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Darien Explorer Trek
14 days / 13 nights Trip
An exploration of the Darien rainforests and its indigenous people on foot and in dugout canoes
SUMMARY ITINERARY:
- Arrive Panama
- Panama City – Gulf Of San Miguel – Punta Patino
- Mogue River – Embera People
- Mogue River – Pirre Station
- Pirre Station
- Pirre Station – El Real
- El Real – Lepe
- Lepe Camp – Cruzamono Station
- Cruzamono Ranger Station – Cana Field Station
- Cana Field Station
- Cana Field Station – Pirre CloudForest Camp
- Pirre CloudForest– Cana Field Station
- Cana Field Station – Panama City
- Depart Panama
Pre or post trip extensions to San Blas Islands and Bocas del Toro
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: Full day trekking 5-7 hours per day over muddy, steep, slippery slopes. Exposure to variable climatic conditions. Rugged travelling conditions on long riverboat trips. Camping and rustic accommodations
INCLUDED: Lodging, all land, air and water transportation within Panama. All airport/hotel transfers on scheduled arrival/departure dates, meals as specified in the itinerary (B - breakfast; L - lunch; D - dinner), entrance fees, guides' services and expenses, and services of an in-bound land operator for airline re-confirmations and tour operations.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare, tourist card ($5 per person), meals not specified in the itinerary, alcoholic beverages, personal equipment, extras in hotels (laundry, telephone calls, room service, etc.) or gratuities.
NOTE: Travel within Darien National Park is accomplished with great preparation on the part of our staff in order to make our guests as safe and comfortable as possible. Potential guests are expected to make themselves aware of the nature and demands of this trip and prudently judge whether or not they are suited for this type of experience. A desire to experience the outdoors, a spirit of adventure, and willingness to sacrifice creature comforts are essential qualifications. Participants should be physically fit and able to hike at a moderate pace for up to eight hours in a day. Medical limitations and concerns should be brought to the attention of Ancon Expeditions of Panama several weeks prior to the program's departure date.
EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST: Binoculars (preferably 7x35 or bigger), camera with extra batteries & film, flashlight with extra bulb & batteries, bathing suit, insect repellant, sunscreen, hat, day pack, water bottle, lightweight/quick dry cotton clothes, windbreaker, sandals, sneakers/hiking boots, rain gear, money in small denominations, toiletries & personal medications