Quick answer: A chocolate tour in Costa Rica shows how chocolate is made from the cacao fruit and lets you taste it along the way. The Chocolate Experience at Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park near Jacó lasts 2 hours and costs $50 per person. Kids 5 and under are free, and the tour runs rain or shine except in extreme weather.
Chocolate Experience at Vista Los Sueños: key facts
| Price | $50 per person. Kids 5 years old and under free. |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Guide | Professional bilingual guide |
| Walk | About 300 meters, mostly flat. Most of the tour happens at the chocolate station. |
| What you taste | Fresh cacao fruit, chocolate paste, hot cocoa, fruit dipped in chocolate and finished chocolate samples |
| Mobility | Guests with mobility limitations can be driven directly to the chocolate station. |
| Weather | Operates rain or shine, except in extreme weather. |
| Included | Guided tour, chocolate and fruit tasting. Transportation from Jacó or the Los Sueños Resort upon request. |
| Location | Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park, minutes from Jacó Beach and Los Sueños Marina, Garabito, Puntarenas |
| Cancellation | 95% refund 24 hours or more before. Non-refundable inside 24 hours and for no-shows. |
What is a chocolate tour?
A chocolate tour shows you how chocolate is made from the start. Chocolate comes from the seeds of the cacao fruit, which grows in pods on the cacao tree. On a tour, a guide explains the plant, shows how the seeds become chocolate and lets you taste along the way. It is a slower, hands-on change of pace from ziplines and ATVs, and easy for the whole family.
What you do on our Chocolate Experience
- Short walk to the chocolate station. The trail is about 300 meters and mostly flat.
- Learn about cacao. Your guide covers the different cacao varieties and their ancestral history.
- Taste fresh cacao fruit directly from the pod.
- Make chocolate the traditional way. A guide demonstrates the artisanal process from raw cacao.
- Taste the results. You try chocolate paste, hot cocoa, fruit dipped in chocolate and finished chocolate samples.
How long does it take, and what does it cost?
The Chocolate Experience lasts 2 hours and costs $50 per person. Kids 5 years old and under join free of charge. Prices can change, so check the Chocolate Experience page for the current rate. Transportation from Jacó or the Los Sueños Resort is available upon request.
Is the chocolate tour good for kids and families?
Yes. The walk is short, there is plenty to taste and children can see how chocolate is made. Children 5 and under are free. If someone in your group has trouble walking, guests with mobility limitations can be driven directly to the chocolate station. For more ideas by age, see our family adventure guide.
What to wear and bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Closed-toe shoes (tennis shoes recommended)
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- A camera
- A valid ID for registration
Combine chocolate with something more active
- Zipline + Chocolate Experience
- Horseback Riding + Chocolate Experience
- 2 Hour ATV Adventure + Chocolate Experience
Arriving on a cruise? There is also an ATV Tour & Chocolate Experience shore excursion from Caldera and Puntarenas. Our cruise shore excursions guide has the details.
Where to buy chocolate afterward
The park has an on-site Britt Shop that sells Costa Rican coffee, chocolate and souvenirs.
Chocolate tour FAQs
How long is the chocolate tour?
The Chocolate Experience lasts 2 hours.
How much does the chocolate tour cost?
It costs $50 per person. Kids 5 years old and under join free of charge.
Will I get to eat chocolate on the tour?
Yes. You taste chocolate paste, hot cocoa, fruit dipped in chocolate and finished chocolate samples, including varieties combined with banana and tropical fruits.
How long is the walk?
The walk is about 300 meters and mostly flat. Most of the tour takes place at the chocolate station.
Can I do the chocolate tour with limited mobility?
Yes. Guests with mobility limitations can be driven directly to the chocolate station to skip most of the walk.
Does the chocolate tour run in the rain?
Yes. The activity operates rain or shine, except in extreme weather.
Is transportation included?
Transportation from Jacó or the Los Sueños Resort is included upon request.
What is the refund policy?
You get a 95% refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before the tour. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are non-refundable.
Plan the rest of your trip
Read our guide to the best things to do in Jacó to build the rest of your day.
