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A group of people standing outdoors with a pavilion in the background. 1
A toucan perched on a branch surrounded by green foliage. 2
Three burlap sacks labeled 'COSTARICA COFFEE' filled with coffee beans. 3
A sloth in a dense green forest, surrounded by foliage. 4
Hands holding coffee beans. 5
By Next Experience Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is $169 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Experience one of Costa Rica's most iconic traditions with a visit to the renowned COOPEATENAS Coffee Cooperative. Learn the fascinating journey from bean to cup, discover the country's sustainable coffee culture, and enjoy a guided tasting of world-famous Costa Rican coffee. Complete your adventure with panoramic views from the Crocs Skywalk overlooking the Tárcoles River, creating the perfect combination of local culture, breathtaking scenery, and authentic Costa Rican hospitality.

Activity location

  • Coopeatenas RL
    • 3
    • Atenas, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Muelle de Cruceros Cruise port
    • Paseo de los Turistas
    • Puntarenas, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Admission to the Crocs Skywalk observation platform.
  • Inclusions
    Professional bilingual tour guide.
  • Inclusions
    Round-trip transportation from Puntarenas or Puerto Caldera Cruise Port.
  • Inclusions
    Guided coffee tasting.
  • Inclusions
    Admission to the COOPEATENAS Coffee Experience.
  • Exclusions
    Meals & Additional Beverages
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses and souvenirs.
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Cruise Ship Information: Please provide your ship’s full name, scheduled arrival time, and arrival port—Puntarenas or Puerto Caldera—when booking.
    • Meeting Time: The tour departs at 8:00 AM or approximately 30 minutes after your ship arrives in port, whichever is later. Your exact departure time will be confirmed after booking.
    • Meeting Point: Meet your guide outside the main entrance to your cruise pier. Pickup is not available inside the cruise terminal.
    • Accessibility: The standard coffee tour route is not wheelchair accessible and may not be suitable for guests with significant mobility limitations.
    • Travel Time: This six-hour excursion includes extended scenic drives between the cruise port, the Atenas coffee region, and the Tárcoles River.
    • What to Wear: Comfortable, lightweight clothing and walking shoes are recommended.
    • What to Bring: Bring sun protection, rain protection, a camera, and cash or a credit card for food, drinks, coffee, souvenirs, and other personal expenses.
    • Coffee Tasting: A guided coffee tasting is included. Please advise the team when booking if you have any relevant food allergies or dietary restrictions.
    • Wildlife: Crocodiles and other wildlife are observed in their natural habitat. Sightings and the number of animals visible cannot be guaranteed.
    • Late Arrivals & No-Shows: Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable.
    • No Port, No Pay: If your cruise ship does not call at the scheduled port, you will receive a full refund.
    • Rain or Shine: This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately.
    • Walking Requirements: The COOPEATENAS Coffee Experience involves approximately half a mile of walking and several sections of stairs within the processing facilities.

Activity itinerary

Coopeatenas RL

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Puntarenas or Puerto Caldera through Costa Rica’s rolling countryside to COOPEATENAS, a coffee cooperative representing more than 1,300 local producers. Step into the world behind Costa Rica’s famous coffee as you explore the growing areas and processing facilities. Follow each stage from cultivation and hand-selection to processing and roasting, learn how sustainable practices support local farming families, and discover what gives the coffee of Atenas its distinctive character. Finish with a guided tasting that brings the entire journey together, followed by time to browse freshly roasted coffee and local products at the onsite shop.

Tarcoles

  • 1h
Continue to the Crocs Skywalk overlooking the wild banks of the Tárcoles River. From the elevated observation platform, watch for American crocodiles resting below while taking in panoramic views of the river and surrounding tropical vegetation. Capture photos, browse Costa Rican handicrafts, or purchase a snack or refreshing drink before returning to Puntarenas or Puerto Caldera.

Location

Activity location

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    Coopeatenas RL
    • 3
    • Atenas, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Muelle de Cruceros Cruise port
    • Paseo de los Turistas
    • Puntarenas, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

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