Copan to the Caribbean

Introduction
Honduras Honduras

Honduras is one of the gateways to the ancient Mayan World and the region known as Mesoamerica.

Tourism is one of the youngest and least developed industries in the Honduran economy. Although attractions are abundant, a very basic infrastructure prevents the tourist trade from growing into a massive tourism industry. Thus, today's traveler feels a sense of authenticity in their travel experience in Honduras.

There are numerous activities to take part in. 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.

Accomodation

Hotel Camino Maya, Copán Ruinas (3 nights)

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Riding

Itinerary
Itinerary:
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 the beautiful countryside as we travel to the picturesque village of Copán. Take the 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 be introduced to our horses, gear, and guide, and have a chance to take a short ride along the Copan River with 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 wonderful 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.

Rates and Dates for Copan to the Caribbean

Dates Note: arrival can be any day of the week

Other Info
Meeting: San Pedro Sula
Airport: San Pedro Sula
Transfer: San Pedro Sula airport

Climate: 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.