Hike Seekers 2023 Schedule
Please Note:
Our Registration / Release Form must be filled out
and brought with you on the hike.
Download the Registration / Release Form
Cost: T$50 / Hiker (transport not included) plus $25 per vehicle – unless otherwise stated.
Hike Seekers 2023 Calendar
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Hike Seekers 2023 Tour Calendar – click HERE.
If you wish to download a copy of the
2023 Hikeseekers Schedule – click HERE
Hikeseekers 2023 Schedule
Cost: T$50 / Hiker (transport not included) plus $25 per vehicle – unless otherwise stated.
MONTH | DATE | DESTINATION | LEVEL | MEETING POINT |
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January | 15th | Balandra Basin | Easy (E) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
29th | Matura Gorges to Mermaid Pond | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
February | 12th | Paragrant Bay | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval |
26th | Macajuel Pond | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
March | 12th | Guanapo Gorges | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
26th | Angel Falls | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval | |
April | 16th | Yarra Gorges | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval |
30th | Rampanalgas Waterfall | Easy (E) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
May | 14th | Avocat Falls to 3 Pools | Moderate (M) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval |
28th | Mystery Pool | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
June | 11th | Black Pool and Rincon Waterfall | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval |
25th | Cyril Bay | Moderate (M) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval | |
July | 9th | Sombasson Waterfall | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
23rd | Madamas Waterfall | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
August | 6th | Manuelot Waterfall | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
20th | Tomasson Waterfall | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
September | 3rd | Habio Waterfall | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval |
17th | Turure Cascades | Easy (E) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
October | 8th | North Oropouche River Exploration | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
22nd | Paria Waterfall | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds, Maraval | |
November | 5th | Matelot Waterfall | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
19th | Mystery Pool Heights of Guanapo | Easy (E) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
December | SEASONS GREETINGS AND | MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL |
OUR EXPERIENCE: Our hike leaders have over twenty-six (26) years’ experience in hiking and conducting tours into the rain forest of Trinidad & Tobago. Our Hike Master Mr. Laurence Pierre has been a member of the Trinidad & Tobago Defence Force for over twenty-four (24) years; his experience includes jungle navigation, handling snakes and other wild animals. He is highly trained and able to handle any situation that may arise.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPERIENCE: A hiking adventure in the rain forest, swimming in the sea, cooling off under a jungle water fall, splashing through a mountain river, visits to remote caves to see the endangered oil birds and a wide variety of forest bats, witness the ancient ritual of giant Leatherback sea turtle nesting/ hatching on a secluded beach; easy walks in natural surroundings; moderate hikes in the rainforest; strenuous treks through wild country or very strenuous rugged hiking and overnight camping trips into the mountain rainforests of Trinidad.
HIKE RATINGS: Easy (E) > Moderate (M) > Moderately Challenging (M/C) > Challenging (C)
HEALTH / SAFETY: Hiking can be a very strenuous exercise. Consult with a physician to ensure you are in good health to participate in any hiking activity.
CLOTHING: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes (long pants preferably nylon track pants and a t-shirt) and swimwear along with comfortable hiking shoes/sneakers and socks. Pack an extra change of dry clothing for your return home: towel, top, pants, underwear, footwear.
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU:
o Life jacket if you own one
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o A proper backpack
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o Sufficient water supply
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o High energy foods (e.g. protein bars, granola bars, sandwiches, salt prunes, chocolate, glucose powder, hydration salts)
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o First aid kit especially any personal medication
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o 25 feet of rope
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o Reliable knife
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o Bright weather resistant headlight and flashlight with extra batteries
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o Cutlass secured in proper case.
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Notes: Please keep in touch with us via telephone prior to each hike for more information and for any updates.
Hikes are graded according to a general standard and the experience is subject to each individual’s own capabilities and fitness levels.
Depending on the destination and route, some hikes may involve swimming and/or rock climbing or rappelling using rope. You should contact a Group Official for further details on any hike.
Each hiker is required to review, complete, sign and submit a Hike Seekers Registration Form and Disclaimer Form with payment prior to any hike; at latest before departure from the meeting point.
Hike Leaders reserve the right to cancel hikes and/or make changes to destinations if deemed necessary.
SEEK TO CONQUER THE MOUNTAINS AND VALLEYS THAT SURROUND US.
For Info Call: Laurence aka Snake Man
at 399 1135; 784 3296; 758 0368
Web: www.hikeseekers.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hikeseekers
Email:
Hike Seekers 2022 Calendar
If you wish to download a copy of the
Hike Seekers 2022 Tour Calendar – click HERE.
If you wish to download a copy of the
2022 Hikeseekers Schedule – click HERE
Hikeseekers 2022 Schedule
Meeting Time for All Hikes: 7am Cost: T$50 / Hiker (transport not included) plus $20 per vehicle – unless otherwise stated.
MONTH | DATE | DESTINATION | LEVEL | ASSEMBLY POINT |
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January | HAPPY NEW YEAR! WELCOME TO ANOTHER YEAR OF ADVENTURES! | |||
February | 20th | Rampanalgas Waterfall | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
March | 13th | Balandra Basins | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
27th | Morne Le Croix Trails | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
April | 10th | Double River Falls | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
24th | Black Pool and Rincon Waterfall | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
May | 8th | Matelot Waterfall | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
22nd | Marianne River Exploration | “Moderately Challenging (M/C)” | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
June | 5th | Angel Falls | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. |
19th | Macajuel Pond | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
July | 3rd | Turure Cascades | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
17th | Paria Falls | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
August | 7th | Madamas Waterfall | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
21st | Cyril Bay | Moderate (M) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
September | 4th | Habio Cascade | Challenging (C) | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road |
18th | Sombasson Falls | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
October | 2nd | Mystery Pool Guanapo | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
16th | Paragrant Bay | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station, Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
November | 13th | North Oropouche River Exploration | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
27th | Cumaca River | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
December | SEASONS GREETINGS AND MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! |
HEALTH / SAFETY: Hiking can be a very strenuous exercise. You are advised to be certain of your medical condition before attempting any hikes.
CLOTHING: Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes (long pants preferably nylon track pants and a t-shirt) and swimwear along with comfortable hiking shoes/sneakers and socks. Pack an extra change of dry clothing for your return home: towel, top, pants, underwear, footwear.
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU:
o Life jacket if you own one
o A proper backpack
o Sufficient water supply
o High energy foods (e.g. protein bars, granola bars, sandwiches, salt prunes, chocolate, glucose powder, hydration salts)
o First aid kit especially any personal medication
o 25 feet of rope
o Reliable knife
o Bright weather resistant headlight or flashlight with extra batteries
o Cutlass secured in proper case.
HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES (Your safety first starts with you):
All hikers must complete and sign a Hike Seekers Registration and Disclaimer Form and submit to a Hike Leader before departing the meeting point. (See the top of this page).
All hikers must cooperate with all instructions given by the Hike Leaders at all times.
If a hiker is unclear of any instructions or how to operate any safety equipment necessary, he/she must notify the Hike Leader immediately.
Do not wander off from the group; if you must stop, notify a Hike Leader immediately
Do not attempt to pass the Hike Leader leading the group.
Do not use or swing a cutlass amongst others to avoid injury. Keep sharp objects holstered and use only as necessary and with consent/guidance of Hike Leader.
Respect the environment, keep it clean!
Have fun!
NOTES: Please keep in touch with us via telephone or email for more information and for any updates. Hikes are graded in a flexible standard that only the individual, as he/she experiences each different grade of hike, can assess for themselves, according to their own capabilities and fitness levels.
Depending on the destination and route, some hikes may involve swimming and/or rock climbing or rappelling using rope. You should contact a Group Official for further details on any hike.
Hike Leaders reserve the right to cancel hikes and/or make changes to destinations if necessary.
For Info Call: Laurence aka Snake Man
at 399 1135; 784 3296; 758 0368
Web: www.hikeseekers.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hikeseekers
Email:
Hike Seekers 2021 Calendar
If you wish to download a copy of the
Hike Seekers 2021 Tour Calendar – click HERE.
If you wish to download a copy of the
2021 Hikeseekers Schedule – click HERE
Hikeseekers 2021 Schedule
Meeting Time for All Hikes: 7am Cost: T$50 / Hiker (transport not included) plus $20 per vehicle – unless otherwise stated.
MONTH | DATE | DESTINATION | LEVEL | ASSEMBLY POINT |
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January | 24th | Macqueripe Basins | Beginner (B) | Outside Pier One |
February | 7th | Guanapo Mystery Pool | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
21st | Maracas St Joseph Waterfall | Beginner (B) | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road | |
March | 7th | Tomasson Falls | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
21st | Balandra Basins | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
April | 4th | Sombasson Falls | Challenging (C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
18th | Yara Gorges | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station. Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
May | 2nd | Marianne River Exploration | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
16th | Macajuel Pond | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
30th | Paria Falls | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station. Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
June | 13th | Sulphur Spring | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
27th | Turure Cascades | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
July | 11th | Black Pool and Rincon Waterfall | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Maraval Gas Station. Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. |
25th | Mermaid Pool Exploration | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
August | 8th | Cyril Bay | Moderate (M) | Maraval Gas Station. Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. |
29th | Rampanalgas Falls | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
September | 12th | Morne Le Croix Trails | Moderate (M) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
26th | Habio Cascade | Challenging (C) | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road | |
October | 10th | Avocat Falls | Moderately Challenging (M/C) | Maraval Gas Station. Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. |
24th | Paragrant Bay | Challenging (C) | Maraval Gas Station. Corner Morne Coco and Maraval Rds. | |
November | 7th | Blue Basins | Beginner (B) | Brian Lara Promenade (Opposite Republic Bank) |
21st | Rampanalgas Bay | Beginner (B) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
December | SEASONS GREETINGS | AND MERRY CHRISTMAS | TO ALL! |
Hike Seekers 2020 Calendar
If you wish to download a copy of the
Hike Seekers 2020 Tour Calendar – click HERE.
If you wish to download a copy of the
2020 Hikeseekers Schedule – click HERE
Hikeseekers 2020 Schedule
Meeting Time for All Hikes: 7am Cost: T$50 / Hiker (transport not included) plus $20 per vehicle – unless otherwise stated.
MONTH | DATE | DESTINATION | LEVEL | ASSEMBLY POINT |
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January | 12th | Turure Cascades | Beginner | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
February | 2nd | Balandra Basins | Beginner | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
16th | Avocat Falls | Beginner | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
March | 1st | Marianne River Exploration | Moderate | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
15th | Matelot waterfalls | Moderate | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
29th | Double River Fall | Beginner | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
April | 12th | Rampanalgas Waterfall | Beginner | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
26th | Mermaid Pool | Beginner | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
May | 10th | Tamana Caves | Beginner | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
24th | Heights of Guanapo | Moderate | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
June | 14th | Angel Falls | Advanced | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) |
28th | Yarra Gorges | Advanced | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
July | 12th | Guanapo River | Moderate | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) |
26th | L’eau Michel Mud Volcano | Beginner | Outside Eric Williams Medical Hospital. Mt. Hope | |
August | 9th | Rio Seco Sulphur Spring | Moderate | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
23rd | Black Pool and Rincon | Advanced | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
September | 13th | Tucker Valley River Exploration | Moderate | Outside Pier 1, Chaguaramas |
27th | Paragant Bay | Advanced | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
October | 11th | North Oropuche Caves | Moderate | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
25th | Tomasson Falls | Moderate | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
November | 8th | To Be Announced | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
22nd | Acono River Exploration | Beginner | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road | |
December | SEASONS GREETINGS AND MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! |
Hike Seekers 2019 Calendar
If you wish to download a copy of the
Hike Seekers 2019 Tour Calendar – click HERE.
If you wish to download a copy of the
2019 Hikeseekers Schedule – click HERE
Hikeseekers 2019 Schedule
Meeting Time for All Hikes: 7am Cost: T$50 / Hiker (transport not included) plus $20 per vehicle – unless otherwise stated.
MONTH | DATE | DESTINATION | ASSEMBLY POINT |
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January | 27th | Avocat Waterfall (Moderate) | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) |
February | 10th | Maracas Waterfall (Great for Beginners) | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road |
24th | Habio Waterfall (Challenging) | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road | |
March | 10th | Rampanalgas Waterfall (Great for Beginners) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
24th | Heights of Guanapo (Moderate) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
April | 7th | Mermaid Pools (Great for Beginners) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
21st | Rincon Waterfall and Black Pool (Moderate) | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
May | 5th | Double River (Great for Beginners) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
26th | Manuelot Waterfall (Challenging) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
June | 9th | Mystery Pool (Moderate) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
23rd | Matelot Waterfall (Moderate) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
July | 7th | Macaripe Exploration (Great for Beginners) | Outside Pier 1, Chaguaramas |
21st | Turure Cascades (Moderate) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
August | 11th | Balandra Basins (Great for Beginners) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
25th | Acono River (Great for Beginners) | Outside St. Joseph Police Station, Eastern Main Road | |
September | 8th | Aripo River Exploration (Moderate) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) |
22nd | S’aut Deau Beach (Challenging) | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
October | 6th | Yarra River Exploration (Moderate) | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) |
20th | Angel Falls (Modearte) | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) | |
November | 10th | Paragrant Bay (Challenging) | Maraval Gas Station (Corner Morne Coco Road and Saddle Road) |
24th | Brasso Seco River Exploration (Snakeman’s Birthday Lime) | Arima Hospital (Carpark) | |
December | SEASONS GREETINGS AND MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! | ||