Time: 16:00 - Pick up at the Hotel Santa Catalina
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Participants meet at the Hotel Santa Catalina, where a team of guides and support staff will be waiting to welcome them.
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Departure by bus to La Laja Estate in Agaete. During the trip, general information about the island and what is to come will be provided.
Time: 16:45 - Arrival at Finca de La Laja (Agaete)
Time: 17:00 - Guided tour of the coffee farm
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Tour of the farm where the different varieties of coffee are grown.
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Explanation of the process of cultivation, harvesting and production of coffee in the Canary Islands.
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Opportunity to see how the facilities work and learn about the history of coffee in the region.
Time: 17:45 - Tasting of coffee and local produce
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Participants will be able to taste different types of coffee from the farm, accompanied by local products (such as biscuits, Canarian cheeses and jams).
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Short interactive workshop where participants will learn how to identify the different flavour profiles in coffee.
Time: 18:15 - Canarian Mojos Workshop
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Participants are divided into small groups to learn how to make traditional Canarian mojos.
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Instructions for preparing both red and green mojo, using fresh local ingredients.
Time: 19:00 - Departure to the area of Arucas
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The group will go to the La Rekompensa Estatelocated in the area of Arucas.
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During the tour, the guide will provide information on the history of banana cultivation in the Canary Islands and the economic and cultural importance of this fruit.
Time: 19:30 - Visit to La Rekompensa Estate
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On arrival, an expert in banana cultivation will give a talk on the history of bananas in the Canary Islands, their evolution and their impact on the local economy.
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Tour of the farm to see the banana cultivation and plantations, with an explanation of the agricultural techniques used.
Time: 20:15 - Exclusive dinner between banana plantations
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Participants will enjoy an exclusive dinner in an open space among the banana plantations, overlooking the North Sea.
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The menu will include typical Canarian dishes such as fish stew, papas arrugadas con mojo, goat meat and traditional desserts.
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During dinner, there will be live music or entertainment, with a relaxed and unique atmosphere.
Time: 23:00 - Return to Hotel Santa Catalina
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After dinner, the participants will take the buses back to the Hotel Santa Catalina.
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Estimated arrival time at the hotel: 23:30.
This programme offers a unique experience, combining history, culture and local gastronomy in a spectacular setting, providing participants with an unforgettable day in the Canary Islands.
*a brief history of coffee:
The La Laja Estatelocated in the municipality of Agaete, in the north of Gran Canaria, has a history that dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. On this estate, coffee cultivation began in a unique environment, thanks to the climatic and geographical conditions of the area. The mountains of Agaete, with their special microclimate, offer mild temperatures, constant humidity and nutrient-rich volcanic soils, creating an ideal place for coffee growing.
Agaete's coffee, especially that of Finca La Laja, stands out for its unique taste and high quality, which comes from the combination of traditional cultivation techniques and modern processing methods. This farm is one of the only coffee producers in EuropeGran Canaria is one of the few regions on the continent where coffee is grown, making it a reference point for coffee lovers.
Over the years, the estate has managed to establish itself as one of the main producers of premium coffee in the Canary Islands, characterised by a smooth, fruity and low-acidity flavour. In addition to its coffee production, the farm has been a benchmark in the preservation of local biodiversity, integrating sustainable agricultural practices.
