A challenging hike from Santa Cruz to Maracas Bay, certainly reminded me of my fitness level (or lack thereof). Approximately 3 km climb to the summit, just over 500 m elevation, total trip return around 16km, yes, a very nice work out.
P1072265 The hike begins
P1072266 The incline starts
P1072267 The climb continues
P1072268 Rocky slippery trail
P1072269 Greenery
P1072270 Forest tracks
P1072275 Wild berries
P1072276 Massive tree at the summit
P1072277 Downhill to Maracas Bay
P1072278 A sneek peek of the bay
P1072279 Clearer view of the bay
P1072282 Bright evergreen mountains
P1072283 Dirt road to the North Coast road
P1072284 View of the ridge from the north coast road
P1072285 Maracas Bay
P1072286 A peaceful moment
