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Agricultural Tourism - Panama & Nicaragua

Agricultural Tourism - Panama & Nicaragua

  • Vapues Travel
  • Nov 30, 2021
  • Agricultural Tourism, coffee, cacao, traditional farming community, tours

Farming and small-scale agriculture is at the heart of many nations, and this is especially true in Panama and Nicaragua where the production of coffee, cacao and tobacco have been a backbone for over a century. Despite advances in technology, many of the techniques used have barely changed since those early days, and stepping into a traditional farming community can seem like going back to another era.

In recent years, farms and plantations have begun to open their gates to interested travelers, offering an insight into local life and the chance to try their hand at production methods handed down through generations, as well as some of the freshest and most delicious tasting samples!

From coffee tours to homestays, we work with farms and communities across Nicaragua and Panama to offer the very best in agricultural tourism.

Take a look at some of our favourite experiences.

Panama Tours

Cacao Plantation

Cacao Plantation

Pay a visit to Green Acres Cacao Plantation for a guided tour of one of Bocas del Toro's primary chocolate farms.

Coffee experience

Coffee experience

The Jaramillo region is home to some of the best-known organic coffee producers in Panama, exporting their products worldwide.

Nicaragua Tours

Cacao Farm Experience

Cacao Farm Experience

Take a boat trip on Lake Nicaragua, passing by Las Isletas to La Calera, a private nature reserve located at the feet of Mombacho Volcano.

Tobacco Plantation

Tobacco Plantation

The Esteli region is home to some of the best-known Cuban-leaf tobacco producers in Nicaragua, exporting their products worldwide.

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Plantation Stay

Panama Stay

Finca Lerida

Finca Lerida

Part of a working coffee farm which dates back to the 1920's, this boutique hotel consists of 21 lovingly converted rooms and suites, bringing a little luxury to the Boquete countryside.

Nicaragua Stay

Finca San Juan de la Isla

Finca San Juan de la Isla

Located lakeside at Santo Domingo Beach, this laid-back and authentic Nicaraguan hacienda is a beautiful and welcoming base for your time in Ometepe.

Talk to the Vapues team about adding some unique local experiences to your tailored travel plans.

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