Ruta Nativa Adventures
We have designed two main adventures in the Tanamá River, which include hiking, rappelling, body rafting, caving and canyoneering. Our unique adventures are focused on the education and preservation of the natural and cultural recourses of the Tanamá River and its outlying areas. Participants don’t need previous experience to be part of our adventures. They are commonly designed for 6 to 12 participants. Our team is highly trained and knowledgeable in rescue and first aid techniques. We offer all the equipment necessary for the adventures. Your only worry is to enjoy what the Tanamá River has to offer.
Book Now!Buruquena Adventure 1
Caving, Body Rafting and Trekking
Price Rate: $120.00 Tax Included
Duration: Full Day Adventure (5:40 AM- 5:00 PM)
Difficulty Level: Moderate/Difficult
Size Groups: 6 Participants Minimum/12 Participant Maximum
Dates Available: Fridays, Saturday and Sundays
Dare to enjoy the beauty of the Tanamá River. Get your helmet, headlamp, harness, and life jacket on and your ready for the experience of a lifetime. We’ll be immersed in the heart of the northern karst region by a complex system of tunnels and canyons that were formed by the natural evolution of ancient cave systems.
The adventure begins with an intense hike through karst terrain where you will learn about the history of the forest and the different species of animals and plants. You will also have the opportunity to observe the radio telescope of Arecibo. Once the biggest radio telescopes of the world; it has been featured in well-known motion pictures such as Golden Eye, Contact, Species, among others.
You will continue through the trail until arriving to the river where you will adjust life jackets and helmets in order to commence traversing the river. While floating downstream through canyon walls and caves, you will be able to observe stalactites, stalagmites and emerging pure water springs. You will flow down stream appreciating the incredible formations and observing every mysterious and surprising detail that the forest offers. In the last leg of the adventure will be one final hike through the dense forest under the discreet vigilance of the native birds and reptiles.
Book Buruguena Adventure Online!Guaraguao Adventure 2
Rappelling, Caving, Body Rafting and Trekking
Price Rate: $150.00 Tax Included
Duration: Full Day Adventure (5:40 AM- 5:00 PM)
Difficulty Level: Moderate/Difficult
Size Groups: 6 Participants Minimum/12 Participant Maximum
Dates Available: Fridays, Saturday and Sundays
The adventure begins with an intense hike through karst terrain. A couple of minute into the hike you will arrive at a elevated point form which you will have the opportunities to observe the immensity of once the largest radio telescope of the world. Continuing the hike through the forest you will arrive at a the rappel point were you will be descending some 200 feet toward the entrance of a immense cave from where the Tanamá River emerges.
Once in the river you will adjust life jackets and helmets in order to commence traversing the river. While floating downstream through canyon walls and caves, you will be able to observe stalactites, stalagmites and emerging pure water springs. You will flow down stream appreciating the incredible formations and observing every mysterious and surprising detail that the forest offers. In the last leg of the adventure there will be one final hike through the dense forest under the discreet vigilance of local birds and reptiles.
Adventures Includes
Transportation, guides, vertical equipment and snacks (sandwiches, cookies, energy bars, fresh fruit and juice).
What you need to bring
Small back pack, water (1Liter), tennis shoes or boot with good grip for slippery surfaces, breathable or quick dry comfortable hiking clothes, towel and a dry change of clothes.
* The location and design of this adventure makes the Tanamá River an ideal alternative for those that are searching for a complete adventure.
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