Medellin: Visit Gustavo's traditional coffee farm 1d

Where : Medellín

Tomplanmytrip connects you with this local expert for a coffee tour on a traditional farm.

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1 Day

French, Spanish, English

Deposit required. Free cancellation +72h before visit.

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Coffee from field to cup

Discover this black gold's production and processing stages on a traditional farm.

When you visit this traditional finca (farm), you will learn everything you need to know about coffee. Gustavo and his family will show you all the stages required to make a good cup of coffee. This farm is also a beautiful natural area where the coffee trees mingle with the local flora and fauna. Finish the day in style with a coffee tasting, an opportunity to share a last moment of conviviality with your hosts.

Roadmap

1 Day

8.00am Departure from Medellin by private car to the coffee finca (1h30)
~9.30am-3.30pm Discover all the secrets of coffee
5.00pm Back in Medellin

What to expect

Coffee from field to cup

Hop in your private transport and head south of Medellin to a town steeped in coffee culture.

After a 1.5-hour drive, Gustavo and his family will welcome you to their traditional farm and offer you a tasting of a local specialty.

After this gourmet welcome, start your walk through the plantations. Fortunately, this finca has preserved its biodiversity, and the coffee trees grow in a diverse flora.

Immerse yourself in the coffee-making process, from picking the fruit to roasting, washing, fermenting, and drying.

After a good traditional lunch, it's time for a coffee tasting. Open up your senses and discover the difference between good and bad coffee. Savour the aromas of this black gold before heading back to Medellin.

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Important information

Prices are for up to 4 people. If the number of people increases, the price per person decreases.
The price includes an English-speaking guide.
The finca is located in the heart of the countryside, about 1,5 hours from Medellin.
The tour starts in Medellin and returns to Medellin.
The coffee plantation and the property are visited on foot, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear.
Protect yourself from the sun and bring insect repellent or long sleeves to walk around the plantation.
Book 2-3 days in advance to guarantee availability.
Prices are for a private package. You can join a group for better rates. If you are interested in this option, please request it in advance.

What's included

English-speaking guide.
Private transport to and from Medellin-Finca-Medellin.
Welcome snack.
Visit of a coffee farm to discover the plantations and the transformation process from field to cup.
Walk through the property's natural reserve of bamboo, waterfalls, and birdwatching.
Lunch with a local.
Coffee tasting workshop.

Options to confirm with your expert

Prices:

Prices are subject to the options chosen, the number of people, and exchange rate fluctuations.
Prices are indicative and should be confirmed with your expert.

Choose a private or shared tour:

The prices on the page correspond to a private tour.
Shared tour: the agency may try to add you to a group to reduce costs. Depending on availability and the number of travelers.

Our review

Why choose this option:

A complete coffee experience on a traditional farm.
Totally artisanal production that respects the environment.
This is not a monoculture; the coffee trees grow in the middle of trees and plants, which is not always the case.
Having explanations in English about the coffee production and manufacturing process.
Meet a lovely family who will show you their daily routine.
The coffee-tasting workshop is always a pleasant and warm moment of exchange.

What may disappoint:

The travel and the price may discourage some, but the place is so pleasant and authentic that it's well worth the visit.

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Medellin: Visit Gustavo's traditional coffee farm 1d

Tomplanmytrip connects you with this local expert for a coffee tour on a traditional farm.

Coffee from field to cup

Discover this black gold's production and processing stages on a traditional farm.

Roadmap

What to expect

Must know