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The newest member of the Rio y Montana "family" is Rodavento, a luxury adventure resort located in splendid Valle de Bravo. Located two hours northwest of Mexico City, this magical 16th century village is the perfect backdrop for this exquisite boutique hotel. Rustic colonial buildings line narrow cobblestone streets that lead to the shores of Valle's spectacular mountain lake. Unique shops, five-star restaurants, beautiful architecture, breathtaking views and endless outdoor possibilities make this the ideal retreat for the active traveler. Rodavento itself is one of Mexico's most distinctive properties. Built in perfect harmony with the surrounding forest, its 14 well-appointed suites overtook a private lagoon. This unforgettable resort offers miles of mountain bike and hiking traits, an exhilarating zip line "Tirolesa" adventure, take kayaking opportunities, an intimate full-service spa, and a world-class restaurant.
Biking with Rio Y Montana is always a blast, and there is not better place than Oaxaca! As intriguing as its name, Oaxaca (wah-HAH-kah ) is one of the most unusual and dynamic places in the entire country And perfect for an extraordinary mountain biking expedition. Our biking trip takes us through an area called Pueblos Mancomunados, meaning "towns that are bound together." This very special Sierra area constitutes one of the best examples of community organization in Mexico. Over 100,000 acres are owned and conserved by local communities, which have built an amazing network of pristine bike paths and singletrack. More than 100 mites of track wind thru splendid forests and traverse the Central Valley, linking rural villages that specialize in a variety of arts and crafts. This tour is the ideal way to get up close and personal with both nature and culture white riding fantastic singletrack. This trip wit! be personally guided by the owners of Rio y Montana, Waldemar Franco and Alfonso de la Parra.
Located in Veracruz, and at home on the shores of the Pescados River, this is our signature lodge. Surrounded by the warmth and color of the local culture, Picocanoa hosts 24 comfortable adobe cabanas surrounding a tiled pool, open-air bar and dining patio. Nearby white water rafting tours float past tropical fruit plantations and pristine jungle landscapes. The pace picks up as the boats maneuver the thrilling class 1V rapids. But the fun doesn't stop there! If you have the courage for it, the unforgettable platform -to-platform "Treetop Traverse" takes you sailing through the trees. Called "Tirolesa" in Spanish, this zip-line canopy adventure is for those who truly love to get that adrenaline pumping! If you want to stow it down, we offer fascinating tours of coffee plantations, nearby colonial towns, and a chance to realty explore the local culture. The icing on the cake is the onsite ancient mystic steam room called a "Temazcal." This ritualistic experience will renew the body and spirit and prepare you for another great day of adventure.
Spectacular wilderness, wild rivers, fabulous archeological sites and grand pine forests - who would have guessed that such awesome opportunities for adventure could be found so nearby? Away from the beach resorts, Mexico is at its best. The interior of this exotic land is filled with extraordinary contrasts and is inhabited by vivacious and colorful people. This part of Mexico is for those in search of something different. Positioned at the intersection of the North and South American continents, the ecological and cultural treasures abound. This was, the cradle of Mesoamerican civilization, an influence that has made Mexico one of the most unique among Spanish-speaking countries.
On this trip you wilt have the chance to visit two of the most unique eco-resorts in Mexico, PICOCANOA and RODAVENTO. The first part of this incredible adventure will take place in Picocanoa Adventure Village, located on the shores of the Pescados River. Here you will discover the warmth of the local culture, enjoy the stunning beauty of the state of Veracruz, and experience a variety of adventure activities. Picocanoa features 24 adobe cabanas surrounding a tiled pool with an open-air bar and dining patio. You will enjoy plenty of rafting with our river time ranging from peaceful floats past tropical fruit plantations to heart-pounding rides through class IV rapids. Off the water, you will indulge in sumptuous buffets, take a tour of coffee country, make an unforgettable platform-to-platform leap across Rio y Montana's "Tirolesa" (zip line canopy tree traverse), hike to unbelievable natural wonders like the Cinacatla Canyon and much more.
On the fifth day of your trip you wilt take our private airplane to Toluca and be transferred from there to the newest member of the Rio y Montana "family," Rodavento. Located two hours northwest of Mexico City, the magical 16th century village of Valle de Bravo is the perfect backdrop for this exquisite boutique hotel. Rustic colonial buildings tine narrow cobblestone streets that lead to the shores of a spectacular mountain lake. Unique shops, five-star restaurants, beautiful architecture, breathtaking views and endless outdoor possibilities make this the ideal retreat for the active traveler. Rodavento itself is one of Mexico's most distinctive properties. Built in perfect harmony with the surrounding forest, its 14 welt-appointed suites overlook a private lagoon. This unforgettable resort offers miles of mountain bike and hiking traits, an exhilarating zip line "Tirolesa" adventure, take kayaking opportunities, an intimate full-service spa, and a world-class restaurant.
If you are looking for a vigorous adventure high above the clouds, our mountaineering experience will surely leave you breathless. Our exhilarating climb includes the two highest volcanoes in Mexico, Nevado de Toluca and Pico de Orizaba (the 3rd highest peak in North America). Nevado de Toluca, with a summit of 15,390 ft., is Mexico's fourth highest peak and offers some of the best views and non-technical climbing in the country. Nevado looks down on a crater that contains two pristine takes (Laguna de la Luna and Laguna del Sot). Our final quest will be the magnificent 18,409 ft. summit of Pico de Orizaba, the highest peak in Mexico. This challenge is an excellent introduction into high altitude climbing.
Our first stop will be Nevado de Toluca. Here, at 15,390 feet, we will loosen up and get acclimatized. We wilt climb the South Ridge that surrounds the crater towards the summit and take in a spectacular view of the Mexican plains. After a good day of climbing, we will we will drive back to Toluca, and stay in a hotel. Our next challenge will be the 3rd highest peak in North America, Pico de Orizaba. This giant snow capped volcano is 18,851 feet high. Many climbers bound for the Himalayas come to Pico de Orizaba to train for altitude. We guarantee an amazing experience climbing via the North face. We wilt begin the first day hiking towards the Piedra Grande hut at 13,776 feet. We will establish a high camp at the shoulder of the glacier and get ready far our big day. The "Summit Day" will begin early in the morning so we are able to reach the summit in time to ascend back to the hut. We will be greeted there by 44 vehicles to take us back down civilization.
Note: While not technically difficult, these climbs are physically demanding and strenuous. We take even the smallest details in consideration: acclimatization, food, weather and working with you to strengthen your skills. That's why our summit success rate is 90 % of our attempts.
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