Mayan chocolate tour Belize – cacao pods at farm

Che’il Mayan Chocolate Making Tour in Belize

Experience the authentic art of Mayan chocolate making on a guided tour from Hopkins or Placencia. Visit a traditional cacao farm, explore ancient Maya techniques, and create your very own handmade chocolate bar at the Che’il Mayan Chocolate Factory in Maya Center Village.

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Discover the Roots of Chocolate in Belize

The cacao tree has been central to Maya culture for centuries, and Belize remains one of the finest cacao-growing regions in the world. On this Mayan chocolate tour, you’ll begin at a cacao farm where you’ll see how pods are harvested, the beans fermented, and then dried to prepare for chocolate making.

Hands-On Chocolate Making at Che’il Factory

At the family-run Che’il Mayan Chocolate Factory, watch local artisans transform cacao into rich Belizean chocolate using traditional stone tools and time-honored methods. Then, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on workshop where you’ll grind beans, add natural spices like cinnamon, chili, or vanilla, and craft your own chocolate creatio

A Sweet Adventure from Hopkins or Placencia

This immersive chocolate tour blends history, culture, and flavor in one unforgettable experience. From tree to bar, you’ll trace the full journey of cacao and leave with a delicious handmade chocolate bar of your own. Perfect for families, food lovers, and anyone curious about Belize’s Mayan chocolate traditions.