Decameron Explorer Punta Sal 2018 - English

DECAMERON EXPLORER PERU

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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 and 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 ownoperated 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.

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(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 Caribbean 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.

TRANSPORT INFRAESTRUCTURE A complete fleet of vehicles, boats and planes assure excellent service in all our excursions, eco-tours and transfers.

HUMAN RESOURCES

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.

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 and Russian).

SERVICES

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.

Among the services, Decameron Explorer (DMC) offers: • 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

HACCP HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM

PUNTA SAL, PERU

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, the Hemingway Route, to ecological walks, mangroves and Adventure experiences.

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 Pájaros (Bird Island).

Level os difficulty: I Minimum: 6 pax · Maximum: 40 pax Includes: land and water transport, accompanying guide (English/Spanish), entry fees to sites, lunch 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.

DEPARTURE: 7:00 A.M. - RETURN: 6:00 P.M. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

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 300 animals, where you can also learn about their complete life cycle.

Panoramic tour by the city of Tumbes Level of difficult: I Minimum: 6 pax· Maximum: 40 pax Includes: land and water transport, accompanying guide (English/Spanish), entry fees to sites and rehydration.

Recommendations: comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, bathing suit, 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).

DEPARTURE - RETURN: DEPENDING ON THE TIDES. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

DEEP-SEA FISHING

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.

Level of difficulty: I Minimum: 4 pax · Maximum: 4 pax Includes: complete fishing gear: fishing rods, reels and special samples, GPS, Echosounder, crew with experience in fishing and navigation (Spanishspeaking), drinks and snacks.

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.

DEPARTURE: 5:00 A.M. · RETURN: 1:00 P.M. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

ARTISANAL FISHING & SWIMMING WITH TURTLES 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. We will also go fishing with line and bait and go to the best “bajas” (fishing spots) of the zone and use the day’s fresh-caught bait.

With this fishing technique one can capture coches, monkfish, viejas, devilfish, among others. The activity is tenable depending on the weather, respecting the minimum sizes for catches. Later we will stop in a protected bay where you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the sea. It’s a memorable experience which you’ll enjoy to the utmost any time of the year.

Level of difficulty: I Minimum: 5 pax · Maximum: 33 pax Minimum Age: 6 years Includes: overland transport, route from Órganos to Cabo Blanco, a crew expert in identifying marine fauna and in sailing (Spanish-speaking), rehydrating drinks, snacks and life jackets, fishing line and bait.

Recommendations: overland transport, route from Órganos to Cabo Blanco, a crew expert in identifying marine fauna and in sailing (Spanish-speaking), rehydrating drinks, snacks and life jackets, fishing line and bait.

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).

DEPARTURE: 7:30 A.M. · RETURN: 1:30 P.M. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

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.

Level of difficult: I Minimum: 5 pax · Maximum: 33 pax Minimum age: 6 years · Maximum age: 60 years Duration: 6 Hours Includes: transport, snacks, rehydration, life jackets, Spanish-speaking guide specialized in marine fauna.

Recommendations: windbreaker jacket, towel, sun block, sunglasses, cap, plastic bags to protect personal objects.

Note: 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).

DEPARTURE: 6:30 A.M. · RETURN: 12:00 P.M. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

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.

Nivel de dificultad: I Duration: 4 hours Private minimum: 4 pax · Private maximum: 4 pax Shuttle minimum: 6 pax · Shuttle maximum: 33 pax Private includes:land and water transport, one iced (1) bottle of White wine or iced champagne 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.

DEPARTURE: 3:45 P.M. · RETURN: 7:45 P.M. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

HEMINGWAY ROUTE (OVERLAND) We will begin our excursion at the El Ñuro Dock, where we will enjoy an interesting activity with the arrival of the fishing boats that bring in the produce of the sea and the commercial interchange of the fishermen; here we will also observe the turtles while they feed. Continuing along the route, we will stop for a rest at a lovely cave naturally sculptured out of the rock from which we will have an amazing view of the Pacific. Finalizing the tour, 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. At Cabo Blanco we find a fascinating photographic archive conserved by the man who was Hemingway’s bartender. Among tales of legends and historical facts, we can enjoy the Hemingway Route: Hemingway Route in 4x4 Vehicles: The excursion includes stops at El Ñuro, the Cueva Beach and Cabo Blanco, taking in the spectacular landscapes of this zone as well as its fishing villages.

Level of difficult: I Minimum: 5 pax · Maximum: 30 pax Duration: 5 Hours Includes: overland transport, accompanying guide (English/Spanish), 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).

DEPARTURE: 7:30 A.M. · RETURN:- 1:00 P.M. “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

MÁNCORA TOUR

The picturesque seaside resort of Máncora 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.

Level of difficult: I Minimum: 4 pax · Maximum: 100 pax Includes: land transport hotel –Máncora Park – hotel.

Recommendations: comfortable shoes and clothing, cap or hat, sun block, insect repellent, sunglasses, cash for purchases.

Note: the transport service is offered shared with the tour group, with the point of encounter for arrival and departure in Máncora’s main park. You may freely explore the village of Máncora.

SCHEDULE : 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.

SNORKELING WITH SEA TURTLES The El Ñuro sector is home to an important population of Green Sea Turtles which inhabit this zone, optimal for their feeding and rest as part of their life cycle. These large sea turtles are distributed over tropical waters around the world and are excellent regulators of the ecosystem, making this a privileged zone for having examples of this species in northern Peruvian waters.

During this activity, you’ll be able to observe their behavior and have direct contact with these animals while enjoying a pleasant swim in the ocean; you’ll also be able to see other associated species like birds and fish. Besides reveling in a delightful experience with nature, this tour offers us the chance to raise our awareness of the importance of protecting and conserving the sea turtles and their habitat.

Level of difficult: I Minimum: 5 pax · Maximum: 10 pax Minimal age: 6 years · Maximum age: 60 years Includes: land transport, accompanying guide, refreshments, complete snorkeling equipment.

Recommendations: comfortable clothing and shoes, cap or hat, sun block, bathing suit, wet shoes.

Important:this excursion is not recommended for pregnant women or persons with back injuries or recent operations. The tour reserves the right not to admit any participant who does not fulfill these requirements, as well as persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs (without right to reimbursement). It is an indispensable requirement to know how to swim and have the dexterity to climb up and down heights.

DEPARTURE: 8:00 A.M. · RETURN: 12:00 M “Depending on weather and sea conditions this activity may be canceled.

The visibility of marine flora and fauna is limited to natural factors.”

BUBBLE MAKER (CHILDREN)

DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING OR BAPTISMS This is your first step to follow in discovering the wonderful underwater world.

It’s a diving experience but not a PADI course.

First the PADI instructor will explain to you the basics of diving, the equipment, underwater life, and most important, how your body adapts under water. Then you will do some basic exercises and when you feel comfortable, you will be introduced to the amazing world of diving in our wonderful Peruvian sea.

Minimum: 2 pax Duration: Approx. 3 hours Requirements: minimum age, 10 years Includes: basic diving equipment, transport to diving sites, PADI instructor.

Note: If the participant doesn’t know how to swim, they can have this experience in the pool.

This is the best way to introduce children to the fascinating world of diving.

The experience is designed for children 8 years of age and up. They learn and have fun under the supervision of a PADI instructor in a swimming pool.

The children learn how to breathe under water, the basic principles of diving and how to use the necessary equipment.

Minimum: 2 pax Duration: the course usually lasts an average of 2 hours.

Includes: complete diving equipment and instructor Requirements: be at least 8 years old and a maximum of 12.

Note: complete diving equipment and instructor to continue your PADI Education, you can complete the Aqua missions of the Seal Team program as the next step. Youth between 10 and 14 years old may take their Jr. Scuba Diver course or Jr. Open Water Diver course.

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER

DIVES FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS The dives for certified divers vary depending on the ocean conditions and the level of certification. For Open Water divers or first level of certification, we recommend beach dives or diving from a boat at Punta Sal. For Advanced divers we recommend diving from a boat in Organos to the platform.

The marine life is abundant: sea horses, Green turtles, white coral, octopus, schools of fish in abundance, sea lions, rays, anemones, etc.

Minimum: 2 pax Duration: 2 beach dives: Approx. 4 hrs 2 dives from boat: Approx. 5 hrs.

3 dives from a boat: Approx. 6 hrs Requirements: have a PADI, CMAS, SSI or similar diver’s license.

Includes: complete diving equipment, transport to dive sites, PADI instructor.

The objective of this course is to obtain your PADI diving license for diving up to a depth of 18 meters. License valid INTERNATIONALLY! During the course you will learn the buddy system for diving, how the diving team works; planning the dive, basic navigation, the physical effects of diving, basic diving skills and, above all, how extremely fun diving is.

Minimum: 2 pax Duration: approx. 20 hours. Approximately 6 hours of theory to complete the 5 modules of the book, 2-3 hours of Skills in swimming pool, 4 dives in open waters for a total of 10 hours and Final Exam 1 hour.

Includes: original PADI materials, complete diving equipment, transport to diving sites, PADI instructor, international PADI diving license.

Requirements: be more than 10 years old.

PADI ADVANCED DIVER

The course objective is to increase your confidence under water and better your diving skills, to gain more experience, obtain certification for diving up to 30 meters in depth and polish your techniques making 5 adventure dives.

License valid INTERNATIONALLY! The course covers practical aspects and physical effects of deep dives, more ways to use your underwater compass, visual references and time, how to better use your diving computer, the Diving Planner and much, much more.

Adventure dives: navigation, deep diving and 3 more to be chosen; such as, night diving, underwater photography, floatability, search and rescue, etc.

There is no test for this course, just 5 dives and review of the book

Minimum: 2 pax Duration: approx. 16 hours. 4 hours review of knowledge and 12 hours of diving.

Requirements: complete PADI Open Water Diver and be more than 15 years old. Immersions pour des plongeurs certifiĂŠs Includes: original PADI materials, complete diving equipment, transport to diving sites, PADI instructor, international diving license.

TALARA PANORAMICO TOUR & SHOPPING

Talara is a city in northeastern Peru, capital of the Pariñas 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.

Level of difficult: I Minimum: 6 pax · Maximum: 100 pax Includes: land transport, accompanying guide and hydration.

Doesn’t include: purchases and unspecified services.

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).

DEPARTURE: 9:00 A.M. · RETURN:5:00 P.M.

PUBLIC RATES PUNTA SAL

Tumbes mangroves national sanctuary Puerto Pizarro mangroves Deep-sea fishing Artisanal Fishing & Swimming with turtles Whale watching (in season) Sunset tour - (summer season January to may) Sunset tour - (additional person) Hemingway route (overland) Máncora tour Snorkeling with sea turtles Bubble maker (children) Discover Scuba diving swimming pool (60 minutes) Discover Scuba diving sea (1 dive) Open water Diver (3 days) Advanced open water (2.5 days) 2 beach dives 2 dives from boat Shopping Talara

USD USD USD USD USD USD USD USD USD USD

78 65 217 71 71 119 53 43 19 71 N/A USD 71 USD 154 USD 505 USD 420 USD 178 USD 192 USD 53

USD 78 USD 65 N/A USD 71 USD 64 USD 119 USD 53 USD 43 USD 19 USD 71 USD 47 USD 71 USD 154 N/A N/A N/A N/A USD 53

COMMERCIAL AND OPERATING CONDITIONS · · · · · ·

Rates per person Children rates: 3-11 años Children from 0 to 2 years of age are free Rates valid from December 26/2017 to December 25/2018 Plans subject to availability Applicable for minimum and maximum indicated in the tour descriptions, except tours without minimum of pax, operating from 1 passenger

CONTACT PERU ROSA CÓRDOVA – MANAGER E-mail: gerencia.explorerperu@decameron.com Tel.: (5751) 7259 6730 ext. 8007 MARGARITA SEMINARIO – GROUND HANDLING COORDINATOR E-mail: receptivos.explorerperu@decameron.com Tel.: (5751) 7259 6730 ext. 8024 Cel: (5751) 9 8921 1705