Olivos de las Animas Olive Oil Tasting
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Puerto
Punta del Este, Uruguay
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Nivel de actividad
Moderate
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Tipo de excursión
All
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Accesible para personas en silla de ruedas
No
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A partir de
$134
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Edad mínima
Information Not Currently Available
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Duración
Approxiamtely 4 Hours
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Comidas incluidas
Meals not included
A panoramic drive through the pretty Uruguayan countryside introduces you to the culture and flavors of this picturesque landscape. It feels like Tuscany, with sweeping vineyards and fragrant olive groves. Your destination is the Olivos de las Animas olive groves in Pan de Azucar — a spot of rugged natural beauty.
"Integrated production" is the underlying business model here, with pruning waste used as organic fertilizer, careful management of the vegetation canopy to reduce erosion and facilitate ground permeability, and sparse use of herbicides and pesticides to preserve the micro-habitat of native species.
The olive groves benefit from a climate spectacularly similar to the Mediterranean, with mild winters, rainy falls and springs, and warm, dry summers. Olivos de las Animas extra-virgin olive oils are harvested by hand and undergo a cold extraction system, resulting in an acidity lower than 0.2%. Take a guided tour of the property and factory to learn the secrets of crafting extra-virgin olive oil. Then, enjoy an exclusive tasting of three different olive oils with cheese and homemade breads.
Travel past the La Mansa beaches as you return to the pier.
Notes:
Moderate walking is required on uneven terrain. Traffic can be unpredictable; your patience is greatly appreciated if a delay extends the tour duration. Tour does not operate on holidays.