Maya Chocolate Making Tour from Hopkins

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

In Belize - the heart of Maya civilization - chocolate isn't just a treat, it's a 3,000-year-old story written into the land itself. On this unforgettable hands-on experience, you'll crack open locally grown cacao beans, grind them by hand just as the Maya did for millennia, and transform them into pure, real chocolate you can taste and take home. No factory. No shortcuts. Just you, ancient tools, and a living piece of history. This is the chocolate experience you didn't know you needed — and one you'll never forget.

What's Included

Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from any location in Hopkins. If your hotel/Airbnb is not listed send us your location and we will arrange pick up.

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Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The 30-minute drive from Hopkins Village to Maya Center takes you through scenic countryside and lush greenery along the Southern Highway. Once at Maya Center, you’ll be welcomed into a traditional Mayan village, where you’ll learn the ancient art of chocolate making.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Maya Center Village

    Your first stop is the cacao farm, where you’ll learn how the cocoa plant is grown and its cultural and historical importance in Belize. After exploring the farm, you'll head to the chocolate house to experience the traditional Mayan process of chocolate making. You’ll grind the beans on a stone slab, then sample rich Mayan-style chocolate drinks and handmade bars during this immersive and hands-on tour.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bucket List Tours & Transfers Belize

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Chocolate Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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