Camping on Rodadero Peak

TOUR

Come and enjoy camping on the ancestral Cerro del Pico Rodadero in the Sierra Alta community of the town of Yauco. We will explore and camp the second highest mountain peak in this city. From there you will appreciate an unparalleled panoramic view of the entire south and southwest of Puerto Rico. This karst zone area contains unique ancestral stories of our Taínos who used these spaces in times past.

You will be walking through clay spaces, slippery and narrow paths. We will receive the new year 2023 in this magical place, we will drink cocoa and enjoy a wonderful and spectacular time in the Sierra Alta de Yauco.

Event specifications:

• Difficulty level: qualified course of a regular level (2). Suitable physical condition is required for this type of event. The activity includes a 1.5-hour walk.
• *You will be walking through some slippery spaces and over rocks.
• *Activity for adults and young people between the ages of 14 and 17 who are authorized by their parents and accompanied by an adult. If you are a minor, we can also coordinate this.
• It must come already fed.
• You must read and complete the waiver of responsibility document upon arrival at the meeting point.
• Your luggage should not weigh more than 25 to 35 pounds.
• Meeting point:
  Parking at the Meson Sandwiches Yauco Plaza at 4:00 pm and we left for the peak at 4:30 pm punctually, so we recommend arriving early or on time.

• Link with google pin: Google Map
• Meeting time: 4:00 p.m.
• Schedule: 4:30 pm-8:00 am
• Input: $50

Required equipment:

• car in good condition that can climb steep and narrow roads for more than 30 minutes (make sure the gas tank is full).
• bring your mask
• closed footwear/preferably hiking boots
• comfortable clothing of long shirt and pants (light colors)
• hat or cap
• reusable water bottle
• drinking water (2 liters to 1 gallon)
• safety helmet (in case you want to bring it)
• gardening gloves
• reusable utensils (plate, glass, spoon and cup)
• healthy snacks and foods
• change of clothes (just in case it rains)
• layer of rain
• sunscreen
• camera (preferably shockproof and waterproof)
• hat or cap
• Insect repellent
• If you are allergic to insects or bees, bring your epipen.
• backpack with first aid kit
• Hut camp
• camping stove
• Sleeping bag
• Know and apply the “Leave No Trace” techniques (If you don’t know them, we will teach them to you).
• Don't play music and enjoy the sound of Nature.
• Bring something to share.

This experience includes:

1. Educational and interpretive experience, tour guided by a trained and certified professional.
2. Includes a shot of cocoa.
3. Breakfast made by a family from the community the next morning.

Event Difficulty:

Level 1: Easy / we recommend it for people of all ages.

Level 2: Regular/includes difficult hikes, so we recommend parental discretion and supervision over their children's participation.

Level 3: Difficult / we recommend it only for people accustomed to long, difficult walks on uneven terrain. We do not recommend the participation of children.

Level 4: Extreme / we recommend it only for people in excellent physical condition who can handle the challenges of the nature of the place. Includes long walks under difficult environmental conditions. We check your physical condition, your equipment and your clothing before starting.

**For more information, doubts and/or questions you should call 939-464-2122.
***You can reserve your space through ATH Móvil at 939-464-2122, ATH Móvil Business: /veredasdemitierra or through PayPal. Otherwise your space will not be reserved.
***WE RESERVE THE RIGHT OF ADMISSION***