Brew, taste and tour a working Costa Rican farm minutes from Manuel Antonio. This hands-on workshop pairs roasting and brewing demos with a walk through cacao plots and medicinal plants — ideal for families and curious coffee lovers.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Morning light fattens the leaves as you step off the shuttle and into a working Costa Rican farm ten minutes from Manuel Antonio. Wet soil, the aroma of fresh roast and the chatter of birds set the stage: this is a hands-on workshop that moves from roasting to brewing, then into the small-scale cacao and medicinal-plant plots that shape local foodways.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking on farm tracks; suitable for most fitness levels and families with small children
Wildlife
History
Coffee has been a major Costa Rican export since the 1800s; small farms around Manuel Antonio blended coffee and cacao production to diversify income and preserve shade canopy.
Conservation
Many local producers favor shade-grown methods and small-batch processing to protect soil and wildlife; visitors are encouraged to follow designated paths and avoid disturbing plants and animals.
Reserve your spot on the Coffee Methods Workshop today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start hydrated
Bring a reusable water bottle; bottled water is provided but a refillable bottle reduces waste and keeps you comfortable during farm walks.
Expect short muddy patches
Closed-toe shoes handle uneven farm paths and post-rain mud better than sandals.
Sun and insect protection
Light sun protection and insect repellent make outdoor demos more enjoyable during the dry and wet seasons.
Save room for tastings
You’ll sample coffee, chocolate and sugarcane juice — pace yourself if you’re sensitive to caffeine or sugar.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet on uneven, sometimes muddy farm paths.
Light rain jacket
Useful during the wet season when showers can be sudden.
winter
Sun hat & sunscreen
Open farm areas receive direct sun—protect your skin.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stays hydrated during demonstrations and reduces single-use plastic.