Discover, Learn and Support, Cafe de Guanacaste!
A beautiful coffee community of small farmers, part of the uniques Blue Zone areas of the World, according to the National Geographic, located in the isolated Nicoya Peninsula.
̈` Where the world's healthiest people Live¨.
Let's learn, live and taste, the entire process of Costa Rican coffee from their real protagonist, The farmers, their family, the local co-op and the community
Exploring Guanacaste's Cultural and Natural Heritage"
Our journey takes us across the south of Guanacaste, the Nicoya Peninsula, the blue zone area of Costa Rica, the territory of Chorotegas Indigenous, Guanacaste Pre-Colombian ancestors.
Driving by Matambu the indigenous reserve of Chorotegas, get to understand their history and their legacy to the region.
While we continue ascending enjoy the ride, check the transitional rainforest valleys of Hojancha, enjoy the fresh and pure air, beautiful ocean views and wildlife diversity.
Farm Visit and Coffee Plantation Hike
First stop, the farmer's house, down to earth, and surround with an exuberant garden and a humble wooden house, meet and greet, his lovely family.
Enjoy a fresh, simple and healthy Costa Rican breakfast, this family has prepared for you with love. Farm to table.
Now get ready for a 35m hike, at this point we are going to the coffee plantation, to discover and learn the coffee growing and harvesting process, their farm agricultural diversification and how climate change impacts the agriculture and the world while walking surround with a diversity of flora and fauna, waterfalls and ocean views. Please take a pause, breathe pure air and upload yourself with good energy.
Coopepilangosta Coffee Experience
To continue Coopepilangosta, awaits us, a local cooperative and home of the small coffee producers of the area, founded in 1962. Here we will learn the different coffee processes, classification, dry methods, storage and export of the local coffee as well as some the most important roasting facts.
Train your palate! Open your senses to new aromas, flavors, and taste of Cafe de Guanacaste. This will be a great opportunity to bring coffee home and support the community. A part of your purchase will be allocated local social projects and also to benefit the producers, their families, and their community.
The day cannot be over without lunch, you will enjoy traditional homemade dishes just prepared by the hands of another Costa Rican family. Delight yourself with the local and magical Flavours to live longer, happier and healthier!
Details
Closing hour
Dates: Every Tuesday & Thursday
Departure: 7:00 a.m. Please request your meeting point.
Return: Aprox 6:00 pm
Prices
Price: US $125
Children 6 to 12 : US$ 60
How to be prepared for the tour:
Wear comfortable walking shoes, comfortable and light clothes, bring plenty of hydration, sunscreen eco-friendly if possible, hat, cash for extras, camera and a good attitude.
Price includes all the above-mentioned activities, Breakfast, lunch, coffee tasting, a/c transportation, and a specialized coffee guide.
Small groups: Min 4 pers max 12pers. Larger groups please contact us.
Private tours also available upon request.
Testimonials
Great Coffee Tour
We had a marvelous day exploring the coffee farm and processing in the blue zone. This was a full day leaving Coco and traveling to the mountains near Hojancha
Exceptional tour!
Loved, loved, loved every minute of this wonderful tour: the beautiful coffee plantation, the delicious breakfast with the owners family, visiting the coffee co-op, and the many interesting stops along the way
Chery Lann
So fun!
Is an AMAZING tour guide. She knows so much about the Guanacaste region, coffee, sugar cane and the local people. We had a blast and recommend this tour to anyone.
Kassie
Blue Zone a MUST
The coffee tours are very informative. Our guide knows a lot about the coffee industry, culture and history of Costa Rica. She goes out of her way to make sure you have a wonderful experience.