This was such a unique and delightful experience! It changed the way we view and drink coffee forever in the best way possible. Definitly a must try!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Take home your own coffee bag creation!
Excludes
- We offer a degustation menu after the tour if interested of Panamanian fusion cuisine where coffee is the main star ingredient. Please requested it upon reservation. The cost is $25 per person
- Bus Fare
- Private Transportation ($10 per person)
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Bus: There are two buses to the area. A "Bajo Mono - El Bajo bus" (dark blue) and a "Horqueta- El Bajo" Bus (white) bus. You tell the driver to stop at: PARADA LA TINA DE RUIZ. Taxi: La Tina Stop There is also private transportation
Return
- Bus: There are two buses to the area. A "Bajo Mono - El Bajo bus" (dark blue) and a "Horqueta- El Bajo" Bus (white) bus. You tell the driver to stop at: PARADA LA TINA DE RUIZ. Taxi: La Tina Stop There is also private transportation
Itinerary
Indulge in a transformative journey at the Tao of Cafe, where every sip is a lesson in tradition and connection. Dive deep into the essence of coffee as you embark on a hands-on experience like no other. Feel the earth beneath your feet as you harvest ripe beans, immerse yourself in the art of planting, and Engage your senses as you witness the beans transform through drying and toasting, unlocking their rich flavors and aromas. Under the guidance of a local coffee family, brew your own cup using traditional techniques passed down through generations. But this experience is more than just about coffee—it's a gateway to the soul of Panamanian culture. As you work, absorb the wisdom of old teachings, weaving a tapestry of tradition and modernity. Feel the rhythm of life in every step of the process, from plant to cup. With each sip, savor not just the taste, but the stories and heritage encapsulated within. Escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary at Tao of Cafe, where the journey of coffee becomes a journey of self-discovery.
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Reviews
What a great experience! It was very personal and informative.
Absolutely incredible and personal experience! Not only did we get a beautiful history of the farm but we were able to participate in every single aspect of the coffee making process- picking the beans, drying them, processing them, roasting them, grinding them and finally trying them! And being able to take home the actual beans we processed was such a unique souvenir. Marilyn and the entire family are passionate about their work and make you part of the family! Our favorite experience during our time in Panama
We really enjoyed this tour and give it 4.5 stars. Marilyn, the hostess, was very friendly and fun. We had a short experience of picking the coffee cherries and learning how they ferment. Then we took off the outer shells to reveal the coffee beans, and then we shook them to get rid of the chaff. The best part was cooking the beans until they were ready to be coffee beans! We enjoyed learning about the indigenous people and one suggestion we have is to less time talking about the personalities of each visitor (from the viewpoint of the ancient indigenous people) and more time talking about the history of coffee in general. But overall, it was an informative and enjoyable day! Thank you!
This is a very hands-on and immersive coffee experience, very different than a typical coffee at a farm. You explore the farm, actively collect and roast your own coffee, and learn about traditional methods of coffee processing. This tour is deeply rooted in culture, history, and people. You learn about the indigenous community and the history of the land itself, making the experience both educational and personal. Marlyn was incredibly warm and welcoming, treating us like family from the moment we arrived. She shared her life story with openness and warmth, creating a genuine personal connection and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for everyone. This tour is not just about coffee; It’s about culture, community, heritage, and connection. I highly recommend it.
This was the best coffee farm experience we have ever had. Marlin and Lorraine's farm and the tour of what they are doing for organic coffee growing is amazing and is NOT TO BE MISSED!! It was so great to be involved in every aspect of the coffee process, truly hands-on.
This was a great personalized experience. I went solo on the tour and learned a lot about the farm, the surrounding nature and the balance they try to achieve. The tour guide was very nice, spoke English well and just a pleasant person. I highly recommend this tour!
The experience my husband and I had with the two co-owners of the coffee farm was the highlight of our week in Panama. Marilyn, the coffee specialist, was very knowledgeable and told us about her personal history of growing up on a coffee farm which made the tour very personal and special. The farm is beautiful and we could feel all the love that was put into the development of this small organic farm. The tour was topped off with an amazing lunch which was prepared by the daughter and her husband, both chefs, who prepared a vegan feast for us. The food was delicious, nutritious, and the presentation of each dish was beautiful. Each course had an infusion of coffee making this meal extremely creative. If you are looking for a tour that is off the beaten path this one is for you!
It was great! The family is very welcoming and their story is really interesting. The farm is beautiful and they are really generous with the coffee you take home, that alone makes the experience a great deal. I would do it again just to take friends and family.
The connection with the animals was something truly special. But what made it truly unique was the genuine experience —it was about feeling the connection to the land and the people who cultivate it.
It was an amazing experience learning about a sustainable traditional way to make coffee and learn more about Panamanian as well as Indian culture. The food was delicious and can only recommend to book the lunch menu. What a fantastic experience.
The drive is very steep and it rained on us which is unusual for this time of year, so we were all worried. That said it was absolutely amazing. We were treated to an experience of coffee culture and rural mountain living the owner Madalyn welcomed us as family. A must do tour if visiting Boquette.
The food was amazing, the coffee was amazing and they accommodated to everything you’d want. It’s honestly amazing and I’ll say it again: the food is amazing!!
Much more than a simple coffee farm tour, it is a true encounter with passionate, authentic, and deeply human people. The owner is an extraordinary woman, passionate about her craft, who shares her knowledge with heart and whose generosity is felt at every moment. Her daughter is incredibly kind and welcomes us like royalty, with a kindness and warmth that make all the difference. You immediately feel welcome, as if you were part of the family. The estate reflects its owners: respectful of nature, rich in beautiful values, and driven by a genuine desire to do things right. Here, you discover a small local and family production where quality takes precedence over quantity, where every action has meaning, and where the work is carried out with love, passion, and respect for the environment. It is exactly the kind of place that reminds us of the importance of supporting small producers, which is why we recommend this visit with our eyes closed! Thank you.
A wonderful and very authentic experience in culture and coffee cultivation! The finca is very special and as different as you think! Lunch what you can book is an absolute must!
A very authentic beautiful experience! Interactive and very passionate. You make your own coffee and even get it with you!
I have no words to describe how wonderful this experience was. It’s just what I needed, to know firsthand, the history and coffee culture of Panama told by someone who lives it for themselves. The coffee story, it's the story of Marilin's family. The intention and purpose of this project is wonderful. If you’re looking for industries and technicalities you’d better go elsewhere, here’s family, roots, ancestors, knowledge and a lot of will. The most rural, nasal art and autochthonous that you will see from the cafe.
The experience was wonderful!!!! We had the opportunity to get to know the farm, see the coffee plants, know the techniques, as well as roast our own coffee!! Very appreciated the work of people who believe in organic coffee production!!
Eco Horquea is located at about 1600m altitude and is a small ecological small coffee plantation just outside the center of Boquete. In this family business, the famous Geisha coffee is grown and harvested. Eco Horqueta has put together several coffee tours. You can pick the coffee yourself, skin it, roast it, grind it and then brew it. All this goes without electric machines, but just by hand. Then enjoy a fresh cup of homemade coffee. So if you are going to Boquete then a coffee tours at Eco Horqueta is highly recommended!
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