures that describe the tour Please approach to the one with a clipboard and ask to find you on our guests list.

  • Manabi Province
    We will be visiting one of the cocoa plantations, here we will be learning about the impact that cocoa and chocolate has to the citizens of Ecuador, we will enjoy of fresh coffee, seasonal fruit juice, fruits of the surroundings, and of course cocoa fruit, we will be roasting and peeling our own cocoa beans.
  • El Higueron De Rocafuerte
    Here we will be enjoying of local lunch, we will be offering tongas, this is a local and old fashion way of making food using plantain leafs, wrapping up the meals, this technique will seal the flavor in. We will be offering also a vegetable option, since this dish can come with shrimp, pork, chicken or tuna. We will need to know if you are allergic.
  • Manta
    We will be visiting a small chocolate factory, here we will be finishing processing our craft chocolate, we will be making our version of the God's drink that was offered to Hernan Cortéz, and enjoy local bananas covered by chocolate, after this, we will be showing you the industrial process of making chocolate bars in the factory, and we will be offering you treats of these so you can try out our products.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • If you require a guide that speaks another language other than English, you will have to notify us, extra charges might be applied.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

    The ultimate Cocoa farm experience

    Location Manta, Ecuador
    $110
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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    • $10.00 fee
    • 2-5 business days
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