Minca Coffee and Cocoa Tour: Discover Colombian Plantations in the Sierra Nevada Foothills

Embark on a captivating coffee and cocoa tour in Minca, Colombia. Explore the lush plantations in the Sierra Nevada foothills and indulge in the rich flavors of Colombian coffee and cocoa.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Santa Marta - - We will start the tour from the city of Santa Marta where we will take a road that in 45min will lead us to the town of Minca.
What's Included
  • Exclusive private transportation
  • Expert bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Delicious lunch included
  • Inclusive medical insurance
Additional Information

Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta at an elevation of 700m, Minca is a quaint village known for its coffee, cocoa and honey production. Situated in one of Colombia’s most vibrant habitats, its landscape is dotted with numerous rivers, cascading waterfalls, and cool waters descending from the mountain highs. We extend an invitation to relish in the distinctive scenery of this captivating locale.

  • This tour has the same value for both adults and children.
  • Biosecurity elements must be used throughout the tour.
  • Not recommended for travelers with symptoms of Covid-19
Location
Arrecife Centro Comercial
Carrera 4
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Daydream42061555581
Aug 4, 2024
Fantastic - Tour was fantastic. Very informed and passionate guide who is a biologist and ornatologist. Stops to learn about cacao and coffee (and taste!). Great included lunch.
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Escape05584545341
Jul 6, 2024
Very good - Highly recommend. Great walk, coffee/cocoa testing, picturesque trail, fine lunch and guide. You need to be ready to walk for 2-3 hours total.
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Discover78344
May 30, 2024
Minca - Great but also lot of walking to do and I’m 69 years old and it was very challenging for me and we held the group up as we couldn’t keep pace
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Heath
Apr 4, 2024
Pretty good - This is a pretty good tour, a little expensive but it’s definitely a great experience. The transportation is kinda uncoordinated but they get it done. The chocolate experience is incredible.
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Greg_c
Mar 6, 2024
Go On This Tour - Wonderful guide. He had a ton of information on the environment as well as the history of local culture. Of course the coffee was amazing and the cacao was the best I’ve ever had. Be prepared to hike! And bring a towel for the waterfall.
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Curious06073611288
Feb 24, 2024
Fabulous minca experience - It exceeded all my expectations. We highly recommend it. Cristiano the guide, with clear explanations in English and Spanish. The lunch was very good and the coffee and caco experience was very sensory. Everything excellent.
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Faraway774004
Jan 22, 2024
Jungle beauty with natural waterfalls - Beautiful jungle landscape, waterfalls, access to restaurant upstairs. You can get there without a tour, you take a bus from Santa Marta and then a motorcycle or 4x4 until you get up and then you walk. Beautiful
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Scenic766851
Jan 13, 2024
Highly recommended! - This day trip was a highlight of our trip to Columbia! The guides had a passion and depth of knowledge which gave us an appreciation for Minca. The lunch in a treetop restaurant and a sampling of the local coffee and chocolate made it extra special.
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Snowyrats
Jan 12, 2024
Very unique experience! - This tour definitely requires some physical exertion, as you are walking quite a bit, often uphill, in the heat and humidity. If you are in moderately good shape I think you'll be fine, but if you have an injury or other physical limitation it may be very difficult. The tour is great, though, and well worth it. The first stop is a coffee farm in the jungle, and it's a very cool experience to be sipping coffee in the middle of the forest where it came from. Plus you get to see an adorable toucan. The trip to the waterfall is great and very refreshing, albeit crowded, and Jungle Joe's for lunch gives you a fantastic view over the mountains. The overall feel of the tour is informal and authentic, and doesn't feel too touristy or canned. Our guide had the personal experience of collecting coffee beans himself, and it was so interesting to hear about and appreciate where their coffee comes from. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, water and wear water shoes and something you can swim in. There's no place to change at the waterfall, so just be creative with how you dress to accomodate that.
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Edmontonjagger
Jul 12, 2024
Minca memories - This tour was very good for the price. Pick up at our hotel was appreciated. Our guides were knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The walk may be challenging for some but this was well explained and our guide always ensured our safety. It provided a broad perspective of the region, its culture, and environment. Lunch was provided and delicious.
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