View gallery
Zapotecan Village Trek
Indigenous village trek in a world of biodiversity
-
- Price £995
- Was £1,195
- Price £995
-
- Please contact us for flights from your nearest airport
-
- Single sup £250
- Duration : 8 days
- Single sup £250
-
- ACTIVITY
- OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
FEATURED IN WANDERLUST`S
BEST 50 NEW TOURS FOR 2012
Venture into a hidden corner of Mexico that the indigenous Zapotecs call home - the Sierra Norte mountains of Oaxaca. This stunning region is home to around 4,000 plant species and is thought to be one of the oldest eco-systems in the world at around 20 million years old. These beautiful mountains, pine forests, rivers and valleys lend themselves to legends and the Zapotecs have many which they are only too happy to share with the adventurous souls who visit their native lands. The benefits of this eco-tourism project are shared amongst the people and villages that make this area so special. Come discover this little slice of paradise.
· Experience the warm welcome of the Zapotecs
· Take a high altitude zip-wire ride
· Witness an incredible array of biodiversity
· Relive the day`s adventures around your own lodge`s fire
· Do your bit for the environment and economy of this region
- Oaxaca
- Llano Grande
- Cuajimoloyas
- Lutavi
- Amatlan
- Capulalpam
Oaxaca is known for its fascinating history, indigenous culture, unique landscape and beautiful architecture.
Day 1
Fly from Mexico City into Oaxaca. Transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. Meal plan: N/A
Day 2
North to Llano Grande in the Sierra Norte Mountains. 4 hour hiking loop in the surrounding cloud forest. Lunch. Afternoon free to relax or visit the village. Dinner and overnight in Llano Grande. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 3
Hike to Cuajimoloyas via Cueva de la Iglesia (5 hours). Lunch at Cuajimoloyas. Optional afternoon hike to El Mirador (viewpoint) or visit of a traditional healer. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 4
Hike to Latuvi (5½ hours). Lunch at a trout farm. Overnight in the cabins of Latuvi. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 5
Hike from Latuvi to Amatlan along Camino Real (6 hours). Optional temazcal (traditional steam bath) late afternoon. Overnight in the cabins of Amatlan. Meal plan: B, L, D
For full itinerary, click on one of the links below
· Experience the warm welcome of the Zapotecs
· Take a high altitude zip-wire ride
· Witness an incredible array of biodiversity
· Relive the day`s adventures around your own lodge`s fire
· Do your bit for the environment and economy of this region
Day 1
Fly from Mexico City into Oaxaca. You will be met at the airport by a Travel The Unknown representative and brought to your hotel. Rest of the day free. Meal plan: N/A
Day 2
Drive North to the village of Llano Grande in the Sierra Norte mountain range. Start a 4 hour hiking loop in the surrounding cloud forest before returning for a late lunch. Afternoon free to relax or visit the village. Dinner and overnight in Llano Grande. A fire will be lit in the fireplace in your room in the evening here. Meal plan: B, L, D
This area is one of incredible biodiversity and home to over 400 birds and 350 butterfly species as well as jaguar, spider monkeys and tapirs. The Sierra is also the site of mixed pine-oak forests, classified by the World Wildlife Fund as being the richest and most varied on earth and one of the world's oldest ecosystems. It is estimated to be over twenty million years old.
The Zapotec people of the Sierra Norte live from their forests and mineral resources. In 1998 an ecotourism project was founded to protect and preserve this nature system in a sustainable way (Expediciones Sierra Norte A.C.). A small tourism infrastructure has been established and the tours offered in the area are organized by the villagers themselves. Guides from the villages accompany us during our walks and explain the different kinds of animals and plants and their uses.
Day 3
Hike to Cuajimoloyas via Cueva de la Iglesia (5 hours). Lunch at Cuajimoloyas. Optional afternoon hike to El Mirador (viewpoint) or visit of a traditional healer. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 4
Hike to Latuvi (5½ hours). Lunch at a trout farm. Overnight in the cabins of Latuvi. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 5
Hike from Latuvi to Amatlan along Camino Real.(6 hours). Optional temazcal (traditional steam bath) in the late afternoon. Overnight in the cabins of Amatlan. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 6
Free morning or hike from Amatlan to La Natividad / Capulalpam. After lunch visit of the center for traditional medicine in Capulalpam. Drive back to Oaxaca city. Overnight in Oaxaca. Meal plan: B, L
Day 7
Day tour of Oaxaca. Visit of Santo Domingo church and the ethnobotanical garden.Walk along the main pedestrian street down to the main plaza (`El Zocalo`) and visit the cathedral and the central "20 de noviembre" market stopping at different stands for an explanation of the uses of medicinal plants. Sample chillies, taste various local products such as agua de horchata con tuna y nueces (rice water with prickly pear and walnuts), the famous chapulines (grasshoppers) and nieves (home-made ice cream - with hundreds of flavours). Lunch at the Centro de Esperanza Infantil with an explanation of the work they do. Overnight in Oaxaca. Meal plan: B, L
The Centro de Esperanza Infantil is a part of the Oaxaca Street Children Grassroots organisation, an organisation based on community participation and volunteering. Their goal is to lessen poverty through education. Making a difference begins at the grassroots level and requires community involvement and volunteer action to promote learning, greater self-esteem, and personal achievement and to remove the physical, emotional, medical or financial barriers that hinder children from receiving an education.
Day 8
Breakfast. Drop to the airport for departure to Mexico City. Meal plan: B
--- END OF SERVICES ---
Day 1
Fly from Mexico City into Oaxaca. Transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. Meal plan: N/A
Day 2
North to Llano Grande in the Sierra Norte Mountains. 4 hour hiking loop in the surrounding cloud forest. Lunch. Afternoon free to relax or visit the village. Dinner and overnight in Llano Grande. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 3
Hike to Cuajimoloyas via Cueva de la Iglesia (5 hours). Lunch at Cuajimoloyas. Optional afternoon hike to El Mirador (viewpoint) or visit of a traditional healer. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 4
Hike to Latuvi (5½ hours). Lunch at a trout farm. Overnight in the cabins of Latuvi. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 5
Hike from Latuvi to Amatlan along Camino Real (6 hours). Optional temazcal (traditional steam bath) late afternoon. Overnight in the cabins of Amatlan. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 6
Free morning or hike from Amatlan to La Natividad / Capulalpam. Visit center for traditional medicine in Capulalpam. Drive back to Oaxaca city. Overnight in Oaxaca. Meal plan: B, L
Day 7
Day tour of Oaxaca. Lunch at the Centro de Esperanza Infantil. Overnight in Oaxaca. Meal plan: B, L
Day 8
Breakfast. Drop to the airport for departure to Mexico City. Meal plan: B
Oaxaca is known for its fascinating history, indigenous culture, unique landscape and beautiful architecture.
Our handpicked accommodation in Oaxaca incorporates these aspects of Oaxacan life and creates a more authentic and comfortable experience. Other nights will be spent in traditional small wooden cabins.
- Oaxaca
- Llano Grande
- Cuajimoloyas
- Lutavi
- Amatlan
- Capulalpam
HOW TO BOOK YOUR TRAVEL THE UNKNOWN EXPERIENCE
1. Choose your adventure
Look through our brochure or on our website for ideas. Download the trip dossier and detailed itinerary for any trip you are interested in for more information. Remember we would be happy to customise any trip to suit your needs if required.
2. Call us to confirm availability
Call our travel experts on 020 7183 6371 to confirm availability and ask us any outstanding questions. Alternatively you can email us at info@traveltheunknown.com.
3. Secure your place and complete your booking
Secure your place by sending a deposit of £100 (a holding deposit) and returning your booking form by email or by post. This will secure your place on the trip of your choice.
The total deposit required will depend on the trip chosen but is typically 25-40% of the ground arrangements price plus the full cost of the international flight if you decide to book this with us. The final balance will fall due 10 weeks before your departure date.
To book, now call 020 7183 6371 and speak to one of our travel experts or email us at info@traveltheunknown.com.
4. Book your flights
We want to give you maximum flexibility with flights so we can arrange your flights from the airport of your choice or if you prefer you can arrange your own flights and our representative will meet you at your arrival airport and take you to your hotel.
TELEPHONE
020 7183 6371 (UK)
(347) 329 5524 (USA)
+44 20 8823 0705 (Other)
POST
Travel The Unknown
Hyde Park House
5 Manfred Road Putney
SW15 2RS United Kingdom
WHAT TO FILL IN HERE
Fill in as much detail as you can including the name of the trip you wish to book, the date of departure, whether you require international flights, the number and type of rooms required, any additional services desired (tours, transfers, overnights) and any special requirements. We will then contact you as soon as possible to complete your booking. Our contact details are below if you require any assistance.
TELEPHONE
020 7183 6371 (UK)
(347) 329 5524 (USA)
+44 20 8823 0705 (Other)
POST
Travel The Unknown
Hyde Park House
5 Manfred Road Putney
SW15 2RS United Kingdom
 |
Mexico Regional Information.pd....pdf | 547 | KB |
|
Booking Conditions.pdf | 300 | KB |
 |
Booking Form.doc | 61 | KB |
|
Zapotecan-village-trek-accommo....pdf | 106 | KB |
|
Trip Notes - ZVT.pdf | 248 | KB |
|
Itinerary-zvt.pdf | 194 | KB |
| (6 files available) | |||
Download Instructions
Click on any of the files displayed to open them. Alternatively right-click a file and choose "Save target as..." or "Save link as..." to save it to your computer.
Please contact us at info@traveltheunknown.com to report any problems, errors or omissions.
Treasures of Oaxaca
(10 days)
The last bastion of indigenous Mexico
More »
Mexico City & Teotihuacan
(5 days)
Ancient history meets modern metropolis
More »
