8 days, 7 nights with 6 days riding, and 3 nights camping in the Copper Canyon, Chihuahua
This package is recommended for most riders visiting the area for the first time and is flexible enough to satisfy both experienced trail-riders and new riders.

Rancho del Oso is the place for adventure-oriented activities in the Copper Canyon area of the Sierra Madre mountains. The Rancho offers high-quality, challenging horse packing and trekking trips deep into the Canyons.

The first day is dedicated to familiarizing riders with trail riding techniques used in the area, selecting mounts and saddles, and visiting a series of archaeological sites. The second day offers a 4 to 6 hour ride with trails selected according to interests and abilities to give the best riding and cultural experiences.

The trip culminates with a four day trail ride passing through El Cajon Canyon then climbing steeply to the exclusive San Isidro Tarahumara ranchito.
Nestled in a high mountain valley, in the midst of Tarahumara country, this ranch offers one-on-one experiences with Tarahumara Indians while enjoying a unique opportunity to visit on their turf. Leaving the ranch, riders continue the 1400-foot climb to Pass of the Cross, before descending steep mountain trails to the isolated pueblo of Naranjo.

In Naranjo you will camp beneath citrus trees, that are frequently visited by colorful parrots and fruit-eating bats, and share an outdoor barbecue and freshly-made tortillas with your hosts, the Meleton Mancinas family. The next day you will wake up surrounded by towering canyon walls and enjoy a beautiful morning before continuing the mile-deep descent into the Urique Canyon. One night is spent in the town of Urique.
The return trail from Urique follows parts of the historic El Camino Real. You will stop for lunch at Cerro Gallegos, the most beautiful canyon lookout in the region.

Participants are required to bring their own sleeping bag and pad unless other arrangements have been made.

Tour dates: departures are every Sunday throughout the year, except when other special tours are scheduled.