SOUFRIERE CATAMARAN FIELD GUIDE
From Cocoa Nibs to Sea Spray: An 8‑Hour Bean‑to‑Bar Passage off Soufrière
An eight‑hour catamaran cruise to Soufrière that pairs a hands‑on Project Chocolate bean‑to‑bar workshop with a Hotel Chocolat lunch and a coastal swim stop.
From Cocoa Nibs to Sea Spray: An 8‑Hour Bean‑to‑Bar Passage off Soufrière.
Embark on an eight‑hour catamaran cruise to Soufrière that combines shoreline exploration and hands‑on craft: a guided Bean‑to‑Bar session at Project Chocolate where you work from cocoa nibs to a finished bar, a cocoa‑infused lunch at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place, and a return to the boat for a refreshing swim and a northbound coastal cruise.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Bean‑to‑Bar Workshop at Project Chocolate
A hands‑on Seederie tutorial and history lesson leads into the core experience: starting with cocoa bean nibs, you craft your own chocolate bar using locally grown estate cocoa.
Lunch at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place
Lunch is served at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place, where each menu item incorporates a hint of cocoa for a savory and sweet exploration of the island’s chocolate flavors.
Catamaran Swim Stop and Northbound Cruise
After shore activities you rejoin the catamaran for a swim stop followed by a scenic cruise north along Soufrière’s coastline.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The day unfolds as a deliberate balance of land and sea: step ashore for an intimate Seederie tutorial and the tactile work of making your own chocolate bar, linger over a cocoa‑forward lunch at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place, then slip back into the water for a leisurely swim before the catamaran eases north along the coast.
THE TASTE
Bean‑to‑Bar Workshop at Project Chocolate
A hands‑on Seederie tutorial and history lesson leads into the core experience: starting with cocoa bean nibs, you craft your own chocolate bar using locally grown estate cocoa.
THE MEAL
Lunch at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place
Lunch is served at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place, where each menu item incorporates a hint of cocoa for a savory and sweet exploration of the island’s chocolate flavors.
THE COAST
Catamaran Swim Stop and Northbound Cruise
After shore activities you rejoin the catamaran for a swim stop followed by a scenic cruise north along Soufrière’s coastline.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this day trip.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Total trip duration is eight hours.
Published rates are Adults – $260; Children – $160.
The source material does not provide a specific gear list.
Meeting location and boarding details are not specified in the provided source material; consult the operator for exact departure point and time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Chocolate Bean to Bar & Soufrière Catamaran Experience?
The trip runs for eight hours.
What shore activities are included?
The shore program includes a Seederie tutorial at Project Chocolate and a bean‑to‑bar workshop where you make your own chocolate bar.
Is lunch included and what is it like?
Lunch is at Hotel Chocolat’s Market Place; the menu incorporates cocoa into each item.
Will there be time for swimming?
Yes — after the shore visit you return to the catamaran for a swim stop before cruising north along the coastline.
What are the published rates?
Published rates in the source material are Adults $260 and Children $160.