Quito: Chocolate Tour in Mindo with Tasting

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Ecuador and learn about the country’s thriving chocolate industry. Explore the Yumbo Chocolate Factory in Minto, then enjoy a tasting session of 7 chocolate varieties.

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Highlights

Taste 7 different types of chocolate
Explore the factory and learn about the chocolate production process
Learn about the ethical goals of the factory

Description

Ecuador is famous for producing some of the best chocolate in the world, so why not experience it for yourself on your trip to Quito? On this tour, visit the fair trade Yumbo Chocolate Factory in the village of Minto and learn about the full process from bean to bar. Made using high quality cocoa beans, grown and produced in Ecuador, watch the production of chocolate at the factory. Hear about the factory’s beginnings, and it’s goals to improve the social effects of the cocoa industry in Ecuador. Learn about Ecuador’s Chocolate Tasting Board, an ethically oriented chocolate manufacturing project that involves the production of cocoa by women aiming to improve the living conditions in rural areas. After your learning session, it’s time to taste the chocolate. Enjoy a selection of 7 different types of chocolate, brownie, cocoa syrup, cocoa BBQ sauce, chocolate fondue, and hot cocoa.

Includes

Entrance fees • Chocolate tasting • Local guide
• Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

You will receive a QR code after you book this activity (between 24 hours). This is the code you have to present at the entrance to be scanned for the start of your visit