Educational Activities
Coffee Tour at Mi Cafecito
Established in 1969, Mi Cafecito is a haven for a farming collective comprising 140 small coffee growers. Their process is both organic and fair trade, and your tour contributes to supporting the local farming community. Immerse yourself in the rich history of gourmet Costa Rican coffee production and the efforts of local cooperatives to harvest high-quality Arábica coffee. You'll gain insights into the entire growth process and witness the collective's production as you tour the plantation and mill, observing how coffee is processed from seed to cup during this festive season.
Beyond the world of coffee, delve into the region's abundant biodiversity with a walk through pristine virgin forest, offering breathtaking views of the Sarapiquí. Celebrate Christmas and New Year with us, reserve your tour now!
Christmas Chocolate Tour at Tirimbina Center
Embark on a festive journey across the region's longest hanging bridge and through forested trails to reach a traditional cacao plantation in the lush Tirimbina biological reserve. Learn about the local processes for cultivating the rich cacao plant and witness how the fruit transforms into the mouthwatering chocolate we all know and love during this holiday season.
Tirimbina is not just a wildlife reserve but also a research facility and education center dedicated to conserving the biodiversity of Costa Rica. Every tour's proceeds contribute to environmental education programs for local primary school students and research projects within the preserve. As you walk through the reserve to reach the cacao plantation, keep your eyes peeled for birds, monkeys, reptiles, and the cacao-loving Agouti. Celebrate Christmas and New Year with us, reserve your tour now!
Educational Activities
Pineapple Tour at Organic Paradise
Join the expert guides of Paraíso Orgánico on a delightful tractor ride through the family-owned 33-hectare pineapple plantation. During this festive 2-hour tour, discover the secrets of growing organic pineapples and the eco-friendly practices employed by Paraíso Orgánico to protect the environment, all while bringing you some of the world’s juiciest and sweetest pineapples in this holiday season.
Explore different fields with pineapples at various stages of their growth process and learn about how the operation cultivates and harvests fresh pineapples and juice. Celebrate Christmas and New Year with us, reserve your tour now!