Mexico: Ancient Maya Biosphere Reserves
Sian Ka'an © Ryan Finchum/Emerald Planet |
November 9-18, 2007
$3,250 (from Cancun, Departing Merida)
At the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula lies one of the most impressive contiguous tropical rain forests in all of Mexico and Central America—the Maya Forest. At more than 6 million-acres, this lowland jungle is the largest of its kind outside of South America’s Amazon Basin. In addition to its impressive size and the abundance of its natural wonders, this rare and precious forest hosts numerous Mayan archeological sites. Join us on a journey that highlights two Biosphere Reserves on the Yucatán Peninsula—Calakmul and Sian Ka’an, each unique in its own right. Immerse yourself in Mayan history while exploring the ruins at Chicanná, Becán, and Calakmul. Kayak Laguna Azul de Señor with your Mayan guides and mountain bike to a bat cave to witness their exodus at dusk. Meet local farmers who The Nature Conservancy has helped to convert from traditional slash and burn agriculture to more sustainable methods.
Contact information: Katherine King at Emerald Planet: (888) 883-0736, e-mail katking@emeraldplanet.com or visit emeraldplanet.com.
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