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Beekeeper for a Day in Alentejo + Taste and Take Home Your Own Honey

By EXPEDITION
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 322 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Be a beekeeper for a day in the heart of the Alentejo
  • Interact up close with bees in complete safety
  • Taste different types of artisanal honey
  • Fill and take home your own jar of honey
  • Discover the secrets of beekeeping with a local expert

Activity location

    • Montemor-o-Novo
    • Montemor-o-Novo, Distrito de Évora, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Lg. do Terrado 11, 7050-165 Montemor-o-Novo, Portugal
    • Montemor-o-Novo, Distrito de Évora, Portugal

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Beekeeper for a Day in Alentejo + Honey Tasting and Take-Home Jar

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
RM 321.86 x 2 AdultsRM 643.72
Total
Price is RM 643.72

What's included, what's not

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    Guided experience with a local beekeeper
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    Full protective gear (suit and gloves)
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    Visit to the apiary and observation of the hives
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    Explanation of the honey-making process
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    Accompaniment throughout the entire activity
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    Tasting of different kinds of honey
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    Honey jar filled by the participant to take home
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    Direct contact with nature in the rural Alentejo setting
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation to the activity venue
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    Extra meals or drinks
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    Any personal expenses
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    Additional insurance beyond the mandatory coverage

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Loose clothing, Sandals or flip flops, Smoking indoors, Strong fragrances
  • Not suitable for: Children under 5 years, People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

Discover the fascinating world of beekeeping in the heart of the Alentejo, in Montemor-o-Novo, through an authentic experience led by a local beekeeper.

Throughout this activity, you will have the opportunity to enter the world of bees in a safe and engaging way. Equipped with a protective suit, you will get up close to the hives and observe the inner workings of a colony, learning about the essential role of bees in nature, honey production, and traditional beekeeping practices.

This isn't just an observational experience—it's active participation. You will gain an understanding of every step of the process, from the bees' work in the field to the transformation of nectar into honey. The beekeeper will share knowledge, interesting facts, and techniques, making the experience both educational and enjoyable.

One of the most special moments will be the tasting of different types of honey, where you will be able to discover the unique flavors, aromas, and textures of the Alentejo. To make the experience even more memorable, you'll have the opportunity to fill your own jar of honey and take it home with you—a truly natural and personal souvenir.

Surrounded by the tranquility of the Alentejo landscape, this activity also provides a profound connection with nature, making it ideal for those seeking to escape the fast pace of everyday life and experience something truly authentic.

Perfect for families, couples, or curious travelers, this experience combines learning, authenticity, and unforgettable moments.

Inclusive of:

  • Guided experience with a local beekeeper
  • Protective gear
  • Visit to the beehives
  • Honey tasting
  • Jar of honey to take home

Not included:

  • Transportation to the venue

Recommendations:

  • Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes
  • Avoid wearing strong perfumes on the day of the activity

Enjoy a unique experience in the Alentejo and take home much more than honey—take home a story to remember.

Location

Activity location

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    • Montemor-o-Novo
    • Montemor-o-Novo, Distrito de Évora, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Lg. do Terrado 11, 7050-165 Montemor-o-Novo, Portugal
    • Montemor-o-Novo, Distrito de Évora, Portugal