• Ojo de Agua La Manga - NOTE: The hike to Canyon El Silencio and El Ojo de Agua is a desert trek, suitable only during the cooler months.

1:00pm: Gather at Mariscos El Esterito restaurant.

1:00pm-1:30pm: Depart from the restaurant and drive in personal vehicles to the location of the first trailhead.

1:30pm-2:30pm: Embark on a hike to Canyon El Silencio, taking the opportunity to appreciate the canyon’s geology and the distinctive plant and animal species along the way.

2:30pm-3:00pm: Return to the vehicles and proceed to the site of the second trailhead.

3:00pm-4:30pm: Hike to the El Ojo de Agua spring. This mountainside spring flows year-round, supporting mosses and ferns, and offers views of Mexican fan palms and breathtaking coastal scenery.

4:30pm-5:30pm: Gather under a shady palapa to savor freshly made ceviche from locally caught fish, served on a tostada with a selection of sauces.

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

This hike offers a unique experience, distinct from typical tourist activities, as participants will be guided by a local biologist who will help identify the region’s diverse flora and fauna. The journey leads to the canyon of El Silencio and the spring El Ojo de Agua. These trails are situated on private land with restricted access within the protected area known as the Reserva Especial de la Biosfera Cajón del Diablo. The microclimate in these areas is more humid and cooler than the surrounding desert, creating an oasis rich with native fan palms and lush vegetation. This habitat resembles the tropical deciduous forests found further south, where many tropical species reach their northernmost range.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.