La Amistad Biosphere Reserve has been threatened in recent years due to encroaching development, deforestation and destructive land use. The ecolodge generates income for approximately 20 Naso community families, providing them with ecologically friendly employment, and helps them maintain their cultural values. Wekso also generates resources for the protection of the natural resources of La Amistad, and has generated a higher level of awareness among the Naso community members, in respect to protecting the ecosystems as well as the plants and animals within them. The Naso Indians have retained their own language, and due to expressed concerns of the loss of tribal traditions from older members, the community has taken steps to revitalize their fading traditions. An example of this is the Shaman's Apprentice Program, which encourages indigenous people to preserve the knowledge of traditional medicine and transfer it to younger generations. Handicrafts are also made by local community members.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: Transfer from Bocas del Toro to the Wekso Community by boat from El Silencio. The navigation on this river is made with the typical wooden boats with small outboard engines. You will admire the beautiful nature scenery that come down from the mountains, filling the bottom with small rounded rocks. Once you are arrive Wekso community the local host will show you your bungalow cabin and will introduce you to the community.. The activities are diverse: Birdwatching and wildlife viewing, Ecotourists may have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of many of the species that inhabit this area. The forest surrounding the ecolodge is the convergence point for 75% of all migratory birds in the Western Hemisphere, and is home to unique species such as the harpy eagle, the quetzal and the giant anteater. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 2: Enjoy the nature and share the primitive lifetile of the Nasso people. This day you will hike the trails around the community. A loop trail starts in Wekso and goes up through Naso villages adjacent to La Amistad. It is a wonderful cultural experience to visit the villages and learn about their culture and customs. The return to the main lodge is an exciting whitewater rafting trip down the beautiful Teribe River. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 3: You will have time to purchase beautiful and original handcrafts and contribute with the Nasso to help to maintain their cultural values. Wekso also generates resources for the protection of the natural resources of La Amistad, and has generated a higher level of awareness among the Naso community members, in respect to protecting the ecosystems as well as the plants and animals within them. This day you will return to the Bocas del Toro Island. Includes: (B).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Transfer from Bocas del Toro, lodging, meals, donation to the community and tours and hiking at t he community. Optional tours also available!! Prices subject to change without notice.
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