Private Half-Day Coffee Tour at Family Farm Close to Medellín!
Description
Experience the rich tradition of Colombian coffee-making without the hassle of long drives. Our tour takes you to a family-owned farm just outside of Medellín, nestled amidst picturesque coffee plantations and surrounded by lush tropical fruits and the majestic Andes mountains. In additional, we specialize in delivering exclusive tours, ensuring we provide a truly exceptional and memorable experience to our customers, all of our tours would include private transportation, local and bilingual guide. We avoid large group tours for a better and more personalized experience, where you have the freedom to ask any questions and customize the tour according to your preferences. You'll learn every step of the coffee-making process, from picking the cherries to roasting the beans. This tour is the perfect option for those who want to experience the true essence of Colombian coffee.
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Itinerary
1) After picking you up at the Airbnb/Hotel on a comfortable and private transportation, we'll head to the south of Medellín towards the beautiful countryside, just 20 minutes away from the city, we'll get to see a different perspective, absorbing the vibrant and vivid life around Medellín. 2) Soon we'll arrive to a gorgeous little coffee family farm, immersed in natural beauty, full of a diverse of crops, where we'll live an authentic coffee experience that will take you through the entire process of coffee-making, from the coffee plant to the cup. Surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Antioquia, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the art and science of coffee-making. From picking the cherries to roasting the beans, you'll learn about the complexity, hard work and dedication that goes into producing a simple cup of coffee.
3) You'll learn everything about the wonderful world of coffee! In Colombia, coffee is not just a drink, it's a cultural heritage and a source of pride. We'll guide you through the fascinating journey of coffee, from the moment it's picked to the point where it reaches your cup. But we'll also try several preparations methods to discover the different flavors and notes created within the coffee, using the same amount of water and same amount of coffee beans, just by changing the method. Amazing!! This is the process we will see: PICKING: The journey begins when coffee pickers carefully select only the ripest coffee cherries. These cherries have a deep, rich red color, indicating that they are ready to be harvested. DEPULPING: Once the cherries are picked, they need to be processed to extract the coffee beans. This is where the depulping stage comes in. The cherries are fed into a machine that removes the outer skin and flesh, revealing the precious coffee beans inside. Next...
FERMENTING: After the coffee cherries have been depulped, they go through a process called fermentation. This step is essential for enhancing the flavors of the coffee beans. The depulped beans, still coated with some of the fruit's pulp, are placed in fermentation tanks or barrels. Enzymes naturally present in the fruit's pulp work their magic, breaking down any remaining mucilage and adding complexity to the coffee's flavor profile. It's like marinating the beans in a special sauce, allowing them to develop their unique taste characteristics. WASHING: After fermenting our chosen time, the coffee beans still have some sticky residue on them, called mucilage. To get rid of this, the beans are washed thoroughly with water. This helps to clean and prepare them for the next steps. It's like giving the beans a refreshing shower to ensure they're squeaky clean.
DRYING: Now it's time for the coffee beans to dry out. They are spread out in thin layers on large patios or raised beds to soak up the warm sun. As they dry, the beans gradually lose their moisture content and develop their unique flavors. THRESING: Once the beans are dry, they are ready for the threshing process. This involves removing the outer parchment layer that protects the beans. Machines or traditional methods are used to separate the beans from the parchment. ROASTING: Ah, the final and most exciting step! The green coffee beans are carefully roasted to perfection. This is where the magic happens, as the beans undergo a transformation and release their incredible aromas and flavors. Roasting is an art that requires precise temperature control and expertise. The beans turn from green to brown, and their flavors develop depending on the roast level. It's like toasting a marshmallow over a campfire, witnessing its color change and savoring the delicious result.
And there you have it! From the moment the coffee cherries are picked to the point where they are transformed into the fragrant beans we know and love, the journey is filled with care, craftsmanship, and passion. So, next time you sip a cup of Colombian coffee, remember the intricate process behind it and savor every sip of this remarkable beverage.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
*Recomended to take long pants for the walk around the farm through the coffee plantations
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(108)
We were greeted with a warm welcome from our tour guide Carlos who picked us up from our accommodation. Throughout the drive to the coffee plantation he gave us a running commentary of the area and the history and pointed out significant landmarks along the way. A great start to our private tour outside Medellín and easy to understand as his English is excellent. The area where the plantation was, was very narrow and steep and felt very safe with Carlos driving. The tour was a real education for both of us as we learn a lot about the processing of coffee from planting, picking and all the different processes it goes through to reach its flavour and of course all the tastings, were amazing - so knowledgeable and informative. The snack at the end with the coffee was delicious and for me gluten free. A great way to finish an amazing experience. We were also able to buy some organic coffee there which has true meaning after picking the coffee amongst the plantation!
Our family of six had a spectacular time visiting this farm with Carlos as our guide. In addition to being a walking encyclopedia on the topic of coffee, he knows Medellin and was able to help us better understand the city as he drove us to and from the farm. The experience of better understanding coffee - from seed to processing to tasting - exceeded all of our expectations. Every step of this tour was given with exquisite thoughtfulness and care. I think part of that comes from doing it again and again and having had the chance to perfect it, but for us we felt like the first and favorite customers ever - not a hint of being part of a touristy grind. Carlos and Juan Pablo, who assisted Carlos once we got the farm, seemed truly enthusiastic to share their passion for Colombian coffee with us. Also, this farm is in a breathtakingly beautiful location. I don't think any of us will ever look at or taste coffee the same way again. Be sure to bring plenty of cash so you can buy their products (which they never pushed, we inquired and bought) as well as to tip. We left this tour high on coffee and life. Truly a highpoint of our trip. Thank you Carlos, Juan Pablo, and all at the farm!
Juan Carlos took exceptional care of our family and patiently answered all our questions. We had a wonderful time learning about the coffee process at this family run coffee farm.
This was such a special experience! After multiple coffee-oriented tours across the globe, this was the most in-depth and interactive we've been on by far. From the planting, to the harvesting, to the drying, to the roasting, to the packaging and all the little details in between - we left with a wealth of knowledge no other tour had ever provided us. It was so cool to actually participate in so many of these steps hands-on, and the coffee tasting of the different brewing methods was fascinating! Our guide Carlos was amazing and such an amazing addition to our day on the farm. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Medellin!
This coffee tour was THE BEST! Partly due to our great tour guide Juan Carlos and partly due to the farm owner. I cannot express what great experience this was. Because we had time after and Juan Carlos was flexible, we added a tour of the community 13. I wouldn't do this on my own as it is very crowded and too much and having a guide made it digestible. We also went on the cable car... again having a guide to point out the interesting details was the way to go. The mass transit system was very clean and very safe. This might have been the best tour in Medellín.
My brother and I went on the half day tour with our guide Carlos. It was a great experience in which we learned different brewing methods, the hisory of coffee and the production of the coffee bean process. The scenery was beautifull and the farm was run by a very friendly and warm family. Carlos was a great guide who accompanied us during the entire process and made it an unforgetable experience.
Excellent experience. Fantastic guide who is very knowledgeable and friendly. The owners are a very warm family. An excellent way to learn about the coffee process.
This coffee tour was an amazing experience just outside Medellín. The farm is beautiful, and Juan Carlos explained not only the coffee-making process but also shared insights about the city and culture. I really enjoyed the demonstrations, the farm and processing tour, and the delicious snack of banana with cheese and guava jam. The owner’s family was so welcoming and made the whole visit feel personal and relaxed. A perfect mix of learning, scenery, and hospitality — highly recommend!
This coffee tour was an amazing experience just outside Medellín. The farm is beautiful, and Juan Carlos explained not only the coffee-making process but also shared insights about the city and culture. I really enjoyed the demonstrations, the farm and processing tour, and the delicious snack of banana with cheese and guava jam. The owner’s family was so welcoming and made the whole visit feel personal and relaxed. A perfect mix of learning, scenery, and hospitality — highly recommend!
I did the coffee tour with Carlos last month and it was such a unique way to spend our morning in Medellin! He toured us around the coffee field where we got to learn about how to pick the right beans, and he showed us the entire process from bean to bag. We got to sample different brewing methods of the same coffee to see how the taste changes from different forms of heat and contact, and he even made us some snacks to enjoy between brews. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area and want to learn more about Colombian coffee!
