The 8 Best Chocolate Tours in Puerto Vallarta

1.Finca 18 Puerto Vallarta Tequila Tour + Chocolate Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89Our pick

At Finca 18, guides including Mario, Greg, Alex, Emily, and Javier show you a 12-acre family ranch with more than 150 years of Puerto Vallarta roots. Expect an agave field, distillery walk-through, welcome cocktail, five or more spirit pours, ranch-made snacks, and an optional chocolate pairing. The small-group visit lasts about two hours.

“Amazing insight into a startup distillery of agave spirits! Alex and Mario were amazing guides and so welcoming and charming. we booked off our cruise ship and it was almost an hour trek but mario arranged a ride for us back. it is a beautiful facility and the setting is peaceful and beautiful. just great 3 hours!”

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2.Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

At ChocoMuseo Puerto Vallarta, a guide such as Rodrigo, Martin, Elias, or Zoar leads you through cacao’s Mexican past, bean roasting, cocoa drinks, tastings, and hands-on chocolate making. You’ll flavor your own bars with toppings, then take them home. The two-hour English workshop suits adults and children age five and older.

“It was fun and educational. Rob was a pleasure and ensured everyone was equally included. The chocolate was delicious and it was interesting to learn about its origins”

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3.Chocolate Tour in Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Best value

At Planeta Cacao, near Nuevo Vallarta and Bucerias, you’ll see cacao trees, open a fresh pod, learn how the seed becomes chocolate, and make your own batch by roasting, shelling, grinding, and mixing it with sugar and cinnamon. Guides such as Adrian, Rosa, Lia, Aldo, and Millie have led sessions in English.

“Informative and hands on experience in how chocolate transforms from plant to dessert. The hosts were wonderful. We loved being able to make our own chocolate treat. Our teenagers loved the experience as well. Highly recommend!”

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4.Chocolate and truffles workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

At ChocoMuseo in central Puerto Vallarta, you’ll learn about Mexican cacao, prepare flavored ganache, mold filled bonbons, and make truffles with guidance from instructors such as Rodrigo, Rod, or Zoar. The small-group class lasts about two hours, includes supplies and take-home chocolate, and ends with 10% off at the museum shop.

“Off the beaten path! But such a perfect and fun experience! We loved Zoar and her knowledge, patience and sense of humor.”

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5.Sayulita Magical Town Tour: Local food, and chocolate.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $95

Join José Antonio García, also called Pepe, for a six-hour small-group trip from Puerto Vallarta to Sayulita. You will stop at a cocoa garden for artisan chocolate, visit a local candy shop, sample regional food, and explore the Sayulita Farmers Market. Pickup is arranged near you, and groups are limited to 11 people.

“Jose aka Pepe is one of the best and most personable guides we've had. He is professional, knowledgeable, friendly and very communicative about your tour and what to expect. He went out of his way to help us find a place for lunch due to our dietary restrictions. Since he's a native of PV he's full of knowledge about everything PV/Sayulita from the history all the way to the flora and fauna of the area. His car is very nice, clean and roomy. Pepe does a great job of tailoring the tour around your interests so we'd book this tour again or any tour Pepe offers. Thanks Pepe!!!!!”

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6.Tarot Reading with Coffee & Chocolate or Smoothie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Meet Mary at XocoDiva Cafe in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica for a private tarot session lasting about an hour. Share only your name and astrological sign, then ask about love, work, or major choices. Crystal chakra balancing is included, along with your choice of coffee and chocolate or a smoothie. The session is in English and suits groups of up to three.

“Mary is awesome. Walked in Skepticle but left very impressed. Nailed 95% of me to a T. Not a general description either or compliments that pertain to the majority of people. Highly recommend!!!”

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7.Private Make Your Own Chocolate Experience in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Meet your chef at Puerto Mágico in Puerto Vallarta for a private 40-minute chocolate workshop. Learn cacao’s role in Mexico, see how cocoa becomes chocolate, practice tempering, choose toppings, and take home your own bar. Guides may include Diego, Rosa, Analí, Heidi, or Mario.

“Rosa was an absolute pleasure. She showed me everything that is needed to make good chocolate. I even got to put a little Dennis spin on the ingredients!”

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8.Chocolate Macarons Workshop in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $87

At ChocoMuseo Puerto Vallarta, an English-speaking guide leads you through a three-hour chocolate macaron workshop. You will measure, mix, shape, and taste your own macarons, then take the finished treats and recipe home. The class is limited to six people and takes place on the third floor with sea views.

“This was a great hands-on experience! We were a little nervous about how the macarons would turn out, but they worked perfectly! The directions and steps were clear to follow, and we talked about how we could try different flavor combinations at home. We even bought some of the cocoa powder they used in the class to make sure our homemade ones have the best chocolate tasta”

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