KokoMana
KokoMana
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Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
Closed
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
About
Cocoa farm and chocolate factory in Fiji's hidden paradise, Savusavu. We give 'tree to bar' tours and sell fine-flavour chocolate made from locally grown cocoa. And we promote biodiversity through our environmentally friendly agroforestry system.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Staunton, VA97 contributions
Mar 2022
When you pull up to Kokomana farm, you'll wonder how you've arrived in what looks like a full tropical rainforest just a short way from the main road into Savusavu. When you're on the tour you'll learn that this forest is full of crops blended in and thoughtfully grown with the canopy-building trees. It's so much more than just cocoa! They have a large variety of fruits, coffee, and flowering plants, all accessible by pathway and steps beautifully maintained. We enjoyed learning about agroforestry from our knowledgeable guide, and seeing it in practice.
But we haven't even gotten to the chocolate yet! The chocolate maker explains the process from tree to bar, and you'll be able to try Kokomana's chocolates (our favorites include the coconut bars and the chili chocolate) while hearing about how the ingredients are sourced locally and responsibly. Kokomana is working with various local communities and is a true leader of sustainability in Savusavu.
I expected delicious chocolate from Fiji and Kokomana definitely delivered on that front! I didn't expect to learn about insects, the benefits of agro-forestry, or the history of chocolate, but I learned all this and more in a short visit to Kokomana. Highly recommended for all age levels, plus your friends back home will thank you for bringing back chocolate souvenirs :)
If you call ahead Lina will make sure you have a personal experience that will surely be a highlight of your time in Fiji. Everyone involved is so friendly and knowledgeable, Vinaka all!!
But we haven't even gotten to the chocolate yet! The chocolate maker explains the process from tree to bar, and you'll be able to try Kokomana's chocolates (our favorites include the coconut bars and the chili chocolate) while hearing about how the ingredients are sourced locally and responsibly. Kokomana is working with various local communities and is a true leader of sustainability in Savusavu.
I expected delicious chocolate from Fiji and Kokomana definitely delivered on that front! I didn't expect to learn about insects, the benefits of agro-forestry, or the history of chocolate, but I learned all this and more in a short visit to Kokomana. Highly recommended for all age levels, plus your friends back home will thank you for bringing back chocolate souvenirs :)
If you call ahead Lina will make sure you have a personal experience that will surely be a highlight of your time in Fiji. Everyone involved is so friendly and knowledgeable, Vinaka all!!
Written 27 April 2022
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Sam T
Adelaide, Australia94 contributions
June 2023
Fascinating tour of the Cocoa plantation, chocolate production facilities and agri business they have going and are educating other primary producers. Our guide was very knowledgeable as he walked us around the property. I was amazed as how long it takes from a cocoa tree flower to pollinate and grow a pod and then the time spent processing it into chocolate.
The chocolate was delicious and we purchased quite a bit.
I highly recommend anyone to visit. The tour and tasting took approx 1.5 hours.
The chocolate was delicious and we purchased quite a bit.
I highly recommend anyone to visit. The tour and tasting took approx 1.5 hours.
Written 28 June 2023
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Mike L
San Diego, CA45 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Richard, the owner, gave us a tour of the plantation and a tasting. He was informative and friendly. The chocolate is delicious. It is a small plantation (200 trees?) and production is inside a house, so this is a small operation with a handful of employees. I love things like this.(In my pic, the background on the right is at Daku Resort, adjacent to Koko Mana.)
Written 26 January 2023
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beaubo
Cleveland Ohio USA331 contributions
Feb 2022
We requested a very last minute reservation, and Lina was kind enough to carve out some private time for us before a large cruise group arrived.
The owner Richard is a biologist and it really showed during his presentation which went well beyond the history and the mechanics and process of cocao production. We learned about how cocao is integrated into the overall ecosystem in Fiji and some of the ecological and agricultural challenges that the island has to grapple with.
The chocolate itself was fabulous, thanks to Sam's expert training. As usual, we ended up buying far less than my wife would let me....and as a result, I snuck a few bars with out sharing with her!!
Kokomana is an excellent investment of time!
The owner Richard is a biologist and it really showed during his presentation which went well beyond the history and the mechanics and process of cocao production. We learned about how cocao is integrated into the overall ecosystem in Fiji and some of the ecological and agricultural challenges that the island has to grapple with.
The chocolate itself was fabulous, thanks to Sam's expert training. As usual, we ended up buying far less than my wife would let me....and as a result, I snuck a few bars with out sharing with her!!
Kokomana is an excellent investment of time!
Written 6 March 2022
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Graeme M
Sydney, Australia44 contributions
Feb 2020
Situated a very short distance from town a visit here should not be missed. From cacao plant to chocolate it is a most interesting and informative visit. An easy walk through the plantation in a rain forest area ,with our most knowledgeable guide Joeli , gave us an insight into sustainable agricultural practices. This was followed by a description of the chocolate making process and a “tasting “. No one should miss trying the 70% Chocolate with a hint of Chai masala. When I Savusavu this experience is a must !!
Written 25 February 2020
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Thank you so much for your kind review - it was a pleasure to meet you and show you round.
Written 27 February 2020
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Chloé H
53 contributions
Feb 2023
I took a tour at the KokoMana farm the other day and I had a blast. Joeli, the manager of the farm and Lina, the chocolatier really explain not only the way to make great chocolate (and let me tell you it is very tasty!!) but I also learned a lot about agroforestry and sustainable farming. They make the most of their fertile land and it shows in the chocolate they are making.
If you are passing through Savusavu, this tour should definitely be on the list! (even more if you are an absolute fan of chocolate)
Thank you team at KokoMana for a wonderful and insightful time, not to mention the amazing chocolate you are making!
If you are passing through Savusavu, this tour should definitely be on the list! (even more if you are an absolute fan of chocolate)
Thank you team at KokoMana for a wonderful and insightful time, not to mention the amazing chocolate you are making!
Written 21 February 2023
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Kay C
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
An excellent tour and chocolate tasting. So knowledgeable, friendly and clearly passionate about what they do. It was definitely worth the $40 entrance fee. I was dubious about going but my 24 year old daughter convinced me to go and we both loved it.
Written 8 November 2023
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Wendy H
Charters Towers, Australia15 contributions
July 2024 • Couples
Small agri-forestry cocoa farm and chocolate factory.
6oom from road into Savusavu. Based in a cosy family style house amidst beautifully kept cocoa plantation.
We loved their passion for sustainable practice and learnt a lot from their enthusiastic manner.
Great to see the process from tree to the finished chocolate bar with a generous tasting session to finish.
The chocolate is to die for!
Thanks to the small team of 6 who do a great job.
Thoroughly recommend!
6oom from road into Savusavu. Based in a cosy family style house amidst beautifully kept cocoa plantation.
We loved their passion for sustainable practice and learnt a lot from their enthusiastic manner.
Great to see the process from tree to the finished chocolate bar with a generous tasting session to finish.
The chocolate is to die for!
Thanks to the small team of 6 who do a great job.
Thoroughly recommend!
Written 9 August 2024
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Allison H
San Francisco, CA4 contributions
Aug 2022
We stopped in for the tour while staying at Daku Resort - very interesting and worth the trip. We learned about the chocolate production process from start to finish, as well as the sustainable farming practices in use on the farm. The chocolate tasting was fun and we bought a few bars to take home. Be sure not to neglect your insect repellent - there are a lot of mosquitos!
Written 10 August 2022
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wanderlustschreibs
2 contributions
Feb 2022
Such a fun experience!
We came to Savusavu for the diving and snorkeling. We had some rainy days, so decided to visit KokoMana. Perfect activity for us on a down day out of the water.
Richard, Sam, and the guide gave us a great tour and visit; professional, personable, fun, and engaging. We learned so much, asked a bunch of questions, and tasted some amazing chocolates. AMAZING chocolates!
You will leave with a good feeling about this place. Vanua Levu is lucky to have them here. They do take credit cards, we left with LOT of chocolate.
We came to Savusavu for the diving and snorkeling. We had some rainy days, so decided to visit KokoMana. Perfect activity for us on a down day out of the water.
Richard, Sam, and the guide gave us a great tour and visit; professional, personable, fun, and engaging. We learned so much, asked a bunch of questions, and tasted some amazing chocolates. AMAZING chocolates!
You will leave with a good feeling about this place. Vanua Levu is lucky to have them here. They do take credit cards, we left with LOT of chocolate.
Written 7 February 2022
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What time are the tours of KokoMana?. Is the plantation near where cruise ships come in?
Written 28 September 2019
You can easily get a taxi from the township of Savusavu to Kokomana - infact, you can walk if you choose - it is right next door to Daku Resort where I stayed, and we often walked in the township - about 20 minutes. I am not sure where the cruise ships come in - but there is a big wharf where the ferry to Suva comes in, so preumably the cruise ship whill send smaller crafts in to that wharf. Tours are not on a regular time table - they are by arrangement with the chocolatier. It is a lovely walk - so even if you cannot make an advance booking, worth while walking up there and just seeing if you can be taken on a tour.
Written 1 October 2019
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