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Caribeans Coffee & Chocolate

25 Meters North of Om Yoga, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 53708, Costa Rica
50688368930
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Type: Factory Tours
Owner description: Caribeans is the only bean-to-bar chocolate factory in Puerto Viejo. Tours of our factory include: all-you-can-eat gourmet chocolate, the chocolate... more » Owner description: Caribeans is the only bean-to-bar chocolate factory in Puerto Viejo. Tours of our factory include: all-you-can-eat gourmet chocolate, the chocolate forest hike, and the "see how we do it" factory tour. « less
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Stockholm, Sweden
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We had a great time at the Caribeans Coffee & Chocolate. True genuine experience including in depth knowledgeable tour guiding of fruits, forests, reptils and, of course, chocolate and chocolate production. Tasting took place on a beautiful platform with excellent sea view, and included various kinds of chocolates, herbs and a chocolate drink. The entire visit felt personal and caring.

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

You will not be disappointed by the chocolate and coffee they sell here. We did not do the tour, but stopped in to the coffee tasting room and were able to sample several varieties. One cool thing about the chocolate is that in addition to having different flavors (herb, spices, etc), they also have bars that you can buy based... More

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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I have to say that I wasn't really sure what we were getting into when my daughter suggested Paul's chocolate tour, but it was a really entertaining and educational afternoon. Do be prepared to hike and dress appropriately as you will climb up to the "farm". Paul's knowledge of cacao and the processing. of chocolate is amazing and his inventions... More

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Pukwana, SD
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013 via mobile

You will never want to eat chocolate again unless its from Costa Rica. Makes chocolate in the states taste like chemicals. I usually don't eat much chocolate but I got a bunch here! Its so yummy. I also love the fact you can order some online. I'll def keep ordering chocolate from them. I'll never eat mass produced chocolate again.... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

When we first came to the Caribbean side, we knew we wanted to do a chocolate tour. We did a little research and found some positive reviews on this tour, and decided to go. Boy am I glad! Paul was our guide and has a real passion for what he does and it shows. I would definately wear hiking shoes... More

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Saskatoon, SK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013

I didn't know much about chocolate, but all that changed with this chocolate tour... Fantastic learning experience, exceptional value for the cost... Plus the iced mochachino was perfect!!! Thanks...

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

I read a lot of positive reviews here on trip advisor about this tour but this was even better than can be desscribed in words. Paul has such a passion not only for the product but more so for the community and what the revilalization of the cocoa crop could do for the area. The tour is really part nature... More

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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

Unfortunately I couldn't do the tour, because I was there on the wrong day. I did a biking tour on the coast and very exhausted, I arrived in the chocolate bar. I just wanted to have a look, then the owner invited me to the free chocolate trying area. I tasted twenty kinds of chocolate and finally bought one. I... More

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Dover, Delaware
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Great tour by Paul the owner. We loved learning about the history of chocolate in the region. Paul was informative and reminded me a little of Shaggy from Scooby Doo, which is not a bad thing. The tour was detailed. Be warned that it is uphill for the first half and if it is hot and humid you will sweat... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012 via mobile

I can not say enough wonderful things about the tour we took today at carabeans, simply wonderful! Paul was a gracious host, has a true passion for cocoa and making the finest chocolate available. The chocolate tasting was amazing, imagine tasting different chocolates over looking the ocean with howler monkeys talking in the trees above. Definitely an experience that I... More

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