Coffee Plantation Half-Day
Overview
Discover the journey from bean to cup at a working coffee plantation in the Central Valley. Includes tasting of premium Costa Rican coffees.
Day-by-day Itinerary
Short 45-min drive to a working coffee finca in the Central Valley highlands.
Walk among coffee trees. Learn about varieties (Caturra, Catuaí, Geisha) and growing conditions.
See cherries hand-picked, depulped, fermented and washed (live demo in season).
African beds, sun-drying, and roasting demonstration.
Professional cupping with 4 coffees: light, medium, dark + a premium microlot.
Back at hotel by 14:00 with take-home coffee samples.
✅ What's Included
- Private transport
- Certified forest therapy guide
- Herbal tea & snacks
- Bottled water
❌ Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
🎒 What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Light jacket
- Water bottle
- Open mind
Frequently Asked Questions
Is harvest season different?
Harvest Oct-Feb. Outside, demo uses preserved cherries but process explanation is identical.
Can I buy coffee?
Yes, the finca has a shop. Wholesale prices vs San José tourist shops.
Worth it if I don't drink coffee?
Yes — it is about Costa Rican culture and agriculture. 15% of visitors don't drink coffee.
Kid-friendly?
Very — hands-on activities, animals at the finca, kids love the roasting demo.
Decaf or cold brew?
Cupping includes one cold brew variant. Decaf rarely produced in CR.
🔄 Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48h before the tour. 50% refund within 24-48h. No refund for same-day cancellations.
