Spring in Puerto Vallarta 2008 Anesthesia Encore Symposium
April 2-5, 2008

The Westin Resort & Spa
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    Day 1
    Monday
    March 31

    Day 2
    Tuesday
    April 1

    Day 3
    Wednesday
    April 2

    Day 4
    Thursday
    April 3

    Day 5
    Friday
    April 4

    Day 6
    Saturday
    April 5

    Main Arrivals

    Arrivals

    Activities

    Activities

    Activities

    Activities

    Check-in

    Pre-conference
    Adventure:
    Horseback Riding

    8:30am-4:00pm

    City Tour
    1:30-4:45

    Rhythms of the Night
    6:00pm-11:00pm

     

    Welcome Reception

    Evening on Own

    Dolphin Encounter
    2:00pm-4:00pm

    Sierra Madre Expedition
    8:00am-5:00pm

     

     

    Sea Lion Experience
    3:00pm-5:30pm

     

    America’s Cup Regatta
    12:00pm-3:30pm

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Evening on Own

     

     

    Register and process payment for these spectacular adventures on the following link: Tukari Adventures

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    Tuesday, April 1
    Depart: 8:30am
    Return: 4:00pm
    Cost: $97.00 USD

    Horseback Riding

    En route toward Las Palmas you will see beautiful mango, banana, papaya, watermelon and tobacco plantations in communities such as Ixtapa, "rancherias" La Embocada and El Colorado.


    The horseback riding tour begins from a ranch located at the foot of the Buffa. The path is filled with colorful vegetation, rivers of amazing shapes and sizes which generally impress visitors, a diversity of flowers, the first of four beautiful waterfalls we will encounter throughout our trip. At this time our visitors are welcomed to jump in the refreshing crystalline water and enjoy a nice cold beer, soft drinks or bottled water.
    The trip proceeds through exotic trails and culminates with a Mexican dinner comprised of an entree of guacamole, salsa mexicana and totopos, followed by a succulent mexican dish with delicious hand-made tortillas.

     

    Included:

    o Round trip transfer Hotel- Activity place- Hotel
    o Soft drinks & Beer
    o 3-hours horseback ride
    o Mexican lunch with Hand made tortillas
    o Bilingual Guides
    o Rivers, waterfalls and Plantations
    o Jungle & mountain

    The trip proceeds through exotic trails and culminates with a Mexican dinner comprised of an entree of guacamole, salsa mexicana and totopos, followed by a succulent mexican dish with delicious hand-made tortillas.

     

    Wednesday, April 2
    Depart: 1:30pm
    Return: 4:45pm
    Cost: $76.00 USD

    City and Shopping Tour

    An introductory tour of Puerto Vallarta that takes in the highways and by ways, the old and the new, and provides you with an opportunity to get to know the area. We show you the most interesting sights. During the tour you have enough time to take pictures, or do some shopping. We can also stop at a restaurant at the "romanic zone" of Puerto Vallarta for lunch.

     

    Includes:

    o Tour around the city
    o Bilingual tour guided
    o Shopping list suggestion
    o Lunch in a down town restaurant
    o Insurance and Taxes

     

    Thursday, April 3
    3:15pm-6pm
    Cost: $138.00 USD

    Dolphins Experience - 2 Choices

    This experience begins will give you a deeper understanding of the dolphins' physiology, environment and the training techniques we use to communicate with these amazing animals.

    Following the orientation, small groups of guests begin their thrilling in-water dolphin experience. As you become acquainted with our dolphins through hugs, kisses and rubdowns, you will notice that the dolphins enjoy interacting with you.

    Swimming with Dolphins - approximately 90 minutes
    Thursday, April 3
    3:15pm-6pm
    Cost: $164.00 USD
    Included: Round trip transfer Hotel- Activity place- Hotel

    Dolphin Encounter - approximately 60 minutes
    Participants do not swim, but touch and play with the dolphins in smaller pools.

     

    Thursday, April 3
    Depart: 3:00pm
    (or those participating in the Dolphin Encounter can proceed directly to the Sea Lion Experience)
    Return: 5:30pm
    Cost: $92.00 USD

    Included: Round trip transfer Hotel- Activity place- Hotel

    Sea Lion Experience (approximately 40 minutes)

    Sea lions are one of the ocean's most fascinating creatures, and our new educational and entertaining sea lion program gives people of all ages the chance to learn more about these amazing, energetic, and playful marine mammals in Puerto Vallarta Mexico.

    These lovable rascals are playful, comical, mischievous and very affectionate. But what makes sea lion encounters so exhilarating is their inclination to interact with people. Our Sea Lion Adventures are a safe and fun way to really get to know our fantastic flippered friends.

    Experience an exciting and unique way to learn more about these fun-loving and fascinating animals. Our sea lion programs are unforgettable memory that you'll cherish for years to come.

     

    Notes:

    o Length of tour: 30 minutes.
    o Round Trip Transportation
    o Minimum height is 4½ feet. Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
    o Personalized photos with the sea lions, food and beverages are available for purchase at the Dolphin Center.

     

    Thursday, April 3
    1pm-6pm
    Cost: $102.00 USD

    or

    Saturday, April 5
    8am-1pm
    Cost: $102.00 USD

    Canopy Tour

    On this spectacular eco-adventure tour, you will experience what can only be described as a pulse-stopping view of one of the most beautiful and complex biological communities on earth. Feel the rush of adrenalin pump through your veins as you whoosh from platform to platform, 90 ft (30 meters) above the forest floor! A series of thrilling zip lines gives you the maximum opportunity to marvel at the stunning, tropical setting as you effortlessly traverse through the huge tropical trees, amongst wild orchids and a diversity of native birds and reptiles.

    Included:

    o Round trip transfer Hotel - Activity place- Hotel
    o Transportation in to the Sierra Madre in Unimog
    o Fruits, snacks & Cold drinks

    Notes:

    o Tour has maximum capacity of 14 people.
    o The tour duration is about 4½ hrs.

     

     

    Friday, April 4
    Depart: 6:00pm
    Return: 11:00pm
    Cost: $115.00 USD

    Rhythms of the Night

    Only an hour's sail away, our journey takes us to the former jungle hideaway of film director John Huston, Las Caletas, which is only accessible by sea. By night this secluded cove is a mesmerizing vision of flickering torches under a star-studded sky. Our candlelit dining experience is one you will cherish for years to come; as the moonlit ocean laps at your feet and tropical palms sway overhead soft music fuses with the song of the jungle - ensuring a heady mix of mysticism and romance. And, just when you feel this reverie could not be any sweeter, a rhythmical drumbeat beckons you into the heart of the shadowy jungle. As the beat intensifies, a torch-lit pyramid appears to rise up from between the palms calling out for you to witness a magical gathering of the spirits, as a hypnotic performance unravels before your very eyes. This is a breathtaking evening unlike any other you will ever witness again.

    Included:

    o Round trip transfer Hotel- Activity place- Hotel
    o Open Bar on board
    o Private area at the beach (applicable only as a group activity)
    o Music, DJ on board
    o Wonderful buffet dinner at the beach
    o Wine & drinks during the Dinner
    o Pre- Columbian show performance on a pyramid

     

     

    Saturday, April 5
    Depart: 8:00am
    Return: 5:00pm
    Cost: $96.00 USD

    Sierra Madre Expedition

    Most tourists and many Mexicans, never see the real Mexico. The real Mexico starts at the Sierra Madre Mountains where tumbling rivers have cut deep canyons into the rock. Here the jungle vibrates with life and color; and "19th century villages" lie beyond the forest. Accompanied by knowledgeable, experienced, bilingual guides, we take you there in Mercedes, all-terrain vehicles, designed to handle the real thing and our voyage does not stop here, but takes you to a golden expanse of virgin coastline to enjoy an 'al fresco' lunch prepared by your dedicated guides.

    This eye-opening day will invigorate your senses and offer you a window of discovery within a safe, fun-filled environment. Puerto Vallarta's wealth of natural resources, ecological attractions and magnificent scenery make it an ideal place for outdoor recreation and adventure travel vacations. This exciting excursion was specifically designed to give adventurous explorers the opportunity to discover the flora and fauna in the mountains and jungles of the Sierra Madres.

     

    Included:

    o Round trip transfer Hotel- Activity place- Hotel
    o Tour on the unimogs to the Sierra Madre.
    o Barbeque lunch at the beach
    o Unlimited beverages
    o LOTS OF FUN!!

    Note:

    o Bring your bathing suit, towel, sweatshirt and insect repellant.

     

    Saturday, April 5
    Depart: 12:00pm
    Return: 3:30pm
    Cost: $151.00 USD

    America's Cup Regatta
    The America's Cup is the world's oldest and most prestigious yachting regatta. Everyone can take part in the ultimate sailing experience. The participants can feel the thrill of competing head to head in your own "Cup Regatta" on one of these America's Cup contenders!

    No experience is necessary to participate in this once in a lifetime adventure. After the regatta, we'll head back to the marina for a victory party on the pier.


    Register and process payment for these spectacular adventures on the following link: Tukari Adventures

    More Recommended Adventures & Registration Form


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