Cahabon River

Code: CAB 1L

Rock 'N Roll, 1 Day

Class III - IV, Min. Age: 12

DAY 01:

Meet with a Maya Expeditions representative at 8:30 a.m., at Hotel El Recreo Lanquin.  Transfer to our put-in, a few kilometers out of town, on the banks of the Lanquin river. After a safety and orientation talk, board the rafts and begin descent of the rio Lanquin to its confluence with the rio Cahabon. Continue on the Cahabon, navigating some of the river's largest and most exciting rapids. The day is full of excitement, a perfect combination of rapids, tranquil pools, friendly Maya-Keck'chi Indians, and wildlife. Enjoy the subtropical jungle with large variety of orchids and bromeliads blooming throughout the year.  Marvel at the local bird life like Montezuma Oropendola, Belted& Amazon Kingfishers, Amazon Parrots or a glimpse of the Keel-billed Toucan. In the afternoon we arrive at the small village of Tamax, our take-out, where we transfer to awaiting vehicle for a ride back to Lanquin.

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Transportation Options For This Trip:
1.  On the back or our equipment truck, or using your own vehicle (we can help you find a driver). 

2. Mini-vans (Toyota Hi Ace or similar) are available for a small extra fee.

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INCLUDED:
Lunch, all river and safety equipment and professional river guides. Land transportation, according to plan you are taking.
NOT INCLUDED:
sodas, beers or alcoholic beverages, extras in hotels or restaurants, and tips.

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WHAT TO BRING:
You must consider that the environment is that of a tropical region. Sun may be bright at noon and mosquitoes, even though not overwhelming, are something to take into consideration. Space is limited in this type of expedition, to avoid inconvenience, your personal equipment must be only a small handbag with your personal belongings.

Suggested personal equipment:
1 pair shoes to get wet (tennis or river sandals)
Swimming suit
Shorts
1 T-Shirt
Hat or cap
Insect repellant
Sun block
Strong eye glass (or sun glass) holder (if necessary)
Light jacket or raincoat (for the rainy season)
Small duffel with a towel and change of clothes, for the take out when you get off the river
*Photographic camera (optional, we provide water proof boxes, but we can't guarantee 100% waterproof protection)
Small overnight bag with personal items for Hotel stays

A HUGE SMILE !

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SUGGESTIONS: The Candelaria Caves and Laguna Lachuá, both located at the northern part of Alta Verapaz, are highly recommended places to visit if you are a nature lover and you are looking for a different kind of trip. It is possible to continue to the Petén, through Sayaxché and the Pasión river. There are several archaeological sites that are worth visiting, Ceibal, Dos Pilas, Aguateca, and lesser sites on the Petexbatun lake. From Sayaxché you may continue to Flores and visit Tikal, or you may continue by boat through the Usumacinta river to visit Yaxchilán (in Mexico). We will gladly provide detailed information on tours to these places.

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