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Horseback riding tours
Rides in Honduras
Intro to Honduras
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Copan to the Caribbean
Honduras
Honduras
Tourism is one of the youngest and least developed industries in the Honduran economy. Although abounding with attractions, a very basic substructure prevents the tourist trade from attaining the characteristics of massive tourism. Thus, authenticity is lent to the experience of traveling Honduras, which is also, geographically speaking, one of the gateways to the ancient Mayan World and the region known as Mesoamerica.
Hike to mysterious cloud forests nestled high in mountains. Navigate on clear jungle river rapids, coastal lagoons, and narrow wetland canals. Contemplate Honduras' pristine landscapes. Visit the national parks and protected areas and discover the incredible biological diversity of tropical nature, exotic animals inhabiting vast rain forests containing hundreds of bird species. You're in Honduras..... and it's more than you ever imagined
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Meeting:
San Pedro Sula
Airport:
San Pedro Sula
Transfer:
San Pedro Sula airport
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Rates and Dates for 2008 | 2009
Rates include:
7 nights accommodation, daily American breakfast, welcome Dinner in Copan Ruins, entrance fees and riding activities according to itinerary,
travel bilingual guide day 1 - 8 , local guides for riding excursions , all transfers in private A/C vehicle, 12% VAT and 4% Tourism tax
Transfer Option:
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2008
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Transfer from San Pedro Sula included
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Tour Dates
Check here for more details.
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2008
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01/01
- 12/31
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8d / 7n
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4 /
8
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Reserve
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Rates do not include:
Not mentioned meals and drinks, personal items, Airport Departure tax, Tips and gratitudes
Day 1 – Arrival San Pedro Sula – Transfer to Copan (D)
You will be met at the airport and transferred by road to Copán. En route learn about Mayan trade routes, social and political organization, and theories on their mysterious demise. We will enjoy beautiful countryside as we travel to the picturesque village of Copán. Rest of the afternoon at leisure to enjoy the charming atmosphere of this picturesque town. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight Copan Ruins.
Day 2 –Copan (B)
Morning visit to the legendary Archaeological Park of Copán Ruins, which consists of two main sites: the ruins and the sepulchres. Learn about the impressive 63-step stairway with over 2,500 hieroglyphs and masterfully carved Stella. In the afternoon, we will have an introduction to our horses, gear, guide and a chance to take a short ride along the Copan River, good chances for cantering and galloping. Overnight Copan
Day 3 – Copan (B)
We begin our riding transferring to a working 100-year-old Hacienda. Then we will explore the Hacienda riding through deep oak forest and a rural landscape. Rest stops will be taken at points of interest such as lookout points where we will be able to observe the whole Copan Valley. The ride offers many chances for all types of riding from walking to cantering and gallops. Overnight Copan.
Day 4 - Copan – Santa Barbara (B)
Morning transfer to the town of Trinidad, Santa Barbara. The region around this town is famous for coffee growing, as well as for the hat and basket making of the local Junco palm. Our lodging will be in a Hacienda, and chances to interact with local farm life are possible. The afternoon riding will take us exploring the area and nearby rural towns.
Day 5 – Santa Barbara – Tela (B)
After breakfast, we go riding through the Hacienda's numerous trails. Coffee, corn and tomato are grown here. In the afternoon, we transfer to the Honduran Caribbean coast. Arrival and overnight in Tela.
Day 6 – Tela (B)
Our horseback riding will take us through the 2nd largest Botanical garden in the world. Lancetilla is home to ornamental, medicinal plants and fruit and hardwood trees from all over the world. Over 200 bird species have been spotted in this wonderfull nature. We will ride into a small community and enjoy a typical picninc. Return to our hotel in the late afternoon. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the beach and caribbean atmosphere of this town. Overnight in Tela.
Day 7 - Tela (B)
Enjoy riding through the Caribbean coast along the Bahia de Tela to the Garifuna community of Miami. This community is located within a protected area of Los Micos Lagoon, the second largest of the country. The Mangrove around the lagoon is home to numerous species of birds and other inhabitants, including howler and white-faced monkeys – "Micos" as they are called in Spanish. Enjoy the charm of this tropical natural spot before ride back to Tela. returning to Tela . Overnight Tela.
Day 8 – Tela – San Pedro Sula (B)
Morning to the San Pedro Sula airport in time for your connecting departure flight. End of services.
Meeting:
San Pedro Sula
Airport:
San Pedro Sula
Transfer:
San Pedro Sula airport
Passport and Visa Requirements: Passport valid for three months from date of arrival required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.Passport NoteHonduras is party to the Central America Border Control Agreement (CA-4). Und. more
The northern Caribbean area and the southern coastal plain have a wet, tropical climate, but the interior is drier and cooler. Temperature varies with altitude. The coastal lowlands average 31°C (88°F); from 300 to 760 m (1,000 to 2,500 ft) above sea level the average is 29°C (84°F); and above 760 m (2,500 ft) the average temperature is 23°C (73°F). There are two seasons: a rainy period, from May through October, and a dry season, from November through April. Average annual rainfall varies from over 240 cm (95 in) along the northern coast to about 84 cm (33 in) around Tegucigalpa in the south. The northwest coast is vulnerable to hurricanes, of which the most destructive, Hurricane Fifi in September 1974, claimed some 12,000 lives, caused $200 million in property damage, and devastated the banana plantations.
*Important Notice: The following ratings have been submitted by guests and do not necessarily represent the views of Hidden Trails, its partners or employees.
Every care is taken to ensure accuracy but Hidden Trails is not liable for any errors or omissions.
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jane heinz
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4/13/2005
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..view other reports for different trips
Hotel Camino Maya, Copán Ruinas: http://caminomayahotel.com/ingles/index.html
Estancia El Pedregal, Santa Barbara: http://www.estanciaelpedregal.com/thelodge.htm
Hotel Gran Central, Tela: www.telahonduras.com/grancentral/index.htm
This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.
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Tack:
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South American
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Horses:
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Criollos
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Pace:
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slow
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Level:
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(2.5 out of 5)
Good Novice+
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Age:
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Min 12 |
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Weight:
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Max 185
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Riders:
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Min 4 |
Max 8
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Passports
Passport valid for three months from date of arrival required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Passport Note
Honduras is party to the Central America Border Control Agreement (CA-4). Under the terms of this agreement, tourists may travel within any of the CA-4 countries (Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Guatemala) for a period of up to 90 days, without completing entry and exit formalities at border immigration checkpoints. This period begins at the first point of entry in to any of the CA-4 countries. Fines are applied for travellers who exceed this 90-day limit, although a request for a 30-day extension can be made before the 90 days limit expires.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
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