Costa Rica's Amazon, Cocoa Show & Chocolate Making

Tortuguero Canals: Explore “Costa Rica's Amazon” on a gentle cruise as your naturalist guide points out the flora and fauna. As you drift past orchids and water lilies, keep an eye out for toucans, sloths, howler and spider monkeys, crocodiles, river otters and turtles. Nature enthusiasts and chocolate lovers will relish this half-day in an ecosystem that is home to 300 birds, 57 amphibians, 111 reptiles, and 60 mammal species.

Cocoa Artisanal Show: Learn about cocoa and chocolate production from an expert who will reveal the secrets of this native plant in an interactive show. Enjoy a sample of fresh cocoa.

Tropical Garden: Take a stroll with your guide through tropical fruit trees in the garden. Keep your camera ready for colorful birds while listening to the sounds of nature.

Chocolate Tasting: Delight in a hands-on chocolate tasting led by a local artisan chocolate maker! Taste the flavors of different types of chocolate.

Shopping Time: Take the opportunity to purchase local cocoa, chocolate, and souvenirs in the gift shop, with proceeds going to local producers.

What’s Included:

• Chocolate tasting (two types of artisanal chocolate).
• Water.
• Seasonal tropical fruit.