DECAMERON EXPLORER PERU The Senses Route
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DECAMERON EXPLORER Decameron Explorer stands out as a Destination Management Company with a successful history in the tourism industry in South and Central America with over 20 years of experience. Decameron Explorer is your local on site partner to operate and supervise the successful outcome for services rendered to individuals, incentive groups, tour-operator services, conventions, V.I.P. services, charter flights, tailor-made programs, transportation services. Decameron Explorer is the direct link to the best chain of All-Inclusive Hotels and Resorts of Central and South America, Decameron Hotels. Decameron Explorer offers the best programs in each destination including excellent options in transport and tour guide services in the most convenient category and budget for each client. At the airport in each destination, Decameron Explorer has its own-operated offices where dedicated personnel welcome the arriving passengers with special permits to enter the international dock, immigration and customs areas. Thanks to this infrastructure, Decameron Explorer, with the support of professional tour guides, can organize group baggage identification to speed up the process of distribution to hotel rooms and manage pre-registrations in order to expedite the check-in process at the hotels. Currently Decameron Explorer has offices in Panamá, El Salvador, Ecuador, Colombia, Haití and Peru. Among the personnel who work for Decameron Explorer there are professionals experienced in groups, incentives and conventions management, who are always available starting at the quote through to its execution. SERVICES Among the services, Decameron Explorer (DMC) offers: • • • • •
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Commercial airline reservations and sales Charter flight management and logistics Transfers of individuals and private groups Eco-touristic, cultural, historical, adventure, fishing and scuba diving excursions Roundtrip programs in Panamá (in combination with San Blas, Bocas del Toro, Darién jungle and Chiriquí highlands), El Salvador (encompassing the Mayan World including Guatemala and Honduras), Ecuador (the breathtaking Galápagos islands, historical and colonial Cuenca, Guayaquil, Quito), Peru (in combination with Lima, Punta Sal, enchanting Cusco, magical Machu Picchu, Trujillo, Chiclayo and Chachapoyas) and Colombia (with the Caribbean in destinations such as San Andrés and Providence Islands, the unequaled and historic Cartagena, the Panaca Theme Hotel and the exotic Amazon) Specialty programs for groups, incentives and conventions (personalized for each client) with options for lodging, meals, transfers, entertainment, water sports, etc. Educational Programs Decameron Es-Cool Give Back community programs Personalized service at each Sales and Hospitality counter 7 days a week
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TRANSPORT INFRAESTRUCTURE A complete fleet of vehicles, boats and planes assure excellent service in all our excursions, eco-tours and transfers. HUMAN RESOURCES
We offer a team of organizers, coordinators and professional guides with more than 10 years of experience in handling cruises and charters, who can direct tours to the most interesting places in each country, with fluency in several languages (Spanish, English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Russian). HACCP HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM Decameron Explorer actively participates in Health & Safety programs. A team of Health & Safety Coordinators, trained to achieve the standards and regulations on Food Safety are INCLUDED in Decameron Explorer´s staff. HACCP is a food handling and operating approach that promotes food safety by identifying food hazards and applying and monitoring appropriate control measures at points, critical to safety, reducing the risk of food associated illness in guests, and thereby reducing the number of claims. This team audits all tours and restaurants included in Decameron Explorer´s portafolio, providing basic health & safety procedures training to our food & beverages suppliers.
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PERU
Royal Decameron Punta Sal, PerĂş Punta Sal is an extraordinary destination, located in the Tumbes Department, Contralmirante Villar Province, in northern Peru. Its excellent location offers year-round sun. Its warm waters contrast strikingly with deserts, forests and natural sanctuaries, thanks to its proximity to the Tropical Eastern Pacific region. These excellent conditions assure an unforgettable experience for every taste. With Decameron Explorer you can enjoy everything from Fishing, Sailing along the Hemingway Route and Marine Life Observation to Ecological Walks, Mangroves and Adventure experiences.
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TUMBES MANGROVES NATIONAL SANCTUARY
We will begin our route in the Zarumilla zone, on the border with Ecuador. There we will visit the majestic Sanctuary of the Tumbes Mangroves, a protected area which is home to specimens of more than 20 meters in height. During the route we will utilize rowboats or kayaks belonging to the villagers. In this community we will find four species of mangroves: the red mangrove, the saltwater mangrove, the white mangrove and the button mangrove, as well as some 40 other botanical varieties. These mangroves are the proper habitat for an ample range of species. We can also find different species of snail, crustaceans, mollusks and fish, many of them with commercial importance. We will also find a great variety of endangered birds and mammals, such as the raccoon or mangrove bear, northeastern otter, amphibians and reptiles. We will end the tour in Puerto Pizarro, visiting the crocodile breeding zoo and Isla de Los Pรกjaros (Bird Island). INCLUDES: Land and water transport, accompanying guide, entry fees to sites, snack and rehydration RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, sun block, insect repellent, sunglasses. IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is not recommended for persons with back problems or recent surgery. The tour guide reserves the right to deny admittance to any participant who does not comply with these requirements (without right to reimbursement) NOTE: Depending on the tides, the tour itinerary may vary. LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: Depending on the tides RETURN: Depending on the tides MINIMUM: 6 pax MAXIMUM: 40 pax Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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PUERTO PIZARRO MANGROVES
We will travel to picturesque Puerto Pizarro, a few kilometers from the city of Tumbes, to begin an excursion among younger mangroves visiting attractions such as the Crocodile Breeding Zoo which currently houses close to 344 animals, where you can also learn about their complete life cycle. Panoramic Tour Tumbes. INCLUDES: Land and water transport, accompanying guide, entry fees to sites and snack. RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, sun block, insect repellent, sunglasses IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is not recommended for persons with back problems or recent surgery. The tour guide reserves the right to deny admittance to any participant who does not comply with these requirements (without right to reimbursement) LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: Depending on the tides RETURN: Depending on the tides MINIMUM: 6 pax MAXIMUM: 50 pax Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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DEEP-SEA FISHING (November to may)
Peru’s northern coast is an exceptional zone for deep-sea fishing; along these coasts was captured the world record for fishing, a black Marlin weighing in at 1560 pounds. Here is where the cold Humboldt marine current and the warm El Niño current converge. This produces conditions unique in the world, which is why Punta Sal and its adjacent zones are a fishing lover’s dream come true in an excursion which will take them in search of impressive marine species such as the striped Marlin, the black Marlin, the yellow-finned tuna, the wahoo and dorado. Accompanied by a crew with ample experience and a complete supply of fishing gear, you will enjoy a fabulous day of deep-sea fishing. Characteristics of fishing yacht Frenesí: 29-foot Boston Whaler 2- 200 HP Mercury Optimax outboard motors Bathroom and inside cabin INCLUDES: Complete fishing gear: fishing rods, reels and special samples, crew with experience in fishing and navigation (Spanish-speaking), drinks and snacks RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, sun block, IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women, or persons with cardiopulmonary or back conditions or who have recently had surgery. The tour reserves the right not to admit any participant who doesn’t fulfill these requirements or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs (with no right to reimbursement). This type of fishing is carried out respecting the minimum sizes for catches. Sharp-beaked species such as the Marlin, sailfish and swordfish will be returned to the sea. LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: 5:00 am RETURN: 3:00 pm MINIMUM: 4 pax MAXIMUM: 4 pax Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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MARINE LIFE
On this expedition we cross the area of greatest marine biodiversity in Peru and one of the most important in the world where we will see species such as dolphins, sea turtles, sea lions and many seabirds that inhabit this area throughout the year. You start early boarding a boat at the dock of the bodies and set sail towards the inactive oil rig. This platform has become an ecosystem where you can appreciate different types of migratory and local birds as well as sea wolves. Finally we return to the dock Bodies not before stopping at the exquisite cove The Ă‘uro, known sighting area where enjoy the sea turtles swim in the wild, which makes a sublime experience. INCLUDES: ground transportation and maritime expert crew identification of marine fauna and navigation (Spanish language), sports drinks, snacks and lifejackets, twine and bait. RECOMMENDATIONS: Clothing and shoes, hat, sunscreen, swimsuit and towel IMPORTANT: This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, people with back problem or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The tour guide reserves the right of not admitting any participant who does comply these requirements or (without refund) DIFFICULTY LEVEL: I SHARED DEPARTURE: 7:15 am / RETURN: 1:30 pm MINIMUM: 10 pax / MAXIMUM: 30 pax PRIVATE DEPARTURE: in the afternoon MINIMUM: 10 pax / MAXIMUM: 10 pax MINIMUM AGE: 6 years Not available in whale watching season Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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YACHT TOUR
Only 25 kilometers south of Punta Sal, Los Órganos is a tempting alternative for those who seek greater tranquility beside a town that offers everything. Due to the warm equatorial marine current, also known as El Niño, the predominating average temperature in this tropical sea eco region is around de 24 °C, along the regions of Tumbes and north of the Piura. Our boats will take you sailing from Los Órganos to Cabo Blanco on an excursion where it’s possible to sight the impressive marine fauna of Piura. Seals, groups of bottle-nosed dolphins, dozens of common dolphins, marine turtles and colorful blue-footed boobies may be part of this wonderful adventure. What you see will depend on nature. Later we will stop in a protected bay where you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the sea. It’s a memorable experience, this activity will be done for a short time. INCLUDES: Land and sea transport, expert crew in marine and navigation fauna identification (Spanish language), hydrating drinks, life jackets, ropes and bait (optional), snorkeling equipment (optional). RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, sun block. IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women, or persons with cardiopulmonary or back conditions or who have recently had surgery. The tour reserves the right not to admit any participant who doesn’t fulfill these requirements or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs (with no right to reimbursement). LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: 7:15 am RETURN: 12:00 m MINIMUM: 10 pax / MAXIMUM: 10 pax MINIMUM AGE: 6 years MAXIMUM AGE: 60 years Not available in whale watching season Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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WHALE WATCHING (IN SEASON)
During the months of August, September and October we’ll take you to see the enormous humpback whales. These colossi reach Peru’s northern coasts from Antarctic waters to reproduce and raise their whale calves. During the whale watch tour you may see these magnificent cetaceans making spectacular leaps, swimming and diving in groups or watching their young play their first games under the watchful eye of their mothers. This marine excursion will take us sailing from Los Órganos to Cabo Blanco in a wide run with an 85% success rate in sighting the whales. The visitors may contribute to the scientific research by taking precise photographs of the ventral side of the tail to identify the individual whales sighted. You can also observe other associated species navigating in the zone where the cold Humboldt and the warm equatorial ecosystems converge. INCLUDES: Transport, water, life jackets, Spanish-speaking guide specialized in marine fauna. RECOMMENDATIONS: Windbreaker jacket, towel, sun block, sunglasses, cap, plastic bags to protect personal objects. IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women, or persons with cardiopulmonary or back conditions or who have recently had surgery. The tour reserves the right not to admit any participant who doesn’t fulfill these requirements or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs (with no right to reimbursement). LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: 6:30 am RETURN: 12:00 noon MINIMUM: 5 persons MAXIMUM: 30 pax MINIMUM AGE: 6 years Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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TURTLES AND WHALE WATCHING (Season)
Humpback whales Season (Megaptera novaeangliae) starts from the half of July until the first week of November. Cetaceans arrive to the coast of northern Peru after traveling thousands of kilometers from the colder waters of the southern hemisphere. During these 120 days, the whales come to mate and give birth to their baby whales. In addition the males exhibit a series jumps, tail, flapping, head and tail exposures and reproductive chants. We began heading toward the inactive oil platform where we can see sea lions and sea birds (pelicans, boobies, cormorants and frigate birds). During our trip we will watch the whale and dolphin and manta rays. We will finish the tour in the cove The Ă‘uro which is known as a natural paradise where sea turtles can swim with them. INCLUDES: land and sea transport, water, lifejackets, marine biologists bilingual guides. RECOMMENDATIONS: Windbreaker jacket use, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, plastic to protect your personal belongings bags, swimsuit and towel. IMPORTANT: This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, people with back problem or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The tour guide reserves the right of not admitting any participant who does not comply these requirements or (without refund) DIFFICULTY LEVEL: I DEPARTURE: 6:30 a.m RETURN: 12:00 pm MINIMUM: 10 pax MAXIMUM: 30 pax MINIMUM AGE: 6 years Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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SUNSET TOUR - (SUMMER SEASON JANUARY TO MAY)
The sunsets along the Coast are unique. This pleasant tour allows us to end the day in a very special way, watching an unforgettable sunset while sailing in a yacht along the northern Peruvian sea. During this special excursion you will enjoy delicious champagne and an exquisite platter of appetizers with gourmet cheeses and fruit as you sail surrounded by a beautiful landscape where the sky and the sea shine with colors. It’s a tour to delight the senses. PRIVATE INCLUDES: Land and water transport, one iced (1) bottle of champagn per group, bottle of water, life jackets, Cooler with ice. SHUTTLE INCLUDES: Land and water transport, bottle of water, life jackets, Cooler with ice. RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, sun block. IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women, or persons with cardiopulmonary or back conditions or who have recently had surgery. The tour reserves the right not to admit any participant who doesn’t fulfill these requirements or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs (with no right to reimbursement). This tour will only be made during the summer months, from January to May. LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: 3:30 pm / RETURN: 8:00 pm PRIVATE: MINIMUM: 4 pax MAXIMUM: 4 pax SHUTTLE: MINIMUM: 5 pax MAXIMUM: 30 pax Note: depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled. The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.
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HEMINGWAY ROUTE (OVERLAND)
We will get acquainted with the spectacular landscapes offered by the zone of Cabo Blanco, along with the stories about the capture of the enormous Marlin, which attracted the special attention of the celebrated American author, Ernest Hemingway, winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1953 for the novel The Old Man and the Sea. The excursion includes stops at the beaches, taking in the spectacular landscapes of this zone as well as its fishing villages. INCLUDES: Overland transport, accompanying guide, snack and rehydration. RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable clothing and walking shoes, cap or hat, sun block, insect repellent, bathing suit, towel, change of clothes. IMPORTANT: This excursion is not recommended for pregnant women or persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs. For the excursion in Kayak, it is not recommended for persons with back conditions or who have recently had surgery. The excursion guide reserves the right not to admit any participant who does not fulfill these requirements (with no right to reimbursement). LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: 8:00 am / 1:00 pm RETURN: 1:00 pm / 6:00 pm DURATION: 5 hours MINIMUM: 5 pax MAXIMUM: 50 pax “Es importante tener en cuenta que dependiendo del clima y las condiciones marítimas esta actividad puede ser cancelada. De igual manera la visibilidad de la fauna y flora marítima está limitada a factores naturales.”
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VISITING MANCORA
The picturesque seaside resort of Mancora is located only 30 minutes from the Hotel Decameron Punta Sal. It’s a perfect place to get acquainted with the culture and lifestyle of the villages in northern Peru. Its climate is pleasant, with beautiful landscapes, warm and friendly people, and beaches sought after all year round. On the tour you can look at and acquire handicrafts elaborated by the villagers. INCLUDES: Land transport hotel –Mancora Park – hotel. NOTE: The transport service is offered shared with the tour group, with the point of encounter for arrival and departure in Mancora’s main park. You may freely explore the village of Mancora. RECOMMENDATIONES: Comfortable shoes and clothing, cap or hat, sun block, insect repellent, sunglasses, Cash for purchases. LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I MORNING DEPARTURE: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm AFTERNOON DEPARTURE: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm MINIMUM: N/A MAXIMUM: 100 pax
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TALARA PANORAMIC TOUR & SHOPPING
Talara is a city in northeastern Peru, capital of the Pariùas District and of the Province which bears the same name. It is located in the Department of Piura on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. In the city are found the most important petroleum refinery and storage plants on the northern coast of Peru. At the same time the port is home to a large fishing fleet and houses a prominent Peruvian Air Force base. In Talara’s advance toward modernity, great chains have opened stores; such as, PROMART and PLAZA VEA, where the shopper can acquire quality products as well as find permanent sales. During the panoramic tour we will appreciate the Talara Cathedral and the emblematic portrait of Miguel Grau, the statue of Jesus in Talara Alta and the monument to the Platform in the Talara square. There will be free time for shopping in the shopping centers. INCLUDES: Land transport, accompanying guide and hydration. DOES NOT INCLUDE: purchases and unspecified services LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE AM: 09:00 am RETURN: 5:00 pm MINIMUM: 6 pax MAXIMUM: 100 pax RECOMMENDATIONS: Comfortable shoes and clothing, cash for shopping. IMPORTANT: All travelers, without exception (including children), should carry their corresponding personal and family documents. It is the responsibility of the passenger to carry all of their documentation in order to present it at the occasional traffic controls that operate on Peruvian roads. Hotels Decameron and Decameron Explorer are not responsible for any omission by the passenger(s).
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PANORAMIC TOUR AND SHOPPING TUMBES
Tumbes, is a state in northwestern Peru. Limited to the west and north by the Gulf of Guayaquil (Pacific Ocean), the east with Ecuador and the south with the state of Piura. In the city of Tumbes, you can appreciate beautiful architecture designed with mosaics, the boardwalk of Tumbes River Walk Jerusalem, Bolognesi and Cathedral Park. After this panoramic tour, it will provide free time for shopping at the Mall Costa Mar, where products of different brands, playground, restaurants, supermarket, cinema, ATMs and pharmacy services are; In addition there are permanent offers in shoe stores and clothing. INCLUDES: ground transportation, guide NOT INCLUDED: consumption and services not specified DIFFICULTY: I DEPARTURE: 9:00 a.m. HE CAME BACK: 5:00 PM MINIMUM: 6 PAX MAXIMUM: 100 PAX RECOMMENDATIONS: Clothing and shoes IMPORTANT: All travelers without exception (including children) must have their personal and family documents. It is the responsibility of the passenger to carry all documentation for submission to the eventual movement controls operating in the Peruvian roads. Hotel Decameron and Decameron Explorer are not responsible for any omission passenger
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CONTACTS PERU DECAMERON EXPLORER PERU ROSA CÓRDOVA – MANAGER E-mail: rosa.cordova@decameron.com Teléfono: 51+72596730 Ext. 8007 Cel: 51+ 969380300 MARGARITA SEMINARIO – GROUND HANDLING COORDINATOR E-mail: receptivos.explorerperu@decameron.com Teléfono: 51+72596730 Ext. 8024 Cel: 51 + 989211705
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