Hike in the Altar Sonora Desert Dunes
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Deal overview
We will take you to know one of the most diverse deserts in the world, it has a great diversity of species in Sonora.
We will arrive by private vehicle to the visitor center, we will begin the walk next to the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve, during the tour we will observe the vestiges of the passage of a lava flow, we will also find a scarce flora consisting of shrubs that are characteristic of this region.
The walk takes place in a straight line from around 45 minutes to 1:15 hours depending on the physical condition of the participants. We will be able to see spectacular landscapes of mountains, rocks and lava flows that were formed with the eruption of the volcano.
Finally we will reach the dunes, we will climb until we reach the top. Once at the top we can enjoy unique landscapes, distinguishing the different types of environments of the region, the Sea of Cortez, the intertidal zones (Esteros), the urban areas and of course the beauty of the different areas of the same reserve.
We will pause and enjoy a light lunch that will make us regain energy for the return, we will take photographs of the adventure and after having enjoyed this magnificent adventure we will prepare to return to the starting point at a side of the Visitor Center.
If the members of the group wish to visit the Vistantes Center, we can stay for a moment so they can get to know it, then we will begin our return to Puerto Peñasco.
We recommend that you go out very early in the morning, bring closed shoes to avoid spraining your feet, bring enough water, sunscreen and this activity can be done by people with an adequate state of health.
The tour has a medium level of difficulty and is carried out with a minimum group of 4 people with a maximum occupancy of 20 participants.
*It is recommended that people with heart conditions not carry out the activity
What does the activity include
- Certified guide.
- Life insurance.
- Energy bar.
- Water.
- Lunch.
How does it work?
- 1Pick date and seats Calendar with real-time availability. No requests, no waiting.
- 2Instant confirmation You’ll receive the voucher by email and in your Account Area. Contact the instructor to finalise the day details.
- 3All set! Present your booking code on the day and enjoy the adventure.
- 1Buy a Gift Box or Gift Voucher Receive it by post in 24–72h or instantly as a PDF e-voucher. Includes an open-dated redeem code. View previewView preview
- 2Activate whenever you like The recipient has 90 days to activate the voucher and choose any available date in the calendar.
- 3Enjoy the experience Show the voucher on the day of the activity and enjoy!
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Hike in the Altar Sonora Desert Dunes
Esteban Pivac 313, Col. Luis Donaldo Colosio Puerto Peñasco
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Hike in the Altar Sonora Desert Dunes
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How does it work?
- You’ll receive an open-date voucher. Buy now and activate the date later (90 days to choose).
- Gift. Send a gift voucher by email or request a gift box for postal delivery.
- The physical box includes the open-date voucher and a free pair of sunglasses.
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