Artisan coffee tour: from bean to brew
Step into the heart of Costa Rica’s coffee tradition with this unique, hands-on experience. Located in a rural highland village, this family-run ‘el cafetal’ (coffee farm) invites you to immerse yourself in the world of organic, small-scale coffee farming, which is deeply rooted in sustainability and heritage.
Harvest with your hands!
Start your day by walking through the coffee trees, guided by the farmers themselves. Learn to identify perfectly ripe cherries, then pick them into woven baskets slung over your shoulder, just as local families have done for generations.
Eat like a local!
Afterwards, relax in the shade of a giant tree and enjoy a homemade casado lunch in the heart of the coffee plantation. This traditional Costa Rican meal, lovingly wrapped in banana leaves, is served with fresh juice and warm conversation in the open air.
Roast and grind the traditional way!
Discover how the beans are washed, sun-dried, roasted and ground using traditional tools and techniques passed down through the generations. Have a go at stone grinding and connect with the rhythm of this ancient process through sight, sound and touch.
Taste the difference!
Finally, enjoy the coffee you helped to create: rich, aromatic and full of meaning. This is more than just a tour: it’s a shared ritual, a story in every cup and a deep connection to the people and land behind Costa Rica’s most iconic export.
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