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Experience a Hands-On Coffee Tour and Workshop in Boquete, Chiriquí

In Palmira (in Boquete), Panama, within the lush highlands of Chiriquí, you’ll dive into a hands-on coffee experience where you see, touch and do every step of the process: pick cherries from the trees (November–January), process the cherries, test bean moisture, and try the traditional pilón to feel just how heavy the stick is. You’ll roast your own small batch on a machine provided for each group so you learn the roasting process and then sort and package your coffee to perfection before enjoying multiple brews, with a special Geisha coffee tasting included to cap the experience. This engaging workshop is perfect whether you’re booking a family outing, a learning-focused workshop, a food-and-drink experience, or a Group-Friendly activity while staying in the Boquete area.

About this activity in Boquete

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

Highlights

  • Experience a fully hands-on coffee workshop in Palmira (Boquete), Chiriquí - touch, taste and work through every step of coffee production.
  • Pick ripe coffee cherries yourself during the harvest season (November–January) and learn traditional processing techniques.
  • Roast a small batch on your own machine, sort the beans for a perfect cup, and take your freshly roasted coffee home.
  • Taste Geisha coffee and sample coffee brewed several different ways to compare flavors and brewing methods.

Important Information

  • This activity takes place on a working coffee farm in Palmira near Boquete - not in Panama City - and is ideal for travelers wanting an immersive, educational experience in the region.
  • Each group receives hands-on instruction and access to a small roaster so you can practice roasting and learn about moisture testing and quality sorting.
  • Cherry picking is seasonal (November through January); other elements of the workshop - roasting, sorting, tasting - are available year-round.
  • Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and sun protection; bring a camera for farm views and expect to participate actively throughout the session.

Meeting Point

Meet at the farm entrance on the main Palmira road outside Boquete. Exact meeting directions and any transport instructions will be sent with your booking confirmation.

Includes

  • Complimentary coffee and/or tea provided for your booking in Boquete, Chiriquí - perfect for workshops, meetings, and relaxed event starts
  • Fresh coffee and tea available on-site to help you and your group stay energized while exploring the area

Other

  • You may bring service animals; service animals are allowed to accompany you during the event
  • Suitable for attendees of all physical fitness levels, so anyone in your group can participate comfortably in this destination

Customer Reviews

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Based on 10 Reviews
condo-weeks
• Oct 25, 2025 06:21:46 AM
Summary: LOVED IT! I learned so much about coffee with this hands on small coffee farm tour. I lucked out since it's low season and the english speaking tour was likely not going to happen. My spanish isn't good enough yet so I would have struggled with that one. Fortunately, my guide was Enrique "The Best" :-) It was an amazing experience since Enrique is a local Boquete guy and we were able to talk about coffee and cultural nuances. He's a smart guy who has worked with the farm created by USA expats hiring and supporting the local people. I was able to join the tour from their store right downtown Boquete. Some of my take aways: dark roast which is what I drank in the past to get a bold taste is likely overcooked and one misses a lot of the antioxidants (the good stuff) in coffee. So when it came to roasting my beans, I picked the medium roast which is what Enrique drinks. The other take away for me what the huge difference how the coffee is brewed; I had heard about siphon based makers but seeing it in person and taste testing between the Italian Expresso and the French piston press (which is what I travel with these days) was very interesting. The tour was go good that I had to reactivate my decade long ignored tripadvisor account just to post! Lovely area of Panama to visit and I hope to become fluent in Spanish very soon! La Paz, La Paix, Peace.
Curious65300161416
• Oct 4, 2025 11:29:10 PM
Summary: A coffee journey out of expectations. Enrique gave us a very detailed and impressive introduction and we are now half expert. We tried coffee in very unique way and we made our own coffee product successfully. The owner offered us a ride to our hotel. Everything is pleasant.
Ilona_H
• Sep 27, 2025 09:11:29 PM
Summary: We had such an amazing experience on this coffee tour in Boquete! Enrique guided us step by step through the entire coffee production process, making it fun, interactive, and hands-on. From learning how the beans are grown to roasting our very own batch, every part was engaging and memorable. The highlight was getting to taste the world-famous Geisha coffee—absolutely incredible! This tour is a must-do if you’re visiting Boquete. It’s not just educational, it’s an experience you’ll never forget. Highly recommend!

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Know more about Boquete

The coffee workshop takes place in Palmira, near Boquete in Chiriquí - not in Panama City - so you’ll enjoy a rural coffee farm setting while learning every step of coffee production.
Yes - a Geisha coffee tasting is included, allowing you to sample one of the region’s prized coffees as part of the workshop and tasting sessions.
Yes - the experience is designed as a small, hands-on workshop that works well for families, groups, and anyone interested in food-and-drink, Workshops & Learning, or Outdoor & Nature activities in the Chiriquí highlands.
You’ll pick cherries (seasonal), process them, feel and test beans for moisture, try the pilón, roast a small batch on your own roasting machine, sort beans for packaging, and taste coffee brewed in a variety of ways - all designed as a hands-on coffee learning experience.
Cherry picking is available from November through January, so plan your booking during those months if you want to participate in harvesting as part of the experience.
Yes - each group uses a roasting machine to roast a small batch, so you’ll leave with coffee you roasted and learned to process, sort, and taste during the session.