Bean to Bar Cocoa and Chocolate Workshop for Adults

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Duration
1 hour 45 minutes
Group size
Max 15 guests
Language
English, Spanish
Duration
1 hour 45 minutes
Group size
Max 15 guests
Language
English, Spanish

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 US$101.91  per guest
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In our Bean to Bar: Chocolate and Cacao Workshop, we'll use the finest cacao sourced from the 'Montes de María', a region nestled in the Colombian Caribbean. During our experience, you'll explore the diverse textures and aromas of cacao. You'll enjoy the entire creative process, from the bean, and its entire transformation process to the making of cocoa-derived products such as bars, bonbons, and truffles. You will discover the fascinating world of chocolate, as you will have the chance to design molds using cocoa butter-based paints, work with artisanal chocolate, and decorate with their favorite toppings.
Cocoa to be processed is included, as well as the chocolate to be used in the creation of products
Snacks
Bars, chocolates and truffles made in the workshop.
Lunch
We dive into the world of chocolatiers. First, we acquaint ourselves with the machinery, exploring the equipment and getting to know the expert staff. Then, we delve into the universe of cacao. You'll witness how cocoa arrives, is roasted, and separated to obtain the base product, all while learning about the importance of different types on a national level. Next, we undergo the process from refining to creating delicious bonbons, truffles, or chocolate bars, allowing you to replicate the experience at home with what you've learned. Our experience adapts to the ideas you bring, providing an opportunity to deepen your knowledge and creativity. Comfortable, stain-friendly clothing is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. Book now!
Meeting Point

El Arsenal: The Rum Box, Calle Arsenal, Provincia de Cartagena Bolívar, Colombia, CO, 130001

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At the beginning of the bustling Arsenal Street, right around the corner and across from the convention center, there's a two-story pink building with wooden barrels outside promoting free hugs. When you arrive, the host will take you to the exact spot where the experience will take place.
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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eduardokrenkeAugust 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Fun, educational, and tasty

The experience was excellent. Friendly, attentive service, almost two hours just me and my family understanding the process and preparing the chocolate. Alejandra was extremely attentive and didactic. We were delighted and recommend the tour.

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Safari66397834513July 2026 • TripAdvisor
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A one-of-a-kind experience for all chocolate lovers

We had an amazing experience at this workshop!! It was an intimate and in depth-class that truly outlined the entire chocolate making process from start to finish. Our instructor, Wendy, was the highlight of the workshop. It’s clear that she’s knowledgable about the process, but her warmth and humor made the class even better than we expected! I would recommend this workshop to any chocolate lover.

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Response from ViatorAugust 12, 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the workshop and that it gave you a deeper appreciation for the entire chocolate making process. Wendy will be especially happy to read your kind words! Her passion, knowledge, warmth, and sense of humor are such an important part of the experience, and we’re lucky to have her sharing that with our guests. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another chocolate filled experience in the future!

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danielgilchaparroJune 2026 • TripAdvisor
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A charming experience with family ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We visited this chocolate factory in Cartagena with my wife and our two-year-old son, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Wendy, our guide, attended to us exceptionally: she explained the entire chocolate process with great patience and dedication, offered us delicious tastings, and even took us to visit a spectacular nearby ice cream shop. The best part was that we could make and decorate our own chocolates to our liking, and they even gave us a diploma for completing the c...read more

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Response from ViatorJuly 06, 2026

¡Muchas gracias por compartir una reseña tan especial! Nos alegra profundamente saber que vivieron una experiencia maravillosa en nuestra chocolatería en Cartagena junto a tu esposa y tu hijo. Para nosotros es muy importante que cada familia se sienta cómoda, bien atendida y pueda disfrutar de una actividad auténtica en el corazón de Getsemaní. Nos llena de orgullo saber que Wendy hizo de su visita un momento tan memorable. Le compartiremos tus palabras, porque su dedicación, paciencia y entusiasmo al explicar el proceso del chocolate son parte esencial de la experiencia que queremos brindar a quienes nos visitan. También nos emociona saber que disfrutaron la degustación de chocolate colombiano, la creación de sus propios chocolates y cada detalle pensado para hacer del tour una actividad completa, divertida y perfecta para compartir en familia. Gracias por recomendarnos y por elegirnos durante su visita a Cartagena. Esperamos recibirlos nuevamente muy pronto para seguir creando recuerdos dulces e inolvidables.

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bo gMay 2026 • TripAdvisor
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Amazing tour of the process of making chococlate

Wendy was the best host for an amazing chocolate making experience. Highly recommend for any visitors looking for a fun, relaxing, educational experience. Wendy was attentive, answered any and all questions, and just a pleasure to be around.

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Response from ViatorMay 09, 2026

Muchísimas gracias por tus lindas palabras. Nos alegra enormemente saber que viviste una experiencia inolvidable en la elaboración de chocolate. Wendy estará muy feliz de saber que su dedicación, atención y pasión hicieron de este momento algo especial para ustedes. Gracias por recomendarnos y por permitirnos ser parte de una experiencia tan significativa. ¡Esperamos recibirlos nuevamente muy pronto!

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Evelyn_DJune 2025 • Viator
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Nice experience to do that doesn’t involve drinking

Alejandra was great. Instructions were very clear. My friend and I got to see / participate in making the cacao into the chocolate that we ate and got to take home.

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