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The Enchanting Faces Copper Canyon

The enchanting Tarahumara people of Copper Canyon

Early 2010 News from Copper Canyon

I have just returned from Copper Canyon- we had a group there for 8 days- a rousing success! The way we approach our experiences there is to have a rough itinerary and then flex to meet the interests of the group. This make for a vastly different experience than people get with the canned or [...]

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Waterfall at Cusarare, Copper Canyon, Mexico

This little Tarahumara town is one of the favorite spots on our journeys. There is so much to experience here especially if you love art. The little museum next to the mission has a collection of Baroque period art salvaged from the mission- quite a find. Recently outside the museum, we watched a local Tarahumara [...]

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More on the Birdman of Ocolome

Rafael shows us tons of medicinal palnts in Copper Canyon

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The “San Felipe el Real” hotel in Chihuahua City

This Chihuahua City hotel is charming, hospitable and always an absolute favorite of our Authentic Copper Canyon guests. There are just six rooms and each is uniquely decorated in period fashion. The building was restored by Santiago and his wife Wendy (a prof in Architechtural History) and they act as personal hosts for each group. There [...]

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Dave Hensleigh…

Your trip host and guide is Dave Hensleigh. Dave’s passion for Copper Canyon runs deep, and his enthusiasm for and knowledge of the area will enrich your experience there. Dave’s graduate work was in Biology and he has spent much of his life exploring and guiding in the Rockies and Sierras. He loves to garden and cook- especially the cuisine of the Sierra Madres. Dave has assembled a team of expert local Mexican guides and providers who will help him serve you on your journey. Groups are always kept small and this team of local guides makes for a truly personalized and informed Copper Canyon experience.