Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience in Medellín, Colombia
Medellín, Colombia

Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience

Outty Ranking 79 5.0 · 118 traveler reviews8.5 hoursFrom $200
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79/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 118 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience worth booking?

Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience is a 8.5-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $200 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 118 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
79 / 100
Rating
5/5 (118)
Duration
8.5 hours
From
$200 per person

This is the perfect tour for you if you love off-the-beaten-path destinations, breathtaking sceneries and being surrounded by nature. Learn about the origin of two of the most consumed drinks in the world: coffee and chocolate. During this tour you get to visit two different non-touristy farms, one of cacao and one of coffee, only 1 hour away from Medellin and close to each other so you spend most of the time enjoying and learning about the artisanal process of both products. Taking this tour you learn and participate in all the steps from planting the seeds to packaging. Then you have the chance to customize your chocolate and buying premium quality coffee and chocolate products. To complement this experience we provide a delicious traditional lunch (included) served in the farm that you eat as you contemplate the stunning views. But definetly the best of this tour is interacting with the warmest farmers in their houses. Book this amazing tour, you will never regret!

What you get

    About this experience

    This is the perfect tour for you if you love off-the-beaten-path destinations, breathtaking sceneries and being surrounded by nature. Learn about the origin of two of the most consumed drinks in the world: coffee and chocolate. During this tour you get to visit two different non-touristy farms, one of cacao and one of coffee, only 1 hour away from Medellin and close to each other so you spend most of the time enjoying and learning about the artisanal process of both products. Taking this tour you learn and participate in all the steps from planting the seeds to packaging. Then you have the chance to customize your chocolate and buying premium quality coffee and chocolate products. To complement this experience we provide a delicious traditional lunch (included) served in the farm that you eat as you contemplate the stunning views. But definetly the best of this tour is interacting with the warmest farmers in their houses. Book this amazing tour, you will never regret!

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Entrance fees
    • Lunch
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Private Bilingual Guide
    • Pick up and drop off at your place in El Poblado or Laureles

    Not included

    • Breakfast

    What you'll see and do

    1. Your day begins right at your doorstep as we pick you up and head north of Medellín—just an hour away—through breathtaking landscapes. Upon arrival, we're greeted by cacao farmers. We leave our vehicle at the cacao farm and begin a scenic 800-foot (approx. 250 meters) uphill hike to the coffee farm. Since there’s no road access, the trail can be steep, but we’ll take our time to enjoy the spectacular views. The hike takes about 10–15 minutes ascending and 8–10 minutes descending. As the trail is natural terrain, we recommend wearing trekking boots or shoes with good grip, especially if the ground is wet. At the coffee farm, the hosts welcome us with a cup of premium Colombian coffee. A coffee expert then provides a detailed introduction to Colombia’s rich coffee culture. We’ll then head to the plantation, where you’ll pick beans by hand and learn how to depulp, ferment, and dry them using traditional artisanal methods.

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    2. After brewing coffee using two traditional methods, we enjoy a delicious regional lunch with a stunning view and fresh farm-made lemonade. This is one of the most authentic and traditional meals of our region—rarely found in restaurants and truly exceptional. After lunch, there’s an opportunity to purchase freshly roasted coffee, if you’d like to take some home. With full hearts and full stomachs, we say goodbye to our coffee farmer hosts and begin our short walk to the next experience: the cacao farm. We begin with a deep dive into the world of chocolate, covering essential topics such as: - The global history and production of chocolate. - How to maintain a healthy cacao plantation - Common cacao pests and sustainable control methods. By the end of this introduction, you'll have enough knowledge to consider starting your own cacao farm! Step 1: Harvesting Cacao Stroll through the plantation and explore cacao plants in their natural environment, alongside other local crops.

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    3. Step 2: Fermenting & Drying Back at the farm, we open the cacao pods to extract the sweet, raw seeds—which you can taste. These are placed in wooden boxes to ferment for six days, then dried in a solar greenhouse ("marquesina") Drying takes 5–10 days. Step 3: Roasting & Grinding We roast the beans over a wood fire giving the chocolate a subtle smoky flavor. After cooling, we remove the husks with our own nails and grind the beans until they melt from the heat of friction. Step 4: Crafting Your Chocolate Now for the fun part: you’ll mix your freshly ground chocolate with ingredients we provide like powdered milk, vanilla, green pepper, salt, lemon zest, or ginger—whatever inspires you. Once your chocolate creation is ready, we mold it and place it in the fridge to set. This is a unique farming tour where you experience real non-touristy farms where we grow and process the chocolate and coffee beans to produce premium quality products.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    MedellinDayTrips

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • There is a 800 ft steep hike in the nature, we can stop as much as you want/need to catch the breath and appreciate the stunning views but please be aware of this hike before you book.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 118 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Physical effort

    2 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    118 verified traveler reviews for Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    biancah289 · September 2026

    Local Coffee and Cacao Farm Visit

    We had the opportunity to do the coffee and chocolate farm tour with Sara. It was so easy to have medellinDay trips book in the website! The day before they contacted us to give us details of who was our guide. The guide arrived at our hotel to pick us up and we traveled to the local farm. Be warned that when they say hike, it really is 20-25min hike UPHILL incline for about 700ft to get to the top of the coffee farm! José at the farm greeted us with homemade limeade and Sara walked through a very detail process of how Colombian coffee is harvested and made. Jose then gave us baskets to pick our own beans! We got to see it go through the machine and we made some cold press and cold brew coffee. Note: if you want to purchase any of the local coffee bring pesos! After our coffeee experience we hiked back down for a banana wrapped traditional Colombian lunch that was very filling! Then we had a quick tour of the coffee flowers and trees before we got to open cacao, grind and make our own chocolate bars. This was definitely a local farm experience with a lot of passion for what they do here. We appreciated Sara passion and historical knowledge and expertise! I would definitely recommend this for smaller groups and those that can make the hike up to the top of the mountain!

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    ALEXANDRA_R · September 2026

    Coffee and chocolate farm tour

    Enjoyed every moment of it : great balance of walking , history, action and exploring the nature . Sarah is super energetic and passionate about Colombia . The ride is smooth , (will not make you car sick), and you will get to know the hardworking farm family , pick coffee and chocolate beans and then make your own coffee and chocolate , have a hearty meal and come back energized.

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    lisapG826US · August 2026

    Wonderful tour and guide

    The Medellin coffee and chocolate tour exceeded our expectations and Sara was an exceptional guide. We loved learning about the process of harvesting the coffee beans and cacao fruits and participating in the process of making our own chocolate bars. Sara was so very knowledgeable about the farms, the production processes, the city of Medellin and surrounding areas. We could tell she had a warm relationship with the farmers. We had such a lovely day with Sara and the farmers.

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    tonyh277 · August 2026

    Great Chocolate & Coffee Tour

    Wonderful tour experience! Sara was a great tour guide, she explained everything well and was great to spend time with. This is the only tour that offers a combination of coffee and chocolate, and I'm glad we got to see both. It is a bit of a hike to reach the coffee farm, but we took it at an easy pace and were able to make it (just keep that in mind if an uphill hike may be challenging for anyone in your group). Highly recommend!

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    rishiniw · August 2026

    Unique experience

    Such a great and unique experience! Alejandro, our guide, was excellent—so knowledgeable, friendly, and was alsp genuinely interested in learning about the little island we’re originally from. Sharing our experiences of growing up in tropical countries made the day feel even more special. We loved being able to experience and get involved in every step of the coffee and chocolate-making process. It was such a hands-on and authentic experience, and that’s what made it truly unique. Thank you, Alejandro, for an excellent day and for making the experience so memorable! ❤️ Love Rishini and Sach

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    Good to know

    Duration
    8.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $200 to $386
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    41
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by MedellinDayTrips, who run 16 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.6 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

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    Why this scores 79

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
    Review evidence (18% weight)65
    Booking momentum (14% weight)60
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)62
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.

    How much does Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience cost?

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    Prices start at $200 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Medellín usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience take?

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    Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Medellín is not rushed.

    Is Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 118 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Medellín, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience?

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    Around 41 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Medellín can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Medellín and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Medellín within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Medellín?

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    On Outty we rank every Medellín experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch, Half Day Bike Tour in Medellin - Local snack, Coffee or Beer, Guided Tour of Comuna 13 Medellín with Snacks Included. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Medellín?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Medellín?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience?

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    Included: Private transportation; Entrance fees; Lunch; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Private Bilingual Guide. Not included: Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 391 listed pickup locations in and around Medellín. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Coffee & Chocolate Private Tour in Medellin: Genuine Experience?

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    Across 118 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

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