La Esmeralda Cacao Plantation and Chocolate Factory Tour
Learn everything you need to know about the world-class chocolate produced in the Dominican Republic during this 3.5-hour tour. Visit an organic cacao plantation and learn about the island's ecosystem and what makes it perfect for growing cacao. Enter the La Esmerelda Chocolate Factory to see the steps necessary to make a high-quality chocolate bar and make one of your own. Participate in a chocolate tasting with a chocolate expert who will teach you how to experience chocolate with all of your senses. Be seated for a delicious buffet lunch accompanied by, of course, a cup of rich hot chocolate.
Highlights
- ✓Learn about the Dominican Republic's chocolate industry through a visit to a cacao plantation and chocolate factory
- ✓See how cacao plants are grown on the organic plantation and how bars are made in the factory
- ✓Taste different types of chocolate with an expert chocolate guide
- ✓Sit down for a traditional Dominican buffet-style lunch accompanied by a cup of hot chocolate
What you'll see & do
- ✓With your local cacao expert and guide you will learn about each one of the steps in processing high-quality cacao. First you will learn about the sowing process and how to sow your own cacao plant. From there you will learn about the harvesting process, which includes cutting and extraction of the grains in a cacao pod. Finally, you will learn about the post-harvest process including fermentation and drying. You will also learn about the Dominican Republic ecosystem and how it produces perfect conditions for growing fine cacao which evolves into the best quality chocolate. After that, you will enter La Esmeralda Chocolate Factory, where you will discover each of the steps in creating a chocolate bar. You’ll also be able to make your own chocolate!
What's included
- ✓Cup of Local Hot Chocolate
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Transportation if chosen
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Dress code is smart- no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers)
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
La Esmeralda Cacao Plantation and Chocolate Factory Tour
Learn everything you need to know about the world-class chocolate produced in the Dominican Republic during this 3.5-hour tour. Visit an organic cacao plantation and learn about the island's ecosystem and what makes it perfect for growing cacao. Enter the La Esmerelda Chocolate Factory to see the steps necessary to make a high-quality chocolate bar and make one of your own. Participate in a chocolate tasting with a chocolate expert who will teach you how to experience chocolate with all of your senses. Be seated for a delicious buffet lunch accompanied by, of course, a cup of rich hot chocolate.
Highlights
- ✓Learn about the Dominican Republic's chocolate industry through a visit to a cacao plantation and chocolate factory
- ✓See how cacao plants are grown on the organic plantation and how bars are made in the factory
- ✓Taste different types of chocolate with an expert chocolate guide
- ✓Sit down for a traditional Dominican buffet-style lunch accompanied by a cup of hot chocolate
What you'll see & do
- ✓With your local cacao expert and guide you will learn about each one of the steps in processing high-quality cacao. First you will learn about the sowing process and how to sow your own cacao plant. From there you will learn about the harvesting process, which includes cutting and extraction of the grains in a cacao pod. Finally, you will learn about the post-harvest process including fermentation and drying. You will also learn about the Dominican Republic ecosystem and how it produces perfect conditions for growing fine cacao which evolves into the best quality chocolate. After that, you will enter La Esmeralda Chocolate Factory, where you will discover each of the steps in creating a chocolate bar. You’ll also be able to make your own chocolate!
What's included
- ✓Cup of Local Hot Chocolate
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Transportation if chosen
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Dress code is smart- no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers)
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.