Chocolate Tour & Exfoliation in Beautiful River!

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Duration:6 hours to 7 hours (approx.)
Location: Medellín, Colombia

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In this amazing experience you’ll immerse into the fascinating world of chocolate, but also treat yourself to a refreshing cocoa butter exfoliation, ending up with a natural massage at a waterfal!!

Start by exploring a beautiful cacao farm and learning the intricate process of how chocolate is made from start to finish. Then, chill by a crystal-clear river and enjoy a natural spa treatment with the cocoa butter we made at the farm, leaving your skin feeling smooth and rejuvenated!

Don’t miss out on this awesome mix of fun and relaxation!

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1) After the pick up at your Airbnb/Hotel on a comfortable and private transportation, we'll head to the east region of Medellín towards the beautiful countryside, where we'll see a great variety of landscapes, farms and little towns on the road, after a 60 minutes drive away from the city we'll have our first stop to stretch, go to the bathroom and absorb the extraordinary scenery around us, at the famous "Mirador de Cocorná". The "Mirador de Cocorná" is a traditional restaurant with a scenic viewpoint at the highest part of the mountain, allowing us to asimilate the magnificense of the Andes Mountain Range in all of its glory, It's located near the typical town of Cocorná, and it's an obligatory stop for anyone that passes by.
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2) Soon we'll arrive to a gorgeous local family Cacao farm, immersed in natural beauty, full of a diverse of crops, flowers and plants, where we'll live an authentic Cacao experience that will take you through the entire process of making chocolate, from the Cacao tree to the drink and chocolate bar! Surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Antioquia, you'll understand the art and science of Cacao and it's incredible history. From picking the fruit to roasting the Cacao Nibs, we'll see first hand the complexity and dedication that goes into producing a simple cup of chocolate. This is the process we will see: 1. Cacao Cultivation These trees thrive in tropical climates, not higher than 1500 meters, producing cacao pods that are the starting point of chocolate, that are this fascinating and unique oval shaped fruits of all colors. You'll see the different stages of growth and learn about the importance of the environment in cultivating high-quality cacao beans.
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2. Harvesting the Pods Next, we'll witness the harvesting process. Farmers carefully handpick the ripe cacao pods, that are ready once they have a good size and bright color, which are then opened to reveal the cacao beans hidden inside a sweet, sticky and delicious pulp. Then is hanged upside down for a few hours, so gravity pulls the pulp down to earth and leaves the beans barely with any meat. 3. Fermentation The freshly harvested beans are then placed in shallow wooden boxes, barrils or covered with banana leaves to ferment for 5-6 days. This critical stage develops the beans' flavor and color, affecting the quality and taste of the final chocolate. 4. Drying the Beans After fermentation, the beans are spread out under the sun to dry, covered in a plastic bag creating a type of green house effect. This process usually takes several days depending on the sun, ensuring the beans reach the proper moisture content.
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5. Roasting Once the beans are dry, they are roasted to bring out their rich, mysterious and complex flavors. The roasting time and temperature vary depending on the desired flavor profile. On the tour, you'll see the roasting process in action and perhaps sample some freshly roasted beans!! 6. Winnowing Roasted beans are then cracked and winnowed, which separates the cacao nibs from the husks. The nibs are the purest form of cacao and are the essential ingredient in making chocolate. You'll get to see how machinery or traditional methods are used to perform this separation, it's simply amazing and magical. 7. Grinding The cacao nibs are ground into a thick paste known as chocolate liquor or cocoa mass. This step usually involves heavy machinery that crushes the nibs, but we'll use a very traditional and resourceful method, releasing their natural ingredients (cocoa butter) and transforming them into a smooth, liquid form, which we will use to exfoliate after in the river!!
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8. Conching The chocolate liquor is then refined through a process called conching, where it is continuously mixed and aerated at controlled temperatures. This step can last from several hours to several days, depending on the desired smoothness and flavor, impacting the final product's texture and taste. 9. Tempering To achieve the perfect snap and glossy finish, the chocolate is tempered. This involves carefully cooling and reheating the chocolate to stabilize the cocoa butter crystals. You'll observe the precise techniques used to temper chocolate and perhaps try your hand at it! 10. Molding and Packaging Finally, the tempered chocolate is poured into molds to create bars, truffles, or other delicious shapes. After cooling and hardening, the chocolate is ready to be packaged. We'll make and package our own chocolate bar and take it home as souvenir!!
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After our enriching cacao experience at the farm, we'll head to a stunning, crystal-clear river with a small waterfall. Here, we'll use the cocoa butter we made earlier for an exfoliating session, we'll spread it all over our body to slough off dead skin cells, moisturize and rejuvenate our skin, and we'll finish with a great natural massage inside the waterfall. This natural treat will leave you feeling refreshed and literally glowing!!

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Posted By : marianacH4557VG
Our family booked this chocolate tour, and it was one of the best parts of our trip in Colombia! The kids loved learning about how chocolate is made and even got to make their own. The breakfast and lunch provided were delicious and gave us a taste of local cuisine. The river exfoliation was the perfect way to end the day and perfect for the kids to swim and play. We all felt so refreshed! The scenery was breathtaking, and our guide Diego made sure everyone had a great time. Highly recommend this tour for families and chocolate enthusiasts alike! Thanks so much guys!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 17:27:54

Posted By : Dreamer48563816773
What a fantastic day! The chocolate tour at the countryside exceeded all our expectations. The breakfast and lunch were delightful, featuring fresh, local ingredients. Watching and participating in the chocolate-making process was both informative and fun, what a magical process. We had a short walk around the farm learning about the different plants and how they help cure different sickness and deseases, extremely helpful since I believe plants are the true medicine. The real treat was the exfoliation at the beautiful river, perfect temperature and clear waters – such a unique and relaxing experience. The scenery was stunning, and our guide Laura were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, we feel we have a new friend in Colombia! This tour is a must do for everyone, completely recommended!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 15:35:01

Posted By : sebasti_nb41
We had an absolutely fantastic time on the chocolate tour outside of Medellín! From the moment we arrived at the cacao farm, the guides were friendly and knowledgeable, walking us through every step of the chocolate-making process. Starting the day with a delicious traditional breakfast set the perfect tone. The highlight was definitely getting hands-on with the cacao pods and seeing how they transform into chocolate. After a tasty lunch, we headed to a stunning river for an exfoliation with the cocoa butter we made earlier. My skin felt amazing afterward! This tour is a must-do for chocolate lovers and anyone looking for a unique experience and immersive experience.
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 14:28:25

Posted By : juan p
As chocolate enthusiasts, my friends and I were thrilled with our cacao tour experience. Our guide, Laura, was both passionate and bilingual, providing an immersive educational experience. We visited a traditional cacao farm hidden at the lush green Andean mountains with incredible surroundings, the hands-on process and learning about the every process was enlightening. The highlights were tasting freshly brewed chocolate while overlooking at the stunning nature, the breakfast and lunch were extremely fresh and delicious, and the exfoliation at the river with a natural massage at the waterfall was like a dream, all the detailed explanations about the growing process and local culture made this experience incredibly informative and memorable. This tour deepened much more our appreciation for Colombian Cacao - that became the best in the world - and its complex and magical journey from nib to cup, very very recommended!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-11 13:06:55

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