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Activity Level

Beginner
Total beginner and can meet the standards below. Class Time: 2-4 hours per day Distances: Can walk/ hike/ paddle 3 miles in a 2-4 hour time period on the surface and elevation types listed below Surfaces: Flat, even "on trail" or calm water paddling Water Exposure: None unless it's raining Altitude: Course location may be at elevations up to 7,000 ft Elevation Change: Little to none Equipment Used: Hiking shoes, hydration and day / fanny pack
Active
New to outdoor adventure but participates in a regular exercise program 2-3 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Very few committing areas where paddling, rappelling or climbing may be required. Class Time: 4-6 hours per day (possible camping) Distances: Hike/ paddle up to 5 miles in a 4-6 hour time period on the surface and elevation types listed below Surfaces: Steep, even "on trail" hiking. Some beginner climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls or calm water or class I currents if paddling Water Exposure: Shallow wading or stream crossing Altitude: up to 8,000 ft Elevation Change: up to 2,000 ft per day Equipment Used: Kayaks, hiking shoes, hydration, small pack, harnesses, ropes and helmets
Moderate
Some outdoor experience and regular fitness program 3-4 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Several committing areas where paddling, rappelling or climbing will be required. Class Time: 6-8 hours per day Distances: Hike/ paddle up to 8 miles in a 6-8 hour time period on the surfaces and elevations listed below some camping living in the back country Surfaces: Steep uneven "on and off trail" hiking with some scrambling using hands for pulling and balance. Some beginner to intermediate climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls. Some waves or class II currents if paddling Water Exposure: Waist deep wading and or multiple shallow stream crossings with a pack on Elevation Change: up to 3,000 ft/day Altitude: up to 10,000 ft Equipment Used: Kayaks, hiking / climbing shoes, hydration, small pack, harnesses, ropes and helmets, fall protection gear and advanced layers, simple rope systems for climbing and rappelling
Vigorous
Some outdoor experience and regular fitness program 4-5 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Very committing program with no options for early egress but certain obstacle evasion points along the course. Class Time: 8-10 hours per day Distances: Hike/ paddle up to 12 miles most days and live in the back country Surfaces: Very steep uneven "on and off trail" hiking with a lot of scrambling using hands for pulling and balance. Intermediate to advanced climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls. Abundance of waves or strong Class III currents if paddling Water Exposure: Must be able to swim under supervision in Class I current with a backpack Elevation Change: up to 4,000 ft/day Altitude: up to 14,000 ft. A doctor's release may be required Equipment Used: Hiking and climbing shoes, hydration, small pack, harnesses, ropes and helmets, fall protection gear and advanced layers, PFD, advanced rope systems for climbing and rappelling
Strenuous
Very experienced with outdoor adventure and regular fitness program 5-6 times per week which includes cardiovascular and active movement training. Very committing program with no options for early egress or obstacle evasion at any point. Class Time: 10-14 hours per day Distances: Hike/ paddle 12+ miles per day on the surfaces and elevations listed below and be able to live in the back country Surfaces: Very steep uneven "on and off trail" hiking with a lot of scrambling using hands for pulling and balance. Intermediate to advanced climbing or rappelling on steep rock faces and or water falls. Abundance of waves or strong Class IV currents if paddling Elevation Change: up to 4,000 ft/day Water Exposure: Constant, deep pools, fast current swimming up to class II possibly unsupervised for brief moments. Altitude: may exceed 14,000 ft A doctor's release may be required

Adventure Details

Mexican Mayan Adventure (Activity Level - )

One of our most popular destinations transports us deep within the jungles of Mexico. At this isolated jungle town, we will discover underwater caves, rivers for whitewater rafting, waterfalls for canyoneering, Mayan ruins, an entire hillside turned into a huge piece of art, incredible food, and intoxicating beauty. Throughout the week, we'll camp in palapas next to the river, falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle.

Price: $3250

Days: 7

Dates: December 27, 2010- January 2, 2011

Locations: Tampico, Mexico

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Itinerary:

Day 1:

This is a travel day. Participants are encouraged to arrive in the morning to maximize our adventure time. Once in Tampico, we'll meet our local guides, and board our private vans to head into Valles. Valles will serve as our basecamp throughout the trip. Any extra time this afternoon will be spent exploring the local small town and getting used to our surroundings before a nighttime campfire.

Day 2:

We start our day with a riverside breakfast, filling our bellies for a day of adventure. All food is local and made to order. After breakfast, we dress for a day in the warm river water and prepare for a small boat whitewater raft trip down the Tampa River - a class II/III river. After a full day of rafting, it's back to our private camp for food and fun.

Day 3:

A fun-filled day of adventure awaits us today. We'll be canyoneering down the Minas Viejas waterfalls, eat lunch next to the river, cliff jump or trek next to the Micos waterfalls, and visit an ancient Mexican sauna to relax in the afternoon. Dinner back at our camp.

Day 4:

Put on your Dali glasses as we pay a visit to the surrealistic mountain art piece created by british ex-pat Edward James in the 1900's. After lunch at a local small town, we'll visit a 500-year-old church and some of the local coffee plantations. An evening visit to the Cave of the Swallows finishes our day.

Day 5:

Today is a group activity as we canoe up the river to visit the incredibly Tamul Waterfall. After enjoying the splendor of this waterfall, we'll have a chance to swim into a large water cave - an unforgettable experience! Dinner back at our hacienda.

Day 6:

Our options are presented to the group for this final day. You will decide together what adventure you want to experience. One of our favorite aspects of the Mayan Adventure is that no two trips are alike. We are constantly changing the adventures every time we run our program. There's just too much to do in Valles for one week!

Day 7:

This is a travel day. Participants will be driven back to Tampico after breakfast to catch plane flights home. Although our journey was only seven days, we expect the skills learned and memories found will last a lifetime.

Note on Itinerary:

This course is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control, including weather and climbing area conditions.

Important Information about Air Travel:

Contact Sport Chalet Adventures prior to purchasing your airline tickets to confirm the trip has the minimum number of participants required to operate. Participants will be required to have the appropriate documentation for travel to Mexico. Please contact us with questions.

Price Includes:

Professional instruction; lodging, camping gear; all technical equipment, all meals, transportation to/from Tampico Airport. (see gear list for details).

Not Included:

Transportation from your hometown to the group meeting point; lodging before or after the trip, insurance of any kind, gratuities and items of a personal nature.

Closest Airports(s):

Tampico Airport (TAM) - Tampico, Mexico
Please note the only domestic airport that will fly directly into Tampico is Houston. Service is provided by Continental Airlines. Several other airlines will fly to Tampico through the gateway city of Mexico City.

Qualifications:

Participants must be prepared to hike 1-2 miles over uneven terrain while wearing a backpack. Participants should be comfortable with heights and with tent-like sleeping arrangements. Although Tampico has not had problems with malaria in the past, participants are encouraged to consult with their physicians prior to attending this trip for any needed vaccinations.

Weather:

Temperatures can range from 65 - 85° F during the day to 60 - 70° F at night depending on time of year. Upon registration, a seasonal and location specific gear recommendation list will be sent electronically. Adventure participants should arrive prepared for all possibilities by following the gear recommendations. This is a base version of our to-bring list. Items may be added depending on time of year and conditions.

To-Bring List:

Comfortable Shoes
Lightweight pants, comfortable and easy to move in
Lightweight shirt, synthetic if possible
Sandals
Synthetic socks
Underwear
Fleece top
Swimsuit
Backpack with waist strap
Hat (for sun)
Sunglasses
Rain gear (it rains often - gear should be heavy duty)
2 2-liter bottles for water
Personal prescriptions or medications
Headlamp

Optional:

Camera
Spare contact lenses or glasses

**Note: Participants are encouraged to leave all items of value at home. Petty theft can occur near city centers.

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