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Discover the magic behind vanilla and tropical spices on a rainforest spice farm just minutes from Manuel Antonio, yet a world away from the crowds.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through a working spice farm, where you'll experience firsthand how some of the world's most coveted spices are grown, harvested, and crafted into memorable flavors.
Vanilla is more than just a flavor, it's an experience. Stroll at a relaxed pace through lush tropical landscapes teeming with life as you discover the rich history, cultivation, harvesting, and processing of vanilla alongside cacao and other tropical spices. This immersive, sensory-filled tour offers a unique glimpse into sustainable farming and the remarkable plants that shape cuisines around the world.
Whether you're a culinary enthusiast, nature lover, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, this authentic farm experience offers something special for everyone.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We provide transportation and pick up at a specified location, the traveler can enter this information be it a hotel, vacation rental home, restaurant etc. Our transportation is labeled with the name of the tour and driver is wearing the tour uniform.
Guests can drive to the the site of the tour if they have their own transportation.
The entrance to the farm will be on your left coming from Quepos / Manuel Antonio. There is a large wooden Villa Vanilla sign and large black metal gate. Please ring the doorbell to be let in.
Itinerary
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Our activity is completely hands-on and will satisfy the curiosity of tourgoers of all ages. You will use all of your senses to navigate the farm while identifying an interesting variety of spices. Our tour includes a special tasting at our viewpoint where you will get to taste the rainforest with homemade treats highlighting spices that grow on the farm, all while looking out into the lush tropical rainforest. Lucky guests may get a visit from the farm's permanent inhabitants; such as hummingbirds, Scarlet macaws, toucans and squirrel monkeys.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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