Mayan Chocolate Workshop

$99 USD (pp)

Craft your own chocolate from scratch, discover the history and traditions of Maya cacao, and enjoy authentic tastings in a cultural experience perfect for couples and chocolate lovers.

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Duration

5 hours

Cancellation

Up to 1 day

Group Size

12 people

Languages

Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)

Begin your journey at the Kaokao chocolate factory, one of Cozumel’s most iconic spots for traditional chocolate making. Learn about the history of Maya cacao and the artisanal processes behind chocolate production, guided by a bilingual expert who will show you step-by-step how to turn cacao beans into a delicious chocolate bar.

Get hands-on and create your own chocolate, which you’ll take home as a unique souvenir. Enjoy a tasting of artisanal chocolates and savor authentic Maya drinking chocolate — a centuries-old tradition that most visitors never get to experience.

Continue your cultural discovery at the local artisan market, where Mexican and Maya traditions blend through art, color, and craftsmanship. Before or after the workshop, stroll through Cozumel’s main square and take memorable photos in front of its most iconic monuments.

To complement the experience, enjoy a guided tequila tasting, combining local flavors with culture and tradition in a memorable sensory experience.

This 5-hour private tour blends learning, tasting, culture, and discovery — ideal for travelers seeking an authentic and exclusive experience in Cozumel.

• Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
• Private buggy, fuel, mileage, and insurance
• Cooler with water throughout the tour
• Entry and workshop at the cacao factory
• Your handmade chocolate bar to take home
• Tequila tasting
• Stops at iconic monuments for photos
• All taxes and fees included
• Visit to the local artisan market
• Wi-Fi and air-conditioned areas at the cacao factory

• Pick-up service: Available at any pier or port — just provide your cruise ship name. If you’re already on the island, pick-up at your hotel or a meeting point is available.
• Schedule: Monday to Saturday at 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 1:00 pm
• Maximum capacity: 12 people
• Duration: 5 hours
• Price: Adults & teens $99 USD | Children (4–12) $85 USD | Infants (0–3) FREE (Minimum 2 people)
• Driving the buggy: A valid driver’s license from your home country is required if you want to drive.
• Guide gratuity: Optional
• Arrival time: Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour starts

• Comfortable clothing and footwear
• Sunglasses and/or hat
• Camera or phone for photos

  1. Meet & Introduction – Meet your bilingual guide and learn about Maya cacao heritage.
  2. Chocolate Workshop (2 hours) – Make your own chocolate from scratch with expert guidance.
  3. Chocolate Tasting – Sample artisanal chocolates and traditional Maya drinking chocolate.
  4. Tequila Tasting – Enjoy a guided tasting with authentic local flavors.
  5. Visit to the Artisan Market – Explore local crafts, colors, and cultural expressions.
  6. Stroll & Photos at San Miguel Square – Capture iconic and colorful Cozumel landmarks.
  7. Closing – Take home your handmade chocolate and the flavors and memories of this unique cultural experience.
  • You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund.
  • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
  • No changes can be made within 24 hours of the start time.
  • All cut-off times refer to the local time of the experience.
  • If the experience is canceled due to bad weather, you’ll be offered a new date or a full refund.

Description

Begin your journey at the Kaokao chocolate factory, one of Cozumel’s most iconic spots for traditional chocolate making. Learn about the history of Maya cacao and the artisanal processes behind chocolate production, guided by a bilingual expert who will show you step-by-step how to turn cacao beans into a delicious chocolate bar.

Get hands-on and create your own chocolate, which you’ll take home as a unique souvenir. Enjoy a tasting of artisanal chocolates and savor authentic Maya drinking chocolate — a centuries-old tradition that most visitors never get to experience.

Continue your cultural discovery at the local artisan market, where Mexican and Maya traditions blend through art, color, and craftsmanship. Before or after the workshop, stroll through Cozumel’s main square and take memorable photos in front of its most iconic monuments.

To complement the experience, enjoy a guided tequila tasting, combining local flavors with culture and tradition in a memorable sensory experience.

This 5-hour private tour blends learning, tasting, culture, and discovery — ideal for travelers seeking an authentic and exclusive experience in Cozumel.

Included

• Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
• Private buggy, fuel, mileage, and insurance
• Cooler with water throughout the tour
• Entry and workshop at the cacao factory
• Your handmade chocolate bar to take home
• Tequila tasting
• Stops at iconic monuments for photos
• All taxes and fees included
• Visit to the local artisan market
• Wi-Fi and air-conditioned areas at the cacao factory

Details

• Pick-up service: Available at any pier or port — just provide your cruise ship name. If you’re already on the island, pick-up at your hotel or a meeting point is available.
• Schedule: Monday to Saturday at 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 1:00 pm
• Maximum capacity: 12 people
• Duration: 5 hours
• Price: Adults & teens $99 USD | Children (4–12) $85 USD | Infants (0–3) FREE (Minimum 2 people)
• Driving the buggy: A valid driver’s license from your home country is required if you want to drive.
• Guide gratuity: Optional
• Arrival time: Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour starts

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing and footwear
• Sunglasses and/or hat
• Camera or phone for photos

Itinerary

  1. Meet & Introduction – Meet your bilingual guide and learn about Maya cacao heritage.
  2. Chocolate Workshop (2 hours) – Make your own chocolate from scratch with expert guidance.
  3. Chocolate Tasting – Sample artisanal chocolates and traditional Maya drinking chocolate.
  4. Tequila Tasting – Enjoy a guided tasting with authentic local flavors.
  5. Visit to the Artisan Market – Explore local crafts, colors, and cultural expressions.
  6. Stroll & Photos at San Miguel Square – Capture iconic and colorful Cozumel landmarks.
  7. Closing – Take home your handmade chocolate and the flavors and memories of this unique cultural experience.

Cancellation Policy

  • You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund.
  • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
  • No changes can be made within 24 hours of the start time.
  • All cut-off times refer to the local time of the experience.
  • If the experience is canceled due to bad weather, you’ll be offered a new date or a full refund.

Most of our buggy adventurers choose us because our tours are private, fully customizable, and let you explore Cozumel exactly the way you want. They also love our flexible cancellation policy — cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund — and the fact that we offer instant support 24/7, so you can relax and enjoy your adventure with peace of mind.

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