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Raleigh Phase III: The Kamuk Trek

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May 11th 2006
Right at the last minute there was a change of plan on the final phase and I switched to join Kris once again but in her element - the trek. During phase II there had been three treks offered - Kamuk, Dragon and the coast to coast. It was decided the last one was too risky - river crossings which were too high and about 7 days through the jungle with no exit route if there was an injury.. so we we ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more