Explora is a true connection with untouched nature in a private nature reserve, an exclusive, protected wildlife sanctuary in the mountainous karst area in Arecibo, with amazing caves, canyons and rivers fed by underground springs. The five hours off the beaten path eco-experience includes:
∙ hiking through a beautiful jungle
∙ spelunking through caves
∙ body rafting (TM) a unique sport create
d by Explora to float downstream while viewing the striking, towering canyons. The expedition takes place under the safe and friendly guidance of fully bilingual certified nature interpreters. They share their enormous passion for the ecosystems through a hands-on learning experience about the amazing geology of the karst area, the ancient Atlantic Ocean’s floor ages ago that treasures beautiful limestone sculptures created by water through history. Their contagious enthusiasm will lead your discovery of the wild life, listening to birds or bat watching, as well as exploring the homeland of the Taíno Indians through fascinating stories about their life and culture. Min and max number of participants? From 4 to 52. What days does Explora operate? Every day. Destination and distance from San Juan? Arecibo; 50 miles. Highway PR 22, PR 10. No off-road driving. How long are the tours? A. 5 hours, average. (from door to door)
Q? What does Explora provide? Meals and drinks:
- Lunch. (Upon request).
- Water and hydration drinks for your expedition - cold drinks, and chips after the expedition.
- Transfer. Upon request.
- State of the art gear. (life jackets, helmets, knee pads, first aid kits, dry bags, headlamps) - VIP group service
- Facilities at Explora’s small mountain cottage - Knowledgeable Guides, certified in wilderness first aid, vertical techniques, swift water rescue & cave rescue. What is the level of difficulty? Do I need prior experience? No previous experience necessary. Participants should be agile and enjoy the outdoors; requires a moderate level of physical exertion/fitness. Do you need to know how to swim? No. All participants wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket that keeps them afloat and safe. Are there any restrictions? For their own safety, pregnant women cannot participate, nor anyone who has undergone recent surgery, has back injuries, nor those with a serious heart, respiratory or neurologic condition, such as epilepsy. Is there an age limit? Minimum standard age is 10 years old, but agile younger children (8 or 9) are welcome. What happens in the event of inclement weather? Explora abides by the highest safety standards. Our weather and hydrology experts are constantly monitoring the location’s conditions through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the United States Geological Survey. If it is not safe, the trip will be cancelled. You may re-schedule your multiadventure or get a full refund. What are the general terms and conditions? Every participant must sign Explora's Medical Form and Explora’s Waiver - Liability Release Form. Participants under 21 years old will need a legal guardian to sign Explora's Waiver - Liability Release Form on their behalf. EXPLORA reserves the right to cancel the trip due to adverse weather conditions. Is there a dress code? Yes. You will be getting wet, so we recommend cloth made of synthetic material. · Top: comfortable top, lightweight & breathable made of synthetic-quick dry material.
· Bottom:
- light hiking pants
- ladies may wear bathing suit as a first layer, then 'leggings' or sports pants on top.
- gentleman may wear swim trunks, also bike pants, light gym sports pant
Shoes
· Sneakers, closed-toe outdoor shoes, light hiking boots. What to bring? A. · small day-pack, in which the participant will carry just lunch and water
· any personal medications if needed
· change of clothes, including shoes, and towel; that, will remain at Explora's facilities.
