As I got to Sambo Creek from my tour to Cayos Cochinos, I could not miss the plume of steam rising from the Nombre de Dios National Park. It rose almost directly behind the Garifuna Community of Sambo Creek. Curiosity got the best of me, and I decided to find this mysterious place hidden in the tropical jungles of Atlantida. …
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Cayos Cochinos: A True Caribbean Paradise!
With a name like the Hog Cays, you might not feel attracted to visit. But believe me, Cayos Cochinos is a true Caribbean Paradise! The Hog Cays are a small archipelago at the southern end of the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef system is the second longest barrier reef in the planet, but it is also the most biodiverse! Some of …
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Exploring Corozal, a Garifuna Village in La Ceiba
There is no question that the Caribbean coast of Honduras is Garifuna territory. The municipality of La Ceiba is no exception and has two different Garifuna villages: Corozal and Sambo Creek. Today I am exploring Corozal, a Garifuna village that I fell in love with. It is very easy to get to Corozal. It stands next to the CA13 highway …
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Pico Bonito Trails
Pico Bonito National Park is huge, and there are several areas that you can explore and enjoy their trails. However, since I am in the Cangrejal River Valley this weekend, I am looking forward to hiking the El Mapache trail that leads to the El Bejuco waterfall. This is one of the most popular Pico Bonito trails. Access is within …
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The Jungle Bar
After my Cangrejal River rafting tour, I was enjoying a huge plate of spaghetti with my new friends. It was time to get back to my hotel to take a shower and get into dry clothes. The call of the hammocks was present in my mind. However, I did want to follow up with my new friends, share our experiences …
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Cangrejal River Rafting in La Ceiba
Let the adventure begin! Today I will do some Cangrejal River rafting. This intense activity consists in navigating the Cangrejal River rapids in an inflatable raft. Of course, I will be doing it with experts, and I have chosen to use the services of Omega Tours, one of several rafting outfitters in the Cangrejal River. Their facilities are within walking …
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Dawn at the Cangrejal River Valley
Last night I arrived late at my destination. I was headed to the Cangrejal River Valley and it was dark by the time that I arrived. Before travel, I did some research, and decided upon staying at La Villa de Soledad B&B, a small boutique bed and breakfast with excellent reviews. This is one of 10 different lodging alternatives at …
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