Colombia · DESSERT TOURS
The 15 best dessert tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
Cartagena rum and chocolate tasting in Getsemaní: eight aged Colombian rums, Bolivar cocoa pairings, local snacks, and stories in 1h45.
“We had a private tasting with Alejandra and she was warm, funny, knowledgeable and likeable. It was one of the best experiences we've had in Cartagena.”
At Lunático in Cartagena: taste 8 Colombian rums with chocolate, learn rum history, and mix a cocktail on a terrace with castle views.
“It was very good experience. Adrian zour rumelier was really friendly and knowledgeable. We tried 10 different rums. Some of them were really great. Great choice of chocolate also. I would make it 2 full hrs BCS the experience felt bit rushed. Drinking in such a fast speed is not pleasant”
A private 6-hour cacao farm tour from Medellin, with pickup, hands-on pod picking, fermentation and roasting lessons, and tasting plus a made-by-you bar.
“Great cocoa experience. The farm is stunning and Sandra and her family were very friendly and kind. Laura, the tour guide, does a great job sharing Medellin history and the chocolate process. She is very friendly and a joy to be around. Excellent adventure!”
Eco-hike in Minca combines a coffee tour, waterfall time, and a cacao workshop where you make your own chocolate bar from $64.
“👍Nelcy Olivera the tour Operator was Great we had wonderful time in Minca Colombia 🇨🇴 love ❤️ It I will Recommend to My Friends 👏”
Medellín cacao workshop where you roast, grind, taste 4 to 5 cacao preparations, and temper your own chocolate bar to take home.
“Making my own chocolate was a delight. The teacher was patient and informed and friendly! I recommend those to everybody that I see now”
Cartagena: Lunático boutique rum and chocolate tasting with 8 to 10 Colombian rums, chocolate pairings, and cocktail making in 2 hours.
“Our rum tasting was the perfect first night in Cartagena! The location had amazing views of the old fort, and the tasting space was cool, clean, and modern. Our tasting guide was incredible fun, lively, and knowledgeable. He walked us through all types of various Colombian rums, explained them and their significance, and paired them perfectly with Colombian chocolates. At the end, we got to make our own cocktails and enjoy them while the host gave us great advice on our trip in Cartagena! We would absolutely recommend to anybody looking for a fun evening! TIP: eat beforehand, there’s a decent amount of rum!”
Private Medellín coffee and chocolate farm tour with hands-on bean picking, cacao processing, lunch, and hotel pickup.
“My friend and I booked this private tour and immediately I knew it would be a great experience the moment Sara picked us up from our hotel! She is such a sweet, smart, knowledgeable guide, and we learned so much about the country on our drive to the coffee and chocolate farms outside of the city in the mountains. The 2 farms were so amazing with beautiful views of the mountainside and valley, and SO many stunning flowers and plants. The experience at both of the local farm owners was unique, leaning and doing the process that they do daily to produce the coffee and chocolates. Both farms had the…”
Small-group cacao farm tour near Medellín: pick pods, roast, make custom chocolate, and taste cocoa products in 6 to 7 hours.
“Very informative and authentic down home country farm. The owners were very friendly, and showed all fruit trees, coffee plants, and three different chocolate varieties. Also, the farm was picturesque with many different flowers. Of course, you could not ask for a better guide.”
Guided Comuna 13 street art tour in Medellín with spray painting, electric escalators, and an ice-cream stop for $12.
“We recently took a walking tour with Diego in Columa 13, and it was great! The pace was perfect, and Diego’s knowledge made the tour both fun and informative. We really enjoyed learning about the area’s history and culture. It was a great experience for us as and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a guided tour of Columa 13. Thanks, Diego!”
A 2-hour Bogotá coffee and chocolate tasting with two specialty roasts, a cacao sampler, hotel pickup, and a small-group guide named Lina.
“We booked this tour during a weekday and to our surprise we are the only 2 in this workshop. Lina greeted us with a big smile and she just gives such a welcoming vibe that we know this tour is gonna be great. Lina shared her knowledge on the history of coffee and chocolate with us and throughout the tour we get to experience the amazing coffee & chocolate tasting and appreciate each of the different notes. Definitely recommend to anyone who wants to understand more about Colombian coffee and chocolate culture.”
A 6-hour cacao farm day trip from Medellín with hands-on chocolate making, fruit tastings, and views over the Colombian countryside near Barbosa.
“Amazing experience!!! Impresive with the farm, kindness of people and wonderful process and products.”
Taste 4 or 5 Colombian rums with expert pairing to local chocolate in a 1-hour small group at Cartagena’s Lunático.
“I loved the pairing of chocolate with rum and experiencing how the the rum transformed with it. Great explanations! Great vibes!”
Private Cartagena rum and chocolate tasting at El Arsenal. Eight paired Colombian rums, artisanal cocoa, and savory bites in 2 hours.
Bean to bar cocoa workshop in Bolívar, Colombia. Make bonbons, truffles, or bars, then taste 40% to 100% chocolate with a passionate guide.
“Great indoor activity when the weather is not cooperating! It ended up being a private class with full access to the local chocolate production area (although no one was actively working on Sunday). It was nice that some steps of the chocolate-making process were completed ahead of time.”
Medellín cacao farm day with chocolate making, breakfast and lunch, cocoa-butter exfoliation, and a waterfall massage in Antioquia.
“An absolutely incredible experience. Both of our guides were amazing, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a memorable time.”
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