Traditional Colombian Coffee tour from Salento

Activities

Salento, Colombia

Free Cancellation

Language: English , Spanish

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 3 Hours

Instant Confirmation

Guided Tour

e-Voucher

Group Tour

Do this because

You can discover the Colombian coffee on a traditional tour

A classic 4x4 off-road vehicle will take you to a local coffee farm

You'll learn about the origins and production stages of coffee at the farm

Your experience includes participating in traditional practices like harvesting, pulping and roasting

You can witness the transformation of the humble bean into a delightful cup of coffee

What to expect

Embark on a traditional tour from Salento that plunges you into the heart of the Colombian coffee belt. This journey offers an immersive experience into the intriguing world of Colombian coffee.Your day begins in the charming main park of Salento. From this point, you'll head towards a local coffee farm to delve into the authentic world of Colombian coffee. Your mode of transport will be a classic 4x4 off-road vehicle, fondly known as "yipao", by locals. This vehicle has been a trusted companion of regional coffee growers since its arrival in Colombia in 1946.Upon reaching the farm, you'll receive an enlightening introduction about the origins of coffee. This will lead you to uncover the story behind each bean and understand how this region has become a global leader in producing top-notch coffee. You'll embark on a comprehensive tour of the plantation, discovering various stages of coffee production - from planting to preparation. You'll gain firsthand knowledge about traditional practices by participating in the harvesting, pulping, drying, threshing, roasting, and grinding processes.Each season offers a distinctive and insightful experience about the transformation of the humble bean into the delightful cup of coffee that is universally enjoyed. This one-hour journey provides an intensive yet thorough experience for those wishing to explore a Salento coffee farm, experiencing the production process firsthand and savouring the essence of the Colombian coffee tradition.

What's included

Guided tour

Roundtrip transportation

Health/travel insurance

What's not included

Food and drinks

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Extra fees

What to remember

Know in advance:

This activity runs also with rain

All travellers have medical insurance, to process it you must provide a copy of your identity document or passport

The schedule for the tour is from 9am to 4pm, your shift will be assigned according to the availability of the coffee farm, if you prefer a particular time slot (morning shift or afternoon shift) let the local operator know, and they will do everything possible to confirm your visit in your preferred time slot

During the high season, it is possible that the 4x4 transportation service may be affected by the number of travellers in the area, so in order to guarantee a good service, it is possible that the transportation may be modified to a duster van

Provider

Tangol Tours SRL

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins

Where

Church of Our Lady of Carmen, Salento, Quindío, Colombia

Meeting point:

Meet your transport at the main Square of Salento, by the steps of the Church of Our Lady of Carmen. Remember that this is a group activity, you should arrive on time at the meeting point.