WHAT: Farm & Factory Tour and burger lunch.
Charley’s Chocolate is unique in Australia and one of only a few places in the world where you can experience the whole journey of chocolate from “Tree to Bar”.
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WHEN: Thursday 12th September at 9:30am. Tour starts at 10:00am exactly.
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WHERE: Charley's Chocolate Factory
We’re located at Mt Edna,
388 Cassowary Drive. Mission Beach. 3.8km outside El Arish.
If using Google maps, enter “Charley’s Chocolate Factory”, do NOT search on 388 Cassowary Drive.
WHAT TO BRING: Money for gift shop. Sensible walking shoes and a wide brimmed hat. Sunscreen and insect repellant. Don’t forget your camera. Use of an umbrella is provided free, if rainy.
Here are some of the highlights of the tour:
-A look at the fascinating 3800 year history of cocoa.
-Visit the tree nursery and a mature cocoa tree plantation.
-See the tiny orchid like flowers and ripe cocoa pods.
-Look at age old fermentation and drying techniques.
-See a cocoa pod being opened and taste cocoa nibs.
-Take part in some of the steps of making actual chocolate.
-The highpoint of the tour is the chocolate tasting! Here we feature our multi award winning Australian grown and made premium single origin chocolate.
Adults $39
Australian Seniors $35
Tour price includes all chocolate tastings and Aussie Farm Lunch. You can book securely online
http://www.charleys.com.au/charleys-chocolate-tours/ or you can book by phone 07 4068 5011 7am to 7pm.
Aussie Farm Lunch
This is included in your tour and features local grass fed beef burgers, BBQ’d to perfection and served with caramelised onion and a choice of condiments. (Vegetarian or gluten free option is available but MUST be pre-ordered at time of booking). Soft drinks and spring water are available to buy.
Shopping at Charley's:
Naturally, all our chocolate is available for you to buy. We accept Cash, EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard. We also feature other selected local products.
Other important Stuff
All tours must be pre-booked and paid for, prior to arrival at Charley’s. We welcome kids but ask that they be supervised at all times. Smoking is not permitted.
Tour Days & Times
-Charley’s Chocolate tour operates daily at 10.00am from Wednesday to Saturday (subject to minimum numbers)
-Gate opens at 9.30am - PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE PRIOR TO 9.30AM
-DO arrive BEFORE 9.50am (we are unable to wait for latecomers)
-Tour starts promptly at 10.00am and concludes at approx. 11.30am
All walking is on level or very slightly sloping gravel or grass. Minimal fitness is all that is required. Charley’s is an all weather tour, at times this may mean slightly muddy conditions underfoot. However, this also means you can visit Charley’s when other tours may not be available.
Come along and catch up and enjoy some company with others who have been affected by brain injury and their carers.
ENQUIRIES: Sue Wright
Ph 1300 727 403
(local call cost from a fixed phone line any-where in Qld)
The STEPS Network Group is for anyone affected by Acquired Brain Injury, Post Concussion Syndrome or Stroke (aged 18 to 65), including carers.
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