Coffee Farm Tour from Bogotá – Be a Farmer for a Day

4.9 (227 reviews) Bogotá, Colombia
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Duration6h - 7h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
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Overview

Coffee Farm Tour in Bogotá – From Bean to Brew
Escape the city and join a half-day journey into the Andean countryside, where Colombia’s coffee culture comes alive on a small organic family farm. Enjoy a traditional Colombian breakfast tasting and coffee brewed in an olleta, served by local hosts. Explore 5,000 coffee plants, learn to spot ripe beans, and discover how hand-picking shapes the harvest. The farm’s natural ecosystem, free of fumigation, reveals sustainable practices and authentic rural traditions.
Join a hands-on workshop with a local coffee grower to grind roasted beans and brew a second cup using a French press. If the season allows, plant your own coffee tree and leave a mark on the land.
Return to Bogotá in the early afternoon with a deeper understanding of Colombia’s coffee culture. This immersive experience blends sustainability, storytelling, and flavor. Authentic, cozy, and culturally rich, it is ideal for travelers who value real connections over mass tourism.

Options

Coffee Farm Tour from Bogotá – Be a Farmer for a Day
Tuesday Coffee Farm Saver

Tuesday Saver Coffee Farm: Same coffee farm experience at a Saver rate. Tuesdays only. Min. 4 travelers.

Coffee Farm Experience by Bus

Public Bus Transportation: A more budget-friendly option that uses local public transportation while keeping the same authentic coffee farm activities.

What's included

  • Traditional Colombian breakfast tasting with local baked goods and coffee brewed using the olleta method.
  • - ☕ Coffee and/or Tea – Served throughout the experience, including olleta-style and French press tasting.
  • ‍ Professional Tour Guide – Bilingual guide with insight into Colombian coffee traditions.
  • 125g bag of roasted Colombian coffee to take home.
  • - Roundtrip Transportation – Comfortable van service from Bogotá to the farm and back.
  • Personal purchases; Optional items like additional coffee bags or souvenirs available at the farm
  • Hotel pickup/drop; off; Travelers must arrive at the Cranky Croc Hostel for departure and return.
  • Tips for guides or farm hosts – Gratitude tips are not mandatory, but they’re always appreciated.
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. 1h 30m
    ️Departure from The Cranky Croc Hostel – Bogotá

    Our bilingual guide will greet you inside the Cranky Croc Hostel, where your immersive coffee journey begins. After a brief check-in and orientation, guests board a comfortable tourism van for a scenic drive into the Andean countryside. This central hostel is not just a meeting point—it’s the launchpad for a rural adventure into Colombia’s coffee heritage.
  2. 30m
    Upon arrival at the rural coffee farm nestled in the Andean hills outside Bogotá, travelers are warmly welcomed by local hosts. The day begins with a traditional Colombian breakfast tasting featuring local baked specialties and coffee brewed in a rustic olleta. Surrounded by misty hills and birdsong, this authentic introduction sets the tone for an immersive journey into Colombia’s coffee culture.
  3. 1h
    Coffee Plantation Walk
    Travelers are guided through sloping coffee fields in the Andean foothills, learning about the life cycle of the bean — from seed to harvest. The walk invites a deeper connection with nature while offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors may even spot local wildlife along the way.
  4. 45m
    Workshop & Coffee Tasting
    Guests dive into a hands-on coffee workshop where they learn about sustainable cultivation, bean selection, and local brewing traditions. The session contrasts two authentic methods: a hearty “campesino-style” brew served in the morning, prepared in a traditional olleta using pre-ground coffee, and later, a barista-style tasting using a French press, with beans freshly ground on-site by the campesina host. This tasting ritual invites guests to savor the diversity of Colombia’s coffee culture in one unforgettable experience.
  5. 1h 30m
    Return Trip to Bogotá – The Cranky Croc Hostel
    After lunch and closing activities at the coffee farm, guests board the van once more for the return journey to Bogotá. The drive offers one last look at Colombia’s countryside and a chance to reflect on the day’s immersive experience. Drop-off is at The Cranky Croc Hostel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at... The Cranky Croc Hostel Cl. 12d #3-56, Bogotá, Colombia

***Once you arrive inside of the hostel, go to the reception desk and say that you are here for the tour.***

End point

We will meet at... The Cranky Croc Hostel Cl. 12d #3-56, Bogotá, Colombia

***Once you arrive inside of the hostel, go to the reception desk and say that you are here for the tour.***

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ⚕️ Health Restrictions Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. This experience involves moderate walking on uneven terrain and rural paths, which may be challenging for travelers with serious health conditions.
  • Level of Difficulty Most travelers can participate. The tour includes walking through coffee fields and mild countryside slopes; no prior fitness level is required, but sturdy footwear is recommended.
  • Booking Policy for the coffee farm This tour requires a minimum of two confirmed participants to operate. We do welcome solo travelers, but you must contact us in advance to check if other guests are booked for the same date. If you're traveling solo and the minimum number of participants is not reached, a full refund will be provided.

Cancellation policy

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

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