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5 Best Coffee Tours & Farms In Puerto Rico (2024)

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No trip to Puerto Rico is complete without visiting a coffee farm to enjoy a cup (or more) of coffee. 

With over fifteen coffee farms, Puerto Rico has a beloved and thriving coffee culture.

Some of my fondest memories on the island involve sharing a cup of joe with a loved one at one of the beautiful haciendas around the island.  

In this article, I will cover the five best coffee tours & farms in Puerto Rico:

1. Hacienda Muñoz 

Hacienda Muñoz is a charming coffee farm that offers award-winning coffee and breathtaking sights.

During your visit, you’ll get to know the ins and outs of the coffee business and the secrets behind their three-time award-winning coffee, Café Hacienda Muñoz.

Are you planning a party?

Hacienda Muñoz makes a great wedding and event venue. 

Here’s an Instagram reel of Hacienda Muñoz:

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Hacienda Munoz is located less than an hour drive from San Juan.

Here’s a Google Map showing the location of Hacienda Muñoz:

For more information, visit the Hacienda Muñoz website .

Before you head into Puerto Rico’s mountains, check out our article 15 Best Outdoor Activities In Puerto Rico.

2. Café Hacienda San Pedro 

Café Hacienda San Pedro takes you a century into the past.

This 19th-century family-owned farm has cultivated, harvested, and processed coffee the same (tasty) way for three generations.

The tour includes a guided walk through the grounds and factory, where you’ll learn more about the farm’s history. The tour ends with a freshly grounded cup of coffee. 

Here’s a video of Café Hacienda San Pedro:

Café Hacienda San Pedro is located in Jayuya, the coffee capital of the island.

This Google Map shows the location of Café Hacienda San Pedro: ​​

Although perfect for a road trip, this journey is unsuitable for those prone to motion sickness.

For more information, visit the Café Hacienda San Pedro website .

Make it a day trip and explore one of Puerto Rico’s best museums, Museo el Cemí, located in the same area as Hacienda San Pedro.

Learn more in our article 12 Best Museums In Puerto Rico.

3. Hacienda Lealtad 

Built by Frenchman Juan Bautista Plumey in 1830, Hacienda Lealtad tells the story of profit, struggle, and revolt when the island’s coffee production was at its prime. 

This tour perfectly mixes history, agriculture, and coffee tasting.

The tour ends with a cup of their famous medium-roast coffee, Café Lealtad, and a sample of their coffee-infused flan. 

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The route to Hacienda Lealtad may be challenging due to its narrow streets, curves, and location. But trust me, the trip is worth it! 

For more information, call Hacienda Lealtad at +1 (787) 897-8181.

This mountainous region is home to some of the island’s best waterfalls.

Learn more in our article 15 Best Waterfalls In Puerto Rico.

4. Hacienda Buena Vista

Hacienda Buena Vista is a restored mid-19th-century hydro-powered coffee plantation and museum. 

During the tour, you’ll explore the estate’s grounds, where the workers and Vives family lived and labored to learn more about Puerto Rico’s former coffee production and distribution techniques.

Here’s a video of Hacienda Buena Vista:

Hacienda Buena Vista is located in Ponce , the “Pearl of the South”.

Here’s a Google Map with the location of Hacienda Buena Vista:  

Attention, chocolate lovers! Hacienda Buena Vista also harvests and processes cacao. 

For more information, call Hacienda Buena Vista at +1 (787) 384-7020

Learn more about the area in our article 25 Best Things To Do In Ponce.

5. Hacienda Tres Ángeles

Hacienda Tres Ángeles offers high-quality coffee, heavenly views, and an award-winning coffee tour.  

This tour thoroughly explores the coffee-making (and tasting) process. In 2015, the World Tourism Organization awarded Hacienda Trés Ángeles the World Champions of Tourism title.

Check out the video below of Hacienda Tres Ángeles:

Hacienda Tres Ángeles is located in Adjuntas, home to the El Gigante Dormido, a mountain range whose silhouette projects what seems to be a sleeping giant.

Here’s a Google Map with the location of Hacienda Tres Ángeles:

For more information, call Hacienda Tres Ángeles at +1 (787) 360-0019.

FAQ section

Is visiting a coffee farm a fun activity for families.

Visiting a coffee farm is a fun, informative, and delicious activity for the whole family. Kids can enjoy the animals and machinery while the adults take in the delightful aromas and views.

Which coffee farm is closest to San Juan in Puerto Rico?

Hacienda Muñoz is the closest coffee farm to San Juan, Puerto Rico (around 26 miles). All the other farms take about two hours to get there, while Hacienda Muñoz is less than an hour away.

Final thoughts

Visiting a coffee farm is an ideal way to experience Puerto Rican culture.

So, buckle up and escape the city and beaches to discover the captivating roasts, smells and sights of Puerto Rico’s top coffee farms.  

After your coffee run, check out Puerto Rico’s chocolate farms in our article 5 Best Chocolate Tours & Farms In Puerto Rico . 

You may also enjoy our article 45 Best Things To Do In Puerto Rico .

Cristina Rosa

Writer at PuertoRico.com. I was born and raised in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. I know all the ins and outs of the island. For 22 years, I’ve tasted, seen, experienced, and explored most of Puerto Rico’s gems. I still have many road trips planned for all of the things that I’ve yet to experience in Puerto Rico.

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5 Must-Visit Coffee Haciendas in Puerto Rico

Coffee lovers, rejoice. The lush mountainsides of Puerto Rico promise more than just amazing views. Home to dozens of coffee plantations dating back to the 1800s, they’re the hallmark of a coffee culture that’s just as rich and robust as its beloved brew.

It goes without saying then, that a visit to an authentic hacienda for a coffee farm tour is a Puerto Rico must. While there’s a long list that we’re sure you’d love, we’ll keep it to five of the island’s most-loved coffee plantation tours. 

Hacienda Muñoz

No matter how much you love a dark roast, one of the best parts about a coffee tour in Puerto Rico has to be the views. Hacienda Muñoz tends to be a crowd favorite for just that reason. A quick, 30-minute drive from Old San Juan, Hacienda Muñoz feels worlds away with its open, green spaces and rolling hillsides lined with coffee fields.

The walking tour runs through Puerto Rico’s agricultural history, digging into the coffee production and roasting process. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting before relaxing in the hacienda’s on-site coffee shop or restaurant. Tours are offered in both English and Spanish.

Sandra Farms

When it comes to Adjuntas’ Sandra Farms there’s a lot to love. Their dedication to sustainable farming practices and their lively tour guides are a good place to start—but the artisan chocolate on the tour really sends it over the top. (Is there honestly a better pairing?)

But truly, this is the spot to visit if eco-friendly agriculture fits anywhere into your interests. They’ve mastered the craft, making them one of the most sustainable coffee plantations in all of Puerto Rico.

Plus, the winding 4×4 road up to the hacienda doubles as a unique way to enjoy a little off-roading adventure.

Hacienda Tres Angeles

While you’re up in Adjuntas, add Hacienda Tres Angeles to the list. Another eco-friendly coffee farm with a dedication to sustainability, this family-owned and operated hacienda offers the best of everything.

Perched on a mountain top, the views of the island countryside are worth the drive alone. You’ll be charmed by the plantation history, the family that runs it and of course, the quality of everything at the farm—from the coffee beans to the café. Here, you’ll feel like part of the family.

Please note that tours are currently offered in Spanish only.

Hacienda Pomarrosa

Here’s where things get interesting. A certified agro-tourism destination, this family-owned plantation takes things to the next level with a unique coffee farm bed and breakfast on-site.

Clean, comfortable and brimming with good old fashioned Puerto Rican hospitality, a stay at Hacienda Pomarrosa is guaranteed to become one of your most treasured memories. Join for an intimate coffee tour, then settle in for a stunning sunset on the porch.

In the morning, enjoy a freshly prepared Caribbean breakfast paired with—of course—a cup or two of Puerto Rico’s best coffee. From the first moment to the last, the entire experience is the perfect island adventure.

Hacienda Buena Vista

History comes to life at Hacienda Buena Vista. An original plantation from the 1800s, this restored property now acts as a living museum of sorts. Visit for an in-depth exploration of Puerto Rico’s long and complex history as a coffee exporter.

You’ll be able to tour the grounds, visiting the various buildings and getting an up-close look at the centuries-old coffee processing equipment. There’s no café or tasting here, but the tour guides are some of the most knowledgeable on the island and the story they tell is fascinating.

Please note, advanced reservations are required to visit the property.

Visit Puerto Rico’s Coffee Shops

Short on time? No matter how badly you want to visit, finding time for a coffee plantation tour in Puerto Rico isn’t always easy. Fear not—a tasty cup of a local roast is never too far away.

For a quick coffee break, head to one of the island’s many artisan coffee shops & cafés:

• Café Cola’o : San Juan . Small café located by the harbor. Come for strong brews from local beans and excellent guava pastries.
• Cuatro Sombras : Old San Juan . A trendy, well-loved staple with a farm-to-cup philosophy using 100% local coffee beans. Hearty breakfasts & lunches available.
• Café Don Ruiz : San Juan . A hip café tucked inside of a museum. In-house roasted coffee beans, trendy ambiance and tasty food.
• Chocobar Cortés : San Juan . Creative café dedicated to all things chocolate. Pair a mocha with a plate of their famous churros with a chocolate dip.
• Finca Cialitos : San Juan . Come for a never blended cup of 100% Puerto Rican coffee. Large selection of drinks and bags of coffee beans to take home.
• Lluvia Deli Bar & Artefacto : Palmer . Tasty breakfast restaurant near the El Yunque rainforest. Great stop before heading out on a zipline tour or hike.

There’s truly no wrong time to enjoy a cup of pure Puerto Rican coffee. Whether sipping on an iced coffee before a beach day, a fresh cup following a hacienda tour or an energizing brew midway through a   food tour of Old San Juan , make sure you have at least one.

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Welcome to an unforgettable journey through the enchanting towns of San Lorenzo and Las Piedras, where you will immerse yourself in the rich culture, history, and flavors that define this picturesque region. Your adventure begins at the renowned Coffee Farm, a local award-winning coffee farm that promises an immersive experience into the art and science of coffee cultivation.

For groups exceeding six individuals, we are prepared to make exceptions and extend our tour availability to accommodate your needs. Specifically, we are willing to schedule tours on Mondays through Thursdays upon request. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to arrange a tour on these alternative days.

Excursion Day Itinerary:

9:30 am – Pick-up at Your Location:

Get ready for a day of exploration and adventure! Our friendly guide will pick you up at your designated location, ensuring a comfortable and convenient start to your Local Coffee Farm journey.

First Stop: Coffee Farm

As you step onto the sprawling plantation, the air is filled with the intoxicating aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans. Our knowledgeable guides will walk you through the intricate process of creating the perfect cup of coffee – from the careful cultivation of the beans in the lush fields to the precise roasting techniques that bring out the unique flavors of the region. Engage your senses as you savor the distinct aromas and flavors that make this coffee farm a standout in the world of coffee production.

At the Coffee Farm you will not only learn about the technicalities of coffee making but also discover the passion, history, and expertise that go into every sip. The captivating coffee farm tour offers a journey into the heart of San Lorenzo, allowing you to appreciate the dedication of the farmers and artisans who contribute to the region’s rich coffee culture.

Second Stop: Petroglyph Park **Only open on weekdays**

After an enlightening experience at the coffee farm, your tour continues to a petroglyph park, providing a glimpse into the fascinating world of the Taino descendants. Explore ancient caves and rocks adorned with intricate petroglyphs that narrate stories of the indigenous people who once inhabited these lands. The petroglyph park serves as a testament to the historical roots and cultural significance of the region.

The indigenous people known as the Taíno Indians inhabited Borinquen, their name for Puerto Rico, for approximately 700 to 1000 years. La Cueva del Indio in Las Piedras was unearthed during excavations conducted by developers in 1982. Upon realizing its significance, the site was promptly safeguarded and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Monuments since 2003. Continuing on, you’ll encounter a batey, or a “ceremonial area,” resembling a rectangular space defined by standing stones. Some of these rocks showcase petroglyphs depicting faces, the sun, geometric shapes, and animals.

Third Stop: Local Restaurant

As your exploration unfolds, the next stop on your adventure is a local restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to indulge in authentic cultural food and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere. Savor the flavors of traditional dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients, giving you a true taste of the region’s culinary delights.

Having experienced the best of San Lorenzo and Las Piedras, your journey concludes as you head back to your destination, carrying with you the memories of a day filled with aromatic coffee, ancient history, and delicious cultural cuisine. This tour promises to be a sensory delight, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for the unique charm of these charming towns.

NOTE: Food is not included.

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• Develop your palate by engaging your senses in a guided coffee tasting session
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• Learn about the historical roots and cultural importance of the region
• Eat at a local restaurant

Additional Recommendations:

• Camera or Smartphone: Capture the picturesque landscapes, intricate petroglyphs, and memorable moments throughout the tour.
• Water Bottle: Stay hydrated during the day, especially when exploring outdoor sites like the petroglyph park.
• Notebook and Pen: Jot down interesting facts and reflections during the tour, enhancing your learning experience.
• Open Mind: Embrace the cultural diversity and historical significance of the region with an open mind, allowing for a more enriching experience.
• Local Currency: Carry some local currency for potential souvenir purchases or additional items not covered in the tour.

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Walk through the coffee plantation.

Coffee seed and tree planting (according to availability).

Coffee collection (according to availability).

Learn about its drying and roasting process.

Live a complete experience learning how to prepare and taste coffee.

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The Coolest Coffee Plantations You Need to Visit in Puerto Rico

One of the best-known items produced in Puerto Rico, in addition to rum , is coffee. Coffee production on the island goes back centuries, and at one point, Puerto Rico was among the top 10 coffee producers worldwide, according to Sandra Farms Coffee. Currently, there is a shortage of labor in the coffee industry, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plantations, or haciendas, for visitors to experience. Learn about the following haciendas , their delightful products, and a bit about Puerto Rico’s famous coffee. Did you know – Culture Trip now does bookable, small-group trips? Pick from authentic, immersive Epic Trips , compact and action-packed Mini Trips and sparkling, expansive Sailing Trips .

Hacienda buena vista.

Made up of 87 acres, Hacienda Buena Vista in Ponce is probably Puerto Rico’s most famous coffee plantation and now functions as a museum; however, at one point, it used to ship approximately 10,000 pounds of coffee to Europe each year. The 19th-century hacienda’s notable features include stables, former slave quarters, the manor house, and a corn mill, which receives water from a canal. Group tours are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Sandra Farms Coffee

Dating back to 2001, Sandra Farms Coffee is named after one of the owners of the business, Sandra Gonzalez—the other owner being Israel Gonzalez. To process the coffee, they utilize environmentally friendly techniques that result in less water and energy use. This mountain-grown Arabica coffee brand operates using Fair Trade standards, and the coffee is made to order. Make sure to check out some of their products online.

Hacienda Gran Batey

Founded in 2003 and located in Utuado, the Hacienda Gran Batey is a family-run business that produces made-to-order Arabica coffee, made entirely in Puerto Rico. According to their website , they focus on quality and freshness and utilize a couple of different ways for processing the coffee beans. José B. Morales, who runs the business with his wife and kids, is a retired agronomist. Anyone interested in seeing photos of their products?

Hacienda Tres Angeles

Another coffee producing location near the center of Puerto Rico, but in the town of Adjuntas, is Hacienda Tres Angeles . At the hacienda , the coffee produced is single-origin Arabica/Caturra, and there is a café on-site where visitors can enjoy their brand of coffee. When it comes to awards , it’s worth mentioning that this business was “the first Agro-tourism Certified farm by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company” and was named Tourism World Champions by the United Nations World Tourism Organization in 2015. To catch a glimpse of the hacienda and its products, visit their official website . In addition to the coffee made at the haciendas featured here, other popular Puerto Rican brands of coffee include Café Yaucono , Café Rico , and Café Lareño . Coffee lovers and casual drinkers really can’t lose by taking a trip to Puerto Rico.

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Hacienda Encantos - Coffee Farm Spotlight

Posted by Puerto Rico Coffee Team on Nov 27th 2023

Welcome to our first coffee farm spotlight for 2022. This series will give you a virtual coffee farm tour experience as we visit the farms that produce the coffee we purchase for roasting.

Puerto Rico Coffee Roasters purchases coffee cheries and green coffee beans (unroasted dry coffee) from thousands of coffee farmers throughout the island. Along with the women and men that tend to them, these farms are the true heroes behind the delicious coffee cup you enjoy every day.

Our first spotlight in 2022 is Hacienda Encantos. This enchanting farm is located between 2600 and 3000 ft above sea level in the mountains of Jayuya, Puerto Rico. Hacienda Encantos is one of the three coffee farms owned and operated by our own team at Puerto Rico Coffee Roasters.

The farm has over 300 acres of land. Approximately 150 are active coffee plantations, and the remaining land is reserved for conservation purposes.

The farm, which also has one of our coffee tree nurseries, is managed by a team of 20-40 women and men. The team is comprised of members as young as 18 and other members well over their 60 years young. Experience merged with youthful enthusiasm and drive makes for an incredible working atmosphere at Hacienda Encantos.

Hacienda Encantos is a 100% Arabica coffee farm with 8 varieties in the active harvest. The farm is Puerto Rico's only farm in active collaboration with World Coffee Research through the International Multilocation Variety Trial, a first-of-its-kind undertaking to facilitate the global exchange of the world’s highest quality coffee varieties. (Read more here)

This beautiful coffee hacienda is the birthplace of many of our best coffee batches. The ideal soil, perfect temperatures, and elevation help our team harvest some of Puerto Rico's best specialty coffee.

You can enjoy coffee harvest from Hacienda Encantos in products such as Encantos Origins , Café Yaucono , and Café Alto Grande .

Thank you for visiting Hacienda Encantos with us. We look forward to our next Coffee Farm Spotlight.

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Puerto Rican Coffee – From Bush to Bag to Cup

The coffee plantations (and all agriculture) were hit hard by Hurricane Maria. Farms are busy replanting. Some (like POmarrosa) have restarted tours…call and ask!

Here is another tidbit about us … we don’t drink coffee. But, this doesn’t stop us from growing some coffee bushes on our property and being interested in coffee production on the island. I have long been meaning to visit a working coffee plantation (usually called a Hacienda ) but kind of felt odd about it, since we don’t drink coffee.

As luck would have it, my brother and sister-in-law enjoy coffee. So we took the day during their recent visit and did a tour of Hacienda Pomarrosa . It was educational and (so they tell me) very delicious!

As it turns out, the best Puerto Rican coffee comes from ripe beans grown high in the cool, moist mountain regions of the Toro Negro mountain range, toward the west. There are a number of coffee Haciendas in the towns of Jayuya, San Sebastian, Ponce, Adjuntas, Las Marias and Lares. It takes over 2 hours to drive to many of these places from the San Juan area, on some twisting, curving roads. So take your time, and plan on it being a full-day trip, or maybe even plan on an overnight stay in the area.

Most of larger coffee plantations are not open to the public, but some of the smaller, specialty/gourmet places are open for tours, and purchases. Our tour at the small, gourmet coffee plantation Hacienda Pomarrosa ( or Golden Roseapple Farm) was conducted by the owner, Kurt Legner. I will pass on some of the information we learned about coffee and then tell you about our tour.

Some History of Coffee (Around the World & in Puerto Rico)

Coffee is originally from Ethiopa (Africa). It was spread from that region by the Moors. Coffee was eventually brought to Puerto Rico in 1736, along with the slave labor required to work the fields. It was not a highly popular crop, and a number of hardships (both natural and man-made) made other crops more profitable. Over time, the quality of coffee became better and the world’s taste changed, making coffee a desirable crop.

Puerto Rico’s coffee production became a major economic boom for the island. But, mountain life was hard, picking the coffee is hard work, and jobs were easier in the cities. In more recent history, Puerto Rican businesses had to follow labor laws, and growing coffee became less profitable.

Today, much of the coffee crop goes unpicked because there are not enough workers willing to work in the fields. The island’s demand for coffee currently exceeds its production, which requires the importation of coffee beans (and, enevitably, coffee pests). These new pests are further reducing the production of coffee on the island.

Our Tour at Hacienda Pomarrosa

The tour started with a nice cup of coffee and some homemade banana bread in the outdoor gazebo. While we munched on the goodies, Kurt gave us the history of coffee, how he came to grow it as a business, and his take on current state of coffee production in Puerto Rico. Once we were ready, we headed to the fields (just a short walk).

Currently, he has about 3 acres of Arabica coffee plants in production and hopes to expand. He showed us fruit on the plants that were green (unripe) and red (ripe). He told us about the coffee borer, an insect that ruins the beans and how they are trying to control it. He discussed how difficult it is to hand pick the coffee (it grows on steep muddy hills and the bags weigh a lot). In Puerto Rico, the farms are required to pay at least minimum wage (which makes it hard to find workers, and cuts into the bottom line).

After the fields, we headed to the production area. The first stop was the separating area, where they separating the ripe from the unripe fruit, and pick out any debris. He can sell the unripe and imperfect fruit to the other coffee brands, who allow a large percentage of unripe beans in their products.

The red (ripe) fruits are then sent down the water shoot to the machine that removes the fruit from the bean. Then the beans are dried to specific humidity in a series of machines. Next, they are hulled (removing the bean from a natural coating).

At this point in the process, they are called "green coffee beans", and they can be stored in this state until they are needed. When an order comes in, they roast the beans, and then pack them right away.

After our tour of the production area, we headed back to the gazebo. Kurt made some expresso, and we sat and enjoyed the coffee, company, and cool weather.

NOTE: As it turns out, the best time to go on a coffee tour is during harvesting/processing time (which is October to December). During that time, you can see the whole production process from field to roaster. We went in April, so the bushes were just in flower, but Kurt took us around everywhere, and showed us all the equipment and the beans they had in the last stages of production.

Some Info About "Puerto Rican" Coffee

For years, I have been sending coffee to a friend in the States who loves Puerto Rican coffee (cafe). About 2 years ago, the brand she liked disappeared from store shelves and, after trying other brands, she told me she didn’t like the taste. I was wondering what happened.

It turns out that CC1 Limited Partnership , the parent company of Puerto Rico Coca-Cola Bottlers , purchased about 80% of the island’s coffee market. They produce most of the island’s various brands of "Puerto Rican" coffee, under the Puerto Rico Coffee Roasters LLC name.

Since Puerto Rico’s coffee demand exceeds local production, most of the beans that go into the regular brands of "Puerto Rican" coffee beans are imported from other countries to be blended with a certain percentage of Puerto Rican beans. Check the label before you buy the regular grade coffee products— unless it says 100% Puerto Rican coffee beans , it most probably isn’t 100% locally grown coffee.

I spent time at a couple supermarkets reading coffee bags. Many bags say 100% Pure or Hecho en Puerto Rico , but don’t be fooled. It seems that you need to do some work to get real Puerto Rican coffee — either go to a specialty store or a coffee Hacienda and purchase the gourmet coffees. Or, at least, really study the labels in the supermarket. There are still a few local growers (some have formed a co-op) that produce regular grade (but still tasty) 100% Puerto Rican coffee such as Cafe Cibales and Cafe Mami . The other thing: prices of regular grade coffee are controlled by the government , so as you pay more, quality (and taste) will go up also. Update 2017 The law has changed and they now have to say if beans are imported on the label)and there are more local brands coming to supermarkets, so just read the labels carefully!

Coffee Tours

In 2008, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company started promoting a Coffee Zone , where a number of the small gourmet haciendas open their places to the public. It is an effort to promote Agrotourism on the island.

Using the PRTC information, I called each of the Haciendas on the list to find the current (as of April 2011) information about tours. Some are free, some are low-priced, most offer coffee tastings, and all of them really hope you buy some of their coffee.

You need to call first for reservations and to ensure an English-speaking guide. You can drive yourselves, or if you don’t want to brave the roads, there are some tour companies that can make the arrangement and provide transportation.

Hacienda Pomarrosa in Ponce — This is the tour that we did, and we highly recommend it. Tours are by appointment only Tuesday- Saturday at 11am. $20/person. Allow 2 hours for the tour. They also have 2 cottages on the plantation for nightly rentals. Phone: 787-844-3541 or 787-460-8934 or 787-461-8493. Web: their webpage .

Hacienda Buena Vista in Ponce — This restored mid-19th century coffee plantation is owned by the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust. Guided tours are offered in Spanish and English. It’s more of a museum tour than a "plantation". We visited here years ago, and recommend it. You can read our review for more details and contact info.

Hacienda San Pedro in Jayuya — They offer 2 tours (12n & 2pm), on Saturdays and Sunday only with reservation . The tour of the facilities is $10/person and takes about 45 mins. Reservations are required, call Tel. 787-828-2083 Mondays to Fridays from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The have a coffee shop and little historical museum.

Hacienda Tres Picachos in Jayuya — They offer tours of the facilities with previous reservations Mondays- Saturdays from 9am-4pm. Call Tel. 787-332-4950. They also have a museum of antiques and artifacts. And restaurant and coffee shop open weekends.

Hacienda Tres Angeles in Adjuntas — Open only Friday-Sunday. They have a restaurant/coffee shop. Coffee Tours on Saturdays 10:00am by appointment only. Tours are about 30 mins. From field to cup (which tastings). Tour cost is $15.00 per person, kids up to 12 yo $5. Please call to reserve (787) 360-0019.

Hacienda Palma Escrita in Las Marias — MAY still offer tours..call them. They have a restaurant. They also have a gift shop/store and coffee! Phone: 787-210-8252

This next couple of places are not on the Puerto Rico Tourism Company "coffee tour" list, though they offer a tour …

Cafe Gran Batey in Utuado — Tour from bush to bag and then tasting! Free. Reservations not required, but preferred. Tour lasts approx 1-1½ hours. Phone: 787- 636-5442 or 787-608-1246. Web: www.cafegranbatey.com .

Hacienda La Mocha in Ponce — Offers a tour from field to machinery and tastings. Cost $15 pp. To make reservations: Phone:(787) 644-4469 or email: [email protected] Web: www.Haciendalamocha.com . They also have guestrooms on the property for rent.

The next couple places supposedly have their farms that are open to the public. They don’t have tours and are ore of a coffee shop and/or restaurant. I tried contacting them using the information provided by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, but had no luck getting answers via phone/email. Maybe you will have better luck.

Hacienda Lareno in Lares. I hear there is no tour, but you can take pictures of the farm and buy coffee — 897-3643 or maybe 787-316-4939

Hacienda Lucero , in Ponce, 787-848-8387.

Hacienda Monte Alto in Adjuntas — Phone: 787-829-5353

Hacienda El Jibarito and Hacienda Gripinas are old coffee plantations that are now Paradores, which means they have been converted into small, basic hotels. Both were still closed after Hurricane Maria in May 2018 when I updated this article. You can try calling to see if they have reopened. El Jibarito (closed after Hurricane Maria) -in San Sebastian, 787-280-4040 and Gripinas (closed after hurricane Maria), in Juyuya, 787-828-1717.

Some other ideas for coffee lovers …

Museo del Cafe in Ciales — Located at 42 Palmer Street, this coffee museum roasts and sells fresh coffee. I believe the tour and all the information is only in Spanish, but you can call and see if they have a bi-lingual guide available 787-871-3439. Open Monday to Friday from 8am to 3pm, Saturday/Sunday 8am-5pm. Our review of the museum.

Coffee Tasting Class at Cuatro Sombras in Old San Juan. Our review of the class.

Coffee Festival in Maricao — Annual festival, usually the second weekend in February (but double check the dates to be sure).

Details For the Hacienda Pomarrosa Tour

The price of the tour is $20/person.

Tours are by appointment only Tuesday-Saturday at 11am and again at 1pm. Call, email them or use their webpage to make a reservation.

Note that it is cooler up in the mountains. It was 68°F the day we when, while it was 80°F in San Juan. You might want to bring a sweater. And you are walking in farm, closed toe shoes are recommended.

Allow about 2 hours for the tour.

You can call them at 787-844-3541, 787-460-8934 or 787-461-8493, for more information or to make a reservation.

You can visit the Hacienda Pomarrosa web site for more information or to purchase coffee.

Driving directions from the San Juan area: Take Route 52 toward Ponce. Exit onto Route 10 toward Adjuntas. Follow Route 10 to Route 143, where you’ll turn right. Follow Route 143 to Route 511, turn right. Follow Route 511 — Hacienda Pomarrosa will be on your left after you go around a curve.

Allow at least 2 hours for the drive from the San Juan area.

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