Embark on a one of a kind nature focused tourism experience through stunning canyons and humid ecosystems within a Ramsar site internationally recognized for its ecological value. Throughout the journey, you'll engage in interpretive hiking and have the opportunity to observe wild orchids in their natural habitat. This tour blends environmental education, gentle to moderate hiking, nature photography, and the contemplation of unique landscapes in an area rich in botanical diversity and scenic beauty.
Activity Days: One day.
Activity Duration: 9 hours.
Active Hours: 6 hours.
Date: Scheduled upon availability
Physical Demand: Minimal.
Technical Difficulty: Walker (level 1 very low)
Average Altitude: 1350 masl – 1600 masl
Elevation Gain: 250 m.
Seasonality: Year-round.
Minimum Group Size: 1 person.
Maximum Group Size: 12 people.
Minimum Age: 10 years.
Meals: Depends on category
Lodging: Depends on category
Main Activities: Orchid Observation, Hiking
Optional Activities: Aquatic Trekking and City tours
09:00 a.m. – WELCOME, signing of waivers and itinerary overview
09:20 a.m. – TOUR of the Orchid Museum
10:20 a.m. – TRANSFER to Xico Pueblo Mágico
11:20 a.m. – SAFETY briefing and EQUIPMENT distribution
11:30 a.m. – INTEGRATION activity
11:40 a.m. – ACTIVATION activity
11:50 a.m. – REGULATION AND ENERGY CONNECTION activity
12:00 p.m. – Start of HIKE to reach Valle de las Hayas
01:30 p.m. – ORCHID WORKSHOP
03:00 p.m. – RETURN to vehicle
04:00 p.m. – MEAL at Paraíso de la Trucha (not included)
05:30 p.m. – RETURN to Coatepec Pueblo Mágico
06:00 p.m. – FAREWELL
NOTE:
The successful execution of all activities in a timely and proper manner depends on the group's dynamism.
WALKER (Level 1, very low difficulty)