Scented candle workshop at Twin Beans Farm – Da Lat suburb

At Twin Beans Farm, candle-making begins outdoors, among herbs, flowers, and coffee plants rather than at a city craft table. You first explore the farm’s garden, learn which plants can provide essential oils, test different scents, then make and decorate a candle that you can carry home.

I like the way the activity joins a hands-on craft with a farm visit. I also like the freedom to choose your own essential-oil blend instead of taking home an identical souvenir. Guides Jessie and Tsuki add warmth and clear instruction, and the small group limit of eight keeps the session personal.

The main drawback is the location. Twin Beans Farm is about 20 kilometers from central Da Lat, and a taxi costs roughly 250,000 to 300,000 Vietnamese dong each way. The workshop lasts 90 minutes, but you should allow extra time for the drive and consider staying longer to enjoy the farm.

Key points at a glance

• Choose your own scent: Smell several essential oils and combine them into a personal fragrance.
• Start in the herb garden: Learn about plants used to produce oils before making the candle.
• Make a real souvenir: You pour, scent, and decorate your own candle rather than simply buying one.
• Small groups help: With no more than eight participants, the instructor can give close attention.
• A countryside outing near Da Lat: The farm includes a herb garden and coffee plantation, making the trip feel broader than a single craft class.
• Plan transport carefully: Twin Beans Farm is about 35 minutes from Da Lat by car, depending on road conditions.

Why the farm setting matters

Many candle workshops could take place anywhere. This one uses the setting as part of the lesson. Before you handle wax, you walk through Twin Beans Farm’s herb garden and see plants connected to the oils used later in the activity.

That simple order makes sense. You begin with the source of the scent, then move to the finished product. Instead of choosing a fragrance from a printed list, you can smell different oils and think about how they work together.

The farm also includes a coffee plantation, adding a local agricultural angle to the visit. The supplied details do not promise a full coffee lesson or tasting, so do not book this as a dedicated coffee tour. Still, the plantation helps make the journey worthwhile, especially if you want a break from Da Lat’s busy center.

The setting is one of the strongest reasons to come. You are not only making a candle. You are spending time in a working farm environment outside the city, with plants, gardens, and open-air surroundings all part of the experience.

The herb garden comes first

The workshop starts with a tour of the herbal garden. Your guide introduces a range of herbs and explains that some can be used to extract essential oils.

This portion is practical rather than academic. You get to smell plants and oils directly, which helps you understand why fragrance choice is personal. One person may prefer a light floral note, while another may choose something sharper or more herbal.

Jessie has led sessions with a warm, patient approach, while Tsuki has guided visitors through the oil choices and candle-making process. Instruction is available in English and Vietnamese, so the workshop works for international visitors and local participants.

The garden walk also gives you a chance to slow down. Da Lat is often packed with markets, cafes, viewpoints, and day trips. Here, the pace is quieter and more tactile. You look, smell, and handle materials instead of simply moving from one sight to the next.

Some sessions have also included gathering flowers or plants from the garden for decoration. You may be able to use these garden finds on your candle, depending on the session and what is available.

Choosing an essential-oil blend

After the garden visit, you test different essential oils and decide what combination you want for your candle. This is the most personal part of the class, and it is worth taking your time.

You do not need to know anything about fragrance before arriving. The instructor explains the options and helps you work out a blend that suits you. The result can be simple or more distinctive, depending on the oils you combine.

This is where the small group size matters. A maximum of eight participants gives you room to ask questions without feeling rushed by a large class. It also means each person can create a different scent rather than following one fixed recipe.

I would avoid choosing instantly. Smell each oil more than once, and think about how the combination feels together rather than judging one ingredient on its own. You are making a personal keepsake, so the best blend is the one you enjoy, not the one that sounds most sophisticated.

The workshop is also a good fit for couples and friends. Each person can make a separate candle, compare scent choices, and decorate it differently. It gives you a shared activity without forcing everyone to produce the same object.

Learning how the candle is made

Once you choose the fragrance, the instructor explains the candle-making process. The price includes the wax, essential oils, tools, and decoration supplies, so you do not need to bring craft equipment.

You then begin making your candle with guidance from the instructor. The details provided do not specify the exact candle size, wax type, or curing time, so ask the farm when booking if those points matter to you. The important part is that you take part in the process from start to finish.

This is not simply a demonstration where you watch someone else pour wax. You make your own candle, add the scent, and finish the decoration. That gives the activity a satisfying sense of progress during a fairly short 90-minute session.

The class suits beginners because the guide takes you through each stage. It also works well for people who want an easy creative activity rather than a technical workshop. You do not need previous candle-making experience.

Keep in mind that the candle may need time to settle before it is used. The activity information confirms that you can bring it home, but it does not state a specific waiting period or packing method. If you are continuing your journey after Da Lat, ask how the finished candle will be protected for transport.

Decorating your finished candle

The last stage is decorating your candle. Garden flowers and other decoration items help give each piece its own look.

This part adds a nice link back to the opening garden walk. You have not just chosen a scent from a shelf. You have seen plants at the farm, selected a fragrance, and then used decorative materials to finish the piece.

The decoration is also where the workshop becomes less formal. You can make something neat and understated, or choose a more cheerful design. Since the goal is a personal souvenir, there is no single correct result.

For families, couples, or friends, this can be the most entertaining part. Everyone starts with similar materials, but the finished candles can look and smell quite different. It also gives you something tangible to remember the afternoon by.

The candle is yours to take home at the end. That makes the $14 price easier to justify than a short activity that leaves you with only a few photographs. You receive a handmade object, while also spending time at the farm and learning about essential oils.

What the $14 price includes

At $14 per person, this is reasonably priced for a small-group activity that includes both instruction and materials. Your fee covers the herb garden tour, instructor, wax, essential oils, tools, and decoration items.

The value depends partly on how you use the visit. If you arrive only for the 90-minute class and leave immediately, the outing is still a straightforward craft experience. If you allow time to look around Twin Beans Farm, the farm visit becomes a larger part of what you are paying for.

Food and drinks are not included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are also not included, so your real cost will be higher once you add transport from Da Lat.

A taxi from Da Lat costs about 250,000 to 300,000 Vietnamese dong each way. For one person, that can make the total outing much more expensive than the workshop itself. For two or more people sharing a taxi, the transport cost is easier to manage. You can also reach the farm by your own motorbike or car.

Getting to Twin Beans Farm from Da Lat

The meeting point is Twin Beans Farm in Da Sar commune, Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province. It is around 20 kilometers from Da Lat downtown, with a stated driving time of about 35 minutes.

That distance is manageable, but it is not a quick walk from the city center. Plan the return trip before you go, especially if you are relying on a taxi. The farm does not include hotel transfers, and the activity details advise arranging your own transport.

A motorbike can make sense if you are comfortable riding outside Da Lat. A private car is more convenient for couples, families, or anyone who prefers not to manage the road. A taxi is the simplest option if you do not want to drive, though the round-trip cost deserves attention.

The drive is part of the time commitment. I would not schedule another fixed activity immediately after the workshop. A 90-minute class can become a half-day outing once you add the ride, arrival time, and time to look around the farm.

How long to stay at the farm

The candle workshop itself lasts 90 minutes. That is enough time for the garden introduction, scent selection, candle-making, and decoration, but it is not a full-day program by itself.

Several parts of the visit can make a longer stay worthwhile. You can explore the herb garden, see the coffee plantation, and spend time in the farm setting before or after the class. Some sessions have included a walk through the kitchen garden, collecting plants for decoration, and making a cup of tea.

The activity information does not promise a meal, drinks, or a full farm tour beyond the herb garden visit. Treat those extras as possible additions rather than guaranteed parts of the booking.

If you want a calm rural afternoon near Da Lat, set aside more time than the official workshop length. If you are fitting in several Da Lat sights in one day, remember that the travel time may take up as much time as the class itself.

Who will enjoy this workshop most

I would recommend the workshop to you if you like small creative activities, gardens, essential oils, or locally made souvenirs. It is especially suited to couples and friends because you can make separate candles while sharing the same experience.

It also works for solo visitors. The group is limited to eight, and the instructor can help you through the scent selection and candle-making steps. You do not need to be artistic or experienced with crafts.

The workshop is a good choice when you want to see a quieter side of the Da Lat area. It offers a change from standard city sightseeing and gives you a reason to visit the countryside.

It may be less suitable if you want a quick activity close to your hotel, a full coffee-focused tour, or a program with food included. The transfer is a real part of the outing, and the workshop is built around making one candle, not producing several items.

Booking, cancellation, and group details

You can reserve a place and pay later, which helps if your Da Lat plans are still changing. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.

Starting times vary, so check availability when you book. Instruction is offered in English and Vietnamese, and the group is limited to eight participants.

Arrive at Twin Beans Farm rather than expecting a hotel pickup. Bring your own transport plan, and remember that food and drinks are not included.

Should you book the Twin Beans Farm candle workshop?

Book it if you want a personal souvenir and a gentle farm outing rather than another busy city attraction. The strongest parts are the herb garden, the chance to blend your own essential oils, and the fact that you make and decorate the candle yourself.

The $14 price is good for the materials, instruction, and small group. The only real caution is transport. A 20-kilometer trip and a 250,000 to 300,000 Vietnamese dong taxi fare each way can change the value calculation, especially for a solo visitor.

For two or more people sharing a ride, the numbers work better. Add extra time to explore the farm, and this becomes a pleasant half-day plan near Da Lat. If you are happy to make the trip, Twin Beans Farm offers a thoughtful, hands-on activity with more character than a standard souvenir stop.

FAQ

Where is the scented candle workshop held?

It is held at Twin Beans Farm in Da Sar commune, Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province, around 20 kilometers from Da Lat downtown.

How long does the activity last?

The workshop lasts 90 minutes. You should allow additional time for transportation between Da Lat and the farm.

How much does the workshop cost?

The listed price is $14 per person.

What does the price include?

The price includes the herb garden tour, an instructor, candle-making tools, essential oils, wax, and decoration items.

Is transportation from Da Lat included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You can travel by your own motorbike or car, or take a taxi.

How much does a taxi from Da Lat cost?

A taxi costs about 250,000 to 300,000 Vietnamese dong one way.

Can I take my candle home?

Yes. You make and decorate your own scented candle and bring it home after the activity.

What languages are available?

The instructors provide guidance in English and Vietnamese.