We can organize tours for you prior to your arrival or while you are here. Pricing can change, please consult us before booking for latest pricing. Addition information on the tours section of the Villas Pico Bonito web site.
http://www.villaspicobonito.com/tours.html
Hiking.
There are plenty of places to hike to and from around the Lodge. There are 3 that are within minutes of the resort The El Bejuco waterfall is a 4 hour round trip. It requires a $8 (160 lempiras) payment to cross the suspension bridge. So bring change. Guides are not needed for the hike, however if you feel you need a guide one is available, $50/$75 per day. Inquire while here about other hiking destinations.
Rafting
is available from several different companies You can book trips while you are here. Cost start at $60 plus tax depending on whom you prefer to use and whether or not you want lunch. Trip time depending on river conditions 3 to 4 hours. Other possibilities are white water swimming when the river is low, kayaking in both hard and inflatable kayaks. Training in kayaking disciplines and more complex and technical river trips.
This is general information, each rafting company is slightly different, we work with them all.
RAFTING CANGREJAL RIVER
a. Hours 8:30 to 12:00 2:00 to 5:00
b. Snacks: fruit, iced tea, water
c. Equipment: Life jackets, helmets, paddles, first aid, rescue equipment, rafts, vehicle available throughout the trip.
d. English speaking professional guide with each group.
e. Participants: Min 2 pax Max. 30 pax. We make two trips per day
f. Quick Rating: Low River with Class II and Class III, High River III and IV water in extreme conditions make two trips to compensate for time. Minimum age: 8 years with their parents.
g. Visitor Checklist: TEVA sandals or tennis shoes, shorts, shirts, insect repellent, sunscreen, towel, extra clothes dry. Do not wear jewelry. Paddle wetsuit or jacket during cold fronts.
h. Release. All participants sign a liability release.
Birding,
All around the Lodge is excellent with many different varieties of birds here at different times of the year. Guides are available. Check with us for pricing.
Massage
Available with appointment. Check pricing on arrival.
Cayos Cochinos
Snorkeling, swimming in a pristine environment. Fun boat ride out and back. Leaves at 7.30am from the beach at Sambo Creek, returns around 2 pm. 4 persons is $39 per person, usually there are more people booking from other resorts so, generally, not a problem for 2 persons. If not then $70 per person for 2 people. Add transportation round trip from lodge $70 for the van if necessary.
Motorcycles
Dual Sport Motorcycle rentals 110 cc $30, 250cc $50 per day, helmet and gas included.
Mountain bike rentals.
Latest mongoose models with full suspension.
$15 per day.
Mountain biking mountain tour
Trips up the mountain along the river valley by truck and cycle down. (one serious hill climb). See villages and Honduran country living.
$55 per person.
Zip Lining
2 locations, one next door, Jungle River zip line $45 per person. The Canopy Tour is the longest zip line with the most cables. It also includes a visit to the hot springs. Located 40 minutes from here, $65 entrance fee per person. Transport included.
Horseback riding in the Jungle
4 hours. Lunch included. Trek into the Jungle along mountain streams, see villages and Honduran country living.
Were long pants and bring swim suit for a dip if you like.
$79 plus tax.
Cuero y Salado,
After arrival, load up on the old banana train to the tourist center for the Lagoon. Here you can see wild life of many species, Birds, Monkeys, crocodiles and Manatees. Trips are offered by a variety of companies. Costs approximately $125 per person, please check before booking, it depends on the company we use and how many persons wish to go. In addition you can use a taxi to get to this park independently. Cuero y Salado is toured in a motor boat with a guide.
Rio Zacate and Cacao Lagoon.
Self paddled Kayaks or large canoes paddled by guide. See Birds, Monkeys, Crocodiles. Trips are offered by a variety of companies. Approximately $95 dollars per person, depending on company. Trips start at 8am usually last 4 hours. Below are general comments regarding Cacao and Rio Zacate.
Sea kayak Laguna El Cacao
a. Hours 7:30 to 12:00 1:00 to 5:00
b. Snack: Fruit and iced tea. Tourists carry their water bottle.
c. Equipment: first aid, cell communication, life jackets.
d. Professional bilingual naturalist guide with each group.
e. Kayaks Participants: Min 2 pax Max. 10 pax. Part. We can make two trips per day.
f. Tour Difficulty: For all ages in wooden canoe. Children 10 and over in single kayak.
g. Visitors Checklist: TEVA sandals, slippers, trousers or shorts, shirt, insect repellent, sunscreen, waterproof winter jumpa, binoculars, small backpack and plastic bags, water bottle. Do not wear jewelry.
SEA KAYAKING RIO ZACATE
a) Hours 7:30 to 12:00 1:00 to 5:00
b) Fruit, Ice Tea, Coconut Water (Water Bottle takes the visitor)
c) Equipment: Life jackets, cell communication, paddles, first aid
d) Professional bilingual naturalist guide
e) Kayaks Participants: Min 2 pax Max. 10 pax. We make two trips per day
f) Degree of Difficulty: For all ages. Children 10 years or more in single kayak
g) Customer Checklist: TEVA sandals, slippers, trousers or shorts, shirt, insect repellent, sunscreen, waterproof winter jumpa, small backpack, binoculars, plastic bags, water bottle. Do not wear jewelry.
Outward Bound Trips
There are a number of trips that involve camping in the Jungle overnight. They involve tough jungle hikes, primitive camping conditions and are for the very adventurous and stout of heart. Cost dependent on the number of nights and destination but budget at least $200 per person.
