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Cacao Farm & Chocolate tasting with a visit to Jubones desert

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Experience the contrast between the green highlands, dry desert, and the dense tropical area. Discover the flavors, aromas and taste of the Ecuadorian Cacao know as one of the best in the world. You will experience a chocolate tasting as well.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tour Guide/Driver
  • Home made lunch with local family
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Gratuities
  • Farm entrance fee $10 each
Departure Point

Coronel Guillermo Tálbot 8-70, Cuenca, Ecuador San Sebastian plaza on the corner of Bolivar st and Coronel Talbot st

If the hotel is not listed, please send us a message with the address after booking and we will pick you up there.

Traveler pickup
  • Cuenca Airport, Cuenca, Ecuador
Return Details

Coronel Guillermo Tálbot 8-70, Cuenca, Ecuador San Sebastian plaza on the corner of Bolivar st and Coronel Talbot st

  • Jubones River, Ecuador
    Departing from Cuenca, after an 85km scenic drive through the high Andes and the Yunguilla Valley, we will reach the Jubones, this is a unique desert with an oasis crossed by a river where locals grow different kinds of crops. We will have the chance to explore this very interesting geological formation which are the deposits of giant volcanic eruptions that occurred 25 million years ago. For those who like biking, it's possible to add this activity for an extra cost. We will ride our bikes on a dirt road with very little traffic and beautiful views. We will cover a distance of 4 km, 75% of the ride will be down the hill but not steep (180 meters of altitude loss). Anybody with very basic riding experience can do it.
    45 minutes
  • Pasaje, Pasaje, Ecuador
    We will continue driving for about 35 km to the Hacienda La Cortadera. We will immerse ourselves in a tropical farm experience. The family will welcome us with a delicious fresh homemade lunch. Ever tasted the pulp of fresh cacao beans? You will learn and experience hands-on cacao harvest and the process of craft chocolate making, from the tree to a delicious cup of hot chocolate all alongside a professional tour guide that will explain and teach you about the history of cacao. We will also have a chocolate tasting experience. Before we head back to Cuenca it's possible to relax in the pool or stroll along the trails of the farm where you will be able to spot some tropical birds and taste a wide variety of the hacienda fruits and products.
    120 minutes
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Jim S
26 Feb 2025
A unique experience, complete with visit to a farm owned by a lovely local couple. Our guide Wilson was attentive, personable, and knowledgeable. The dogs greeting us were overly friendly, but they soon settled down. Not to be overlooked was the remarkable scenery through the desert and highlands. This is a must see for anyone who wants to experience rural Ecuador!
I8343AMcherylb
27 Jun 2024
Cuenca Tours, especially Javier, we're THE BEST at arranging every detail of our Galapagoes tour and Cocoa tour. They also set up a wonderful private tour to Cuenca at a last minute request. 10 stars!!
Mark R
26 Oct 2019
We lucked out by booking on the last day but ended up getting paired with Javier who was wonderful to spend the day with. He was not only a great English speaker he was very knowledgeable for our random questions along the way (given you are in the car for a bit there was plenty of time for discussion about Ecuador and its culture). The visit to the cocoa was farm was great as we were able to walk through the farm and then see the process of roasting the cocoa and then making our own hot chocolate (which was quite delicious). Finally even though it was already getting later in the day, Javier took us on a quick tour of Cajas National park which at our behest included a small amount of hiking. We would 100% recommend Javier and this tour to anyone looking to visit a cocoa farm to get a full experience.
This tour in Cuenca is organized by Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator

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