Costa Rica's Tropical fruit Guided Tasting in San Jose

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This is not a cooking class or a typical food tour, it’s a delicious, eye-opening journey through Costa rica’s extraordinary biodiversity, guided by a local fruit lover.

If you opt for the full experience, your day begins at one of San Jose’s bustling markets, where your host will select and open fruits you’ve probably never seen before. Want to skip the walk? No problem — the tasting alone is just as immersive.

As you taste, you’ll discover:

Nutritional properties and healing uses

Indigenous and colonial histories

Seasonal patterns and farming traditions

Culinary secrets from Central America

From tangy to creamy, sweet to earthy, this tasting experience invites you to rediscover fruit the Costa Rican way.

Example Menu

Main

Honey Mango (Mango Miel Tico)

Juicy, sun-ripened, and bursting with the tropical sweetness unique to Costa Rica.

Main

Starfruit (Carambola)

Refreshing and mildly tangy, sliced into dazzling stars for a vibrant start.

Main

Pink Guava (Guayaba Rosada)

Fragrant and mellow, served thickly sliced and ready to scoop with a spoon.

Main

Passion Fruit (Maracuyá)

Bright, tart pulp served in its natural shell, topped with a sprinkle of raw cane sugar.

Main

Rambutan (Mamón Chino)

Exotic, juicy, and freshly peeled for a fun, juicy bite.

Main

Cas Fruit (Sour Guava)

A native, super-tart variety of guava — served as a bold mini juice shot.

Main

Sapote

Creamy and rich, with hints of pumpkin and caramel. Served as a smooth, natural purée.

Main

Artisanal Tropical Fruit Sorbet

Flavors may vary (think tamarind, soursop, or blackberry), made fresh from local ingredients.

What's Included

Guided tasting of 15+ tropical and native tropical fruits
Cultural insights, nutritional info & fun facts
Optional Market tour!
Local guide fluent in English (and passionate about fruit!)
Transfer
Any other fruit, food or drink outside the tasting you would like to buy...

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our Local Chef will meet you near this area. The exact address and contact number will be provided by our booking manager after the booking.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Taste your way through Costa rica’s Tropical fruits with a local guide. Learn the stories, recipes, and cultural secrets behind each exotic bite. A fun, surprising, and flavorful tasting in San Jose.

⭐ Why Travelers Love This Experience:
Taste 15–20 exotic tropical fruits you’ve likely never tried before

Get expert insights on nutrition, history, flavor, and local traditions

Optional: walk through a vibrant local market with a friendly Costa rican guide

Learn fun facts, ancestral uses, and preparation tips for each fruit

One of San jose’s most colorful and surprising cultural experiences

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • We can accomodate to your food allergies or intolerances, let us know in advance
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Cancellation Policy

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

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