Cacao Road Excursion : plantations, processes, tasting and more
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About the Activity
You journey will start in the north of the island, with few short stops (roça Agostinho Neto, roça Bela Vista, Blue Lagoon) before reaching the roça Diogo Vaz. whre you will start learning about cocoa prodiction. You will discover how cocoa is cultivated, and taste fresh cocoa beans (depending on availability). Then you will visit the transformation center, where beans are collected, fermented, dried and then bagged for exportation. Then you may enjoy a coffee break with chocolate tasting in the newly renovated colonial house. After lunch (few options to be discussed before departure), you will enjoy sightseeing in the Northern area (Santa Catarina Tunnel, infinity road..) and go back to the Capital for a guided tasting with world famous chocolate maker Claudio Corallo (Usually at 16h30). Once achieved, we will gently give you a ride to your hotel.7 hours to 9 hours
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Pickup offered
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Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Visit of Cocoa Transformation Processes
Food and drink : Alcoholic Beverages
Food and drink : Lunch. You may chose between : traditional food at Roça Monte Forte, Giant crabs at Santola, or excellent food at Mucumbli Ecoldge.. tell us in advance if you want to prebook.
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Sao Tome and Principe
Cocoa Transformation Processes
You will discover how the fresh gum is transformed into dried beans, the first step prior to making chocolate.
According to the season and availability of cocoa producer, we may do this visit either at Roça Francisco Cabral, or CECAB Cooperative or at Roça Diogo Vaz45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- For departure outside São Tomé city, please inform us. Depending on distance from the capital and from the excursion route, extra charge may apply. If you are not staying at a renown hotel, we appreciate that you send us a GPS location for the pick up.
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Chinese Simplified
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketThe ticket is only for confirmation of booking. In any case, our team will enter in contact with you at your arrival in São Tomé and provide all complementary information that will be useful to improve your experience with us ! Nota : the lunch at Diogo Vaz plantation must be booked in advance and confirmed by the Diogo Vaz staff. Nota2 : Claudio Corallo factory may be fully booked. We recommend you send your reservation as early as possible as to ensure the availability of the visit.Cancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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