Discover the
Door of the Mountain Range of Puerto Rico
"Off The Beaten Path Hiking Adventure in Puerto Rico"
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TRANSPORTATION/MEETING POINT /WHY THE EARLY PICK-UP?
7:00 am (SHARP!) SUPERMAX IN CONDADO (IS BESIDES THE DOUBLETREE HOTEL BY HILTON IN SAN JUAN)
https://goo.gl/maps/zY7CGYntNLd9mSpH6
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BEST DESTINATION TO FIND AND GET TO THE MEETING POINT WILL BE:
DOUBLEETREE BY HILTON HOTEL IN SAN JUAN. ONLY DOUBLETREE HOTEL IN PR
https://goo.gl/maps/JYg6AvgNEFjnBUyt9
(PLEASE BE ADVISED: IF TAKING AN UBER PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK HE IS GOING THE RIGHT WAY, IT HAS HAPPENED BEFORE, THAT FOR SOME REASON, THEY DROP PARTICIPANTS AT ANOTHER LOCATION, SOMETIMES QUITE FAR AWAY).
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IF COMING BY UBER PLEASE MAKE THE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS EARLY. LATELY, THEY ARE HARD TO GET TO.
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IF SELF-DRIVING YOU CAN PARK IN ONE OF THE STREETS NEARBY OR THERE IS A $8 ALL-DAY PARKING LOT BESIDE A SHELL GAS STATION IN FRONT OF THE SUPERMAX.
GOOGLE MAP PIN FOR THE PARKING LOT IF SELF-DRIVING:
Dropped pin
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UQv5EQyDDNtJCvX69?g_st=ic
GOOGLE MAP PIN FOR THE GAS STATION ️:
https://goo.gl/maps/biNUKXXuHj1xe2mx5
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IF COMING FROM THE NORTHWEST TO SAN JUAN (EXAMPLES: DORADO, ISABELA, BAYAMON, AGUADILLA, RINCON, ETC.) PLEASE LET ME KNOW, I CAN ARRANGE ANOTHER MEETING POINT FOR YOU.
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IF COMING FROM THE NORTHEAST OUTSIDE THE SAN JUAN AREA VIA UBER MAKE SURE TO MAKE THE ARRANGEMENTS EARLY. DUE TO UBER HIGH DEMAND, IT HASN'T BEEN EASY TO GET AHOLD OF ONE LATELY.
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IF COMING FROM THE NORTHEAST OUTSIDE THE SAN JUAN AREA SELF-DRIVING, MAKE SURE TO START MAKING YOUR WAY AT 6:00 AM OR EALIER. HEAVY TRAFFIC, USUALLY STARTS AROUND 6:30 AM. THE AIRPORT AREA CAN GET VERY BUSY.
FEEL FREE TO CHECK OUR USUAL MEETING POINTS IN CONTACT/HOW TO GET THERE PAGE(CLICK)
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WE LEAVE AS SOON AS WE GATHER ALL THE PARTICIPANTS NO LATER THAN 7:00 AM - NO SHOW NO REFUND. (WE DON'T HAVE A COURTESY WAITING TIME AFTER 7:00 AM, WE ARE AT THE MEETING POINT FROM 6:20/30AM TO 7:00 AM, WHICH WOULD BE A 30-40MIN WAITING TIME BEFORE 7:00 AM)
(WHITE 15-PASSENGER FORD VAN - LOOK FOR A LONG CURLY HAIR TOUR GUIDE)
ONCE AGAIN, MAKE SURE TO BRING A CHANGE OF CLOTHES! (IT FEELS NICER TO HAVE LUNCH IN DRY CLEAN CLOTHES) AND EXTRA SHOES (CAN BE FLIP-FLOPS). SHOES ARE GOING TO GET MUDDY AND WET. IT ALSO HELPS US TO KEEP THE VAN AS CLEAN AS POSSIBLE :-)
WHY THE EARLY PICK-UP?
In Puerto Rico, the orographic effect is very common. What happens is, that trade winds push hot, humid air up the mountains and this change in elevation cool's the air, and lower's the capacity to retain humidity. Then, we have condensation, and what we love but we don't like, is precipitation, which usually happens after mid-day. In simple terms, we do not want to see a flash flood in person, Safety first.
“PLEASE BE ADVISED, THAT UPDATES IN THE PICK-UP TIME AND CHANGES TO THE TOUR LOGISTICS COULD HAPPEN DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS, SOCIAL EVENTS, ETC.”
FOR THE HIKE:
SNACK, WATER, CAMERA, MEDICATION (EXAMPLES: EPIPEN, INSULIN, ETC)
IN THE VAN (AKA LOCKER)
EVERYTHING ELSE, CHANGE OF CLOTHES, THINGS YOU DON'T WANT TO GET WET, DAMAGE, BROKEN, ETC.
The Old Kapok Tree
Enchanted Secret Waterfall 150' feet
Stages of Coffee - nice to have before a good hike
POSSIBLE EXPENSES OF THE DAY
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COFFEE STOP BEFORE THE HIKE
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COFFEE $2 to $6
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BREAKFAST among other things from $2.50 to $10+
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They also have cold drinks
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Lunch at the end is around $8 (Vegan options are very limited, plan accordingly and Kosher is nonexistent). They also sell soft drinks, beer, common drinks, etc.
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There is also a small bakery, just in case you need an extra coffee at the end of a pastry (donuts, cheesecake, etc.). It is very cheap.
IMPORTANT LUNCH IS USUALLY LATE FROM 2 PM TO 3PM. IF YOU GET “HANGRY”, PREPARE ACCORDINGLY. WE PROVIDE FRUITS ALONG THE HIKE BUT IT MIGHT NOT BE ENOUGH.
please let us know beforehand if somebody from your group has any FOOD RESTRICTIONS like vegetarian, allergic to gluten, seafood or dairy, etc.
*** Gratuities are not included in the price but after a long adventurous day, truly appreciated
FYI, We, provide transportation, but to have an idea, taking a UBER from the SUPERMAX to our private location is around $150! , one way! and that’s just transportation! In other words, this tour is as cheap as it gets
HIKING LEVEL – (PLEASE READ THIS SECTION AND SHARE THE INFORMATION WITH YOUR GROUP)
OBJECTIVE: OFF THE BEATEN PATH - LEVEL MODERATE – THE USUAL HIKING DISTANCE OF THIS HIKE IS AROUND 3.0 MILES IN SEMI-STEEP TERRAIN AND SOME RIVER HIKING.
Please be advised, that this is an attempt to describe the level of the hike, hiking levels tend to be subjective, it DEPENDS greatly on the level of the participant and his/her perspective. The level can be as easy to some participants as challenging and extreme to others. But to keep a standard it would be Moderate with the possibility of some Challenging sections (THIS IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO MAKE THIS HIKE CONCERNING NOR SCARY. IS ONLY TO PROVIDE ENOUGH INFORMATION, SO PARTICIPANTS HAVE A GOOD UNDERSTANDING AND FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH THIS TYPE AND LEVEL OF HIKING)
SUBJECTIVE (THE SENSATION OF INTENSITY CAN FEEL DIFFERENT DUE TO PARTICIPANTS SKILL LEVEL AND WEATHER):
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IF YOU ARE AN AVID FIT HIKER - THE LEVEL WOULD BE “EASY/MODERATE” (EXAMPLE: CROSS FIT, TRAINS REGULARLY, HIKE REGULARLY, GOOD FOUNDATION IN OUTDOORS ACTIVITIES, SPORTS BACKGROUNDS, KONA IRON MAN/WOMAN, IRON MAN/WOMAN TRIATHLETES KIND OF PARTICIPANTS)
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IF YOU ARE A NORMAL/REGULAR HIKER - THE LEVEL WOULD BE “MODERATE” AND MAYBE “CHALLENGING” IN SOME SECTIONS.
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IF YOU ARE FIT BUT A NON-HIKER - THE LEVEL WOULD BE “MODERATE” AND MAYBE “CHALLENGING” IN SOME SECTIONS, IN MOST CASES.
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IF YOU NEVER HIKE, ARE COMPLETELY NON-ACTIVE, AND ARE NOT PHYSICALLY FIT - THIS EXPERIENCE WOULD BE “CHALLENGING AND IN SOME CASES EXTREME” - NOT RECOMMENDED!!!!
QUOTING A PARTICIPANT:
“……Andre is a really attentive guide, and tries to make the hiking amazing, he paved the path, hang ropes that you can use, etc! I'd say expect some level of difficulty, but at the same time don't be intimidated, if you can run 1-2 miles and have decent equilibrium you're more than skilled I'd say…..”
Please be advised
Participants who are not used to off-beaten path hiking: in some cases, cannot keep up the required pace, cope with steep sections found on this particular hike, and depending on their hiking level, could find it hard to complete the adventure. These can slow everyone down and can result in a safety hazard.
IF PARTICIPANTS ARE HIGHLY ALLERGIC TO THE FOLLOWING EXAMPLES OR ANY OTHERS, PLEASE BRING YOUR EPIPEN. WE DO NOT CARRY AN EPIPEN WITH US. THIS IS A PRESCRIPTION-ONLY DRUG.
• BEES
• NUTS
• ANTS
• FRUITS (EXAMPLE: MANGOES, PINEAPPLE, ETC.)
“IF YOU NEED AN EPIPEN AND YOU DON'T HAVE IT, YOU CAN’T PARTICIPATE IN THIS TOUR”
ONLINE WAIVER
HERE IS THE LINK TO SIGNED THE ONLINE WAIVER. IT CAN BE DONE BY SMARTPHONE, TABLET, OR COMPUTER. WE ARE GOING PAPERLESS
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LINK:
https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/pdnxxa5ktksyde7p2fp69g/web/
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE WAIVER OR THE ACTIVITY FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US
(NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PARTICIPANTS THAT ARE NON-ACTIVE, NOT PHYSICALLY FIT, POOR TO CERO COORDINATION, NEVER GO HIKING NOR PARTAKE IN ANY PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES INDOORS OR OUTDOORS)
Coffee, Hiking, Panoramic Views, and Waterfall Adventure in Puerto Rico
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
BECKIE B, DON'T MISS THIS INCREDIBLE ADVENTURE
André is a local who knows the area he brings you to like the back of his hand and conveys his passion for the PR culture, connecting with others, and nature. The tour is definitely a full day of adventure: the pacing is perfect (and personalized) to start slow and easy learning about local coffee production (definitely order an espresso!), then work up to the crazy hike (bring quick-dry clothes and grippy shoes) with whatever stops your group wants, and wind down to a local lunch with an incredible view. Andre will point out really cool flora & fauna and you can dive in at your level during this advanced hike. I'm not an outdoorsy gal, and he balanced challenging each member of the group in different ways with relaxing fun and laughter. We were lucky to go alone as a group of four friends; and André made us immediately feel like part of his family: well taken care of, well fed, and safe.
Please read the following information and share it with your group.
Feel free to call or email us for inquiries about this adventure.
Experience Included:
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Real Off The Beaten Path Hike (Hiking Level Real Off The Beaten Path - Moderate to Challenging with some steep hiking and river trekking sections - Suitable for all Physically Fit People)
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Waterfall Sight-Seeing - One of the Waterfalls is 150' Feet!
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Natural Spring Pools
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Big Old Native Centenary Tree
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Museum of Coffee
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Private Reserve
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Panoramic Views
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Freshly Cut Tropical Fruits in the rainforest - maybe some extra surprises.
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Bottle of Water
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Transportation - (from a Pre-Selected Meeting Point. Please check "Contact/Getting There Page)
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Fully Train Adventure Guides and Excellent Personalised Service
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Optional(if needed) - we can provide: small backpack, trekking pole, dry bag)
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Puertorrican Jibaro "Almuerzo" (Lunch) at the end(NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE)
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We are going to provide pictures of this activity for Free! But is Highly Recommended that Participants bring their camera (We are Not Responsible for Electronics), Minimizing the Risk is our main concern.
What To Bring:
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Good traction shoes. Examples: Keen, Five Ten, La Sportiva. If you don’t have any of these options Good Sneakers (Nike, Reebok, Asics, Addidas, etc.) Sandals (like Chaco) are not recommended.
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We HIGHLY recommend the use of closed-toe shoes (NO sandals or open-toed shoes). Participants may come into contact with: sharp edges, hazardous plant life, insects bites, animals, heavy rolling objects (rocks, branches, etc.), uneven terrain, slippery surfaces, and other elements from nature that, to the extent of our capability, we can't possibly control.
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Change of clothes and a towel. Camera, Small Backpack, and Waterproof Camera (if possible).
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Extra Water and Snacks (energy bar, granola bars, protein bars, etc.) are optional.
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If concerned about mosquitos, it is recommended you wear an extra layer under your shirt and pants. Example: long sleeve dry fit tee and compression cool dry sports tights pants base layer. Another option would be Hiking Pants or Bug Repellent
Physical Skill Requirements:
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Must Be Physically active.
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Have good endurance. Able to hike 2 to 3 miles in a semi-to steep terrain.
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Have good Balance and Coordination while hiking or going down through slippery rocks.
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Know how to swim without a life vest. If you don't swim please let us know beforehand.
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Positive Outdoor Mentality
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Able to go through muddy sections and have fun while doing it so. Oh Yeah! We Love Mud.
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Sleep and eat well(Disclaimer: if for any reason we think you’re not well-rested and this could compromise the safety of the tour you might not be allowed to participate in the excursion)
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take part in the Past and Present Medical Condition – Persons that fall into any of the following categories can not adventure
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Extremely Overweight
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Predispose Cardiac Condition
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Respiratory Condition
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Epileptic Seizures
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Legs Problems
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Pregnant
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Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol
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Age requirement: 18 to 60 years old (active seniors, over 60 please contact us)
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Gratuities are not included in the price but are highly appreciated
CANCELLATIONS AND UPDATES
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WE HAVE A 24-HOUR STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY IF BOOKING THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AND VIATOR/TRIPADVISOR
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IF BOOKING THROUGH AIRBNB WE FOLLOW THEIR STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY.
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VIP GROUPS BOOKING 3+ DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE ACTIVITY WILL REQUIRE MORE THAN 72 HOURS OF ANTICIPATION TO PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. LESS THAN 72 HOURS BEFORE THE DAY OF ACTIVITY WILL BE OFFERED A PARTIAL REFUND - 50%, AND WITH LESS THAN 24HR, NO REFUND.
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VIP GROUPS GROUPS BOOKING WITH LESS THAN 72 HOURS FROM THE DAY OF THE ACTIVITY ARE SUBJECT TO THE 24HR STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY.
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NO SHOW, NO REFUND (NO EXCEPTIONS).
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OUT OF COURTESY, WE GIVE 5 MORE MINUTES AFTER THE PICKUP TIME. AFTER THIS, IF PARTICIPANTS HAVEN’T ARRIVED, IT COUNTS AS A NO-SHOW.
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BAD WEATHER: WHEN THERE IS A CHANCE OF BAD WEATHER, WE MIGHT OFFER AN ALTERNATIVE (DIFFERENT TIME EARLIER, ADJUST THE HIKING TOUR, ETC.), RESCHEDULE OR CANCEL. IF WE HAVE TO CANCEL DUE TO BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS A FULL REFUND WILL BE OFFERED.
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PLEASE BE ADVISED, IF BOOKING THROUGH AN OTA (ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY), SUCH AS TRIPADVISOR, AIRBNB, ETC. THEY ALSO HAVE THEIR CANCELLATION POLICIES. FEEL FREE TO FIND MORE INFORMATION ONLINE THROUGH THEIR PLATFORMS.
CONTACT
Feel free to contact us, 7873158797, alturaprinfo@gmail.com, or WhatsApp, with any questions regarding the adventure. Have a healthy breakfast and Be Ready to Have Fun.
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COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY RESOURCES
We are putting the health and safety of our customers and staff first. Your health is our top priority, and we have put special measures in place to keep all guests safe both during and after your activity.
Procedures & Policies
• Stringent Cleaning – We’ve increased the frequency of disinfecting surfaces and high-traffic areas between each tour and hand sanitizer will be available to all of our guests. Vehicle is fully disinfected after every tour (Odoban, Lysol, Fabuloso, Feebrese, Ozone Generator, etc.)
Please note outdoor activities carry risks, and you may be exposed to dangerous situations as part of this experience. Make sure you can participate safely given your abilities and the conditions (such as location, weather, and equipment).
