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About
CORPORATE MEETINGS AND INCENTIVES
FOUR UNIQUE OFF-SITE DESTINATIONS
Costa Rica
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St. Lucia
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Jamaica
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Panama
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Table of Contents
About Us3
Rainforest Adventures - Costa Rica4
Rainforest Adventures - Panama24
Rainforest Adventures - Jamaica45
Rainforest Adventures - St. Lucia48
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About
S
ince the inception of our first project in Costa Rica in 1994, our principal mission has been
to promote environmental awareness while conserving endangered national resources through
innovative educational experiences in order to create a world-class sustainable- tourism experience.
It all began with the idea to create a tram which traversed the Rainforest and it’s treetops with
minimal impact on the environment which subsequently led to the first tram in Costa Rica as well
as the founding and building of three other parks.
Locations of our Parks:
1. Costa Rica Atlantic: Opened in 1995 the park protects 1200 acres of rainforest and boarders
with the Braulio Carrillo National Park. Home of the first aerial tram in Costa Rica and recently
named by National Geographic a top 10 adventure trip. http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/
travel/photos-top-10-adventure-trips.
2. Costa Rica Pacific: Operational in 2003, this 222 –acre ecotourism park offers visitors the
opportunity to explore the Pacific tropical rainforest while enjoying panoramic views of the
Pacific Ocean. Located just outside Jaco Beach and a few minutes from Carara National Park.
3. Mystic Mountain Jamaica: Home of the famous bobsled attraction the park is located in Ocho
Rios on 100 acres of the most pristine untouched land in the northern part of Jamaica. Opened
in 2008.
4. St. Lucia near Pt. Castries: The Park is located 2000 ft. above sea level and approximately 30
minutes from Pt. Castries. Opened in 2006.
5. Panama Excursions DMC: founded in 1996 and acquired by Rainforest Adventures in 2011.
provides traditional packages for individual groups and incentives. Our tailored packages and
high rate of guest satisfaction distinguish us from our competitors. Rainforest Adventures
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Rainforest Adventures - Costa Rica
Taste Like Color
Atlantic & Pacific
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Taste Like Color
Presentation
Rain Forest Aerial Trams are pleased to show you the
Event called, Taste Like Color. A new and different
option offered to Incentive, Convention & Corporate
Groups in the middle of our splendorous forests.
It is an innovative option, ideal for the corporate
segment.
Here, two elements of great attraction combine: the
experience of the Rain Forest and a sample of the
High Costa Rican Cuisine that once combined with
new entertaining options will make this experience
an unforgettable one for our guests. Taste Like Color
event is very versatile and it may be customized to
the specific needs of each client.
The Event
It is one night that boosts senses and shows many of the real past Costa Rican costumes in an
environment where the natural surroundings takes the most important place. It is perceived in
the multiplicity of color nuances coming from the forest and in the colors of our textiles. The
environment is full of a smell of humid forest essences caused by the warm tropical rains and
of warm coffee. It tastes like jocote fruit and mango nectar, like pejivalle and yucca texture. It
is seasoned with our herbs and traditional dressing, but specially a unique and living culture
that shines through its mystical dances, warm smiles and rhythmical paces. In Taste Like Color
show, participants will experience a vibrant magic night of culture and taste in the middle of our
exuberant tropical forests.
Decoration
The event takes place in our main restaurant. Decoration is completely attractive and different. You
will find stations that represent the diverse market stands, handcrafts, flowers, herbs, vegetables
and fruits, hanging fabrics and colorful candles will add more warmth and magic to the occasion.
The environment is a representation of the colors found in rural markets with abundance of
tropical flowers, fruits and vegetables, medicine traditional herbs, handcrafts, incense and dozens
of colorful candles. Guests will get impressed finding an ambience full of surprises, culture, tastes
and colors right in the middle of our amazing forest.
Banquet
It is a succulent home-style buffet for table companions to delight with a broad variety of traditional
typical dishes that have to be tasted in gallitos (tortilla wraps) using fresh just-prepared tortillas,
salads and desserts.
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Entertainment
During the night you will enjoy live music that harmonizes with the natural rhythm of the forest as
well as mysticaldances that will show our ancestral legends.
Summary of the Event
Location
Restaurant of the Rain Forest Aerial Tram – Atlantic and Pacific.
The Event
It is a dinner-show live music and dances representing Costa Rican legends. The decoration is full
of colors and taste allusive to the market.
Program
We recommend to start around 5:30 p.m. right after the Aerial Tram Tour and end up around 8:30
p.m.
Capacity
Maximum: 120 participants
Minimum: 40 participants
(For both parks)
Decoration of the Event:
Fruit & Vegetable Stand
The set has a vegetable store of showy colors with baskets full of fruits and vegetables typical of
our country.
Herbs Stand
This station is for participants to be able to experience the nice smells of herbs from the market,
incenses and aromatizing items.
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Kiosk
A kiosk full of traditional objects such as spinning tops, maromeros, little pots, wooden trucks,
mirrors, mugs, wooden horses, baskets, among others, that invite the guest to experience the
great Costa Rican market.
Pulpería
The Pulpería is used as station of buffet desserts. It consists of three tables, one on top of the
other, decorated with the desserts, as well as wooden trays full of candies, baskets and candles.
Entertainment
The show consists on 3 Costa Rican legends: The Dance of
“diablitos”, The Flowers of Matapalo and the Legend of Zurquí
Mount, performed with music and dance. The Dance of “diablitos”
It is a mystical and colorful representation of the “Dance of
diablitos” which is a custom of Boruca indigenous community.
The indigenous people create horrible masks of little demons in
order to get rid of their lands’ conquerors.
The Flowers of Matapalo
The legend of rural country family is told using a delicate
choreography as well as its relation with the flowers of Matapalo
that caused women to become very coquettish.
1st Legend of Zurquí Mount
A real love story at the moonlight takes place in the hills of Zurquí
Mount when the children of opposite tribes plan to run away up
to far away forest lands for them to live their love.
2nd Legend of Zurquí Mount
It tells the legend on how a princess and her friends turned into butterflies who are found in the
magical tops of the Zurquí’s mount.
Gifts
As a memory of this event, you will get a gift of a picturesque small Boruca mask, a real emblem
of the show Taste Like Color.
Details
Since the beginning to the end, there are details that will mark the flavor and the color of Costa Rican
culture. A print of the night program and legends of the show will be given to the guests. Also, as a memory
of this event, a Boruca mini mask will given as a present – A real emblem of this show called Taste Like Color.
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Heliconias Menu
Anturios Menu
Welcome Cocktail
Fruit juice, the traditional and typical syrup
juice with chopped fruits and a squirt of
Guaro typical alcohol drink.
Pejibaye dip with toasts.
Tilapia fish cocktail with toasted little pieces of
plantain
Welcome Cocktail
Guaro Sour or Virgin Shaken Pineapple
(Piña Colada)
Crudités de Vegetables with Dip of Cilantro
Yucca Rolls with Fresh Cheese and Garlic
and Little Small Onion Dressing
Appetizer
Pumpkin and Parsley Cream
Station of Gallitos
(bites wrapped in corn tortillas)
Cabbage and Tomato Salad
Chopped Potatoes and Acelga
Chopped Arracache
Chopped Green Beans and Carrot
Ground Brown Beans
Fried White Cheese
Stitched Meat
Pork Little Pieces of Meat with Pineapple
Chicken in Achiote
Palmed Tortillas
Desserts
Cajetas (sweets) of different colors and flavors
Season Fresh Fruits
Sugared Figs
Stripes of Filled Grapefruit
Appetizer
Pejibayes Cream
Main Dish
Chopped Potato with Achiote
Chopped Green Plantain
Chopped Squash with Green Corn Cob
Marinated Beef Mini Brochettes
Chopped up chicken in Fresh Tomato Sauce
Palmed Small Tortillas
Dessert
Cocadas (Coconut biscuits)
Pineapple and Melon Skewer
Sherbet Ice Cream with Black Strawberry and
Macadamia
Menu of Coffee and Snacks
Empanaditas of Sweet Plantain and Ground
Beans
Seasoned Cheese Tortillas
Small Well-Dressed Roast Beef
Heart of Palm Pie with Green Salad
Tres Leches (Three Milks)
Varied Bakery’s Cookies
Coffee, Tea, Herbal Waters and Cream
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Beverages
International Brands Bar
Red Label Scotch, Absolut Vodka, Cuervo
Tequila, Bacardi Rum, Gordons Gin, Reserved
White and Red Wine Concha y Toro, National
Beer and soft drinks.
Call Brands Bar
Nikolai Vodka, Cacique Guaro (made of sugar
cane), Ron Rico, Gin, White and Red Wine of
the House, National Beer and soft drinks. It
includes the following: Set up Mounting and
Supervision, Audio, Lights and Simulated Fog.
Show with dance entertaining, live music and
Host.
Welcome Cocktail
Dinner with Menu to be chosen.
Memory gift.
Decoration includes stand of flowers, fruits,
vegetables, herbs and candles.
Flow of the Event
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Welcome Cocktail and Snacks
Bar service starts.
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Welcome to Main Restaurant.
Instrumental Music.
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Dinner and Entertainment of
Dances and Music
8.00 - 8.15 p.m.
Gifts and closing.
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Rain Forest
encounter
Atlantic & Pacific
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Rainforest Encounter
Brief Description
The Rain Forest Encounter is a themed visit to our Rain Forest Aerial Trams, we have combined,
fine artistic presentations, unique local appeal, wild nature and great cuisine to create the most
memorable and ultimate experience in the Rain Forest. Visitors will have the opportunity to witness
nature in all its splendor and majesty, share with our community school children, look into their
dreams and learn about challenging conservation projects sponsored by our foundation, and live
the new expressions of live dance and music.
The Event
Welcome Meeting with Future Generations
Our visitors will be welcomed
by our professional and
friendly naturalist Guides at
our main Park’s
Gate. Appropriate facilities
are available for a quick
stop.
Meanwhile
our
welcome committee formed
by our neighbor community
school children wearing
their school uniforms will
break the silence and with
enthusiastic
excitement
will get ready to meet the
visitors. During their short
presentation they will read
a small piece of poetry in
English while guests pay
very close attention to their
words.
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Sight Seeing
Once the welcome meeting is over, the visitors will be escorted to the awaiting transportation, to
start the sight seeing tour. In this enhanced visit of the Rain Forest Aerial Trams, here knowledgeable
and expert guides who will explain in detail interesting aspects of our wonderful Rain Forest will
lecture your guests.
Meet Mother Nature
At our point of view located on top of one of our spectacular valley in the Atlantic or our Manicured
Gardens in the Pacific, our storyteller will perform as Mother Nature with inspiring words for
the visitors. At the same time a unique performance starts inspired on the “awakening” of the
rainforest. During the performance the artists are incorporated into the woods as they unveil the
different animal & insect characters, which cannot be easily recognized inside the deep vegetation
until they start to break in with modern dance and artistic movements.
Later our visitors will enjoy the ride along well-groomed pathways to our main visitors center.
Rain Forest Signature Ride
Our Gondola Naturalist Guides will greet guests at the boarding station and participate with
them in our exciting signature ride. At this moment, tropical fruit cold K-bobs will be passed by
attentive waiters. Our ride is an ecstasy of the worlds most researched nature wonders, where the
incredible views of the tropical rainforest will show every layer possible: from the ground level get
a close glimpse of the creeks and spring waterfalls. At the mid level the immense tree branches,
bird nests and exotic orchids and bromeliads. At the Canopy or higher level, larger bird species,
fruits and blossoms. Maybe the most incredible part of the visit will be when the Gondola reaches
one of the higher elevations. Form this summit; visitors witness the grandeur and magnificence
of the pristine Tropical Rain Forest, the huge centennial trees and perfect balance encountered in
nature. During the 1-hour ride guests will be lectured in interesting facts and information of the
plant and animal species observed. When the tram reaches its half way, it will stop briefly in order
to allow our guests observe in calm the beauty surrounding them. White gloved waiters will hand
out refreshing non-alcoholic cocktails. Guests will stay at the gondola during the length of this
stop, since this excursion ahead still has many surprises to unveil.
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Butterflies & Raindrops Luncheon or Dinner
Upon arrival at the boarding station,
guests will be invited to join the Rain Forest
Restaurant, which will be decorated with
tropical flower arrangements on the tables.
A classical string quartet will play in the
background as participants enjoy a Deluxe
Buffet. Once dessert is served, guests will be
surprised by the “Butterflies and Raindrops”
show. This is a surprising dance and theater
presentation where our storyteller will
enthrall the group as she emerges from a
nest, our dancers perform a simulation of the
first steps and movements of the butterfly,
one of our park’s cherished treasures. This
magical tale, that evokes the myth when
humans where converted into butterflies, is illustrated by our performers dancing in the dinning
area with rare butterfly costumes. At the end or the show, the storyteller liberates live butterflies
free in the forest, while our performers distribute among your guests live butterflies. Each person
will make a wish, blow life onto the butterfly and release it into the Rain Forest.
Hasta la Vista
In order to make your guests’ experience in the rainforest and our peaceful country even more
memorable, our school children will give each visitor a small token to keep as a memento for this
Rain Forest Encounter, latter the will say goodbye while waving small Costa Rican flags.
Entertainers
Our group of actors and classically trained dancers will specially perform for the group. They are
wearing costumes inspired in the rainforest and will go together with the group in the course of
their visit, including the lunch (or dinner) period presenting different mini-shows
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Menu
Rainforest Extravaganza Menu
Appetizer
Salad bar (lettuce, tomato, hearts of palm, cucumber, avocado) with Dressings
Cream of three mushroom soup
Home made bread with Herbs and Grissini
Main Course
Saffron Rice with macadamia nuts
Mini vegetables with garlic butter
Grilled chicken breast with a delicate passion fruit sauce
Grilled Tilapia in wild herb sauce
Sweet-potato puree
Dessert
Banana Delight Cake
Beverages
White and red house wine (two glasses per person)
Two kinds of tropical juices
Event Capacity
Maximum: 150 participants
Included Items
Park entrance fee
Expert naturalist guides during all visits and on each Gondola.
Welcome non-alcoholic cocktail & Fruit K-bob.
Signature Aerial Tram Ride
Organization, audio visual equipment and logistics
Selected Menu
All dance and theater presentation described.
Release of live butterflies
Classical string quartet
Decoration and ambiance with tropical flower
arrangements at the Restaurant.
Special gift (Token)
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Treasure Hunt
Atlantic & Pacific
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Treasure Hunt – Pacific
General Description of the Activity.
Team work is recognized as the most effective method to
motivate the commitment to entrepreneurial objectives,
to improve the general performance and increase the
productivity. The fact of including a team work event in
the unique environment offered by our rain forests will
make your general program one that is more attractive
and dynamic. The Rain Forest Aerial Tram - Pacific
located very close to Jaco Beach in the Central Pacific. It
offers you 90 hectares of rainy and transition forest as
the component and ideal environment in order to get
out of the routine and of the everyday life.
Our Search for the Treasure experience offers you this extraordinary opportunity to capitalize
potential of your team work. This event is produced with the goal of developing your strengths in a
competitive environment using those natural resources and activities available inside our natural
forests.
This novel program is made with the time controlled, with a team of facilitators and arbiters that
are in charge of leading the teams to overcome trials that include walks, searching, Tram rides,
artistic and motivational activities bringing results that always exceed the expectations of the
participating competitors.
The challenges and trials have been carefully designed for everyone to participate regardless of
their physical condition. Adventures are interactive and focused to the participation of the crews
in a funny and informal environment. This unique combination of physical, mental and emotional
work in the middle of the forest has proved that it brings long term positive results that will be
reflected in the work and personal performance.
The most common benefits that may be obtained after living this extraordinary experience are as
follows:
Strengthening and unit of team work
Satisfaction due to overcome challenges
Learn from the defeat and enjoy from the success
Development of leadership
Improvement of interpersonal communication
Assurance of confidence, responsibility and unit
If the company looks for motivation, resolving conflicts, generating new ideas, strengthening the
mission, defining better roles, enjoying or celebrating the success, this is the recommended activity
to achieve it. Our programs are successful because we work with you to achieve specific objectives
and goals that exactly fit your needs.
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Description of the Event
Welcome
The competitors will be cordially welcomed with a delicious cocktail made of tropical fresh fruits.
You can ge tready in our premises to start the competition. You will immediately meet the group
of arbiters and facilitators who will give the instructions and will explain the rules to quickly start
the competition.
Organization of the Teams
After the instructional speech, we organize the
different teams. They will receive distinctive color
items such as bracelets, T-shirts or caps chosen by
each guest. The number of members of each team
will be determined according to the total score of the
group.
Elaboration of Banners and War Cry
Each team has to be identified with animal specie that
according to its main characteristics would reflect
the vigor of the team. Each team should appoint a
spoke person or leader will represent the team. With
materials such as carton, paint and natural elements,
the team has to elaborate a banner that will be its distinction during the entire competition. It
should also elaborate a war cry accompanied by a short choreography that will show the capacities
and energy of the group.
Competition Start
The ceremony starts in the Main Garden with the
presentation of each War Cry and the Banner to
the competitors. Here, the general arbiter will give
the order to start and the flame of the competition
will light. The teams are sworn promising to make
their best efforts to defeat the competitors and
committing with the members of the team.
Distribution of the Riddles
Before each team gets into the Tram, a list containing
a group of very complicated riddles will be given.
While the team work goes on, the members may
interrupt their tasks to enjoy the beauty of the Rain
Forest aboard our Gondolas, accompanied by a facilitator who will introduce the competitors into
this world of incredible beauty and extraordinary biological diversity found in the Transition Forest
of the Central Pacific. The opened Gondolas have a capacity for 8 passengers and the facilitator.
Each team will travel through the irregular topography of the forest, the canopy or top of trees at
a maximum height of 130 feet.
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The team has to unlock the riddles and meet the tasks requested after getting down from the
ride and it has to deliver the material to the main arbiter and shout the War Cry. Then, the next
instructions will be given to reach the Dynamics of Clues.
Dynamic of Clues
The clues are put in strategic places for collection of Medicine Plants, Bromeliads, Heliconias and
the Serpentarium. Once clues have been unlocked, each group has to deliver the material to the
main arbiter and shout the War Cry. Then, it will receive a copy of the Treasure’s Map. There is
only one treasure, but many routes to find it. Each group will have one version and it will depend
on the work of the group to find it.
Search of the Treasure
The map will lead those daring searchers of treasures to the exact place where the treasure is
hidden. Each group is important in order to discover the enigma and to make it possible for one
group to be the winner. Our treasure is in some spot of the forest, or in the gardens. During this
journey, the world of the rain forest can be observed, as well as the trees hugging ones to the
others leaving scarce gaps for light to filtrate. Enjoying the sound of quietude, the facilitator will
keep the spirit of competition alive as well as the cohesion of the groups in order to success.
Winners Celebration
The group that could solve the map and found the coffer of the treasure has to bring the booty to the
meeting area. The winning group will receive the recognition due to its exceptional performance.
Once more the group will shout its War Cry and will receive the medals and open the coffer. It
will be an important celebration time of the entire group after working in teams for having fun,
recognize individual qualities and virtues and the importance of the team work.
Celebration Banquet
The Teams will be received at the Main Restaurant, decorated and prepared with beautiful tropical
flower arrangements. They will delight a delicious lunch or buffet style dinner and then enjoy good
and festive music, and why not, dance tropical rhythms in charge of a known national DJ.
We recommend to bring the following:
Light clothes
Comfortable running shoes
A light sweater or raincoat
Bugs’ repellent
Camera and Binoculars
A complete new set of clothes
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Event Capacity
Included Items
Ticket for the Rain Forest Aerial Tram - Pacific
Facilitators, Naturist Guides and the Referee for your stay at our Park.
A real flight through the top of trees in the Tram’s Gondolas
Logistic organization and the materials of the event.
Welcome cocktail
Buffet lunch or dinner from our menu of the day
Natural drinks and water during the search of the treasure
Medals for winners and a gigantic coffer with candies and chocolates.
We also offer:
Transportation in deluxe buses from San José.
Digital technology group pictures and by teams.
Film service of the event in DVD.
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Treasure Hunt – Atlantic
General Description of the Activity.
Team work is recognized as the most effective
method to motivate the commitment to
entrepreneurial
objectives,
to
improve
the general performance and increase the
productivity. The fact of including a team work
event in the unique environment offered by our
rain forests will make your general program
one that is more attractive and dynamic.
The Rain Forest Aerial Tram – Atlantic that is
adjacent to the Braulio Carrillo National Park
located very close to the Central Valley. It offers
you our 1.200 acres of Rain Forest as the ideal
component and environment to get out of the
routine and of the everyday life.
Our Search for the Treasure experience offers you this extraordinary opportunity to capitalize the potential
of your team work. This event is produced with the goal of developing your strengths in a competitive
environment using those natural resources and activities available inside our natural forests.
This novel program is made with the time controlled, with a team of facilitators and arbiters that are in charge
of leading the teams to overcome trials that include walks, searching, Tram rides, artistic and motivational
activities bringing results that always exceed the expectations of the participating competitors.
The challenges and trials have been carefully designed for everyone to participate regardless of their physical
condition. Adventures are interactive and focused to the participation of the crews in a funny and informal
environment. This unique combination of physical, mental and emotional work in the middle of the forest has
proved that it brings long term positive results that will be reflected in the work and personal performance.
The most common benefits that may be obtained after living this extraordinary experience are as
follows:
Strengthening and unit of team work
Satisfaction due to overcome challenges
Learn from the defeat and enjoy from the success
Development of leadership
Improvement of interpersonal communication
Assurance of confidence, responsibility and unit
If the company looks for motivation, resolving conflicts, generating new ideas, strengthening the mission,
defining better roles, enjoying or celebrating the success, this is the recommended activity to achieve it. Our
programs are successful because we work with you to achieve specific objectives and goals that exactly fit
your needs.
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Description of the Event
Welcome
The competitors will be cordially welcomed with a delicious cocktail made of tropical fresh fruits.
You can ge tready in our premises to start the competition. You will immediately meet the group
of arbiters and facilitators who will give the instructions and will explain the rules to quickly start
the competition.
Organization of the Teams
After the instructional speech, we organize the different teams. They will receive distinctive color
items such as bracelets, T-shirts or caps chosen by each guest. The number of members of each
team will be determined according to the total score of the group.
Elaboration of Banners and War Cry
Each team has to be identified with
animal specie that according to its main
characteristics would reflect the vigor
of the team. Each team should appoint
a spoke person or leader will represent
the team. With materials such as carton,
paint and natural elements, the team
has to elaborate a banner that will be its
distinction during the entire competition.
It should also elaborate a war cry
accompanied by a short choreography
that will show the capacities and energy
of the group.
Competition Start
The ceremony starts in the Main Garden with the presentation of each War Cry and the Banner
to the competitors. Here, the general arbiter will give the order to start and the flame of the
competition will light. The teams are sworn promising to make their best efforts to defeat the
competitors and committing with the members of the team.
Distribution of the Riddles
Before each team enters into the Tram, a list of very complicated list of riddles will be distributed.
While the team work continues, it may interrupt the tasks to enjoy the beauty of the Rain Forest
aboard our Gondolas accompanied by a facilitator who will introduce the competitors to this world
of incredible beauty and extraordinary biological diversity found in the Rain Forest - Atlantic. The
opened Gondolas have capacity for 6 passengers and the facilitator. Each team will ride through
the irregular topography of the forest, the canopy or tree tops at a maximum height of 115 feet.
The team has to unlock the clues and meet the tasks requested when it comes down and it has to
deliver the material to the main arbiter and shout the War Cry. Then, the next instructions to reach
to Dynamics of the Clues are given
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Dynamic of Clues
The clues are put in strategic places for collection of Medicine Plants, Bromeliads, Heliconias and
the Serpentarium. Once clues have been unlocked, each group has to deliver the material to the
main arbiter and shout the War Cry. Then, it will receive a copy of the Treasure’s Map. There is
only one treasure, but many routes to find it. Each group will have one version and it will depend
on the work of the group to find it.
Search of the Treasure
The map will lead those daring searchers of treasures to the exact place where the treasure is
hidden. Each group is important in order to discover the enigma and to make it possible for one
group to be the winner. Our treasure is in some spot of the forest, or in the gardens. During this
journey, the world of the rain forest can be observed, as well as the trees hugging ones to the
others leaving scarce gaps for light to filtrate. Enjoying the sound of quietude, the facilitator will
keep the spirit of competition alive as well as the cohesion of the groups in order to success.
Winners Celebration
The group that could solve the map and found the coffer of the treasure has to bring the booty to the
meeting area. The winning group will receive the recognition due to its exceptional performance.
Once more the group will shout its War Cry and will receive the medals and open the coffer. It
will be an important celebration time of the entire group after working in teams for having fun,
recognize individual qualities and virtues and the importance of the team work.
Celebration Banquet
The Teams will be received at the Main Restaurant, decorated and prepared with beautiful tropical
flower arrangements. They will delight a delicious lunch or buffet style dinner and then enjoy good
and festive music, and why not, dance tropical rhythms in charge of a known national DJ.
We recommend to bring the following:
Light clothes
Comfortable running shoes
A light sweater or raincoat
Bugs’ repellent
Camera and Binoculars
A complete new set of clothes
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Event Capacity
Included Items
Ticket for the Rain Forest Aerial Tram - Atlantic
Facilitators, Naturist Guides and the Referee for your stay at our Park.
A real flight through the top of trees in the Tram’s Gondolas
Logistic organization and the materials of the event.
Welcome cocktail
Buffet lunch or dinner from our menu of the day
Natural drinks and water during the search of the treasure
Medals for winners and a gigantic coffer with candies and chocolates.
We also offer:
Transportation in deluxe buses from San José.
Digital technology group pictures and by teams.
Film service of the event in DVD.
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Rainforest Adventures - Panama
Panama’s
Best kept secret
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Company Background
PANAMA EXCURSIONS
Over the past 14 years the Management and Staff of Panama Excursions, have come to be known
worldwide as an elite group of travel professionals, well respected within the cruise and travel
community. Our team is committed to personalized service and to showing the industry the
tremendous potential this region has to offer. We maintain the highest operational standards in
the Republic of Panama using the most talented of travel consultants, transportation providers,
guides and destination managers that the country has to offer. Our company functions as an
extension of the cruise lines that call in Panama, aiming to assist on all levels necessary, without
restricting service to land programs only.
What We Do
Our operations focus on Cruise Ship, Incentive and Group inbound services. These services include
pre & post handling for cruise ships, day calls, consultancy, product and site development and
tailored packages. The wide variety of tours that we are currently offering the Cruise lines calling
to Panamanian ports has resulted in extremely high passenger satisfaction and ratings.
Our Goal
Achieve and maintain leadership in quality of service offered to the travel industry in the Republic
of Panama.
Our Mission
Provide the best, most prompt service at all times whilst being flexible enough to adapt to the
needs and requirements of each Cruise line or other Customers, so that guests will always enjoy
a memorable visit to the Republic of Panama and recommend it to their friends as a destination.
Incentive Event and Corporate Meeting Services
Our Incentive Team provides expert advice and comprehensive support for your incentive event
or corporate meeting, including:
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Accommodation and venue recommendations
Co-ordination of site inspections
Social programs, teambuilding activities and special event recommendations
Sample incentive itineraries and proposal preparation
Sourcing of suppliers and contractors
Promotional support such as visitor information, maps, shopping and dining guides
Welcome airport banners and traditional Aboriginal “Welcome to the Country” Ceremony
Information about customs and immigration procedures
Creative marketing material: teasers, postcards and promotional CDs
Organize and operate optional tours to “must see” parts of Panama
Promotional merchandise and pillow gift ideas.
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Social & Cultural Programs
Apostolic work is not easy although very gratifying; therefore, let me
tell about the children’s home located in the Old Quarter of the City
of Panama. It is really a very beautiful program that looks to promote
continuous education to children with serious family problems. The
school consists of over 100 students from kindergarten to twelfth grade
although more than a school it is a “home” a place where children can
stay out of the street of their deprived neighborhoods which currently
are suffering from various social problems.
It is not easy to work in this area, as children due to their different
experiences are aggressive and avoid affection as they try to deal with
the bad memories they have dealt with in their short period of life.
Therefore, in order to help children heal their wounds, one of the sisters
utilizes musical techniques allowing them escape from their everyday
problems.
Among these students are 32 indigenous children who live at this school who want to continue
their education although their villages are in very remote areas making it difficult to “commute” to
the City to carry on with a “higher” education.
Panama’s Seven Living Indian Cultures
One of the most popular tours is visits to the villages of Panama’s seven living Indian cultures. The
tribes make their home on end of the Isthmus to the other – from the rainforests of the Darien
jungle, to the Highlands of West Panama, to the Caribbean island of San Blas Archipelago.
Embera and Wounaan Tribes
The Embera & Wounaan Indians live in the Darien jungle in East
Panama. A day tour from Panama City to one of their riverside
villages, takes you in motorized canoe along a jungle river, the
only “roads” in the jungle. Embera women are bare-breasted,
wear colorful cotton print skirts, paint their face & body and
wear decorative coin necklaces and flowers in their hair. The
men wear only a loin cloth and earn their living primarily by
fishing and hunting. Visitors to their villages can watch the
women weave intricate baskets made from palm leaves and
dyed with natural dyes from jungle plants and can request an
authentic body painting for themselves, also from natural dyes.
You will share a meal, see a tribal dance and listen to a talk
about their way of life from their indigenous medicines to their
marriage customs.
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Kuna Indians
The fiercely independent Kuna Indians of the San Blas islands in Panama’s Caribbean live in
thatched cabins roofed with palm leaves. Tours to the San Blas offer the double attraction of
beautiful island scenery and the opportunity to study a living Indian culture. The Kunas have a self
governing people and have the strongest social structure and belief system of all Panama’s Indian
tribes. They make their living selling coconuts from the thousands of coconut palms that dot their
islands and from their handicrafts. Kuna women make Panama’s most famous handicrafts, the
mola: reverse stitch embroidery of colorful tropical figures. During your Kuna village visit you can
see the molas being made and buy them from the artisans themselves.
Both authentic tours take you to their actual villages where the Indians will teach you about their
way of life, customs and beliefs, perform ceremonial dances and share their food. This will be one
of your most unforgettable travel experiences. More than a tour, this is a journey into the lives
of two diverse and complex Indigenous cultures that dwell in Panama’s remote areas where they
have been able to maintain their traditions and lifestyle as it was before the Spaniards colonized
the region.
Your host will prepare you for the cultural feast you are about to experience by sharing the history
and customs of both Indigenous groups; Embera Indians who are known as The Keepers of the
Rainforest & San Blas Kuna Indians who are known for their Molas - Artwork which are among the
most sought after.
In each Village, the Chief will welcome you with hospitality traditional and unique to each group.
A series of dances have been arranged to add to this cultural exchange. Feel free to wonder the
village, ask questions or interact with these quiet people. Please remember that we are guests
in their home and a good measure of common sense and sensitivity towards their privacy is
appreciated.
The men and woman are spectacular craftsmen have produced some beautiful items, which will
be available for purchase as souvenirs or keepsakes of this unique experience.
All too soon, it is time to return to your century, where the bliss and tranquility of older days has
been all but forgotten.
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Handicrafts
Panama’s handicraft markets brim with dozens of artistic items, the handiwork of its creative
Indian population. To start, you need to learn some new names of the most common items:
Molas: Are intricate reverse embroidery needle
work hand sewn by the Kuna Indians of the San
Blas Islands that are sold as cloth wall hanging
and decorations on everything from shirts to
purses.
Tagua Carvings: Delightful figures of Panamanian
wildlife carved from small tagua nuts known as
“vegetable ivory”
Embera Woven Baskets: Perfect baskets tightly
woven of palm leaves and dyed exclusively using
natural dyes from the jungle.
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Hotels
The Hotels and Resorts we have chosen have the
perfect combination of sumptuous surroundings,
unsurpassed services, and expansive event space
so you can rest assured that your meetings and
events will be handled with style, elegance, and
sophistication.
Panama is an international business center which
has the fastest growing economy in Central
America, and is quite a cultural and sophisticated
metropolis. In addition to becoming a regional
business hub in Latin America, Panama has quickly
becomeone of the most popular destinations for
holding conventions, incentives and, international
events.
A modern infrastructure, direct flights to more
than 50 cities in the region and 13 in the U.S, worldclass attractions nearby, excellent restaurants,
a globalized populace, and a vibrant metropolis
with more than 100 banks and exciting nightlife,
makes Panama the perfect destination to host
your corporate meetings or first-class events.
Our expert staff can assist with every detail of
your meeting/incentive from the initial walkthrough to the final day of your event to include
complete audio/visual services as well as banquet
and catering services for breakfast, lunch, and
dinner as well as receptions, cocktail parties, and
coffee breaks.
We work with the finest purveyors in Panama
for all of your meeting needs including décor,
entertainment, transportation, and more.
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Restaurants
Don’t plan on losing weight in Panama City. There are simply too many good restaurants, and
a cuisine selection that pretty much spans the globe, from Chinese and Italian to Lebanese and
Panamanian. Panama has a rich history and culture, from its several indigenous tribes to its current
fusion of races and traditions from all over the world. The ethnic variety of Panama is ever visible
in its capital. Panama City, which grew because of the country’s importance as a trade centre, the
building of the trans-continental Railroad and the Panama Canal.
Frommer’s Review on the following venues:
Beirut: Middle Eastern Cuisine
This is an excellent spot for a couple or a larger group because it serves reasonably priced combo
plates and appetizer platters. Combos come with dozens of little dishes and finger foods such
as hummus, labre, baba ghanouj, fried kibbe, almond rice, and so on, offering a filling meal and
varied sample of flavors. There are also salads, falafel and other sandwiches, and kabobs. Beirut’s
low ceilings, molded banquet seating, and exotic decor makes you feel as if you’ve actually stepped
into Lebanon. Additionally, the food is light and fresh, and powerful air-conditioning provides a
refreshing escape from the hot Panama City streets. The chef, a Lebanese immigrant, patrols the
dining room for quality control, sometimes refilling the occasional guest’s hookah pipe, which is
de rigueur in this establishment.
La Posta: International Cuisine
The crazy popularity of this restaurant with the Panamanian jet-set derives from the lively, 1950s
Havana-style ambience as well as the tasty creations of its American-trained chef. La Posta has a
gorgeous tropical decor, wicker ceiling fans, and plantation-style architecture. Although elegant,
the restaurant does not feel pretentious. During the day, floor-to-ceiling windows separate the
dining area from an outdoor patio (with outdoor seating), filled with vegetation, which provides
for a bright and cheerful lunchtime setting. La Posta is inexpensive for such a lovely atmosphere
but you’ll definitely want to make reservations to avoid a long wait. Try the starters (there are
more than a dozen, so you might consider ordering an assortment of these rather than an entree):
yellow fin-tuna ceviche with capers; mero (a high-quality grouper) carpaccio; or fried polenta with
Gorgonzola and portobello mushrooms. The thin-crust pizzas are delicious, as are the risottos.
Seafood dishes are tasty but simple, such as jumbo prawns with passion fruit and rice pilaf.
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Restaurants
Restaurante 1985 & Rincón Suizo: French Cuisine
These are nationally famous chef Willy Diggelmann’s two flagship restaurants, both of which are
reviewed here since they are located in the same building, a rather incongruous Swiss-alpine-style
chalet. Restaurante 1985, widely regarded as one of the best, and most expensive, in the city, is
where Panamanians go for a special meal. The fare is predominantly French, with classic dishes
such as pâté, escargot, and coquilles St.- Jacques, but there are also German touches such as
Wiener schnitzel. The standout at 1985 is the tender veal cutlet in morel mushroom sauce, but the
fresh catch of the day, lobster, calamari and scallop stew, and filet mignon in red-wine sauce are
divine, too. There is also an extensive gourmet vegetarian menu. There is lighter fare, but you’ll be
tempted by many of the creamier, calorie-packed meals, which make up nearly half the menu. For
dessert, don’t miss the guanábana (a very sweet fruit with a rough green peel and a soft, chewy
white inside) mousse. The ambience is country French.
Upstairs is Rincón Suizo, a slightly less-expensive place that pays homage to Switzerland; its
waitresses wear dirndls and there’s a cozy ambience with checkered tablecloths and soft light.
Traditional dishes such as raclette, fondue, goulash, and bratwurst are the mainstays here, as well
as rabbit in red wine and cordon bleu. Like 1985, Rincón Suizo is heavy on sauces, but there are
also fresh salads and diet-friendly grilled fish. Both restaurants feature an outstanding selection
of wine.
Madame Chang: Chinese Cuisine
Some of the best Chinese food found outside China is here in Panama, and Madame Chang is where
you come to savor it. Few restaurants serve a more delectable Peking duck, but there are also the
jumbo shrimp a la sal, the gingery San Blas crab, the prawn rolls, and clams in black-bean sauce
-- really, everything on the menu is worth recommending. The proprietor, Siu Mee Chang, and her
daughter Yolanda have merged the old with the new: The elegant ambience is more smart-casual
than button-up conservative, and the cuisine blends traditional recipes from all Chinese provinces,
but with a contemporary touch. Madame Chang also shakes up killer martinis.
Martín Fierro: Steak/Chops Cuisine
Named after Argentina’s epic literary hero, a gaucho who wandered the pampa, this restaurant,
accordingly, serves thick slabs of beef and other meats that would satisfy a gaucho or any weary
traveler who’s had a hard day and longs for a hearty, satisfying meal. Martín Fierro features meats
cut Argentine-style, but the price differs between domestic meat and that imported from the U.S.
You’ll find pastas and fish on the menu, but if you’re not a carnivore there’s really no reason to
eat here. (They boast about their salad bar, but it’s insubstantial and won’t do much more than
decorate your plate.) Martín Fierro strives to be an elegant eating establishment, but the bright
lights and decor keep it decidedly casual.
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Restaurants
Manolo Caracol: Spanish/Portuguese Cuisine
Manolo, the Spanish chef, professes “cooking with love,” and his adventurous and creative daily
menu embraces fresh, in-season products he finds every morning in the local market. There’s no
ordering here customers sit back and wait for a vibrantly composed parade of up to 12 courses
to be slowly ushered to their table. A day’s offering might include sole carpaccio, green mango
ceviche, pork loin with pineapple, and gingery prawns. Meals range from delicious to mediocre
depending on the menu and who’s cooking, and service can be regular too shabby, accounting for
the mixed reviews among customers. However, Manolo Caracol’s modern, fixed-menu concept
and the fact that it’s been around for a while in Casco Viejo, where restaurants open and close
with frequency, is a testament to its popularity among Panamanians and tourists alike. The dining
area is within an antique colonial building, and is casual and warm, with wood tables, white stucco
walls, and plenty of religious artifacts and local art.
Market: Steak/Chops Cuisine
Owner David Henessy’s second Panama City restaurant (the first being La Posta), Market has made
a place for itself as the place to dine in the city, filling up for breakfast, lunch, and dinner almost
every day. Essentially, Market is an up-market burger joint with an ingredients-based menu.
Try the tasty pork chops, grown locally by Chiriquí highlands farmers or the popular “sliders,”
miniature, delicious hamburgers. But whatever you decide to dine on, you probably won’t be
disappointed. The restaurant has a surprisingly good selection of delicious salads, a rarity in
Panamanian restaurants, and unlike most restaurants of its caliber, Market opens for breakfast
Monday through Friday and brunch on Sunday. The restaurant is divided into two distinct areas:
the main room is reminiscent of an upscale market deli (hence the name) boasting a sleek bar,
contemporary decor, and a cool cement floor. The second floor, known as the Zebra Room, is airy
and fresh, and perfect for those looking for a bit more privacy.
Ten Bistro: French Cuisine
This trendy, eclectic bistro in the ground floor of the Hotel De Ville is owned by Chef Fabién Migny,
one of the founders of Eurasia. Ten’s menu is similar to Eurasia’s in its blending of French and
Asian traditions, but the decor is something completely different. The rounded white walls, orange
lights, abundant candles, and bird-of-paradise flowers suspended over the tables in giant test
tubes, together with the beat of the house music, provide a very 21st-century ambience. You may
start with saffron crab soup in a puff pastry, or dip some prawn spring rolls into a tropical sauce.
The main fare ranges from grouper poached in coconut milk to beef tenderloin Indochine with
Chinese mushrooms and mustard leaves, served with potato tempura. The name refers to the fact
that many main courses cost just $10, though some dishes are considerably more expensive. The
desserts are decadent, so be sure to save room.
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Restaurants
Eurasia: Chinese Cuisine
One of the city’s most attractive restaurants, Eurasia has several dining rooms with high ceilings
and walls hung with paintings by Latin American artists. It occupies the second floor of an elegant
former home surrounded by condominium towers and has a small tropical garden in back that
seems a world apart from the traffic of nearby Avenida Balboa. Owners Gloria and Kim Young
offer a soothing ambience and an innovative mix of Asian and French cuisine, with dishes that
range from veal chops in a mushroom sauce to duck in a pineapple-plum sauce. They also have
some enticing seafood creations, such as prawns in a tamarind and coconut sauce, sea bass with
Chinese parsley and pumpkin puree, and grouper in seafood tomato sauce au gratin. You’ll walk
by a well-stocked pastry table laden with yummy cakes as you enter the dining room; they should
inspire you to save room for dessert. Three-course executive lunches are a good deal, include
a glass of wine, and are an excellent excuse to take a break from the heat and hustle of the
surrounding city.
Golden Unicorn: Chinese Cuisine
Hidden on the fourth floor of the Evergreen Building, down the street from the Sheraton Hotel, this
popular spot has a spacious dining room decorated in gold and brown, with walls of windows that
provide views of the ATLAPA Convention Center and the ocean beyond it. A Cantonese restaurant
that serves some Mandarin and Szechuan dishes, the Golden Unicorn is popular with Chinese
families, who gather around its large round tables and order enough dishes to fill the lazy Susan.
The menu is as long as a novella, and is written in Spanish and Chinese, which can be a challenge.
You can’t go wrong with dishes such as robalo al vapor con salsa de frijol negro (steamed snook in a
black bean sauce), pollo salteado con setas (sautéed chicken and seta mushrooms), pato salteado
con piña y jengibre (sautéed duck with pineapple and ginger), langostinos Yau Pau (prawns with
mini vegetables), or spicy Szechuan camarones (shrimp). They also serve dim sum, the traditional
Chinese breakfast, starting at 8 am.
Machu Picchu: Peruvian Cuisine
This popular Peruvian restaurant named after that country’s famous Inca ruins occupies an
unassuming house a short walk from the hotels of El Cangrejo. Its relatively small dining room,
decorated with paintings of Peruvian landscapes and colorful woven tablecloths, is often packed
with Panamanians at night. The food they come for is traditional Peruvian, with a few inventions
such as corvina Hiroshima (sea bass in a shrimp, bell pepper, ginger sauce) and langostinos
gratinados (prawns au gratin). You can’t go wrong with such Peruvian classics as ceviche,ají de
gallina (chicken in a chili-cream sauce), seco de res (Peruvian stewed beef), and sudado de mero
(grouper in a spicy soup). Be careful how you apply the ají hot sauce; it’s practically caustic.
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Theme Parties
Panamanian Heritage
Nothing is more evocative of the tropical lush Panama basin than the vibrant colors, and cheerful
people. We have combined both to bring you an evening to excite the taste buds, bring rhythm to
your ears and maybe color to the soul.
Today we will visit the Island of Flamenco, which has a rich and proud US Military History. It was
formerly known as Fort Grant named in honor of President and General, Ulysses S. Grant. Fort
Grant and Fort Amador were originally designed as defense sites to protect the Pacific entrance
to the canal. The tunnels used to supply the heavy gun batteries are just a leisurely 5-minute stroll
and fascinating to see, these wonders of this former Military Site. The site no longer repels invaders
but now, attracts visitors. As you arrive the event, the warmth of the colors and the strength of
the walls stretch out a hand of welcome. Stroll ´round the fountain in the central courtyard as the
beautiful ladies of Panama greet you in their stunning, hand embroidered, national dress known
as, “La Pollera” swaying to the vibrant chants, follow them as you wind your way to our festive
event.
No ceremony here! A large tree covered in lights grows right through the middle of the terrace,
gather here or round brightly tiled tables covered in soft votive light. A local band entertains,
and to complete the assault on your senses here comes the food. Tasty tit bits, local homemade
cheese, delicious ceviche, empanadas and more. Stay with the rum punch or try the local beer. We
will totally understand if your feet start to tap to the band or you have the uncontrollable desire
to grab your partner and dance under the stars. As the sun sets we have a surprise for you...
stretched out in the distance bathed in a glow of electric light is a magnificent view of Panama City!
Returning to your hotel we will add to the stars in the sky with a few of our own as colorful fireworks
light the sky. Adios Amigo!
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Theme Parties
PANAMA´S HISTORY IN DANCE
This evening you will have the opportunity to view a delightful folkloric presentation inside one of
Panama’s most important landmarks, historic National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. The buildings´
magnificent décor has survived almost unchanged to the present day. With its beautiful hall, and
amazing ceiling, The National Theatre of Panama is likened to a miniature of the world famous
Mariinsky Theatre in St Petersburg, Russia. The National Theatre of Panama has been host to the
best and most outstanding artists and touring companies of the Americas and Europe gracing
the historic stage with their performances of contemporary dance, theatre and music. Today the
dances will offer a potpourri portraying the most important aspects of the historical shaping of
Panama.
Cocktail Party at Plaza Bolívar, a small plaza surrounded by 19th-century architecture and is one
of the most pleasant places in Casco Viejo, day or night. The plaza gets little road traffic and is
trimmed with cafes and restaurants outfitted with large shade umbrellas and a casual atmosphere.
The focal point of the plaza is a monument to the Venezuelan general Simón Bolívar, the “Liberator
of Latin America”. The Plaza was originally known as the Plaza de San Francisco but in 1883 the
city council devoted the plaza to Bolívar the Liberator, a respected hero throughout Latin America.
On conclusion of what should be a very enjoyable evening, and with a greater appreciation of
Panamas’ culture and history as you retrace your steps to the hotel.
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MIRAFLORES LOCKS EXTRAVAGANZA
Nothing is more evocative of the tropical lush Panama
basin than the vibrant colors, and cheerful people.
We have combined both to bring you an evening to
excite the taste buds, bring rhythm to your ears and
maybe color to the soul.
The route to your Extravaganza at the Miraflores Locks
Center will take you past the former Panama Canal
Zone where the military installations of the American
administration are a gentle reminder of the strategic
importance of the area. Today the former Canal Zone
is very much intact and is like a photographic image
of what the days of the American Administration
once were.
As you enter this centre, the warmth of the colors and
the strength of the walls stretch out a hand of welcome
as the beautiful ladies of Panama greet you in their
stunning, hand embroidered, national dress known
as, ‘La Pollera’ swaying to the vibrant chants, follow
them as you wind your way to view a 18 minute video
presentation of the Panama Canal before visiting the
four fascinating exhibition halls at your leisure; each
devoted to a specific theme which include historical
objects of Canal operations, interactive modules, and
models of the Panama Canal.
At the rooftop of this facility you will have the
opportunity to pause and view under high mast
lighting, the gargantuan ships that make their way
through the Miraflores Locks’ chambers as a local
band and the beautiful Polleras entertain you; and to
complete the assault on your senses, here comes the
food. We will totally understand if your feet start to
tap to the band or you have the uncontrollable desire
to grab your partner and dance under the stars.
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CULTURAL LIVING EXPERIENCE
This evening you will have the opportunity to join
you’re colleagues on a visit to Mi Pueblito, which
is a unique presentation of Panama’s culture and
history, situated on the outskirts of Panama City.
At Mi Pueblito you can get a first hand glimpse of
life outside the city, without leaving city limits. This
complex is comprised of three distinct villages: typical
Panamanian, Antillean, and Indian (Kuna & Embera).
As you enter the complex, on the right-hand side, you
will find the main entrance to the typical Panamanian
village. There are several small gift shops, restaurants,
a Pollera (Panama’s National dress) museum, barbers
shop, as well as numerous chairs, benches and tables.
The Antillean and Indian villages lie on the opposite
side of the complex, or to the left-hand side as you
enter Mi Pueblito. It is just a short walk with the
entrance just off the left side of the roadway. The
Antillean village is based on the Antillean culture that
was brought to Panama during the construction of
the Canal. It too has several small souvenir stores,
eateries, and also a church and open courtyard.
Just behind this village is the Indian village, which is
set deeper in the wooded area of the complex. Here,
numerous traditional style huts have been built to
help illustrate the Indian way of life in Panama with
explanations and examples of the indigenous Indian
culture.
For those that do not have the time to visit Panamas
interior Mi Pueblito provides an attractive and
convenient alternative to view aspects of older,
different lifestyles.
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A TROPICAL EXTRAVAGANZA
The Gamboa Rain Forest Resort, nestled in the heart
of the Panamanian Rain Forest Reserve, is Panama’s
only luxury hotel and offers a host of wonderful
nature related adventures, all of which are available
for your pleasure.
As you arrive to the Resort the sounds of a calypso
band permeate the air. Folkloric dancers make your
arrival a swirl of color against the emerald green of
the jungle backdrop. Welcome drinks are served
and the day is yours to partake of nature walks and
exhibits, a buffet lunch served in the main ballroom
and optional shore excursions.
Several optional venues are available to explore
on your own, such as the butterfly farm, the orchid
garden, and the serpentarium. Be sure to bring your
swimsuit and enjoy the two-level pool, the largest
in Panama or just relax and enjoy your world-class
experience that awaits you, right in the heart of the
Panama Canal.
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Panamanian Fiesta
The show consists of a full evening of casual elegant
entertainment. The entire event is staged around the
grand swimming pool with its swaying palm trees and
exotic gardens, lit by torches and floating candles,
scattered with flowers and rose petals.
Their drive to the venue will be along the most scenic
route, with spectacular views of the city’s skyline and
the ostentatious neighborhoods of Punta Paitilla that
is dramatically lit against the evening sky.
Upon arrival, soft guitar music and the warm song of
Panamanian bolero singers will meet guests, who will
be lead to their dinner venue by a local host. Here,
a waiter will be on hand to offer a welcome cocktail
and present a sampler of local Tapas to be enjoyed
while the rest of the group arrives.
As the last of the guests join the gathering; a troop
of folkloric dancers and singers set forth to set the
mood of this festive event. A tasteful sampling of the
most creative and entertaining of dances has been
selected for this evening.
As guests enjoy the dance and song of this country, a
traditional dinner is served to enhance this indulging
of the senses. Local artisans have been invited to
attend this tropical evening and have brought along
their finest hand crafted items, traditional to the
various regions and ethnic groups of the country.
After their dinner, guests are invited to peruse the
many beautiful items on display.
Wine, beer, carbonated beverage, water and fruit
drinks will be served freely throughout the evening.
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Optional Tours
NATURE “ECO” TOURS
Eco Cruise on Gatun Lake:
Cruise the back channels, island and bays that make
up this unique ecosystem. Glide past lush rainforests
to a secluded region of the lake and witness firsthand the splendor and excitement of the jungle.
Guided visit to Gatun Locks, where at this facility may
have the opportunity to watch gargantuan ships that
make their way daily thought the chambers of the
Gatun Locks.
CULTURAL TOURS
Authentic Embera Indian Village:
This tour was designed for you to step aboard a time
machine and travel back more than 600 years; to a
Central America only few have had the privilege of
experiencing. More than a tour, this is a journey into
the lives of the Embera Indian Tribe. A proud people,
who have been able to maintain their traditions and
lifestyle as it was before the Spaniards colonized the
region.
Treasures of Panama:
Guided visit to Old Panama to see the ruins of the
churches and convents, colonial palaces, bridges
andmilitary buildings that attest to the grandiose
past of this city.
Guided tour of REPROSA View the “lost wax process”,
a signature trademark in artisanship created by
REPROSA who has the exclusive reproduction rights
of pre-Colombian treasures, known as Huacas, from
the National Anthropology Museum.
Scenic drive thru Colonial Panama – Drive through
the streets of “Old French Quarter of Panama City”,
founded in 1673.
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Optional Tours
PANAMA CANAL TOURS
Panama Canal Partial Canal Transit:
Scenic Boat ride of the Panama Canal – A Short transfer that will take you to the Pacific entrance
of the Panama Canal to board a small canal pleasure boat where you will commence your partial
canal transit, traversing Miraflores Locks and Pedro Miguel Locks. Your vessel will beraised 85 feet
above sea level! Continuing through the Canal at a leisurely pace, you will soon enter the Gaillard
Cut, the narrowest section of the Panama Canal, bisecting the Continental Divide. Your shipboard
commentator will give full details about the locks and the famous Panama Canal.
Ocean to Ocean by Railway:
Scenic ride on board the Panama Canal Railway - The Panama Railroad was first built in 1855 and
then rebuilt in 1909 during construction of the Panama Canal. For many years the railway provided
an invaluable link between the Atlantic and Pacific. Enjoy fantastic views of the busy Panama Canal
whilst in the middle of deep tropical jungle.
Scenic drive thru to the Former Canal Zone - Where the military installations of the American
administration are a gentle reminder of the strategic importance of the area. Today the former
Zone is very much intact and is like a photographic image of what the days of the American
Administration once were.
Guided visit to Gatun Locks - At this facility you may have the opportunity to watch gargantuan
ships that make their way daily through the chambers of the Gatun Locks.
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Optional Tours
CITY TOURS
The Shaping of Panama:
Guided visit to Colonial Panama - Visit a beautiful
vaulted promenade known as Las Bovedas and
the French Plaza, a number of old houses and
other attractions can be found in the downtown
district. Appreciate the many changes of the city
by viewing its unique architecture, influenced by
a wonderful blend of French, Spanish and Italian
styles.
Scenic drive past the Modern City of Panama The road leads us past the new “Cinta Costera”
(road alongside the sea) to enjoy the spectacular
view of the famous Panama Skyline.
Colonial Panama & Miraflores Locks:
Guided visit to the Miraflores Locks – Take this
opportunity to pause and view the gargantuan
ships that make their way through the Panama
Canal and visit the four exhibition halls,
organized by themes that constitute the heart of
the Miraflores Visitors Center.
Guided walk thru Panama’s 2nd City – This scenic,
get acquainted, excursion will drive through the
streets of Colonial Panama, founded in 1673. Over
the next 200 years the city experienced many
changes. You will notice the influences through
the changes in architecture, representing a
wonderful blend of French, Spanish and Italian
styles.
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Transportation
12 seat Toyota Minivan
26 seat Toyota Coaster
45 seat Hyundai Universe
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Transportation
42 seat Catamaran
Eco Cruise on Gatun Lake
250 seat Executive Car
+ 50 seat Dome Car
Transcontinental Railroad Journey
45 seat Amphibious Vehicle
Panama Canal by Land & Sea
300 seat Canal Boat
Panama Canal Partial Transit
Copa Airlines created Copa Conventions specifically to provide event or convention participants
with fantastic discounts and special benefits when flying with them through the major cities in
North, Central, South America, and the Caribbean.
We invite you to visit their webpage for more info.
Copa Conventions program: http://www.copaair.com/sites/CC/en/Nuestros-Productos/Pages/
Copa-Convenciones.aspx
Corporate Program: http://www.copaair.com/sites/CC/en/Nuestros-Productos/Pages/ProgramaCorporativo.aspx
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Rainforest Adventures - Jamaica
Mystic Mountain
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
“A Place You Can Only Imagine”
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Special Events
“I Do at 700ft
Mystic Mountain offers the most unique wedding experience and economical wedding packages
for your guest to say “I Do at 700ft”.
Conference Facility
Air conditioned space comprising 437 square feet with state of the art audio visual equipment
available.
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Name it...We Create it
If you have a group and need to host a private function,
Mystic Mountain is available for booking…
You name it… we can create it!
We can arrange everything upon request at an additional cost…
If you need food, we can prepare it.
If you need Music, we can arrange it.
Name it and we can personalize it…
Transportation
We do round trip transportation (at an additional cost based on the location)from all the major
resorts in Ocho Rios, Montego Bay and Negril.
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Rainforest Adventures - St. Lucia
St. Lucia Incentives
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Nature
Tour descripton
Emerge in Nature.
The Aerial Tram Tour transports guests up and away from the heat and bustle of the lowlands to
an ecological park located in the heights of St Lucia’s forest reserve. Sixteen open-air gondolas
ascend noiselessly through the rainforest, offering guests a magical view of nature in its majesty
– towering gommiers, impressive chatanniers, and the remarkable phenomenon of the strangler
ficus, alighted upon by playful hummingbirds and banana quits. An experienced Nature Interpreter
will point out giant ferns and magnificent heliconia, and identify the calls and the plumage of the
birdlife that makes the Caribbean Oceanic forest its home. The descent affords a bird’s eye view
of the forest and a spectacular panoramic vista of the north of the island. With much to see and
listen for, the tram ride is a celebration of colour and life and a restorative retreat guaranteed to
refresh the senses. Walk along the Fern trail for a close encounter with the rainforest.
Stroll through the gardens and observe the Hummingbirds and learn about the local herbs. To
refresh your senses and boost your immune system take a zip from freshly cut coconuts. Try
your hand at pan. Help to spread the rainforest and plant a tree. Take a rest next to the river and
sample some local fruits and Creole finger food and choose your complimentary picture of your
adventure.
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Nature
Tour duration
3.0 – 3.5 hours
Minimum/Maximum
Minimum 24/maximum 80 participants
Included
• Aerial Tram
• Walk
• Gardens , Herbs
• Local fruits in season
• Tree planting
• Fresh coconuts with opening demonstration
• Steel pan player
• Local Creole food tasting (Accra, coconut cake, coco tea, rum punch, coconut, fruit)
• Picture
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What to bring
Walking/hiking shoes for trail (no high heels, sandals or flip flops allowed for trails), Sun/Rain
protection, Insect repel-lent, Camera, Binoculars, Travel details for Duty free shopping
Note
The Rain Forest Adventure Park is a no smoking property
The Aerial tram is for all ages and fitness levels – no restrictions.
Persons with walking difficulties can be accommodated
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Adventure
Tour Description
The Adrena-line zip line tour is not for the faint of heart. The exciting tour starts innocuously
enough with a short walk through a peaceful part of the tropical rainforest, but that’s as pastoral
as it gets. You get hitched up to a series of cables and zip from platform to platform high up in
the tree canopy. Go out on a limb and take the leap and swing like Tarzan. If your adrenaline isn’t
flowing then, a brisk hike to the next set of platforms will juice things up a bit before your guides
hook you onto the line with descenders so you can rappel safely or with a thrill to base camp. To
refresh your senses and boost your immune system take a zip from freshly cut coconuts. Take
a rest next to the river and sample some local fruits and creole finger food and choose your
complimentary picture of your adventure.
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Adventure
Tour duration
2.5 - 3 hours
Included
• Zip line course
• Fresh coconuts with opening demonstration
• Local Creole food tasting (Accra, coconut cake, coco tea, rum punch, coconut, fruit)
• Picture
Minimum/Maximum
What to bring/wear
Walking/hiking shoes mandatory (no high heels, sandals or flip flops), Long shorts or trousers (no
skirts or dresses), Shirts/t-shirts with short or long sleeves recommended (wearing harness), Sun/
Rain protection, Insect repellent, Long hair must be tied back, Travel details for Duty free shopping
Note
No age restriction, Minimum waist 45.7cm/18”, Maximum hip/waist 127cm/50”, Maximum weight 170
kg/ 350 lb, not suit-able for pregnant woman or persons with back or neck injuries, only suitable for the
physically fit.
Disclaimer mandatory
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Challenge
Tour Description
Combine the relaxing Aerial Tram ride, with a short and rugged hike and a zip line course high up
in the canopy of the majestic rainforest trees.
A trial zip line at base camp and a short training session prepare the intrepid for the day’s adventure.
The Tranopy Tour begins with a gondola ride into the thick of the Caribbean Oceanic forest past
ancient trees, persistent vines and animated birdlife. At top station disembark for a short hike
on a trail which wends its way through the magnificent mature forest, past some impres-sive
buttress root systems and to the first zip-line platform. Experience the thrill of gliding through the
tree canopy high above the bustle of the city, in the cool verdant air of the forest. Knowledgeable
guides take you through the paces as you zip from platform to platform suspended in the sturdy
trunks of these stoic trees. Hike through the majestic rainforest and join the next zip line course.
Swing across and rappel safely back to base camp.
To refresh your senses and boost your immune system take a zip from freshly cut coconuts. Take
a rest next to the river and sample some local fruits and creole finger food and choose your
complimentary picture of your adventure.
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Challenge
Tour duration
4 hours
Included
One way Aerial Tram
Hike
Zip line course
Jacquot trail hike
Zip lines with Rappel training
Fresh coconuts with opening demonstration
Local Creole food tasting (Accra, coconut cake, coco tea, rum punch, coconut, fruit)
Picture
Minimum/Maximum
What to bring/wear
Walking/hiking shoes mandatory (no high heels, sandals or flip flops), Long shorts or trousers (no
Note
No age restriction, Minimum waist 45.7cm/18”, Maximum hip/waist 127cm/50”, Maximum weight 170
kg/ 350 lb, Not suitable for pregnant woman or persons with back or neck injuries, Only suitable for the
physically fit.
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Night Challenge
Tour Description
Adrena Luna - Moon Light Zipping
Zip between trees, Swing into Tarantulas nest and rappel down to terra firma in the mystic darkness
of the rain-forest lit by the moon and stars.
“The rainforest at night, the thrill, the sounds, the moon .... just awesome!”
The Adrena-luna zip line tour is not for the faint of heart. The exciting new tour starts innocuously
enough with a short walk through a peaceful part of the forest, but that’s as pastoral as it gets. Get
hitched up to a series of cables and zip from platform to platform high up in the tree canopy. Go
out on a limb and take the leap onto the rope web below or swing like Tarzan. If your adrenaline
isn’t flowing then, a brisk hike to the next set of plat-forms will juice things up a bit before your
guides hook you onto the line with descenders so you can rappel safely or with a thrill to base
camp.
We put light on the helmets and lit the forest with romantic lights.
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Night Challenge
Tour duration
2.5 hours
Included
Zip line course
Minimum/Maximum
What to bring/wear
Walking/hiking shoes mandatory (no high heels, sandals or flip flops), Long shorts or trousers (not
Note
The Rain Forest Adventure park is no smoking property
No age restriction, Minimum waist 55cm/21.5”, Maximum hip/waist 127cm/50”, Maximum weight 170
kg/ 350 lbs , Not suitable for pregnant woman or persons with back or neck injuries, Only suitable for
the physically fit
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Eco Study
Ecology Study training Coast to Mountains
Experience the transformative power of nature. Join our Wildlife ambassador on a journey from
the coast to the mountains. We will train you in biodiversity data collection which can be applied
to any environment, the ecosys-tem around your home or any places you visit on your journey.
You will immerse in the wonders of the island’s best asset: NATURE - from the coastal area, to
wetlands to the oceanic rain forest environment and the beaches. You learn to observe and identify
fauna and flora and submit your data. This data collection will be compared to previous and future
information which helps to monitor St. Lucia’s ecosystem.
You can make a difference to the environment by collecting and submitting data about the fauna
and flora in your surroundings. This data will help to identify any changes in any specific place and
assist protecting our ecosystem, thus preserving it and its secrets for future generations and the
Earth.
The collected data will be submitted to the St. Lucia Forestry department and numerous websites
like Ebird.com.
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Logistics
Tour duration
5 minutes
20 minutes
20 minutes
20 minutes
15 minutes
60 minutes
30 minutes
20 minutes
5 minutes
30 minutes
30 minutes
4 to 5 hours
Transfer from Hotel/Port to Auberge Seraphine/Wetland
Orientation, training and wetland observation and data collection
Drive to Union
Observation of Union area, part wetland
Drive to Rain Forest Sky Rides Adventure park
Rainforest observation and data collection
Drive to Pigeon Point
Costal bird observation
Drive to Causeway beach
Costal observation and data collection and swimming option
Transfer from Causeway beach at Rodney bay to Hotel/Port
Minimum/Maximum
What to bring
Walking/hiking shoes (closed toe shoes), Sun/Rain protection, Insect repellent, Camera, Binoculars,
Travel details for Duty free shopping, Swimming gear.
Note
The duration of the tour may vary between depending on the level of fitness and interest level of the
group. This may also affect the tour duration.
The tour is not suitable for pregnant woman or persons with back or neck injuries. It is only suitable for
the physically fit and not for children under 6 years of age.
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Information
Highlights
Just 25 minutes from port Castries and major resorts
Oldest protected Rain Forest reserve in St. Lucia (Castries Waterworks reserve since 1916).
Transfer, lockers, pictures service, Duty free gift shop, Café available
Home of the World’s 8th coolest zip line - Travel + Leisure
2013 Certificate of Excellence - Trip Advisor
Lockers
US $ 5.00 deposit and US $ 3.00 rental fee.
Trails
Walking/hiking shoes mandatory
Zip lines
Walking/hiking shoes, No age restriction, Minimum waist 55cm/21.5”, Maximum hip/waist
127cm/50”, Maximum weight 170 kg/ 350 lbs , Not suitable for pregnant woman or persons with
back or neck injuries, Only suitable for the physically fit.
Cancellation Policy
50 % Cancellation fee is payable if tour is cancelled within 24 hours before Tour date/time
100 % Cancellation fee is payable if tour is cancelled less than 1 (one) hour before Tour time
Save the rainforest!
At Rainforest Adventures, we’re not just offering exciting canopy tours and activities, but we also
promote our sustainability programs to our visitors. Our programs are designed to educate the
im-portant rainforest facts and how to protect our ecosystem, thus preserving it and its secrets for
fu-ture generations and the Earth.
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Transportation
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Contact Informations
Contact Us
USA Headquarters (Miami, FL)
Tel: 305- 704-3350
Fax: 305-858-4584
Toll Free from USA or Canada:
1-866-SKY-TRAM
(1-866-759-8726)
2250 SW 3rd Ave. Suite 301
Miami, FL 33129
Jamaica Offices
Tel: 1-876-974-3990
Fax: 1-876-974-3992
P.O. Box 259
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
E-mail: [email protected]
Panama Offices
PANAMA EXCURSIONS, S.A.
Costa Rica Offices
P.O. Box 00843-00191, Balboa,
Tel: 506- 22-57-59-61
Fax: 506-22-57-60-53
Calle 5-7, Ave 7 150 mts oeste
Building #722, Ave Roberto Chiari, El Prado, Balboa
Republic of Panama
Tel: (507) 314-0820/ 21 /22
Fax: (507) 314-0823
Edif. INS Apartado 1959-1002
San Jose, Costa Rica
Saint Lucia Offices
Tel: 1-758-458-5151
Fax: 1-758-458-5150
Rainforest Sky Rides
Reduit Gros Islet,
Rodney Bay, St Lucia
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