★ 5.0 on Google · 2 hours · Small groups · Rain or shine · Free cancellation up to 48 h before
Finca Paraíso: Hands-On Monteverde Tours on a Family Farm
Milk a cow, make fresh cheese and bake your own bread with the family that runs the farm. Two hours, small groups, in English or Spanish.
Ordeña una vaca, haz queso fresco y hornea tu propio pan con la familia que trabaja la finca.
Our Monteverde Tours
Two experiences, both hands-on and about two hours long. Do one, or combine them for a full morning on the farm.
2 HOURS · FROM $35
Farm & Cheese Tour – 2 Hours
Walk the pastures, meet our cows and try milking by hand. Then make fresh cheese and taste it with handmade tortillas and Costa Rican coffee.
- $35 per adult · $20 per child (2 to 12) · under 2 free
- Costa Rican residents: ₡12,000 adult · ₡7,000 child
- Starts at 8 AM, 11 AM and 2 PM
2 HOURS · FROM $35
Bread Making Class – 2 Hours
Knead, shape and bake traditional bread in our farm kitchen, and make empanadas while it bakes.
- $35 per adult · $20 per child (2 to 12) · under 2 free
- Costa Rican residents: ₡12,000 adult · ₡7,000 child
- Starts at 10 AM, 1 PM and 4 PM
Why Our Farm Is One of the Best Tours in Monteverde
Most tours in Monteverde are about looking: the forest from a bridge, the canopy from a cable. On our farm, you use your hands.
You do it yourself
You milk, you make the cheese, you knead the bread.
You eat what you make
Fresh cheese, warm bread and tortillas off the griddle.
You learn from the family
The family runs the farm every day, so every question gets a real answer.
It fits easily into your Monteverde plans: we are about 15 minutes from Santa Elena, so you can zipline or visit the hanging bridges in the morning and come to the farm in the afternoon.
Rain or Shine: A Covered Activity in Monteverde
Monteverde is a cloud forest: rain and mist are part of the deal, especially from May to November. Milking, cheese making, the tasting and the bread class all take place under roof, so your tour goes ahead even when the forest is in the clouds.
Small Groups with the Family That Runs the Farm
Groups are capped at 10 people, so everyone gets a turn milking and pressing cheese. You are hosted by Orlando and his family, who run the farm every day.
For families
Monteverde Tours for Families
Kids bottle-feed calves, milk a cow and shape their own cheese and dough, so they are busy the whole time. Children under 2 join free.
Guest Reviews
★ 5.0 on Google · 254 reviews
EXCELLENT
Based on 254 reviews
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Emily SaavedraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sweet and beautiful stop for your costa rica journey! Amazing tourPosted on Google![]()
JonnyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Wowzers. A last minute “what should we do to pass the time” turned into one of the highlights of our trip. Orlando and his family are so genuinely gracious even by Costa Rican standards (everyone is ridiculously nice here). The cheese being delicious was a cherry on top. I remember drinking raw milk as a kid and thinking “this is gross”. But the milk straight out of the udder was the best milk I’ve ever had, sweet even. You don’t have to do that of course, but it seems that enough people have asked that he even has cocoa powder ready to make into chocolate milk for you (which unsurprisingly was the best chocolate milk I’ve ever had). An organic farming family that loves what they do and want to share that with others. We were lucky enough to experience that little slice of heaven.Posted on Google![]()
Alex MishinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very nice experience. Hosts are friendly and take good care of the farm.Posted on Google![]()
Orly LichterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Absolutely amazing experience! Very nice local family farm. One of the best experiences we did in Costa RicaPosted on Google![]()
Prateek PatilTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great tour! The kids loved it, especially milking the cow, making cheese, and making tortillas.Posted on Google![]()
ArashTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had such an amazing time at Finca Paraiso, a family run farm where Orlando is incredibly passionate and explains everything so well. We milked a cow, fed the cows, and got to experience farm life in a super hands on way, which felt really special in today’s digital world. It was honestly one of the most unique experiences I have ever had and perfect for all ages, and making our own cheese at the end was the cherry on top, it was delicious. Highly recommend this tour.Posted on Google![]()
Neeka SabriTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This cheese tour at Finca Paraiso was unforgettable. Orlando and his family are amazing hosts and make the entire experience feel authentic and meaningful. We fed the cows, milked a cow ourselves, and really connected with the farm and the animals. It felt refreshing and grounding to step away from technology and experience something so real. Making cheese at the end was the highlight, and the cheese tasted incredible. This is a must do experience for anyone visiting, no matter the agePosted on Google![]()
Moritz AblerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sehr interessante Eindrücke, vom Farmleben bis hin zur Käseherstellung. Kühe auf der Weide, eine freilaufende Katze und Hühner - echtes Landleben! Zur Tour gehört unter anderem das füttern von Jungkühen. Auch werden zum Ende der Tour Tortillas selbstgebacken und zusammen mit dem frischen Käse serviert. Super lecker und absolut empfehlenswert! Am besten direkt über die Website buchen, da Plattformen wie Getyourguide immer eine Vermittlungsgebühr kassieren.Posted on Google![]()
Chris STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Orlando and his family were great! Our whole family had a wonderful experience on the tour of the farm. We got to see several of the various animals on the farm and interact with them, like feeding the baby cows with milk and leaves, playing with their 4 month old farm kitten, and milking a cow, which none of us had never done. Afterwards we made tortillas and Orlando’s sister made fresh cheese which we ate with the tortillas and our choice of coffee, tea or agua dulce. If you get the agua dulce, ask Orlando for a lime to squeeze into the agua dulce. My wife said it reminded her of her abuelita’s agua dulce that she always served. I highly recommend booking this tour, Orlando’s hospitality is top notch and it felt like a very unique “tico” experience.Posted on Google![]()
Tianwei XuTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Amazing experience! You can feed the cow, milk the cow, and make tortillas. The guide is very nice.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified that these reviews were published on Finca El Paraiso Cheese Farm Tour Monteverde's Google Business Profile. Learn more
Monteverde Tours FAQ
How much do your Monteverde tours cost?
The Farm & Cheese Tour and the Bread Making Class cost $35 per adult and $20 per child from 2 to 12 years old; children under 2 join free. Costa Rican residents pay ₡12,000 per adult and ₡7,000 per child. You pay by card when you book online, and you can cancel for free up to 48 hours before.
Can I combine a farm tour with ziplining or hanging bridges on the same day?
Yes. Each of our tours takes two hours, so it fits in half a day. Many guests do a zipline or the hanging bridges in the morning and join our 2 PM farm tour.
Do you offer hotel pickup in Monteverde?
Yes, from hotels in Santa Elena and Monteverde for $15 per person, round trip. We are about 15 minutes from Santa Elena, and there is free parking at the farm.
Are the tours in English?
Yes. Every tour runs in English or Spanish, and mixed groups get both.
Are children welcome?
Yes. Both experiences are family friendly, and kids stay busy feeding the animals, milking and making cheese or dough. Children from 2 to 12 years old pay $20.
What should I bring?
Closed shoes, a light jacket and a rain jacket: Monteverde is cool and the weather changes quickly. If you do not have boots, we lend rubber boots. And your camera for the milking photos.
How to Get to Finca Paraíso
- From Santa Elena (Monteverde): about 15 minutes by car
- From La Fortuna or San José: about 3.5 hours by road to Monteverde
- Hotel pickup: $15 per person, round trip
- Parking: free at the farm
- Road: well-kept gravel, fine for any car
Souvenir Finca Paraíso
Our shop at the farm, with handmade crafts by local artisans. Stop by during your tour.
HANDMADE
Creaciones Yolanda
Unique pieces by Doña Yolanda, an artisan from Monteverde who has worked with her hands since she was a child.
CROCHET
Amygurumis CR
Eimmy crochets the Amygurumis CR amigurumis by hand. Find them at the shop or in her online store.
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