Exclusive Access to Sierra Madre Copper Canyons

(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 12, 2009 ) BULVERDE, TX Â— Canyon TravelÂ’s practice of sustainable tourism means guests of this tour operator receives exclusive benefits- perks many travelers find priceless. Due to their association with Canyon Travel, the operator most trusted by the indigenous people, Canyon Travel Guests get the royal treatment.

In 1971, Canyon Travel founder and owner, Emilio Kifuri was one of only a few adventurous souls leading small expeditions into NW MexicoÂ’s Sierra Madre. The remote canyon system known as Copper Canyon was one of the least developed places in the world far from far from any major population center. ItÂ’s also an amazing work of nature, one of the few biomes left on earth, teeming with plants and animals, supporting a diversity of life rarely seen anywhere else.
As tourism grew, so did the pressures on the land and its people. Kifuri made it his mission to preserve the lands and protect the people he came to cherish. He created an alliance with local families and government officials. Today, Canyon Travel remains the only operator in the region in partnership with the indigenous people.

Only Canyon Travel guests enjoy access to incredible sites in the canyons known only to locals- places like the nesting grounds of rare bird species, or where hidden waterfalls tumble 100 feet or more into crystal pools. They are welcomed to secret caves where indigenous families have lived for hundreds of years. KifuriÂ’s travelers witness ceremonial dances, traditional farming practices and artisans at work. They commune and dine with locals, warmed by their generous spirit. These arenÂ’t managed, staged encounters like those delivered by some tour operators. Instead, they unfold naturally as do most meetings between those having a mutual friend.

Distinct eco-lodges, built and now managed by the partnership, host only guests of Canyon Travel. The lodges operate on solar power, are staffed with bi-lingual natives, and located on land closed to other commercial development. In fact, The Uno Lodge partnership resulted in the preservation of 65,000 acres of surrounding habitat. Perched on a canyon rim deep within the Sierra Madre, Uno Lodge guestrooms come with glorious views. Steep granite walls lead to verdant pine forests spreading to the banks of the river meandering across the canyon floor one mile below. The Rio Vista Lodge built atop the highest hill in the 16th century town of El Fuerte, is the historic jewel of the colonial village. Delicious dishes are prepared for guests and served on white linens as they overlook lush tropical gardens.

The goal for Emilio Kifuri is for each canyon traveler whether this year or sometime far in the future to experience the same awe he does each time he journeys into the mysterious Copper Canyon.

(There are trips throughout the year of varied duration and price. Once confirmed trips operate with as few as 2 Participants and are limited to no more than 14 travelers. With a local field office, a fleet of SUVÂ’s and vans a private, open-air rail car and river boats, no other travel company in Mexico or the U. S., has this kind of infrastructure to operate in-depth Copper Canyon trips for individuals and small groups.)

http://canyontravel.com/unoydoslodge.htm
http://canyontravel.com/lodgeRIO2.htm

Canyon Travel
CONTACT: Emilio Kifuri
TEL: 800-843-1060
E-MAIL: copper@canyontravel.com
WEB: www.canyontravel.com

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