• Ojo de Agua La manga - NOTE: The hike described to Canyon El Silencio and El Ojo de Agua involves desert hiking and is only possible in the cooler months of the year.

1:00pm: We will meet at the restaurant Mariscos El Esterito.

1:00pm-1:30pm: We will leave the restaurant and drive in our own vehicles to the property where the first trailhead is located.

1:30pm-2:30pm: We will hike to Canyon El Silencio, taking time to observe the geology of the canyon as well as the unique species of plants and animals we may encounter.

2:30pm-3:00pm: We will return to our vehicles and drive to the property where the second trailhead is located.

3:00pm-4:30pm: We will hike to the spring of El Ojo de Agua. This mountainside spring has water year-round and harbors mosses and ferns. In addition, we will see many Mexican fan palms and stunning views of the coastline.

4:30pm-5:30pm: We will reconvene under a shady palapa and enjoy freshly prepared ceviche from locally caught fish served on a tostada with sauces of your choice.

• Dinner included
• Field guides provided for flora and fauna identification

This isn’t your typical touristic adventure. Instead, you’ll be joined by a local biologist who will guide you in discovering and classifying the different plant and animal species found in the area. Our trip will take us to the El Silencio canyon and the El Ojo de Agua spring. Both of these trails are privately owned and lie within the limited access confines of the Cajón del Diablo Reserve, a protected area. The microclimate in these spots is damp and chillier compared to the desert surroundings, forming a natural paradise filled with native fan palms mingling with rich flora. This environment is similar to tropical deciduous forests located farther south and serves as the northernmost habitat for many tropical species.

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